Free Senior Fitness Day at Helston Sports Centre on 2nd October

Helston Sports Centre is inviting people aged sixty and over to a free senior fitness day on Thursday 2nd October, running from 9.30am until 2pm.

The event will give attendees the chance to try a variety of activities, including swimming, leg, bum and tum workouts, and functional fitness sessions. Wellbeing checks will also be available.

A Chance to Try Something New

The day is being run by GLL, the not-for-profit social enterprise that operates Helston and eight other leisure centres across Cornwall on behalf of Cornwall Council.

Keith Blower, Helston Sports Centre Supervisor and Senior Lead, explained:

“We hold a senior activity club every Thursday as part of our normal programme, but this is a chance for anyone to see what we offer and have a go for free.”

The Benefits of Staying Active

Keith highlighted the importance of exercise in later life, citing advice from internationally renowned public health expert Professor Sir Muir Grey:

“Professor Sir Muir Grey says keeping active as you grow older is vital and that providing people with the tools to improve their physical and mental health helps them feel and function better.

I see the difference regular exercise makes to those taking part in our sessions and couldn’t agree more. As well as getting fitter, individuals have fun, laugh a lot and make new friends.

Come along and give it a try – for free.”

Find Out More

For more information, visit the Helston Sports Centre website or email helston@gll.org.