Displaying local activities and events running in the next two weeks
A Low Impact circuit class aimed for residents who are inactive and at risk of cardiovascular diseases and mild to moderate mental health conditions. Please note all participants looking to take part must book a consultation to see the Get Active Specialist first. This consultation will run through the essential inclusion criteria to determine eligibility. Participants will receive 6 weeks free of exercise classes and then £4.50 per person
Grade 1 - 30 minutes, about 1.5 miles, gentle hills, no stiles (Alternative Fridays May 3rd, 17th & 32st, Jume 14th & 28th, July 12th & 26th, Aug 9th & 23rd). 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 p...
First Steps / Grade 1 - up to 30 minutes, mainly flat ground, possible gentle hills, gentle pace, no stiles. It is a 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 dress for the wea...
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...
11.00am-12.00pm with Jessica Green At St. Luke’s Community Centre, 90 Central St, London EC1V 8AJ. This class is for members of St Lukes who live in the area of benefit.
Our combined Tai Chi and Qigong class starts with a gentle warm-up to calm the breathing and mind, and mobilise the body. Angela will guide you through the Tai Chi steps from the front of the hall, talking you through each of the movements. We will learn a new step or revisit and refine one each class, building on the previous movements to flow a sequence together. Along the way we'll learn the health benefits of each move, the martial applications and tai chi principles. For the Qigong section ...
Otago is a muscle strengthening and balance retraining program developed and tested by the New Zealand falls prevention research group. The idea behind Otago is that muscle strength, balance, flexibility and reaction time can all be improved to reduce your risk of falling. The session will include use of chairs and ankle weights. First class free.
Enjoy walking 2-3ml on public footpaths of the south Norfolk countryside, inhaling the fresh air and enjoying the views. Get your heart pumping in these small group, nordic walks lasting 1-1.5hr, at a pace that suits you. Poles are provided for this session. Please aim to arrive 5-10min before the start time so we can begin the session promptly.This is an outdoor activity and you will need to bring appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather and terrain which can be uneven, stony and mudd...
This is a short walk along footpaths and country lanes. There are a couple of different options according to the ground conditions. Either a circular route around Appleshaw Woods or a shorter route along country lanes and farm tracks. Suitable for Gear 1 walkers, but everyone is welcome if you would like coffee, cake and a chat. There is an additional cost of £5 for the coffee and cake. Gear 1 - A nice, easy and natural pace that you can do for extended periods with recovery periods where appr...
A gentler pace but not without challenge to suit how you feel each and every day. A class suitable for everyone to get you moving and breathing.