Saltire Thistle FC
Football in Glasgow
About the club
Saltire Thistle Football Club is a Glasgow based inclusive football team that welcomes members of the LGBTQ+ community and promotes competitive football alongside creating a safe space whereby we look after each other’s well-being. Here are some key points about the club and its mission:
Inclusive and Competitive Football: Saltire Thistle FC offers competitive football opportunities but not at the expense of players’ mental and physical well-being. Inclusivity is a core value, and the club is open to individuals regardless of their skill level, ability, or fitness.
Everyone is welcome.
LGBTQ+ Community: The club was created to provide a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community to participate in football. Inclusivity is not just a buzzword; it’s an integral part of the club’s identity.
History of Success: Saltire Thistle FC has a long history of national success on the pitch and lifelong friendships off it.
Sense of Belonging: Many members join Saltire Thistle FC after a period of not being involved in sports, which can often be due to a lack of belonging. Saltire Thistle FC aims to create an environment where individuals can grow and become more comfortable with themselves, without changing who they are.
When we meet
- Wednesday TrainingWednesday 7:00pm
The club trains on a Wednesday from 19:00 PM to 21:00 PM at Glasgow Green Football Centre. We partake in a fitness session followed by footballing activity which is catered for all abilities. How much you get involved within the session is totally up to you. We play our competitive 11-a-side football within the Glasgow Community & Co-operative League (GCCL) as well as the UK wide Gay Football Supporters Network (GFSN) League. These take place either on a Saturday or Sunday We don’t just play football! We organise a range of social events throughout the year as well for our members to create that community feeling.Glasgow Green Football Centre
Cost
Your first training session is free with subsequent sessions being £5.
After your first session, we hope that you want to get involved with the club. If so, we offer a social and playing membership depending on how you want to be involved in the club.