Find out about the amazing choice of physical activities suitable for older people across the Barnsley borough in our directory below.
Search for a group or class which suits you. You will find details of where and when they meet and what they do. There’s also a phone and/or email to get in touch. Most are daytime activities either free or low cost.
This directory is brought to you by The Barnsley Older People Physical Activity Alliance (BOPPAA) led by Age UK Barnsley and funded by Barnsley Council.
BOPPAA aims to increase participation in physical activities that improve the strength, balance and wellbeing of older people. It brings together NHS, public and private sector and voluntary organisations offering physical activity opportunities suitable for everyone in their 50s and above.
For further information, call Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820 or email enquiries@ageukbarnsley.org.uk. *NB Each provider is responsible for delivery of their own activities/services – please see their contacts in the directory below.
You can browse through all the listings or filter by the type of activity you’re interested in, the part of borough where you live (please Show Map to see what each area covers) or the day of the week you want to get active.
Provider: u3a
Area: North East
Venue: Rabbit Ings Country Park, Lund Hill Lane, Royston, S71 4BB
Booking essential
Dog Walking group. 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Common sense rules. We are walking at Rabbit Ings Country Park just outside Royston on the way to Ryhill, half way up the steep hill coming out of Royston.
More details about u3a activities can be found on bu3a.u3asite.uk website. Membership is required, costing £15.00 per year. For more information: coordinators running the groups can be emailed from u3a website bu3a.u3asite.uk/groups/
Provider: Yoga Bee
Area: South
Venue: Yoga Bee, Hawkwood Cottage, Hay Green Lane, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XE
Booking essential
Ideal for beginners.
For further information and bookings please visit: www.yogabee.yoga.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road, Cudworth, S72 8LH
Booking essential
Wheels for All offers participants the opportunity to experience the joy of cycling with specially adapted bikes, perfect for all ages and abilities.
£5 per participant. Due to limited bike availability, booking is essential. To book your slot email info@letsgetgoing.co.uk.
Start date: 2026-03-16 End date: 2026-09-30<
Provider: u3a
Area: Central
Venue: Ardsley Bowling Club, Coronation Terrace, Ardsley S71 5BE
Booking essential
Summer activity begins in mid March and ends in late September. Groups play between 10 am and 12.00 noon at Ardsley Bowling Club (Monday to Friday). There are spaces available on all five weekday mornings and there are loads of spare bowls for anyone wanting to give Crown Green Bowling a try. Contact any of the Coordinators.
More details about u3a activities can be found on bu3a.u3asite.uk website. Membership is required, costing £15.00 per year. For more information: coordinators running the groups can be emailed from u3a website bu3a.u3asite.uk/groups/
Provider: Better Health Walks
Area: South
Venue: Meeting point: Elsecar Heritage Centre, Wath Rd, Elsecar Barnsley S74 8HJ
For more information about the walks get in touch: jackcadman@barnsley.gov.uk
Provider: Lesley Featherstone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Crane Moor Methodist Church
Booking essential
Chair based exercise with Lesley Featherstone.
For further information contact Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820.
Provider: Susiemac Fitness
Area: North East
Venue: Monk Bretton Methodist Church
Level: Light intensity
Fun active workout.
£4 per session. Booking not essential. For more info telephone Susie on 07896 709091 or email susie.1960@hotmail.co.uk
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Venue: Variable
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
Strolling Reds. The aim of the group is to help local people get out of the house and improve general health in a relaxed and supportive environment.
This activity is for all ages. For more information please contact Sean Margison, Health and Wellbeing Officer on 01226 211333 or Community@barnsleyfc.co.uk.
Provider: u3a
Area: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road, Cudworth, S72 8LH
Booking essential
Bu3a Walking Cricket! 🏏 Walking Cricket is a fun, low-impact way to stay active and social — and we’re looking for new members! Just come along and enjoy friendly company and gentle exercise. 📍 Thursdays, 10.00am – 12.00pm 📍 No experience needed 📍 Equipment provided 📍 Plenty of laughs guaranteed
More details about u3a activities can be found on bu3a.u3asite.uk website. Membership is required, costing £15.00 per year. For more information: coordinators running the groups can be emailed from u3a website bu3a.u3asite.uk/groups/
Provider: Healthy Bones
Area: Penistone
Venue: Thurgoland Village Hall
Level: Other
Booking essential
A fun way to keep active, and improve your general wellbeing.
Falls Prevention - Entry/Intermediate/Advanced. First six sessions are free. £5 per session thereafter. To book, call Bronia at Healthy Bones on 07895 380615.
Provider: Owd’ Martha’s Yard
Area: South
Venue: Owd' Martha's Yard, West Street, Hoyland, S74 9AH
Level: Other
Opportunities to get involved in light gardening at Owd' Martha's Yard.
Accommodates all levels of capability. Activity will take place where weather permits. Visit the Owd' Martha's Yard Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/owdmarthasyard/ for further details.
Provider: Sporting Penistone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Penistone Leisure Centre
Level: Other
Booking essential
Pilates is a gentle exercise that covers stretching and breathing techniques – All exercises can be modified to individual participants.
£5 per session. Book direct with Tracy on 07398 238691 or visit our website at: https://www.penistoneleisurecentre.org.uk/.
Provider: u3a
Area: South
Venue: Hillies Golf Course, Wentworth View, Barnsley S73 0LA
Booking essential
This activity is open to members of Barnsley and District u3a. To take part in any of the activities please go to their website bu3a.u3asite.uk where you can find out more about the organisation. You can also join online.
Provider: u3a
Area: South
Venue: Hoyland Leisure Centre
Level: Other
Booking essential
An opportunity for older people to improve fitness and have fun as part of a team. The Walking Cricket is based inside for the winter at Hoyland Leisure Centre and outside for the summer at Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre.
Any ability welcome. This activity is open to members of Barnsley and District u3a. To take part in any of the activities please go to their website bu3a.u3asite.uk where you can find out more about the organisation. You can also join online.
Provider: Age UK Barnsley
Area: Central
Venue: Barnsley Bowling Club, Shaw Lane
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
A new 50+ bowling group for Central Area residents in Barnsley.
Contact Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820 for further details.
