Funded by Barnsley Council and led by Age UK Barnsley, the BOPPAA is an alliance of NHS, private and third sector organisations offering physical activity opportunities for over 50s in Barnsley.
Find out more about physical activity opportunities available in your part of Barnsley below.
If you need any further information, call Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820 or email us at: enquiries@ageukbarnsley.org.uk.
The Barnsley Older People Physical Activity Alliance is an alliance of independent activity providers each responsible for the delivery of their own activities/services.
Provider: Hoyland and Birdwell Methodist Chapel
Location: South
Venue: Birdwell Methodist Church
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
Keep fit, meet new people and have fun! Over 50s gentle exercise class. Led by Susan Mcnamee. The exercise includes Zumba Gold, drumsticks and walk fit for fun active workouts with music.
First six sessions are free. £3.50 per session thereafter. Call Susan on 07896 709091 to book.
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Location: Central
Venue: Barnsley Metrodome
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 730060 or email metrodomeenquiries@bpl.org.uk.
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Location: Central
Venue: Oakwell Academy Indoor Training Centre, Grove Street, S71 1ET
Booking essential
Session for those who are retired or semi-retired and competitive. £3 charge per session.
Contact: Email seanmargison@barnsleyfc.co.uk.
Provider: Mid Yorkshire Community Foundation
Location: Central
Venue: Gilroyd Social Club Gilroyd Ln, Saville Rd, Dodworth, South Yorkshire, S75 3PX
Booking essential
Seated exercise sessions for over 50s. Lots of music, games and social fun.
Free for the first six weeks, then £3 per week thereafter. To book, please call Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820.
Provider: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Location: South
Venue: Birdwell Methodist Chapel
Booking essential
Indoor Boccia and refreshments.
For more information contact Hannah Wright, Game Changer Project Co-ordinator via email at: hannah.wright@barnsleyfc.co.uk.
Start date: 2023-04-20
Provider: Barnsley Premier Leisure
Location: North East
Venue: Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre
Level: Moderate intensity
Booking essential
A way to play football for everyone. If you’re male or female with any footballing ability, feel free to come down and give walking football a try. All the love of the game, at a pace that’s suitable for everyone. £3 per session (though free throughout May 2023 as part of the Walking Festival) with an area afterwards to sit, have a drink and socialise.
Currently paused for winter. These sessions are open to anyone aged 30+. £3 per session (though free throughout May 2023 as part of the Walking Festival). Communal area for teas and coffees afterwards. Please follow the link to book on http://faevents.thefa.com/bookevent?eventID=7470 or for more information feel free to email connor.pickles@bpl.org.uk or phone 07944079052.
Provider: Lesley Featherstone
Location: North
Venue: St Helen's Church Hall, Athersley
Level: Other
Booking essential
Do you wish to have fun whilst staying active? Are you over the age of 50, and looking to build your strength and balance? If so, we have the ideal group in your area!
First 6 sessions FREE! £3 per session thereafter. To book, please call Lesley on 07713 510910.
Start date: 2024-09-05
Provider: ONPAR Health
Location: Central
Venue: ONPAR Health, Worsbrough Dale, Barnsley, United Kingdom, S70 4ST
Booking essential
Indoor Cycling with ONPAR Health.
For further information visit OnPAR's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/onparhealth or email OnPAR at: onparhealthclub@gmail.com for further details.
Start date: 2023-01-04
Provider: Healthy Bones
Location: South
Venue: Saville Court, Hoyland
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. £3 per session thereafter. To book, call Bronia at Healthy Bones on 07895 380615.
Provider: Shaw Lane Sports Club
Location: Central
Venue: Shaw Lane Sports Club
Level: Light intensity
Booking essential
Social/Activity Drop in for Older People. Board games, Bingo, Boccia, chat and tea/coffee. Good company, fun and laughter.
For further information, contact Fiona Hall, Shaw Lane Foundation on 07341 265319.
Start date: 2024-05-30
Provider: Shirley Sherwood Tai Chi
Location: South
Venue: Hoyland Leisure Centre, West Street, Barnsley S74 9EH
Level: Other
Booking essential
A specialised Tai Chi session that focuses on falls prevention and arthritis. Dr Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis programme has helped many thousands of people across the world to improve their health and wellbeing through regular Tai Chi practice. Research shows this programme can improve balance, reduce falls, reduce joint pain and improve flexibility and mood.
First six sessions are free. £3 per session thereafter. To book your place please call Shirley on 07956 660224.
Provider: Sporting Penistone
Location: Penistone
Venue: Meeting point: Penistone Leisure Centre, S36 9EF
Booking essential
First Thursday of each month. Penistone walk and talk wellbeing walk.
Contact: Email tracy.bryant2@nhs.net.
Provider: Lesley Featherstone
Location: North
Venue: St Helen's Church Hall, Athersley
Level: Other
Booking essential
Are you looking to build your strength and balance? If so, we have the ideal group in your area!
First 6 sessions FREE! £3 per session thereafter. To book, please call Lesley on 07713 510910.
Provider: Yoga Bee
Location: South
Venue: Yoga Bee, Hawkwood Cottage, Hay Green Lane, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XE
Booking essential
Core Pilates. Ideal for the energetic.
For further information and bookings please visit: www.yogabee.yoga.
Provider: Mind, Body and Spirit
Location: Central
Venue: Mind, Body and Spirit, 110 Dodworth Road, Barnsley, S70 6HL
Level: Moderate intensity/Vigorous intensity
Booking essential
A fusion of yoga and pilates with equipment.
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.
