Activities for Adults & Older Adults
All information is updated regularly. We would still advise that you contact the instructor ahead of attending these sessions for the first time to avoid any disappointment.
*Delivered by Melton Sport & Health Alliance
Activity |
Description |
Details |
Contact |
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Steady Steps *Ran by MBC |
A structured 24 week exercise programme designed by physiologists aimed at falls prevention in people aged 65+. Participants MUST sign up in advance to attend. |
Location: Melton & Asfordby |
MBC: Sports Team 01664 502 502 sportsandhealth@melton.gov.uk |
Steady Steps Plus *Ran by MBC |
A chair based exercise class for adults 65+ to help develop mobility, balance & strength enabling independence in later life. |
Location: Gloucester House, Melton, LE13 1JE Time: Monday 10.15-11.15am & Friday 12:30-13:30 |
MBC: Sports Team 01664 502 502 sportsandhealth@melton.gov.uk |
Steady Steps Plus *Ran by MBC |
A chair based exercise class for adults 65+ to help develop mobility, balance & strength enabling independence in later life. |
Location: Asfordby Parish Council, LE14 3SA Time: Wednesday 10.15-11.15am |
Instructor: Roy Boddington 07468487211 |
Boxercise |
A great way to improve your fitness, muscle strength, meet new people and learn something new! Suitable for all 16+ years. |
Location: Jubilee Sports, Melton, LE13 1ND |
Instructor: Tom Flowers Sports Coaching (find on Facebook) |
Beginners Health Walks *Ran by MBC |
This walk is over flat ground and ideal for a short leisurely walk to get back to being active, and meet new people. Contact Evie (walk leader) beforehand to discuss your first walk. |
Location: Willow Drive Car Park, Melton Country Park |
Instructor: Evie Cocksedge 07563 587992 evie301246@gmail.com |
Senior Health Walks *Ran by MBC |
Seniors Health Walks are open to anyone age 60+ of any fitness level. It is a great way to meet new friends whilst keeping active. |
Location: Always meet at Melton Country Park by the cafe (walk changes each week) |
Walk Leader: Jean Forbes 01664 561055 |
Long Clawson Health Walks *Ran by MBC |
This is a friendly and social walking group. We often split into groups that will walk different distances. We also have access to the village hall afterwards where we have a hot drink and a chat after. |
Location: Long Clawson Village Hall, Back Lane, LE14 4NA |
Instructor: Ian Brown 01664822434 |
Melton Mowbray Croquet Club |
A friendly club open to all ages and abilities, where people come together to learn tactics of a fun and inclusive game. Only played April—October |
Location: Egerton Park, Leicester Road, LE13 0DZ |
Club chairman: Malcom Duff, 01476 870150 |
Nordic Walking |
Beginner's Nordic Walking is suitable for all. Regular nordic walks are suitable for those who already know how to Nordic walk. Lessons can be arranged, so get in touch prior to attending. |
Location: Melton Country Park by the cafe |
Instructor: Penny Fielden 07502 576764 |
New Age Kurling & Boccia *Ran by MBC |
New Age Kurling & boccia sessions for those who want to meet new people and socialise whilst being physically active. Fully inclusive session. |
Location: Mary's Place (Old Samworth Centre), Melton, LE13 1XD |
Instructor: Fred & Margaret 01664 851867 |
Tai Chi |
Tai Chi combines gentle physical exercise and stretching with mindfulness. Tai chi can improve balance control, fitness, and flexibility, and might cut the risk of falls in older people. |
Location: Gloucester House, Melton, LE13 1JE |
Instructor: Nasser Butt 07792242150 |
Tai Chi - Qi Gong |
Tai Chi combines gentle physical exercise and meditation and breathing exercises. Tai chi can improve balance control, circulation and mindfulness. |
Location: Samworth Centre, Melton, LE13 1XD |
Instructor: Peter Karran 07810658990 |
Walking Netball *Ran by MBC |
A slower paced version of the game, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supported and friendly environment. A game of Walking Netball is for all ages and abilities. |
Location: Melton Sports Village, LE13 1DR |
Instructor: Sue Bailey 07969236211 sue.bailey8@btinternet.com |
Walking Netball |
A slower paced version of the game, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supported and friendly environment. A game of Walking Netball is for all ages and abilities. |
Location: Long Clawson Village Hall, LE14 4NA |
Instructor: Mel 07969236211 |
Yoga school |
Aims to help people to relive pain,based on anatomy function .putting your muscles in the right place helps with pain relief. |
Location: Private studio on kestrel Road. |
Instructor: Amy Hardy 07497 778893 |
Walking Football *Ran by MBC |
A slower paced version of the game, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supported and friendly environment. A game of Walking Football is for all ages and abilities. |
Location: Melton Sports Village, LE13 1DR |
Instructor: Sam Davies sportsandhealth@melton.gov.uk To book please contact Melton Sports Village on: 01664 481188 |
Seniors Table Tennis |
For anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supported and friendly environment whilst having a game of Table Tennis. |
Location: Melton Sports Village, LE13 1DR |
Instructor: Julie Cragg 01664 858 608 craggfamily@hotmail.com |
Over 55s Dance Fitness Class |
The sessions are open to all abilities , with seated version for those less mobile. We also go out for a cup of tea afterwards, which created a lovely atmosphere within our classes. |
Location: Mary's Place (Old Samworth Centre), LE13 1AE |
Instructor: Sue Lemon 01664 668317 |
Beginner Adult Tennis |
Want to give Tennis a go or get back into it? Why not come and give it a go. All equipment provided. |
Location: Hamilton Tennis Club, LE13 0RB |
Instructor: Richard Physick 07809882118 richard@gsmleisure.co.uk |
Melton Running Club (MRC) |
A running club aiming to increase running participation around Melton. Welcoming to people from total beginners to ultra-marathoners. Offer Couch 2 5k as well! |
Location: Melton Borough Council, Burton Street LE13 1GH |
Instructor: John Hudson & Gary Milne Search 'Melton Running Club' on Facebook |
FAB (Fitness At it's Best) |
A recreational running club which welcomes runners of all abilities. All runs are free and they also offer Couch 2 5k courses! |
Location: Asfordby Parish Council, LE14 3SA |
Instructors: Sue & Melissa Boyden fabfitnessatitsbest@hotmail.com Search 'FAB - Fitness At it's Best' on Facebook |
Dance Fitness |
Why not join us and dance your way to fitness. Just feel the rhythm and let yourself go! |
Location: Jubilee Sports Centre, Melton, LE13 1ND |
Instructor: TFFC Group 07713716300 |
Ladies Fitness |
Ladies only fitness is a great chance to meet new people, get a sweat on and be active! Ran by Instructor Sarah, she will go through all the exercises, all abilities welcome. |
Location: Long Clawson Village Hall, Back Lane, LE14 4NA |
Instructor: Sarah Woodhouse 07747797116 |
Melton Community Allotment |
Melton Community Allotment provides green space in which Melton Borough residents can learn to grow, with support from our volunteers. Other than beds dedicated to particular community groups, we share in the growing and crops. We have fully accessible toilet facilities, paved paths and raised beds for easy access. |
Location: Melton Country Park, Doctors Lane Entrance, LE13 1QB |
Contact: meltoncommunityallotment@gmail.com |
Kettlercise |
Kettlercise is a fat burning, body toning intense kettlebell workout session of around 45minutes to an hour. A great chance to meet new people, get a sweat on and be active! |
Locations: (Term Time Only) |
Instructor: Sarah Woodhouse 07747797116 |
Zumba & Clubbercise |
Just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the ultimate Dance Fitness Party. |
Location: Scalford Village Hall, LE14 4DN |
Instructor: Michelle Stevenson-Freer 07881 024194 |
Zumba Gold |
A lower intensity version of the famous ‘Zumba’ workout. A fun and friendly session, and everyone is welcome! |
Location: Melton Sports Village, LE13 1DR |
Instructor: Sarah Hall |
Meditation |
Mindfulness meditation to remove all the stresses of life through thoughts and improving brain function. |
Location: Rearsby Village Hall, LE7 4YS |
Instructor: Berni Waldron |
Yoga |
Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation. It helps to improve health and happiness. |
Location: Somerby Memorial Hall, LE14 2QB |
Instructor: Karen Hamilton 01664454054 |
Yoga for All (Adults, teens, tweens & tots) |
Yoga sessions provided by fully qualified instructor Emma. A great full body workout, which will improve strength, co-ordination and flexibility. |
Location: |
Instructor: Emma Ansell 07771 571183 |
Yoga for pregnancy |
Women who are pregnant can find yoga as a relaxing way to exercise. Why not come give it a try. Must book prior to attendance. |
Location: Waltham on the Wolds Village Hall |
Instructor: Helen Spencer 07850 024179 |
Gentle Yoga |
Gentle yoga classes are slow-paced and relaxing, with anyone welcomed. |
Location: Long Clawson Village Hall |
Instructor: Helen Spencer 07850 024179 |
Hatha Yoga |
Hatha practices are designed to align and calm your body, mind, and spirit. Hatha simply refers to the practice of physical yoga postures. |
Location: |
Instructor: Helen Spencer 07850 024179 |
Move Together Dance Class |
'Moving Together' is a creative dance company which provides dance fitness classes for older people. The classes are great fun, and an |
Location: Mary's Place (Old Samworth Centre), LE13 1AE |
Contact: |
Soul Riders BMX Club |
Explore routes such as Rutland water & Belvoir Castle, Soul Riders BMX Club can help you become fit and healthy in mind, body & soul! |
Contact Simon on:07852 668 191 |
