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.
Start date: 2025-01-14 End date: 2025-03-04<
Provider: Mi:ssion Table Tennis Club Barnsley
Area: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road, Cudworth, S72 8LH
Bat and Chat. An organised social session which targets individuals who are 50 and above and provides participants with the opportunity to enjoy table tennis in a friendly and relaxed environment.
All equipment, tea, coffee and biscuits provided free of charge. It doesn't matter if you've never played table tennis before. No need to book. Just turn up. For further information email: enquiries.missionttcbarnsley@gmail.com.
Start date: 2024-01-10
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road, Cudworth, S72 8LH
Level: Moderate intensity
Join one of the fastest growing sports in Barnsley! Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis.
For more information, please contact connor.pickles@bpl.org.uk.
Provider: Sporting Penistone
Area: Penistone
Venue: Penistone Leisure Centre
Level: Other
Booking essential
PenActive is a ‘Youth Club for Older People’! Aimed at people aged 60+ the session is a fun and friendly session with time for socialising as well as some exercise too!
Beginner. £3 per session. Book online at www.penistoneleisurecentre.org.uk/book/penactive-the-youth-club-for-older-people/ or call Penistone Leisure Centre on 01226 763949.
Provider: U3A
Area: South
Venue: Birdwell Community Centre, Rockingham Street, Birdwell.
Level: Other
Booking essential
Sequence Dancing 2. The Sequence Dancing 2 group will meet weekly on a Tuesday at Birdwell Community Centre from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Beginner. If you wish to speak to Barnsley U3A’s New Members Secretary about joining the U3A, please telephone 07512206285. If there is no reply do leave a message and you will be contacted. Website: u3asites.org.uk/barnsley/home.
Provider: U3A
Area: North East
Venue: Valley Community Centre, Manor Road, Cudworth
Level: Other
Booking essential
This group is open to all, you do not necessarily have to have played before, and it's a fun way to keep fit.
If you wish to speak to Barnsley U3A’s New Members Secretary about joining the U3A, please telephone 07512206285. If there is no reply do leave a message and you will be contacted. £3 per session. Website: u3asites.org.uk/barnsley/home.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: South
Venue: Hoyland Leisure Centre
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Make some time for you by creating a balance between the body and the mind, promoting health and wellbeing and improving your breathing patterns. A great way to relax, unwind and give yourself some self-care.
This activity is for all ages. Call 01226 744063 or email hoylandenquiries@bpl.org.uk.
Start date: 2024-07-02
Provider: ONPAR Health
Area: Central
Venue: ONPAR Health, Worsbrough Dale, Barnsley, United Kingdom, S70 4ST
Booking essential
Train, Meet and Eat. 1 hour exercise class focusing on developing strength, fitness and stability. Enjoy a healthy meal afterwards in the cafe.
For further information visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/onparhealth or email us at: onparhealthclub@gmail.com for further details.
Provider: AFC Pogmoor
Area: North
Venue: Honeywell Sports Village, Honeywell Lane, Barnsley
Level: Other
Booking essential
The beautiful game…just a bit slower.
To book your place please call Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820 or Christine from AFC Pogmoor on 07921 861498.
Provider: Yoga Bee
Area: South
Venue: Yoga Bee, Hawkwood Cottage, Hay Green Lane, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XE
Booking essential
Vinyasa Yoga. Ideal for the energetic.
For further information and bookings please visit: www.yogabee.yoga.
Provider: Mind, Body and Spirit
Area: Central
Venue: Mind, Body and Spirit, 110 Dodworth Road, Barnsley, S70 6HL
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Contact Mind, Body and Spirit on 07769 996438 or at info@mind-bodyandspirit.com. You can book through the website www.mind-bodyandspirit.com. All classes cost £7 booking in advance, you will receive a health questionnaire to be filled in and emailed back or you can bring with you to your first class. All equipment is provided sanitised with a covid / Sport England approved solution.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Area: Dearne
Venue: Dearneside Leisure Centre
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Pilates is a head to toe fitness method. This mat-based exercise class will take you through a conditioning routine to improve strength, flexibility and endurance and is a great way to build skills that will carry over into your sporting activities and everyday life.
This activity is for all ages. Dearneside Leisure Centre – Call 01709 880040 or email dearnesideenquiries@bpl.org.uk.
Provider: ONPAR Health
Area: Central
Venue: ONPAR Health, Worsbrough Dale, Barnsley, United Kingdom, S70 4ST
Booking essential
For further information visit OnPAR's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/onparhealth or email OnPAR at: onparhealthclub@gmail.com for further details.
Provider: Lighten Up Physiotherapy
Area: Penistone
Venue: Cawthorne Village Hall, Tivy Dale, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4EH
Level: Other
Booking essential
Modified Pilates. Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on balance, posture, strength and flexibility. It is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Modified Pilates is specifically designed for people with medical / orthopaedic conditions. However, it is also beneficial for anyone wanting to improve their general fitness, muscle tone, flexibility and general wellbeing.
Suitable for beginners and specifically modified to be safe for clients with back/joint pain (initial interview required to ensure suitable). 6 week block £57. www.lightenupphysio.co.uk. Telephone Ruth on 07876 237556.
Provider: Yoga Bee
Area: South
Venue: Yoga Bee, Hawkwood Cottage, Hay Green Lane, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XE
Booking essential
Hot Yin Yoga. Mixed ability.
For further information and bookings please visit: www.yogabee.yoga.
Provider: Mind, Body and Spirit
Area: Central
Venue: Mind, Body and Spirit, 110 Dodworth Road, Barnsley, S70 6HL
Level: Light intensity/Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Mindfulness Meditation and Yoga. Combining mudra, prananayama, meditation and light yoga asana.
Contact Mind, Body and Spirit on 07769 996438 or at info@mind-bodyandspirit.com. You can book through the website www.mind-bodyandspirit.com. All classes cost £6 booking in advance, you will receive a health questionnaire to be filled in and emailed back or you can bring with you to your first class. All equipment is provided sanitised with a covid / Sport England approved solution.
