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: U3A
Location: 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: Healthy Bones
Location: North
Venue: Emmanuel Methodist Church, Huddersfield Road, Barnsley S75 1DT
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: U3A
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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
Location: 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.
Provider: Lighten Up Physiotherapy
Location: 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: Barnsley FC Community Trust
Location: Central
Venue: Oakwell (Indoor Academy Centre)
Level: Moderate intensity
Booking essential
Reds Connect Exercise Class. There is no need to worry if you haven’t exercised in a while, our delivery staff are able to tailor activities to support individual goals and fitness levels allowing you to develop at your own pace. Our session allows participants to engage in physical activity in a safe and relaxed environment and participants are encouraged to connect and socialise with each other. Activities include Circuits, Boxercise, Zumba and much more with participants shaping the delivery on a weekly basis.
Entry level. This activity is for all ages. For more information please contact Sean Margison, Health and Wellbeing Officer on 01226 211333 or sean.margison@barnsleyfc.co.uk.
