Exercise and Activity Directory

Age Concern Hampshire

Age Concern Hampshire is an independent charity working across the county to promote independent living for older people. They deliver support at their Care & Wellbeing Centres, as well as Help at Home, and offer Information Hub services. Activity sessions across the Basingstoke and Deane area, offer weekly activities for older people looking for companionship and to promote wellbeing. Sessions also include weekly yoga classes, offering gentle exercise and stretches to improve flexibility. To find our more, please visit their website.

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Steady and Strong

Hampshire County Council

Steady and Strong classes are designed to help people over 65 to improve strength and balance, helping you to live independently for longer. For more details, please visit the website.

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Bhliveactive Exercise Referral

Bhliveactive

The aim of this scheme is to increase physical activity levels, improve physical and mental wellbeing as well as better manage living with a medical condition which can often make keeping active challenging. The Exercise Referral Scheme is a personalised 12-week programme offering discounted indoor and outdoor activities to help support individuals to slowly build up their movement and encourages simple healthier lifestyle choices. The scheme is available at the Pyramids and the Mountbatten Bhliveactive sites. If you’d like to give it a go, ask your GP, Consultant or nurse for a referral form.

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Hart Health Walks

Hart Voluntary Action

Hart Health Walks offer walks for adults of all ages in a safe and social setting. An excellent way to start/continue exercising in a gentle way whilst making new friends and getting to know your local area. Free weekly walks in Crookham Village, Fleet, Hook, Hartley Wintney, Odiham, and Yateley. Walks run by trained volunteer leaders last between 40 and 60 minutes with slower paced/shorter walks available at some venues.  Time for a cup of tea or coffee and chat after the walk.  No need to book, please arrive 15 minutes before the walk is set to depart.

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Energise Me

Active Partnerships

Part of the national network of Active Partnerships across England, Energise Me exists to beat inactivity and to help people get moving by using the power of physical activity and sport to transform lives. Evidence shows that even just a small amount of regular physical activity or sport can make a significant difference to one’s health and wellbeing. Working collaboratively with partners across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to create the conditions for an active Hampshire, Energise Me successfully brings local communities together to tackle the everyday issue of inactivity and sedentary lifestyles. For more information and how to get involved in activities near you, go to the Getting Active category.

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Get Up and Go – East Hampshire

East Hampshire District Council

The Get Up and Go project funds new, accessible, sport and exercise classes in the community, helping to break down the barriers that keep people from being more active. Qualified, experienced instructors excel at creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy and instructors target sessions towards beginners, so anyone can join in, regardless of ones experience or ability. All classes are subsidised to minimise the cost of participation, with most sessions costing approximatley £5 per session.

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East Hampshire Wellbeing Walks

Ramblers Wellbeing Walks

Short, safe and sociable walks ideal for people wanting to increase their physical activity levels. Suitable for people of all abilities (walks are graded for length and difficulty) it’s a great way to improve your health and wellbeing as well as meet new people. All walks are led by trained Volunteer Walk Leaders who are there to offer information and support on the walk.

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Havant Wellbeing Walks

Ramblers Wellbeing Walks

Havant Wellbeing Walks provide short, safe and sociable walks in your local area. The walks are free to attend and suitable for people of all abilities, from beginners to more experienced walkers (progression walks). It’s a great way to improve your health and wellbeing and meet new people. The walks are ideal for people who would like to improve their health by increasing their physical activity levels and discover the beautiful countryside and scenery the local area has to offer. All walks are led by trained walk leaders who are there to offer information and support on the walk. The walks are graded for length and difficulty.

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Get Up and Go – Havant

Hampshire Councty Council

Funded by Hampshire County Council, Get Up and Go provide a range of physical activity opportunities for Havant borough residents aged 18 or over with physical and/or mental health difficulties as well as residents age 70 or over. They run a variety of low cost activities including falls prevention exercise classes, Pilates, seated Yoga, Tai Chi, coastal rowing courses, weekly walks and much more! For more information and to view a full list of activities please visit their webiste.

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Wellbeing Walks Portsmouth

Ramblers Wellbeing Walks

Led by trained volunteer walk leaders, Wellbeing Walks Portsmouth have 17 different walks to choose from and are designed for all levels of ability, including a few that are a maximum of 30 minutes duration and aimed at those who prefer a slower pace and shorter distance. Walking routes also include a mixture of urban and rural areas across Portsmouth, offering a great way to improve fitness as well as make new friends. Many of the walks are also wheelchair and buggy friendly and there is an opportunity to buy refreshments at the end of each walk, so ensure you bring along some cash for a cuppa. All walks are free and everyone is welcome to join in. Comfortable clothing, suitable footwear and a drink is essential for each walk. All walks can be viewed online or a printed programme is available on request.

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My Journey Southampton Health Walks

My Journey Southampton

One-hour Health Walks range from gentle strolls to brisk walks in beautiful green locations throughout Southampton.  Choose the walk you’d like to do and enjoy some exercise in good company with a warm welcome from our Walk Leaders. A great way to get active, socialise and meet new people. Please visit their website for more information regarding days/times and other details.

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