Local Activities In Hambleton and Richmondshire
As well as the physical benefits, joining an exercise class can boost your social interactions, opening opportunities for new friendships. A group dynamic can also help keep you motivated and committed to your goals.
Activities in Hambleton and Richmondshire
Find out about walking groups, weight loss groups and exercise schemes in the Hambleton and Richmondshire areas.
For more information, visit the North Yorkshire website or contact:
Email: communities.ham@northyorks.gov.uk
Telephone: 0300 131 2131
Exercise and Activity in Hambleton
Exercise and Activity in Richmondshire
Active North Yorkshire
Find out about our leisure venues in the Hambleton, Harrogate, Knaresborough, Richmond, Ripon, Selby and Tadcaster areas. Whether you are looking to swim in our pool, work out in our gym, book an exercise class or just join others for a walk, there is something for everyone at our Active North Yorkshire centres. You can also join us and get unlimited access while saving money with a membership.
Active North Yorkshire Website
Inclusive Sport - Primetime
Primetime is a social activity set up to offer a low-intensity sports opportunity. Activities include Boccia and Kurling. Primetime sessions offer participants a range of fun challenges, whilst enjoying some friendly company.
Primetime activities also take place in community venues, and you can find your local class on the North Yorkshire Council website.
North Yorkshire Council - Inclusive Sport
AgeUK North Yorkshire and Darlington
AheUK have a wide range of local social groups and activities to cater for many interests. Whether you're looking for some gentle exercise, a musical activity, to learn a new language or just some tea and cake with some new friends, there will be an activity for you.
Sessions run at various locations throughout North Yorkshire and Darlington, and you can find out more on the Age UK North Yorkshire website.
North Yorkshire Sport
North Yorkshire Sport is the charity for movement, activity and sport and the Active Partnership for York and North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire Sport works with partners across the country to help create happy and thriving communities that mean people are living more healthily for longer in a fairer, more equal society.
Parkrun
parkrun is a series of 5k runs held on Saturday mornings in areas of open space around the UK. They are suitable for all ages, open to all, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. Visit the parkrun website for more information and to find the nearest parkrun in your area.
Links and Resources
You can find out more about exercise classes specifically designed for older individuals. Ideally, consider classes aimed at falls prevention, often labelled as "postural stability" or "Otago" programs.
Local leisure centres, authorities and voluntary organisations can provide more information on available classes:
Move It Or Lose It: Find My Nearest Class
Age UK: Exercise and Physical Activity Classes
Exercise at Home
If you're not quite ready for group classes or prefer exercising at home, explore our range of simple exercises that you can do in the comfort of your own space.