Find Local Exercise Classes
These classes, which often cover activities like aerobic exercises, tai chi, dancing, or bowls, are enjoyable and tailored to older adults.
Beyond the fitness benefits, joining an exercise class boosts your social interactions, providing opportunities for new friendships and shared motivation. A group dynamic can also help keep you motivated and committed to your goals.
Staying Active
Northamptonshire Sport Get Up & Go is part of a county-wide falls prevention programme supported by Public Health & the NHS.
It provides strength and balance exercise classes for older adults or those who have a fear of falling, had a fall or are at risk of falling.
Learn more at Northamptonshire Sport Get Up & Go website.
Northamptonshire Sport Get Up & Go website
For more information on the community and iCAN Get Up & Go programmes, please contact:
Community Get Up & Go - Katy Downing, Programme Lead (Get Up & Go)
Tel: 07955 441975
Email: Katy.Downing@northamptonshiresport.org
iCAN Get Up & Go - Jude Stone, Programme Lead (iCAN Get Up & Go)
Make a referral to iCAN Get Up & Go
Tel: 07955 437523
Email: jude.stone@northamptonshiresport.org
Find a Get Up & Go class - Northamptonshire Sport
Get Up & Go strength and balance classes are aimed at individuals who have had a fall, have a fear or falling or at risk of falling. The classes are delivered by qualified OTAGO Exercise trained instructors. To gain the most benefits from the class, individuals should aim to attending weekly and practicing some of the exercises at home between classes.
Find the Right Class
Seek out 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.