Displaying local activities and events running in the next two weeks
Just Ride Southend runs regular drop-in inclusive cycling sessions for people of all ages and abilities. Based at Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre at Garon Park. We provide a safe traffic-free experience with our specially adapted cycles to cater for all disabilities or health conditions. So please feel free to come and sample our friendly social atmosphere and take some healthy exercise!
The classes are suitable for older adults who haven’t exercised before or who have started to experience a decline in their physical ability. This session is taught for approximately 1 hour. Each class is taught by a qualified and knowledgeable instructor who will be able to answer any questions you might have. You will be able to exercise at your own pace in a positive environment and meet others in your local community who are at a similar ability level. There will be a mixture of seated e...
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!
Wellbeing walks to improve mental health and wellbeing. Make friends and build connections!
Slow down, press the pause button, and find some breathing space. Join Helen for this easy going tai chi and qigong session. The class takes place on the ground floor and it is accessible for wheelchairs. The sessions can be enjoyed standing and seated. We encourage people to go at their own pace and rest as they feel. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. You do not need a mat or special clothing. Discover Tai Chi is an award winning social enterprise.
Simple but effective exercises, that will strengthen the whole body and improve both your balance and posture. Mat based exercises.
A chair based fun and lively choreographed class for general fitness
Level 3: 3-4 miles, fields and hills, quicker pace and possible stiles. Intermediate walks, ideal for those with good walking fitness and able to complete 60-90mins 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 availabi...
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. Level 3: 3-4 miles, fields and hills, quicker pace and possible stiles. Intermediate walks, ideal for those with good walking fitness and able to complete 60-90mins 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 befo...
Level 3: 3-4 miles, fields and hills, quicker pace and possible stiles. Intermediate walks, ideal for those with good walking fitness and able to complete 60-90mins 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 availabi...