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Senior Activities

Stay active, stay connected with sessions designed just for you.


If you're over 55, you’ll find a wide range of activities to enjoy, from fitness classes to organised sessions like badminton, tennis, and walking football. It’s a great way to boost your physical, mental, and social wellbeing and meet new people along the way.

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Basic Fitness Classes

Start your fitness journey in a safe, supportive space.

If you're managing a medical condition such as arthritis, osteoporosis, asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or a high BMI, our range of gentle, low-impact classes are designed for you.   They're also ideal if you’re recovering from surgery (including hip or knee replacements), rebuilding strength after cancer treatment, or simply new to exercise and unsure where to begin.

You’ll be welcomed into a friendly, encouraging environment where you can move at your own pace, build confidence, and feel good every step of the way.

Look out for Basic Fitness Classes on our Timetable.

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55+ Swim Sessions

Enjoy a relaxing swim in a quieter, warmer pool.

Our weekday 60+ swim sessions take place in the Leisure Pool, giving you a peaceful space to unwind, stay active, and enjoy the water at your own pace.

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Senior Gym

Our friendly fitness instructors are always on hand to help you with any questions or concerns. You can also book a fitness induction, a great way to get a health check assessment and receive a personalised training plan for more structured support.

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Senior Multi Sport Activities

Get involved in senior multi-sport sessions - they're fun, friendly, and full of variety.
You can take part in activities like badminton, basketball, football, table tennis, and short tennis. Our sports activator leads each session and arranges friendly competitions, so you’ll enjoy a great mix of exercise, socialising, and light-hearted competition.

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Walking Football

Welcome to walking football, a slow paced, low impact version of the beautioful game. perfect for people who want the joy of football without the strain of running. Designed to be inclusive, its ideal for older adults, beginners, people returnign after injury and anyone who prefers a gentler wat to stay active. 

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Racquet Sports

Racquet sports include activities such as tennis, badminton, pickleball and table tennis. These are fast, fun and great for all ages. Whether played caually or competively, they improve fitness, coordination and agility while being incredibly sociable. 

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