Active for life is aimed at individuals over the age of 50, who are interested in gentle exercise in order to maintain and improve their health. Active for life was developed in conjunction with High Peak Cultural Services to provide exercise for those over the age of 50. As an excellent rated local authority, we aim to provide and promote accessible leisure facilities for all, irrespective of age, giving residents of the High Peak the opportunity to improve their quality of lives.
Practical Benefits of Exercise:
A variety of different activities are available to users of the active for life scheme on Tuesday mornings between 9.30am-12.30pm:
Each activity costs as little as £1.80 or for just £2.50 you can attend the whole session. All equipment is provided free of charge. Tea and coffee is also available afterwards for a small charge.
Physical activity of any kind, no matter how little, is a positive step to leading a healthier life. Statistics show that in England, only 32% of men and 21% of women aged 50-64 years endeavour to do 30 minutes of exercise most days. Census 2004 states that we are living in a society with an increasing ageing population. Therefore it is generally accepted that in order to maintain health in the later years, that some form of physical activity is required. The Department of Health (2000) recognises the need to reduce Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke levels in those aged 65 and over. A paper called 'Our Healthier Nation: Saving Lives' was produced to combat this. This paper has an action plan to reduce Coronary Heart Disease and strokes by 15% before the year 2010. Leisure Services and exercise initiatives play a vital role in achieving this target.
For further information, please view our programme below or contact Glossop Leisure Centre on 01457 863223 or *Glossop Pool on 01457 863128.
| Monday | |
|---|---|
| 10.30am-1pm | Badminton - £1.80 (At Glossop Leisure Centre) Equipment provided at no extra cost. No need to book. Just drop in anytime |
| 2.45pm-3.30pm | Quiet Swim - £1.40 (At Glossop Pool) Session for people with temporary or permanent disabilities. Hoist available. Width swimming only |
| Tuesday | |
| 9.30am-12.30pm | Active 4 Life Club - £2 per sport/£2.50 For the Whole Morning (At Glossop Leisure Centre) Badminton, Indoor Bowls, Squash, Table Tennis and Aerobics Stretch. No previous experience needed. All equipment provided |
| 10am-4pm | Ramblers (Meet at Glossop Leisure Centre) Pick up a guide at reception |
| 11am-12pm | Exercise - £1.80 (At Glossop Leisure Centre) Exercise to music. Beginners welcome |
| 2pm-2.45pm | Water Workout - £1.90 (At Glossop Pool) Safe and effective form of exercise, whatever level of fitness, or age. Non-swimmers welcome |
| 2.45pm-3.30pm | Active 4 Life Swim - £2.10 (At Glossop Pool) Exclusive use of the pool |
| Wednesday | |
| 2.45pm-3.30pm | Quiet Swim - £1.40 (At Glossop Pool) Session for people with temporary or permanent disabilities. Hoist available. Width swimming only |
| Thursday | |
| 10.30am-11.30am | Exercise - £1.80 (At Glossop Leisure Centre) Exercise to music. Beginners welcome |
| 11.30am-1pm | Badminton - £1.80 (At Glossop Leisure Centre) Equipment provided at no extra cost. No need to book. Just drop in anytime! |
| 2.45pm-3.30pm | Active 4 Life Swim - £2.10 (At Glossop Pool) Exclusive use of the pool! |
| Friday | |
| 2.45pm-3.30pm | Active 4 Life Swim - £2.10 (At Glossop Pool) Exclusive use of the pool! |
Come along and get fit in a safe friendly environment. Book an induction for four sessions with a qualified instructor.
Casual Membership is also available - you pay each time you attend the fitness suite.