Your Back Yard

17/08/2026

17/08/2026

£20 VOUCHERS FOR ATTENDING FOCUS GROUP ON EXERCISE AND ACTIVITY HEART CENTRE. HEADINGLEY

There are still places on the Focus Group in Headingley on 19th August at the HEART - Headingley Enterprise and Arts Centre, 5-6.15 pm. Leeds City Council and Active Leeds for Health are running an advertising campaign in the autumn, aimed at encouraging more people to do more exercise and activity, particularly strength and balance exercises which are critical in sustaining functionality and independent living in later life.

The have asked Leeds Older People's Forum (that is where I come in with my LOPF hat on!) to get people's feedback on some of the campaign materials they are proposing to use; images, slogans, messages etc,

Its fun, interactive, informative and you get a £20 voucher for your time.

What is not to like! Contact [email protected] if you are interested

29/07/2026

WEEK 3 OF FREE EXERCISE CLASSES FOR OLDER ADULTS AT BRAMLEY BATHS

We had another full house for week 2 of our free taster exercise classes for older adults on Friday. It was Zumba last week, with, I believe a bit of line dancing delivered by the brilliant Jennie from Bramley Baths.

I did a quick survey afterwards and everyone had thoroughly enjoyed it, and will be back!

The week (3) its yoga with the equally brilliant other Jenny (you have to be called Jenny to get a spot instructing coaching on this programme). We have a couple of free spaces left for anyone wanted to try out a bit of yoga. And if you like it there is a regular weekly yoga class at the baths you can move onto.

Whilst all classes are specifically designed for older adults (over 45) and beginners (any age) they are challenging and will defo get you fitter, stronger, more flexible..and make you a better dancer!

All are delivered by coaches with exercise in delivering classes for older adults.

More details are on the attached flyer,

To book on, or for more details, email [email protected]

These classes are free thanks to funding from Leeds City Council Leeds City Council Inner West Community Committee, the idea is we get decent attendance (so far so good) and we can then look to make these classes part a permanent feature of the exercise offer for older adults in Bramley, and west Leeds.

So come on down, use them, or lose them!

22/07/2026

FREE exercise classes for older adults (and beginners) at Bramley Baths, summer 2026

We had a full house (or gym) for our first taster session last Friday in exercise classes for older adults, which was yoga.

All participants were surveyed afterwards for feedback, and all found it enjoyable, challenging and said they would be back!

The next free session is ZUMBA Gold, this Friday, 24th July, 5.30-6.30 at Bramley Baths

We have just a couple of spaces left, so if you would like to come along, and give it a try!

Whilst all classes are specifically designed for older adults (over 45) and beginners (any age) they are challenging and will defo get you fitter, stronger, more flexible..and make you a better dancer!

All are delivered by coaches with exercise in delivering classes for older adults.

More details are on the attached flyer,

To book on, or for more details, email [email protected]

These classes are free thanks to funding from Leeds City Council Leeds City Council Inner West Community Committee, the idea is we get decent attendance and we can then look to make these classes part a permanent feature of the exercise offer for older adults in Bramley, and west Leeds.

So come on down, use them, or lose them!

15/07/2026

Your Back Yard, in partnership with Bramley baths, are putting on a summer programme of FREE taster exercise classes designed for older adults and beginners. Starting with yoga this Friday 17th July, followed by zumba, Pilates, strength and more yoga.

Whilst they are designed for older adults (over 45) and beginners (any age) they are challenging and will defo get get you fitter, stronger, more flexible..and make you a better dancer!

All are delivered by coaches with exercise in delivering classes for older adults.

More details are on the attached flyer,

To book on, or for more details, email [email protected]

These classes are free thanks to funding from Leeds City Council Inner West Community Committee, the idea is we get decent attendance and we can then look to make these classes part a permanent feature of the exercise offer for older adults in Bramley, and west Leeds.

So come on down, use them, or lose them!

15/07/2026

Walking football is the fastest growing sport in the UK, and other walking sports such as netball and cricket (which we will also be doing over the summer) can not be far behind.!

The aim is after the sessions to get an Armley/ West Leeds walking football team up and running, sorry Walking! We already have one in Bramley, meeting every Friday morning, 10-11. it would be great to get something similar in Armley.

Whilst most players are over 60 we also have younger players in their 30's, some who are coming back from injuries or other challenges.

It really is a beautiful version of the beautiful game, that includes everyone..just don't run!

08/07/2026

Free Walking sports sessions in Armley

Next up Walking football, 5.30-6.30, 9th July

If you have been inspired by the world cup (all Egypt fans look away now) then come along to the James Mckenna centre this Thursday.

Its the beautiful game, slowed down a bit (Ronaldo switched to this version about 4 years ago)

All abilities welcome. just bring your trainers, and some water..the heat is rising!

You can just turn up or contact [email protected] if you would like more details

30/06/2026

Free walking football taster sessions in Armley!

We are running 6 walking sports sessions this summer in partnership with Barca Leeds , starting with walking football on 2nd July at the James Mckenna community hub.

More details are on the attached flyer, it is for all ages and abilities but probably better suited to those who like to play the beautiful game at a more leisurely pace!

Just bring your trainers and a smile, not lest as its a a free session and the sun is bound to be shining!

No need to book, but you can contact [email protected] or call Jenny on 07341736309 if you need more information.

Cheers

Tony

16/06/2026

There are still places on the Focus Group in Headingley on 18th June, at the Heart Centre, 5.30-7pm. You get a chance to tell us about your exercise and activity habits, what would encourage you do to more, what stops you etc, and we dive the benefits of exercise, particularly strength and balance sessions. Its fun, interactive, informative and you get a £20 voucher for your time.

What is not to like! Contact [email protected] if you are interested
Leeds Older People's Forum
HEART - Headingley Enterprise and Arts Centre

Have Your Say on Staying Active in Leeds

We are looking for local people to take part in a friendly focus group to help shape a new citywide campaign. The aim is to support people to become more active, improve strength and balance, and help prevent falls.

We would like to hear your views on:

What helps you stay active
What puts you off exercising
What would motivate you to move more

We are especially keen to hear from:

Women aged 45–60
Men aged 40–55
People approaching retirement
People who do not currently exercise much

Sessions will be relaxed and informal, with 10–12 people per group.

Participants will receive a £20 voucher as a thank you for taking part.

To register your interest, please contact Tony Mullin via email: [email protected]

Please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.