Train Without Limits: CopriSystems Delivers Year-Round Football Facilities

CopriSystems is redefining year-round football training with innovative, all-weather structures that offer unmatched flexibility, speed of installation, and performance for clubs and organisations alike.

CopriSystems is a family-run business located in Erlestoke, England.

Robin Colenso founded the company in February 1989, after first getting into the industry by starting an international haulage business.

After seeing a retractable canopy concept at a trade show and being impressed by its potential, Robin worked to develop and broaden the product range to meet the needs of sectors from industry to education.

Since then, CorpiSystems has become a trusted provider of high-quality, all-season sports and recreational facilities, including sports domes, halls, gyms, training centres, schools, and leisure centres.

From start to finish, they offer a complete, hassle-free service—helping with planning, interior fit-outs, flooring, and even financing options.

Their structures are built to meet all required building standards, often need little to no groundwork, and can be set up quickly and efficiently.

When it comes to football, CopriSystems provides custom, affordable structures that let teams train and play in perfect conditions, whatever the weather.

Football can be played in all kinds of weather, but heavy rain, strong winds, and dark evenings can still make training difficult.

To combat this, their structures offer year-round protection from the elements, keeping players warm and dry whatever the season—and with custom lighting options, games can continue well into the night.

Their structures are a great alternative to fixed buildings for indoor football facilities and provide total flexibility for clubs.

CopriSystems has partnered with a wide range of organisations and clubs, most notably the Swindon Town FC Community Foundation.

Swindon faced a real shortage of quality sports facilities, especially for vulnerable groups, alongside a strong desire to use sport as a way to bring the community together.

To help bridge that gap, CopriSystems designed and installed a fully custom facility.

The structure houses two artificial 5-a-side football pitches with a spectator viewing area.

It now offers a safe, weatherproof space where groups—including young people with disabilities and those at risk of social exclusion—can enjoy and take part in sports all year round.

So why should Australian football clubs and organisations use CopriSystems.

Australian football clubs often deal with the same ongoing challenges—unpredictable weather, not always having access to good-quality facilities year-round, and needing affordable, adaptable spaces.

Australia’s climate varies drastically—from intense heat to seasonal rains—and while football can be played in most conditions, poor weather can still disrupt training and matches. 

CopriSystems’ weatherproof structures create reliable indoor environments, protecting players from rain, wind, and the harsh sun.

Also, unlike traditional brick-and-mortar buildings, CopriSystems’ structures require minimal groundwork, meet all necessary building standards, and can be installed quickly and efficiently.

This flexibility allows clubs to expand or upgrade their facilities without long construction delays or high costs, making it a smart investment for many clubs and organisations.

A great example of an Australian organisation that could benefit from CopriSystems is the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS).

Last May, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a $249.7 million investment to upgrade AIS facilities.

Part of these upgrades includes building a large indoor Sports Dome which is to offer 24/7, all-weather training for track and field sports, including football.

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) stands to gain immensely by partnering with CopriSystems to construct their new indoor Sports Dome.

With CopriSystems’ decades of experience in delivering high-quality, all-weather sports facilities, the AIS can create a versatile, durable, and efficient training environment.

This state-of-the-art Sports Dome will provide athletes with 24/7 access to protected, climate-controlled spaces, allowing uninterrupted training for track and field events, including football.

With a proven track record, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to quality, CopriSystems is perfectly positioned to help Australian clubs and organisations future-proof their facilities and elevate football training for years to come.

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Football NSW calls on clubs to Make It Red for Heart Health Round

Football NSW is calling on clubs and associations across the state to register for the 2026 Make It Red campaign, joining a national awareness movement aimed at reducing heart-related deaths on sporting grounds ahead of Heart Health Round on the weekend of June 5 to 7.

The campaign, developed by the Heartbeat of Football Foundation, asks sporting clubs to wear red, raise funds and build awareness around heart disease and sudden cardiac arrest, which is the leading single cause of disease burden and death in Australia for both men and women, and one that health authorities say is largely preventable through modifiable risk factors.

The call to action comes as the Foundation continues its work to map and register Automated External Defibrillators across NSW sporting facilities, a project that has already engaged twelve football associations and fed data into both the NSW Ambulance GoodSAM registry and NSW Health’s public AED map. The availability of a functioning, registered AED on site is among the most significant determinants of survival following sudden cardiac arrest, with survival rates declining sharply for every minute without defibrillation.

Football NSW is encouraging clubs to engage with the campaign across three areas. Clubs can register for the Make It Red campaign to help fund research, education and prevention programs. Participants, particularly those aged over 35, are encouraged to seek a free heart health screening test from their local GP or enquire about hosting a Heartbeat of Football testing day. Clubs are also urged to ensure their grounds have active, accessible AEDs in place, with guidance available through Football NSW’s Rescue Ready Guide.

The Make It Red campaign runs from June 5 to July 12, with Heart Health Round taking place across the opening weekend. Clubs can register and access participation resources at makeitred.org.

Community Spirit Shines on AFC Grassroots Football Day 2026

This week, Football Australia (FA) celebrated AFC Grassroots Football Day 2026, championing the people and communities who continue to hold up a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in the football landscape.

‘For all, for life’

In collaboration with Football NSW, Canterbury Football Association and community club, Balmain & District Football Club, the day reflected the very best of what football provides.

The event brought in participants of all ages – from 4-74 years-old – and reached a total of 400 people. Girls-only programs, all-abilities sessions and over-age football ensured all were catered for.

Such a diverse range of participants builds on a wider drive during FIFA World Football Week, which seeks to promote the sport not just as the dazzling lights of 100,000-seater stadiums, but as a way to foster community spirit and social development.

Furthermore, FA support through its Club Changer program was a welcome addition to the action, emphasising the organisation’s commitment to nurture a real love for the game across communities in Australia.

“Through Club Changer we support our clubs to provide a safe, fun and enjoyable environment where everyone is welcome; whether that be as a player, volunteer, referee or supporter,” explained National Program Manager Club Development at FA, Grace Lambourne.

“Everyone should feel they belong and are welcome to play, stay, and love the game.”

 

A welcome celebration

While the upcoming FIFA World Cup will no doubt inspire millions of future Socceroos and Matildas, events like the AFC Grassroots Football Day represent something beyond just inspiration.

It is a platform. An opportunity to express a love for football and to connect with others while doing so.

And connections between the professional and grassroots game is more important than ever if Australia is to nurture the next generation of talent.

This is particularly clear in the rise of women’s football across the nation. Since the FIFA Women’s World Cup, female participation rose by 32%, and registrations for the MiniTillies Program skyrocketed from 264 in 2023, to 1223 in 2024.

The professionals spark passion. But communities turn that passion into playing time.

That is why celebrating grassroots football – and the volunteers and families who sustain it – is a vital part of Australia’s football future. Together, FA and the AFC are creating strong foundations built on positivity, engagement, and inclusivity for all with a love for the beautiful game.

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