GEMS is a friendly and relaxed dance class for over 65s which includes a mixture of seated and standing movement with a focus on everyone going at their own pace and having fun. GEMS is more than a dance class. It's about being part of a community, building friendships and everyone enjoying themselves. We cover a wide range of styles and facilitate the exploration of creative movement. Each session costs £3.50, your first session is free!

Level 2: 2 - 2.5 miles, tracks and some hills or moderate pace. Ideal for those looking to develop their walking fitness and able to complete 45-60 mins with minimal stops. Under 18’s may attend but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Booking not required, but please register for free health walks before your first your first walk at: https://www.sasp.co.uk/forms/view/health-walks-registration-form Somerset Health Walks may be cancelled due to Health Walk Leader availability or adve...

Level 1: 1 to 1.5 miles, flat or gentle slopes, no stiles and ideal for those able to complete 30- 40 mins with minimal stops. Under 18’s may attend but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Booking not required, but please register for free health walks before your first your first walk at: https://www.sasp.co.uk/forms/view/shwregistration2025 Somerset Health Walks may be cancelled due to Health Walk Leader availability or adverse weather. If you are unsure, please contact your Health ...

Grade 4+ - Longer than 90 minutes, about 5 - 6 miles, classified as a progression walk, (Alternate Mondays May 13th, 27th, June 10th, 24th, July 8th, 22nd, August 5th & 19th). If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll tr...

Grade 3 - 1 hour, about 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace and possible stiles (Alternate Mondays Monthly Mat 6th & 20th , June 3rd & 17th, July 1st, 15th & 29th, Aug 12th & 26th). If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so w...

Grade 3 - 1 hour, about 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace and possible stiles - Grade 4 - Up to 90 minutes, about 4 - 5 miles, possible steep inclines and stiles - (No walks on May 6, 27 Aug 26). If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our H...

Grade 2 - 45 minutes, about 2 miles, moderate hills, faster pace, possible stiles - (No walks on May 6, 27 Aug 26). If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll try to stick to a pace that makes this possible. A brisk pace ...

45 minutes to 1 hour , about 2 to 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace, possible stiles. If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll try to stick to a pace that makes this possible. A brisk pace is our aim – walking as if ...

This is walk, 20 - 30 minutes, flat and even ground, gentle hill, gentle pace, no stiles, regular stopping places. It is a gentle walk for beginners and ideal for people who are returning to physical activity after injury or illness or who haven't been active in a while. It is suitable for wheel chair users and buggy users. If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to...

1 hour, about 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace, possible stiles. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll try to stick to a pace that makes this possible. A brisk pace is our aim – walking as if we are late for an appointment. Children are welcome, however under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult and must also be registered as a health walker.