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Senior Activities

Senior Activities

Our senior programme is designed to enhance physical and mental wellbeing, and it also offers the ideal social environment to relax and chat with friends before, during and after activities.

It is worth noting that we have a timetable dedicated for those over the age of 60 (at the bottom of this page) and we also have a wider programme for all adults to enjoy. Many of the classes in the wider programme are also enjoyed by our older adult members with Yoga, Pilates, Aqua Aerobics and Tai Chi amongst the most popular in the community! 

 

PS: All of our senior activities across the Borough of Camden are included in the Better Health Partnership Senior membership. Click the button below to sign up! 

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SENIOR SPORTS HALL SESSION

Our senior sports hall session offers our customers an opportunity to play a range of sports including Badminton, short tennis, Pickleball, and Table Tennis. These sessions are also supported by a member of our team to give you guidance in your chosen activity.

There will be refreshments and board games available throughout these sessions. 

To book into this session click on the Seniors' Club Session on the BETTER UK App, website or by visting our centre team at Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre reception. Sessions run every Monday 13:00 - 15:00 and Thursday 12:00 - 14:00

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FREE SWIMMING FOR OVER 60's

Did you know if you are a Camden Resident over the age of 60 and have a concessionary membership you can swim for free between 7am - 12noon Monday to Friday. 

This also applies to any of the swimming pools that we operate in the Borough!  

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WALKING FOOTBALL

Are you aged 50 or over and enjoy the beautiful game of football? Walking football could be for you. 

At a number of our Better leisure centres, you'll be able to sign up for walking football and enjoy a weekly game, meet new people and have a chat over tea and coffee.

Whether you're completely new to the game or played football when you were younger, walking football will add a new lease of life to your week. 

Our weekly Walking Football sessions run every Sunday from 11:00-13:00.These sessions are suitable for those looking for a lower impact activity and to meet new friends.

What are the benefits of walking football?

  • Keeps you active - as the name suggests, you're constantly moving as well as having fun
  • Improves stamina - participating in weekly activity means you can keep going for longer
  • Healthier heart - activity lowers your cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar and decreases risks of diabetes type 2
  • Better balance - you'll find working on one leg, kicking the ball will help with your balance
  • Meet new friends -  get to know your community and build a camaraderie with people from a number of different backgrounds

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FITNESS CLASSES

We have a jam packed fitness class programme which caterers for all fitness levels. Classes such as Aqua Aerobics, Pilates, and Yoga. 

Aqua Aerobics - is a form of gentle exercise done in water. These classes are suitable for everyone - regardless of age or ability - combining aqua aerobic exercises with strength and conditioning moves to give you a full body workout.

Pilates - Gently train your physique and improve core strength in a calming, low-intensity atmosphere. Pilates focuses on concentration and muscle control, transitioning smoothly between one another to build a revived and resilient you.

Yoga - Embrace the flow of natural body movements to develop strength, flexibility and a peaceful state of mind. From energetic routines to slow, serene sequences, Yoga classes balance movement and meditation to help you feel Better inside and out.

 

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GYM SESSIONS

In a relaxed and enjoyable group setting, you'll enjoy the gym facilities and have the chance to engage with our Fitness Instructors, who will be there to give demonstrations, advice on techniques and explanations of the benefits of different machines and exercises. So if you've always wanted to go to the gym - this is the perfect session for you!

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SWISS COTTAGE SENIOR TIMETABLE

 

MONDAY

7am - 12pm Camden Resident Free Swimming Main Pool
7am - 3pm Club Gym Gym
1pm - 3pm Senior's Club Session (Multi Sport)  Sports Hall

TUESDAY

7am - 12pm Camden Resident Free Swimming Main Pool
7am - 3pm Club Gym Gym
2pm - 3pm Pilates Studio 2

WEDNESDAY

7am - 12pm Camden Resident Free Swimming Main Pool
7am - 3pm Club Gym Gym
12:30pm - 1:30pm Aqua Aerobics Teaching Pool
2:30pm - 3:30pm Strength Studio 1

THURSDAY

7am - 12pm Camden Resident Free Swimming Main Pool
7am - 3pm Club Gym Gym
12:00pm - 2pm Senior's Club Session (Multi Sport) Sports Hall
11:45am - 12:30pm Aqua Aerobics Main Pool
2:30pm - 3:30pm Tai Chi Studio 1

FRIDAY

7am - 12pm Camden Resident Free Swimming Main Pool
7am - 3pm Club Gym Gym

SATURDAY

8am - 3pm Club Gym Gym

SUNDAY

8am - 3pm Club Gym Gym
11am - 3pm Walking Football Outdoor Pitch

 

This is our Senior timetable but take a look at our centre timetable for more activities. 

 

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CAMDEN SENIOR TIMETABLE

                          Swiss Cottage                

               Activity

                  Day & Time                Location

        Free Swimming 60+

       Walking Football 50+

        Senior Multi Sports

        Senior Multi Sports

               Club Gym 

               Club Gym

                 Tai Chi

 

       Mon - Fri, 7:00 - 12:00

          Sun, 11:00 - 13:00

          Mon, 13:00 - 15:00

         Thurs, 12:00 - 14:00

       Mon - Fri, 7:00 - 15:00

       Sat - Sun, 8:00 - 15:00

         Thurs, 14:30 - 15:30 

              Main Pool 

            Outdoor Pitch 

             Sports Hall

             Sports Hall

                 Gym 

                 Gym 

               Studio 1

                                 Oasis  
               Activity                 Day & Time               Location

         Free Swimming 60+

            Coffee Mornings


   

        Mon - Fri, 6:30 - 12:00

     First Friday of every month 

 

                 Pool

             Social Area 

    

          Pancras Square    

                Activity

                 Day & Time               Location

      Chair Based Exercise 

       Free Swimming 60+


   

             Fri, 14:15 - 15:00

       Mon - Fri, 6:30 - 12:00 


   

     

               Studio 1 

               Main Pool

     

           Kentish Town   

                Activity

                 Day & Time                Location

       Free Swimming 60+

         Coffee Mornings

  

         Mon - Fri, 6:30 - 12:00

           Wed, 10:00 - 12:00


 

 

              Willis Pool 

             Social Area 

 

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