Displaying local activities and events running in the next two weeks
Strength and balance exercises put into circuit stations including leg and arm strength exercises, balance, cardio, core, co-ordination, tai chi and floor work
Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older and the good news is, falls can often be prevented. Steady and Strong classes for older adults have been developed by experts to increase your strength and balance, helping you to stay stronger for longer and able to keep doing the things you love. You will do a mix of seated and standing exercises, with chair support for those who need it.
Bigger Faster Stronger is an introduction to exercise programme for currently inactive adults in bigger bodies who want to improve their health, wellbeing, strength, mobility and quality of life by moving more. This rolling programme of small group weekly sessions will allow those who are new to or returning to exercise to build confidence as well as fitness in a safe and supportive environment, led by a fitness instructor in a bigger body. You will be invited to attend 1 session/hour a week f...
10 pin bowling for adults with a disability. Held at YMCA Thornton each Monday between 12:30 and 15:00hrs.
Our indoor Walking Tennis sessions started as a way for people with lower mobility to still participate in tennis. The smaller court, softer balls and two bounces allow the game to be played at normal speed but with less need for running. We now have around 20 players playing weekly! The session is a great way to exercise that improves your health and fitness while developing tennis skills, socialising and having fun! Anybody is welcome regardless of previous playing experience, and every ...
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Mainly seated class to help support stronger bones, improve mobility and daily active living. Suitable for people who are at risk of falling or who have fallen previously and are gaining confidence.
A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.