Exercise
Pre and Postnatal exercise programmes and more online resources
From Couch to Fitness and gentle exercise routines for pregnant women or women who have just given birth, here are some useful links for new and expecting mothers as well as anyone who may wish to move more and increase their levels of physical activity.
- Link to the Sport England press release: https://www.sportengland.org/news/pre-and-postnatal-exercise-programmes-launched
- Link to the free online courses: https://couchtofitness.com/?ref=betterhealth
Bag a Black Friday bargain with Calderdale sports centres
Calderdale Council’s sports service is launching its first ever Black Friday offer, with the opportunity to sign up for 23 days of fitness membership for just £20.
The offer gives full access to all Calderdale sports centres from 1- 23 December, and includes:
- 100+ fitness classes a week
- Access to three swimming pools at Brighouse, Sowerby Bridge and Todmorden
- Use of four gyms at Brighouse, North Bridge Leisure Centre, Sowerby Bridge and Todmorden
- Free off-peak badminton
- Free off-peak table tennis
The offer is valid on adult memberships and is available until Tuesday 30 November (membership will be activated from Wednesday 1 December). Visit www.calderdale.gov.uk/sportoffer to find out more and to join.
Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Public Services and Communities, Cllr Jenny Lynn, said:
“There’s so much variety included in a Calderdale sports membership it’s already great value for money, but this December offer is an especially good deal. It means that for less than a pound a day you can access each of our four sites, as many times as you like, between 1 and 23 December.
“Each site has so much to offer, including expert instructors to provide tailored advice and encouragement. So whether you’re new to exercise, looking to reach a specific goal or just wanting to try something new – there’s support on hand and options for everyone.
“These short-term offers don’t come along very often, so it’s a real opportunity to grab a great deal and experience the facilities in our centres before deciding to commit to an annual membership.”
Find your fitness favourite at the OSCA Foundation Community Sports Hub
OSCA provide a range of healthy activities for all ages and levels of fitness, from outdoor sports to indoor exercise classes, including dancing and TaeKwonDo.
| Old tyme and modern sequence dancing – Tues, Thurs 2.00 – 4pm, in the Enderby Hall.
Tae Kwon Do – Mon Tue Wed 6.30 – 8mp – All ages Indoor Skateboarding – Thu 4.30 – 6.30 / Sat – Sun 10.30 – 12.30 Soccer Pups Indoor Coaching for children 3 to 10 years – Fir 4pm – 6pm Over 50s Walking Football – Tue 10.30 – 1pm Keep fit, Indoor – Thu 9.45 – 10.45 – All ages Rug Ratz, Nippers Rugby Training – Sat – Sun 9am – 10.30am Various junior outdoor soccer teams for both boys and girls, from 5 years to 16 years. Open age Rugby League every Saturday. |
With new, refurbished halls at professional standards, including a fully licenced pub and regular events, this is a one-stop community hub.
Football and Rugby changing rooms
The outdoor football grounds are getting ready for matches and they are already able to host 5-aside football teams and rugby matches.
Sports grounds of the OSCA
The OSCA exercise Studio
A new room, hoping to host a youth hub is presently getting renovated.
The facilities at the OSCA can be rented for training sessions, functions and birthday parties. With ample parking space, spacious rooms and even plenty of outdoor grounds, they have a lot to offer for many event needs.
For more information on any of the above, ring Steve on 07727860731
OSCA Foundation Community Sports Club
Cousin La, Halifax HX2 8AD
Men’s Exercise Circuit at Southgate Church Hall
The Men’s Exercise Circuit costs just £3 and is suitable for all levels, especially those recovering from injury, surgery or illness including Cancer.
Every Thursday – 1pm to 2pm
At Southgate Church Hall, Langdale St, Elland.
Partners, spouses and friends welcome.
For further information please call Julie on 07584 901236
Keep active with Heartbeat, The Brighouse Heart Support Group
Heartbeat is a registered charity based in Brighouse and run by volunteers who provide Exercise and Tai Chi classes, social events and walks for people who have had or are at risk of having a cardiac event.
The following activities cost just £2 for members and take place at Brighouse Sports Club, Russell Way, HD6 4LX
- Tuesdays
Tai Chi – 9.30am to 10.25am
Tai Chi – 10.30am to 11.25am
Exercise – 11.30am to 12.30pm - Wednesdays
Exercise – 6.30pm to 7.30pm - Thursdays
Exercise – 9.30am to 10.25am
Exercise – 10.30am to 11.25am
Exercise – 11.30am to 122.30pm
Walks / Health Walks
Walks are organised every alternate Tuesday morning and every Saturday. Walks typically last 2 to 3 hours and usually end with a lunch. Organised through trained walk leaders the walks are FREE to all members, carers and parents. People who do not meet the set criteria are welcome to join the walks as an Associate Member providing they pay the annual membership fee of £5.
How do you join?
There are several ways to join classes if you meet the criteria and become a member of Heartbeat:
- See your Doctor or Practice Nurse and ask to be enrolled in the Better Living Programme.
- Obtain a letter from your Doctor/Practice Nurse stating that you meet 1 or more of the criteria and you are able to exercise
What’s the Criteria?
Remember you must meet at least 1 of the following criteria to join the Exercise and Tai Chi classes:
- You have a heart condition or have had a cardiac event
- you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- you are overweight (BMI greater than 25)
- you are diabetic (Diabetes 1 or 2)
For more information on the work of Heartbeat visit heartbeat.uk.com – call 07475 943686 or email heartbeat.bhsg@gmail.com
Ladies Keep Fit & Dance in Elland
New fitness & dance class suitable for all levels including beginners and just £3 per session.
Starts Tuesday 14 June – 1pm to 2pm
At Southgate Methodist Church, 1 Savile Road, Elland, HX5 0LA.
For further information contact Julie on 07584 901236
Get active with Tai Chi at Elland Golf Club
Get active with Tai Chi at Elland Golf Club – Relax in the peaceful club house lounge overlooking the course and its vista of trees and well-kept fairways and stay in the clubhouse for some lunch or a coffee after.
Every Wednesday – 11am to 12pm
At Elland Golf Club, Hammerstone Leach Lane, Elland, HX5 0TA
Costs just £3 per session and everyone is welcome to get involved.
For information contact Julie Stott at juliestott@hotmail.co.uk or call 07584 901236
Take a walk on the Wildside – New programme available now
The latest edition of Wildside – the walks and events programme produced by Calderdale Council is now available in local tourist information centres, libraries and sports centres.
This year’s programme is packed full of walks, events and practical days suitable for adults and families so why not pick one up today or visit www.calderdale.gov.uk and search for ‘walks’ or have a look at the events calendar to find out more?
If you need more information or can’t find the new leaflet in your local outlet, please email countryside@calderdale.gov.uk
Get active with Tai Chi in Elland
Get involved and get active with a new Tai Chi class at Elland Golf Club – Relax in the peaceful club house lounge overlooking the course and its vista of trees and well-kept fairways and stay in the clubhouse for some lunch or a coffee after.
Starts Wednesday 9 March – 11am to 12pm
At Elland Golf Club, Hammerstone Leach Lane, Elland, HX5 0TA
To book on to the first session contact Julie Stott at juliestott@hotmail.co.uk or call 07584 901236; alternatively contact Peter Fletcher at peterfletcher2013@ymail.com or call 07737 608686
Get active with Age UK – Tai Chi Exercise Classes
This gentle exercise can be performed either standing or sitting and the exercises are designed to reduce the risk of falling by developing and improving balance, strength, flexibility, body awareness, posture & co-ordination.
The classes are delivered by a qualified Tai Chi tutor, who provides a flexible program of exercise to meet individual needs at the following venues and times:
- Every Friday – 2.30pm to 3.30pm – St Thomas Parish Hall, Greetland
- Every Friday – 10am to 11am – Forest Cottage, Cousin Lane, Ovenden,
- Every Monday – 12.15pm to 1.15pm – St Judes Church Hall, King Cross, Halifax
- Todmorden Fielden Centre – Call 01706 817926 for more information.
If you would like to use this service or to talk to an Age UK staff member about what can be donefor you, please contact Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees on 01422 252040, email enquiries@acck.org.uk or visit www.ageuk.org.uk\calderdaleandkirklees.
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