This is a Falls Management Exercise Programme based on the nationally recognised FaME programme. Ideally suited to seniors / over 50 who have recently suffered a fall or are unsteady on their feet. This is a 24 week programme designed to improve mobility, stability and balance. The programme has been refunded by the Northfield NNS / Birmingham City Council. Applications are now open for the next programme - expected to commence in October.

Grade 3 - 1 hour, about 3 miles, moderate hills, faster pace and possible stiles - (Steep hills on route). 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 ai...

Join Us at our Tuesday Table Tennis Club sessions. Perfect for anyone who loves Table Tennis and wants to join a club with other members to play with.

1 hour, about 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 we are late for an a...

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 ...

Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis prevention and survival classes on Tuesdays at 2pm. Built bone health and keep your joints mobile. £8 per class when booking 4 classes or £10 per class. To register your interest, please email oops.esb@gmail.com

Activities for seniors to mobilise joints and build bone density. Improve your posture Upperbody strength and flexibility at this friendly class.

Level 2: 2 - 2.5 miles, tracks and some hills or moderate pace. Intermediate walks, 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

This walk is approximately 4.5/5 miles. There are two different options according to sign ups and the weather. Both options include a longish medium incline and possibly a couple of short steeper ramps. The walk is along country lanes, grass tracks, open countryside and wooded tracks.  Intermediate - A faster pace than Gear 1 and an established technique is key, but if necessary a little more recovery time for those that need it.  Gear 2 - A faster pace gained through technique. There will be ...

The walk leaves Hampsthwaite via the churchyard, and crosses fields before climbing up through Gormires Wood. The walk then descends via Swincliffe Lane and Hurst Lane before returning to Hampsthwaite. At about 3.3 miles, the walk takes around 90 minutes.