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: Lynn Furness
Area: North East
Venue: My Space Royston Leisure Centre, Station Road, Royston S71 4EP
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Spitfire anywhere Parkinsons from just had diagnosis to level 3
Entry level. Booking is essential. Cost: £3 per session. Contact with the tutor, Lynn Furness to book your place! Email: Lynn.furness@gmail.com, telephone: 07775 948347
Provider: Sporting Penistone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Penistone Leisure Centre
Table Tennis Drop-In.
For further information call Penistone Leisure Centre on 01226 763949 or visit our website at: www.penistoneleisurecentre.org.uk.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: North East
Venue: Royston Leisure Centre
Level: Other
Booking essential
Health, Strength and Stability. An exercise programme for falls prevention that includes balance, strength, flexibility and endurance.
Falls Prevention - Entry/Intermediate/Advanced. Further information contact BPL's Community Health General Enquiries line on 01226 738657. First 6 sessions FREE! £5 per session thereafter.
Provider: Healthy Bones
Area: South
Venue: Shipcroft, Wombwell
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: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Variable
Level: Light intensity
Reds Connect Walking Group. 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.
Beginner. 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. See www.barnsleyfccommunity.co.uk/health/reds-connect/ for details of walk starting points. Please note that all walks are subject to change due to weather conditions.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: South
Venue: Sports Hall at Hoyland Leisure Centre
Booking essential
These sessions are open to anyone aged 50+. Communal area to purchase coffee and tea afterwards. Costs £3.50 per session.
For more information email connor.pickles@bpl.org.uk
Provider: Barnsley Gymnastics Club
Area: North
Venue: Barnsley Gymnastics Club, Units 7 & 8, 424 Carlton Rd, Royston, Barnsley S71 3HX
Level: Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Using your own body weight and a variety of gymnastics equipment, this class will improve fitness, flexibility, balance and strength whilst also developing gymnastics skills. Great for those who love an unusual challenge and the opportunity to work towards individualised gymnastics goals with our experienced coaches in our dedicated gymnastics facility. An opportunity to meet new people, get fit and face new challenges. Suitable for absolute beginners.
Pre-booking essential. Call 07963981040 or email info@barnsleygymnastics.club or sign up here: www.barnsleygymnastics.club/join
Provider: u3a
Area: North
Venue: St Paul's Church, Off Greenfoot Lane, Old Town
Level: Other
Booking essential
Fortnightly. Movement to Music is based on low impact aerobics which involves gentle stretching exercises to music.
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: Shirley Sherwood Tai Chi
Area: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8LH
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
A specialised Tai Chi session that focuses on Tai Chi for Health. If you need any further information or a chat then please contact Shirley Sherwood Certified Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor. Tai Chi is extremely good for improving balance, posture and can be done standing or seated. It is also a great way to get out of the house and make new friends. Ideal for all abilities
£3.00 per session after the 6 free sessions You can contact Shirley Sherwood either by e-mail shirley.a.sherwood@btinternet.com or 07956660224
Provider: Parkerdance
Area: North
Venue: Masonic Hall, Cockerham Lane, Barnsley, S75 1AT
Level: Light intensity
Tea Dance. An afternoon of ballroom, Latin and sequence dancing in a friendly, safe environment. Tea, coffee and biscuits included in the price. Intermediate level.
Booking is not essential. £5 per person, includes refreshments. Further information can be found on the Parkerdance website at www.parkerdance.co.uk. Every Friday, but call Amanda on 07738 324285 before attending if you have not been before.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: South
Venue: Hoyland Leisure Centre
Level: Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Using the water to support your body weight, this is an aerobic and toning workout to music in the pool. Great for those who love a challenging workout without any impact on the joints.
This activity is for all ages. Call 01226 744063 or email hoylandenquiries@bpl.org.uk.
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Area: Central
Venue: Edmunds Community Centre, Edmunds Street S70 5AZ
D & D + Boardgames
Second and last Friday of the month. For further information contact Hannah Wright via email: hannah.wright@barnsleyfc.co.uk
Provider: u3a
Area: North East
Venue: Monk Bretton Methodist Church
Booking essential
Sequence Dancing.
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: ExMil Fitness
Area: Central
Venue: Dearne Valley Park
Level: Other
Booking essential
Outdoor exercise circuits utilising equipment and body weight exercises.
Sessions are designed for all levels of fitness and age groups. Visit the ExMil Fitness Facebook page for information, or contact Lee on 07794172553.
Provider: Wombwell Main Community and Sporting Association
Area: South
Venue: Wombwell Main Community and Sporting Association, Windmill Road, Wombwell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Level: Other
The beautiful game…just a bit slower.
Open to all. For further information contact Paul at Wombwell Main Community and Sporting Association on 07488 356223.
