The UK’s leading male-only weight loss program is kicking off in the US with leagues in Broward and Tampa Bay

London, England and Tampa, FL — (June 12, 2024) — Eight years after MAN v FAT Soccer was launched in the UK — known there as MAN v FAT Football — it will start its inaugural clubs in the US this summer.

The program for men with a BMI of 27.5 or over who want to lose weight and play soccer in a welcoming environment is opening in Broward and Tampa Bay this July, with weekly weight loss results counting towards points in the league standings.

The launch of these new clubs will add to a network that boasts more than 150 MAN v FAT teams across the United Kingdom, which have achieved a collective loss of more than 700,000 pounds — around the weight of four empty space shuttles.

MAN v FAT Soccer Broward will take place at Soccer 5, Brian Piccolo Park, 9501 Sheridan Street, Hollywood, FL 33024, on Mondays between 6:30pm and 8pm from July 22.

MAN v FAT Soccer Tampa Bay will be held at BT Sports Academy, 6351 49th Street North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781, on Thursdays between 6pm and 8pm, starting July 25. Both clubs cost $125 per month with a $50 registration fee.

Richard Crick, Head of MAN v FAT, said:

“The launch of our summer pilot program in Florida comes after almost two years of research, evaluation and preparation, focused on adapting our model for the US. We are very proud of our unique approach to weight loss, tackling mental health, and fostering brotherhoods. We look forward to bringing our successful recipe to the US. Each league’s standings are decided not just on points won, but on pounds lost too. All players weigh in weekly before each game, and their weight loss progress counts toward their team’s performance.

“We have established the leading male-only weight loss program in the UK, and we have supported more than 30,000 men in their battle against fat, with more than 90 percent of members having lost weight. We are committed to making this an even bigger success in North America, starting in Broward and Tampa Bay communities.”

Bruce To, owner of BT Sports Academy, said:

“We are excited to host MAN v FAT Soccer at our facility. MAN v FAT has had great success in the UK in the last 10 years and helped many people to get healthy and stay fit.

“This program is great for players to meet new friends and achieve their goals. We look forward to working and growing MAN v FAT in the Tampa Bay Area.”