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Football Keep Fit Club holds mental health tournament

Newham-based Telemo Football Keep Fit Club, aims to use sport to relax, socialise, exercise and promote positive mental health, reports Neandra Etienne

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Telemo Football Keep Fit Club celebrated Great Mental Health Day 2024 in conjunction with its New Year’s Fun Day at West Ham Park on 27 January. 

The event was organised and hosted by Councillor Thelma Odoi. There was also an educational and informative talk from guest speaker, Dr Pamela Nkyi.

 The match was under 30s versus over 30s. The score of the match on Great Mental Health Day was 2:1 in favour of the under 30s.

Newham-based Telemo Football Keep Fit Club, aims to use sport to relax, socialise, exercise and promote positive mental health. Many boys and men have found the group to be a great source of support and a safe space. 

The Telemo Football Keep Fit Club meets every Saturday from 12:30 pm to 2pm at West Ham Park. Anyone can join them. 

The Telemo Football Keep Fit Club can be reached at telemouk@gmail.com 

Instagram: @telemo_club


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