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: omJane
Venue: Online (Zoom)
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Hatha Yoga open level. Enhance your health & well-being with Hatha Yoga practice, taught in the authentic style of omJane, predominantly mat work with some standing asanas. You will be encouraged to practice Yoga postures, movements, and stretches with thought & consideration for your breath & your body, you will work within your own capabilities exploring the poses, movements, and techniques to work towards physical improvement and all the wonderful developments to mind, & body that Yoga brings. Yoga is a light that once lit will never dim.
Further information: Short health questionnaire to be completed,1st session free, help and advice available if needed when booking your class, video recording option if unable to attend day/time of live zoom class. Cost just £6 per class, no hidden fees. Booking: www.omJane.com.
Provider: Barnsley Wellbeing Walks
Area: Penistone
Venue: Bench next to skate park, S36 6TS
Booking essential
Walk Out Wednesday. Penistone Wellbeing Walk. Out and back along the Trans Pennine Trail.
Free but booking is required. To book email sport&activerecreation@barnsley.gov.uk.
Provider: New Options Community Fitness
Area: North East
Venue: New Options Community Fitness Centre, St Lukes Rd, Grimethorpe S72 7FN
Level: Light intensity
50+ group. An opportunity to take part in physical and social activities, with a focus on physical and mental health and wellbeing.
50+ group. For more info call Ann on 07943535682
Provider: Sprint Swim Academy
Area: North
Venue: Sprint Swim Academy, Mapplewell Business Park, Blacker Road, Barnsley, S75 6BP
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
Are you over the age of 50? Sprint Swim Academy is offering Swim Mobility sessions! Following the session, why not visit our friendly cafe and enjoy food and a FREE hot drink whilst socialising with others?
£4.95 per session and a free hot drink. Limited spaces available. To book and secure your place, please call Sprint's reception desk on 01226 661521.
Provider: Yoga Bee
Area: South
Venue: Yoga Bee, Hawkwood Cottage, Hay Green Lane, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XE
Booking essential
Chair Yoga. Ideal for those with mobility issues.
For further information and bookings please visit: www.yogabee.yoga.
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Edmunds Community Centre, Edmunds Street S70 5AZ
Chair Exercise / Boccia
For further information contact Hannah Wright via email: hannah.wright@barnsleyfc.co.uk
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Maltas Court Centre, Worsbrough, S70 4QY
Booking essential
Multi-activities.
For further information contact Hannah Wright via email: hannah.wright@barnsleyfc.co.uk
Provider: Walking the Goats at Lower Coates
Area: Penistone
Venue: Lower Coates Farm, Silkstone Common
Booking essential
Currently paused for winter. Well-Being Wednesdays. Pilates, Relaxation and Mindfulness Circuit. 45 minutes pilates overlooking the beautiful views of Lower Coates Farm. Relax while Kelly takes you through a 15 minute relaxation session while you enjoy the surroundings. Different activities each week in a short circuit of activities to help you unwind.
Contact Kelly on 07708931231 to book your place.
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Oakwell (Indoor Academy Centre)
Level: Moderate intensity
The Walking Football session gives people the opportunity to rediscover the joys of playing football and the basic elements of a match accessible to them by slowing the game down to a walking pace. The sessions are structured and delivered by qualified instructors who are experienced in delivering these activities.
Men of all abilities are welcome. £3 per person, per session. Walking Football is not uniquely for older men. There may be some players recovering from injuries or have a health condition who may find the sessions preferable to regular 5-a-side football. For more information please contact Sean Margison, Health and Wellbeing Officer on 01226 211333 or sean.margison@barnsleyfc.co.uk.
Provider: Mind Body and Spirit Barnsley
Area: Central
Venue: Mind Body and Spirit Barnsley, 110 Dodworth Road, Barnsley, S70 6HL
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Pilates Rehab and Beginners.
Booking essential. For more information and to book call Adriana on 07769 996438 or book online at https://www.mind-bodyandspirit.com/booking/ Class duration is 60 minutes and the cost is £8.00 per session.
Provider: Sporting Penistone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Penistone Leisure Centre
Booking essential
Chair Fitness is a gentle exercise class adapted to suit less able people. Our coach, Rachel is experienced in working with older or less able people to help them with fall prevention, core strength and general fitness.
Beginners. £4 per session. Book online at www.penistoneleisurecentre.org.uk/book/chair-fitness/ or call Penistone Leisure Centre on 01226 763949.
Provider: Lesley Featherstone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Hoylandswaine Church Hall
Level: Other
Booking essential
Do you wish to have fun whilst staying active? Are you looking to build your strength and balance? If so, we have the ideal group in your area!
Falls Prevention. First 6 sessions FREE! £5 per session thereafter. To book, please call Lesley on 07713 510910.
Provider: TSS Sport
Area: Central
Venue: Worsbrough Common Community Centre, Warren Quarry Ln, Barnsley S70 4ND
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
Health, Strength and Stability. An exercise programme for falls prevention that includes balance, strength, flexibility and endurance.
For further information contact TSS Sport via email: info@tsssport.com
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Edmunds Community Centre, Edmunds Street S70 5AZ
Bingo & Quiz
For further information contact Hannah Wright via email: hannah.wright@barnsleyfc.co.uk
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: South
Venue: Hoyland Leisure Centre
Level: Other
Booking essential
Hoyland Leisure Centre – Call 01226 744063 or email hoylandenquiries@bpl.org.uk.
