The Active Life Over 50 – Strength and Balance Programme is a free 12-week, in-person programme designed to support adults aged 50+ to improve strength, balance, flexibility and confidence. Sessions are delivered in a supportive group environment and are tailored to individuals who are currently inactive or face barriers to being physically active.

Programme 1

Start date: 6 May 2026

Finish date: 22 July 2026

When: Wednesdays and Fridays 2pm – 2.45pm

Location: Herons Leisure Centre, William Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5NX

Programme 2

Start date: 8 September 2026

Finish date: 26 November 2026

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2pm – 2.45pm

Location: Whitstable Pools and Fitness, Tower Hill, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2BW

Programme 3

Start date: 5 January 2026

Finish date: 24 March 2027

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm – 1.45pm

Location: Kingsmead Pool and Fitness, Kingsmead Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7PH

 

Venue Info:

Programme 1 – Herons Leisure Centre

The facilities are accessible by wheelchair, with step-free access, accessible changing rooms and toilets, and blue badge parking available. Locations are community-based and accessible via local public transport routes.

Programme 2 – Whitstable Pools and Fitness

The facility is accessible by wheelchair, with step-free access, accessible changing rooms and toilets, and blue badge parking. The site is well located within the community and accessible via public transport.

Programme 3 – Kingsmead Pool and Fitness

The facility is accessible by wheelchair, with step-free access, accessible changing rooms and toilets, and blue badge parking. The site is centrally located and accessible via public transport.

In addition, up to 2 hours of free car parking is available, supporting participants who rely on private transport.

Booking Info:

Participants can register for the Active Life Over 50 – Strength and Balance Programme by completing the online referral form.

Once the form has been submitted, the Programme Lead will review the referral and contact the participant directly to arrange a screening conversation. This will confirm:

  • Availability for the selected sessions
  • Suitability based on programme eligibility criteria
  • Any support needs or health considerations

Following this, eligible participants will be offered a place and receive confirmation of their allocated programme, including start date, location, and session details.

Contact Details

Programme Provider: Active Life

Programme Lead: Claire Bode

Email: claire.bode@activelifeltd.co.uk

Website

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