Exercise and Activity Directory
County: West Yorkshire
Yorkshire Sport Foundation
Active Partnership
A Lottery-funded charity supporting organisations across the nine districts of South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire. It is one of 43 Active Partnerships across England who work with partners to create the conditions for an active nation, using the power of sport and physical activity to transform lives. Over a quarter of the population are inactive, so as a charity, Yorkshire Sport Foundation works closely with partners to help individuals and communities overcome barriers and build healthy habits for life. They connect, influence and provide support for sport and physical activity, increasing and improving the many ways people can take part and get active. To find an activity near you visit the Yorkshire Foundation homepage, select Get Active and Choose an Activity from the drop down listed provided. Some of the activities include 50+ classes, bowls, curling, chair-based exercises as well as walking basketball and walking football to name but a few.
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Cottingley
FREE Joint Pain Programme – Cottingley
Nuffield Health
A free 12-week Joint Pain Programme embracing the idea that physical activity can manage and prevent joint pain issues. Designed by experts in physical and mental health combining education, physical activity and emotional wellbeing support. And it works… People completing the programme report a significant improvement in symptoms, an improvement in quality of life and feel better able to manage in the long term. In addition to expert advice and hands-on instruction, the programme is delivered in the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centres across the UK in groups of up to ten people, creating a support network and helping you to achieve your goals as a team. You will receive free complete access to all facilities at the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre during the duration of the programme and a significantly discounted full membership after. For more information and how to self refer please visit their website.
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Guiseley
FREE Joint Pain Programme – Guiseley
Nuffield Health
A free 12-week Joint Pain Programme embracing the idea that physical activity can manage and prevent joint pain issues. Designed by experts in physical and mental health combining education, physical activity and emotional wellbeing support. And it works… People completing the programme report a significant improvement in symptoms, an improvement in quality of life and feel better able to manage in the long term. In addition to expert advice and hands-on instruction, the programme is delivered in the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centres across the UK in groups of up to ten people, creating a support network and helping you to achieve your goals as a team. You will receive free complete access to all facilities at the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre during the duration of the programme and a significantly discounted full membership after. For more information and how to self refer please visit their website.
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Leeds
Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Leeds
Ramblers Wellbeing Walks
Free, guided wellbeing walks organised in and around Leeds, offer a great opportunity for local people to get outdoors, get active as well as meet new people. All walks are friendly, welcoming and suitable for those new to walking, have been inactive for some time, recovering from injury or living with a long term health condition (such as arthritis). They are more of an amble rather than a ramble! The walking routes are between 30 and 45 minutes and trained Walk Leader provide encouragement, support and makes sure no one gets left behind. For more information about walks in your local please visti the webiste and/or get in touch.
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Leeds
FREE Joint Pain Programme – Leeds
Nuffield Health
A free 12-week Joint Pain Programme embracing the idea that physical activity can manage and prevent joint pain issues. Designed by experts in physical and mental health combining education, physical activity and emotional wellbeing support. And it works… People completing the programme report a significant improvement in symptoms, an improvement in quality of life and feel better able to manage in the long term. In addition to expert advice and hands-on instruction, the programme is delivered in the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centres across the UK in groups of up to ten people, creating a support network and helping you to achieve your goals as a team. You will receive free complete access to all facilities at the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre during the duration of the programme and a significantly discounted full membership after. For more information and how to self refer please visit their website.
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Leeds
Active Leeds
Leeds City Council
Active Leeds is passionate about getting people moving more and being active in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. They offer an array of activities including reasonably priced gym memberships, walking groups, strength and balance programmes (falls prevention), home workouts, livestream fitness classes and even offer health conditions support service which includes arthritis support. To find out more and how to contact Active Leeds, please visit their website.
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Leeds
Age UK Leeds
A local independent charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers for over 40 years. They encourage everyone to love later life and with dedicated staff and volunteers they are able to deliver many different services, ongoing social activities and events across Leeds to help people stay independent, healthy and safe. Activities and events include; A weekly Walking Group among others. Age UK Leeds volunteers also support the city-wide Falls Prevention Exercise Classes across Leeds. To find out how you can stay active and connected with your local community, visit the Age UK Leeds homepage and select Activities and Events and/or Our Services for further details.
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Shipley
FREE Joint Pain Programme – Shipley
Nuffield Health
A free 12-week Joint Pain Programme embracing the idea that physical activity can manage and prevent joint pain issues. Designed by experts in physical and mental health combining education, physical activity and emotional wellbeing support. And it works… People completing the programme report a significant improvement in symptoms, an improvement in quality of life and feel better able to manage in the long term. In addition to expert advice and hands-on instruction, the programme is delivered in the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centres across the UK in groups of up to ten people, creating a support network and helping you to achieve your goals as a team. You will receive free complete access to all facilities at the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre during the duration of the programme and a significantly discounted full membership after. For more information and how to self refer please visit their website.
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Wakefield
FREE Joint Pain Programme – Wakefield
Nuffield Health
A free 12-week Joint Pain Programme embracing the idea that physical activity can manage and prevent joint pain issues. Designed by experts in physical and mental health combining education, physical activity and emotional wellbeing support. And it works… People completing the programme report a significant improvement in symptoms, an improvement in quality of life and feel better able to manage in the long term. In addition to expert advice and hands-on instruction, the programme is delivered in the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centres across the UK in groups of up to ten people, creating a support network and helping you to achieve your goals as a team. You will receive free complete access to all facilities at the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre during the duration of the programme and a significantly discounted full membership after. For more information and how to self refer please visit their website.
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Wakefield
Wakefield District Health Walks
Wakefield Council
Coordinated by the Health Improvement Team within Wakefield Council, Wakefield District Health Walks organise free regular short walks lasting between 20 minutes to 2 hours and are aimed at people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. Walking is one of the easiest ways to increase physical activity, get fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle. There is no need pre book, simply turn up (with comfortable shoes and clothing suited to weather conditions) on the day and join in! All walks are led by at least one trained Volunteer Walk Leader providing encouragement and ensuring no one gets left behind. A full list of walks can be viewed or downloaded online and direct contact can be made with the Scheme Coordinator for further details and/or any specific concerns.
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Wakefield
Age UK Wakefield District
A local independent charity working across Wakefield District to promote the wellbeing of people over the age of 50. Aiming to help make later life a more fulfilling and enjoyable experience, they deliver many services, ongoing social activities and events to provide opportunities for older adults to remain active through sport and exercise as well as meet new people. To find out how you can stay active and connected with your local community, visit the Age UK Wakefield District homepage and select Activities and Events and/or Our Services for further details.
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