Active Ageing
Over 60? Stay young and keep agile with our Active Ageing Programme.
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As part of the Active Ageing Programme, our centres in Ards, Comber and Portaferry have a wide range of activities suitable for those over 60.
The Active Ageing Programme is part funded by South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and Public Health Agency.
Gym
Gym exercise is for all ages and levels of fitness.
Our gyms at Ards, Comber and Portaferry have equipment suitable for gentle exercise, particularly the BIOCIRCUITS at Ards and qualified instructors are always on hand to give help and advice.
Active Ageing members pay the reduced price of £3.20 to use the gyms at:
Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
Comber Leisure Centre
Portaferry Sports Centre
Exercise Classes
Why exercise alone when you join a fitness class? All you have to do is turn up, follow the routine and enjoy the craic! Plus you'll have a fitness coach on hand throughout, offering encouragement and keeping an eye on everyone's technique, helping to avoid any injuries.
Some classes are better suited to Active Ageing such as:
- Tai Chi
- Armchair Yoga
- Chi Me
- Pilates
- Water Aerobics
Ards runs an Active Ageing and Armchair Yoga class and Comber a Chair Aerobics class, which are chair based, limited movement exercise classes.
View our Exercise Class timetable.
Bowls and Pickleball
Pickleball
Ards - during normal centre opening hours
Comber - Monday 11am to 1pm
Bowls
Comber - Wednesday 10am to 12 noon
Ards - starting October 2024 on Thursdays. Hourly sessions at 9am, 10am and 11am
Swimming
Swimming is a great way to exercise as water supports the joints, and is kind to the body whilst increasing cardiovascular fitness and strength.
Active Ageing Prices and Membership
Active Ageing Prices at Ards, Comber and Portaferry
To be part of the Active Ageing Programme you must have an Active Ageing membership.
You can join online.
Or you can apply at a centre, you will need proof or your date of birth the first time you apply. You will be issued with an Active Ageing membership card entitling you to Active Ageing and concession prices as applicable.