Active for Life Programme Autumn 2019 - Spring 2020 Free or low cost activities to help you lead an active lifestyle in the city

Your healthy lifestyle 2 Your first step to a more active lifestyle

Your Active for Life programme Contents Page Includes hundreds of fun, social and accessible Welcome & contact details 3 ways for you to enjoy becoming or staying active How much physical activity is recommended? 4 in the city and is valid until the end of April. Top tips for being active 5 All the sessions in the programme are clearly Sessions key 6 graded, from those that are suitable for all to more Regular physical activity and sport sessions 7-15 moderate activities. Thousands of people of all ages Venue list and bus details 16-17 and abilities enjoy our sessions every year, and our Special activities each month 18-23 sessions are: Freedom Leisure community sessions 24 Healthwalks 25 “Free or low cost” Health Trainer Service 26 Stop Smoking 27 “Local and accessible” Active for Life 28-29 Getting Active this winter 30-32 “Beginner friendly” Children & young people 33-35 Healthy Lifestyles Services 36-42 “For all ages and abilities” Getting active outdoors & Nordic Walking 42-43 BeeZee bodies, weight management courses 44 6781 Brighton & Hove City Council Communications Team

The Active for Life programme If you’re one of the 15 million is delivered by the city’s Healthy Lifestyles Team. people in the UK living with We can offer help and advice on all aspects of living a healthy lifestyle, including being active, a health condition you’ll eating well, stopping smoking, drinking less know it can be a challenge, alcohol and improving your wellbeing. but being active can help. Do get in touch with us if you have any Listen to your body each day questions or would like some support towards and do what feels comfortable living a healthy lifestyle. to you.

For more stories and ideas on how you can get active with a Contact the Healthy Lifestyles Team on: range of health conditions visit 01273 294589 weareundefeatable.co.uk [email protected] or try one of the local brighton-hove.gov.uk/healthylifestyles opportunities in this programme. @BHhealthylife If you would like this programme in an accessible format please get in touch. 3 4 How much exercise is recommended? It could be easier than you think to fit more physical activity into your life, and doing so can have a huge impact on your health and wellbeing. The infographic below shows you how much exercise is recommended for all age groups. Children and Older Young People Adults People

Those exercising at a vigorous level should aim for 75 minutes of activity 60 150 weekly 150 minutes minutes minutes

Of moderate to Aim for 150 minutes of Same as adult vigorous activity at least moderate activity per week – recommendations but to daily, and including can be in 10 minute blocks. include exercise that improves exercise that strengthens Also try to do activities that balance and bones and muscles. improve muscle strength on co-ordination. at least 2 days per week.

Use our activity finder to explore 200 clubs and groups providing activities from dance to sport and fitness:www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/activityfinder Top tips for being active Benefits

• Walk for short journeys rather than take the car (the council’s • Healthy weight Travel Planning team can help). The average person will walk a mile • Reduces social isolation in 20 minutes. • Flexibility • Walk at a brisk pace that makes you breathe a bit faster, feel a bit warmer and your heart beat a bit faster. You should still be able to • Halve risk of heart attack talk comfortably. and stroke • Take the stairs rather than use lifts. Walking up stairs counts as • Prevent diabetes & cancer vigorous level activity, the same as running! • Reduce stress • Get off the bus or train a stop earlier and walk the rest of the way. • Make new friends • Try the ‘One You’ free Active 10 app, it will help you plan short • Improved energy brisk walks into your day. • Improves your sleep • Take part in one of the brilliant opportunities in this programme – there • Improves learning and brain are activities for all ages and abilities, including absolute beginners! development • Remember, it’s never too late. Whatever your age, being more active will bring huge benefits. Contact the Start small, and build up gradually. Healthy Lifestyles Team for help & advice on You also can find out more at www.bhfactive.org.uk 01273 294589 and www.nhs.uk/livewell/fitness 5 Please note: 6 The average person will Healthy Lifestyles Team walk 1 mile in 20 minutes Regular sport and physical so you can work out activity sessions average walk times for each walk according to the miles shown. See Venue List on pages 16-17 for full address and bus details Sessions key for all these sessions. YS Youth Sessions SS See S I page 30 ALC Active for Life Clubs GAL Get Active Locally Wheelchair friendly ISL In Shape for Life A4E Active Forever Toilets

HW Healthwalks Buggy friendly Fitness/ability level PW Progression walks Walk includes some hills SDP Sessions for disabled 1 Suitable for all people Refreshments 2 Easy/moderate Family friendly 3 Moderate/challenging Monday “Through these walks, you can interact with new, lovely people and make friends”

Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost Preston Park Healthwalk Meet at the Rotunda Café, 10am 1.5 miles FREE A gentle and popular walk around Preston Park. HW the city’s biggest public park.

Progression Walks in partnership with First Monday of every 10.30am All 4-5 FREE Brighton & Hove Ramblers month. See the ‘Special miles Six beautiful walks sharing Rambler Walks’ section (pages 18-23)

PW routes for those who are ready for more for more details or challenging walks. www.bahr.org.uk

Dancing for Health* St Luke’s Church, 10 - 11am £2/£3

A fun fitness class with seated SS Queens Park. conditioning and active dance. S I *Term time only.

Tai Chi The MacLaren Room, 12.30 - GAL £2 Delivered by the Taoist Tai Chi SS The Level (but upstairs 1.30pm donation Society, supported by Active for S I at The Open Market from Life. 18 Nov -17 Feb inclusive).

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Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost Seafront Healthwalk Meet on the main 10am 1 mile FREE Enjoy a seafront stroll. Choose to walk east promenade in front of to Brighton Marina or west to Hove Lawns. Brighton Palace Pier.

Castle Hill Healthwalk Meet at the Castle Hill 10.30am 2-3 miles FREE Explore this stunning chalk grassland National Nature Reserve HW National Nature Reserve. Car Park. (When conditions are muddy, and on the last Tuesday of the month, the walk follows an alternative route around Bullock Hill, opposite the reserve.)

Dancing for Health* Bishop Hannington Youth 11.15am - £2/£3

A fun fitness class with seated SS and Community Centre. 12.15pm

GAL conditioning and active dance. S I *Term time only.

Falmer & Beyond Progression Walk, Meet at The Swan Inn. 1pm 4.5 miles FREE 1st Tuesday of the month. 5/11, 3/12,

PW Explore beautiful Falmer then finish at the 7/1, 4/2, university for a cuppa. 3/3, 7/4 Boccia League (Oct-May) Patching Lodge. 10am - £10

With a gentle strength and balance warm 12 noon per up followed by a Boccia match. team A4E New teams always welcome. SS Call 01273 294589 for details. S I Pilates-based fitness The Manor. 11am - £4.50

An independent community session 12 noon

GAL supported by Active for Life.

In Shape for Life Moulsecoomb Moulsecoomb Hall. 11am - £2/£3

A circuit-based exercise session SS 12.30pm ISL suitable for all abilities. S I

Active for Life Club* in Partnership The Manor. 3.30 - FREE

with Sussex Cricket *Term time only. 5.30pm Multi-sports and cricket for ages 7 – 11.

ALC (Session becomes Running Challenge in January 2020)

Girls Get Active* King Alfred Leisure Centre. 4.30 - £2

Multi-fitness session for girls aged 11+ *Term time only. 5.30pm per (year 7 and above). Come and try spin, session YS circuits, gym and HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training).

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Wednesday “ The Healthwalk leaders are brilliant and always friendly ”

Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost Pilates (supported by Active for Life) The Manor. 10 - 11am £2/£3

Great for posture, core/back strength and An independent community session mental wellbeing. Suitable for all levels. supported by Active for Life. GAL Post Natal Pilates All 6-8 wks post birth The Manor. 11.15am - £2/£3

women welcome and pre mobile babies. 12.15pm Roedean Healthwalk Panoramic views Meet at Roedean Café. 10.15am 3 miles FREE and a wealth of wildlife on the downland between Sheepcote Valley and Ovingdean.

Hollingbury Hillfort Healthwalk Meet at the Hollingdean 11am 2.5 miles FREE Explore some of the most historic and Children’s Centre. HW beautiful countryside that borders the city.

Brighton Women’s Walk & Talk Meet at St Mary’s Church, 1.15pm 2 miles FREE Meet and chat with women from around Kemptown. the city, finishing with a cuppa at the drop- www.womenscentre.org. in run by Brighton Women’s Centre. uk Social Ping and Short Tennis King Alfred Leisure Centre. 10.30am - £2/

All levels welcome at this fun session. 12 noon £2.50 A4E Women Only Swimming St Luke’s Swimming Pool. 12.30 - £4.95/ NB: Due to staff availability this session may sometimes be attended by a male lifeguard. GAL 1.30pm Please contact the pool prior to swimming if this is an issue for you. £2.95 Nordic Progression Walks 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of 1.30pm 4+ miles FREE Develop your Nordic Walking skills. You the month. but cost for PW will need to do the Nordic Walking Course *See page 43 for more training before taking part.* information. Badminton for Adults with a Learning King Alfred Leisure Centre. 3.30 - £3

Disability Fun, social racquet and activity 4.30pm

SDP session. All abilities welcome.

In Shape for Life Brighthelm A circuit- Activities Hall, Brighthelm 12 noon - £2/

1pm based exercise session suitable for all abilities. Centre. SS £3 ISL In Shape for Life Zumba Improve your The Manor. 5.30 - £2/£3 S I strength, balance and flexibility – and have fun. 6.15pm Girls Get Active* Multi-fitness session for Prince Regent. 4.15 - £2

girls aged 11+ (year 7 and above). *Term time only. 5.15pm Come and try spin, circuits, gym and HIIT. Young Dancers Collective (YDC)* Dance The Studio. 5 - 6pm Paid YS session for ages 11+. For boys and girls. *Term time only. termly Street Games* Portslade Sports Centre. 4.30 - 6pm £2

Informal football session for ages 11+. *Term time only. Trans-friendly Swimming St Luke’s Swimming Pool. 8.30 - £5.10/

GAL Just turn up and swim. 9.20pm £3.05 11 12 “ I love the companionship and the Thursday good empathetic coach ”

Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost Thomas Kemp Amble, 3rd Thursday of Meet Badgers Tennis Club. 10am 1 mile FREE the month (February to May only) 20 Feb, A gentle and historic walk around 19 March, Kemptown and the beautiful Sussex Square 16 April

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Hove Park Healthwalk Meet at Hove Park Café. 10.15am 1.5 miles FREE Enjoy a gentle walk around this pretty park in the heart of Hove.

Women-only In Shape for Life* All Saints Church Hall. 10.30 - £2/£3

With a female instructor. A circuit-based *Term time only. SS 11.30am ISL exercise session suitable for all abilities. S I Healthwalk for Adults with a Learning Meet at St. Ann’s Well 10:45am - 1 mile FREE Disability & additional needs Gardens Café. 12 noon Come and enjoy a healthy walk and learn SDP about nature whilst making new friends. Stanmer Park Healthwalk Meet inside the Lower 11am 3 or 5 miles FREE A lovely countryside walk through Millbank Lodges park entrance, off wood, finishing at the village tea rooms. the Lewes Road. HW Choose between the regular 3-mile walk or a longer version. Active for Life Club* Hertford Junior School. 3 - 4pm £2

Multi-sports for ages 7 – 11. *Term time only. per session (Session becomes Running Challenge in paid January 2020) termly

ALC Active for Life Club* Portslade Village Centre. 3.30 - £2

Multi-sports for ages 7 – 11. *Term time only. 4.30pm per session (Session becomes Running Challenge in paid January 2020) termly FUNKFIT Brighton Youth Centre. 4.45 - £2/£3

Great drop in session for adults. Dance to 5.45pm funk and soul music with an instructor. SS GAL Non-choreographed – boogey in a dimly lit S I studio with disco lights and friendly people. In Shape for Life CityCoast CityCoast Centre. 6 - 7pm £2/£3

A circuit-based exercise session suitable for all abilities. ISL (Initial funding until Christmas 2019; phone SS to enquire) S I 13 14 Friday “The coaches are very good and encouraging and they help people with different abilities”

Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost In Shape for Life Portslade Portslade Sports Centre. 9.30 - £2/£3

A circuit-based exercise SS 10.30am ISL session suitable for all abilities. S I Portslade Library Walk & Read Meet at Portslade Library. 10.15am 1.5 miles FREE Explore Easthill Park, Emmaus Community Garden and Portslade old village, finishing at the library for a browse and a cuppa.

HW Saltdean/Undercliff Healthwalk Meet outside Saltdean 11am 3 miles FREE Walk the historic Undercliff to Ovingdean Library. Last Friday of Gap, returning to Saltdean. the month ending at the Marina. Active for Life Club* West Blatchington Primary 3.10 - £2 per

Multi-sports for ages 7 – 11. (Session School. 4.10pm session

ALC paid becomes Running Challenge in January 2020) *Term time only. termly Street Games* Meet at the main sports 5 - 7.30pm £1

Informal sports and gym sessions for ages hall at Moulsecoomb per session YS 11+ with sports taster sessions too. Community Leisure Centre. paid See page 34 for more information. *Term time only. termly Weekend “Healthwalks are always welcoming and there is no pressure to turn up every week”

Type of session Meeting Place / Venue Time Level Cost Benfield Valley Saturday Healthwalk A Sainsbury’s West Hove 11am 3 - 3.5 miles FREE beautiful walk taking in Benfield Valley and entrance, by the cash HW the Dyke Railway trail. machines.

Sheepcote Valley Progression Walk, Meet at East Brighton 11am 4.5 miles FREE 2/11, 7/12, 1st Saturday of the month Park Café building. A scenic walk taking in Sheepcote Valley, 4/1, 1/2, 7/3, Ovingdean and the Undercliff. 4/4 Balsdean Progression Walk, Meet at the Castle Hill 1pm 4.5 miles FREE 2nd Saturday of the month A lovely National Nature Reserve 9/11, 14/12, PW linear walk from Castle Hill, finishing near Car Park. 11/1, 8/2, Kipling Gardens, Rottingdean. 14/3, 11/4 The Downs On Your Doorstep Meet at Badgers Tennis 10am 4.5 miles FREE Progression Walk, 3rd Saturday of Club. 16/11, 21/12, the month A stunning walk around 18/1, 15/2, Whitehawk Hill and Sheepcote Valley. 21/3, 18/4 Stanmer Park Healthwalk, 4th Sunday Meet at Stanmer Village 10.45am 3 - 3.5 miles FREE 24/11, 22/12, of the month A variety of lovely woodland Tea Rooms. HW walks, finishing at the Village Tea Rooms. 26/1, 23/2, 22/3, 26/4 15 16 Regular sessions venue list

Venue name and address Bus links Venue name and address Bus links All Saints Church Hall 2, 5, 5A, 5B, 21, Portslade Village Centre 1, 1A The Drive, Hove, BN3 3QE 21A, 46 43 Windlesham Close, BN41 2LL

Badgers Tennis Club 1, 1A, 7, 14C, 23, Prince Regent Any bus to Church Place, Kemptown, BN2 5JN 47, 52, 57 Church Street, BN1 1YA Old Steine Roedean Café 12, 12A, 14, 14C, Bishop Hannington Youth and 5, 5A, 47 A259 above Brighton Marina, BN2 5RL 27, 47, 52 Community Centre 38 Holmes Avenue, BN3 7LD Rotunda Café, Preston Park 5, 5A, 5B, 17, 270, Stanford Ave end of the park (by the rose 271, 272, 273 Brighthelm Centre 6, 7, 37, 37B, 47 garden), BN1 6HL North Rd, BN1 1YD Sainsbury’s West Hove 6, 46, 47 Hangleton Link Rd, BN3 7GD Brighton Palace Pier Any bus to Madeira Drive, BN2 1TW Old Steine Saltdean Library 12, 12A, 14, Saltdean Park Rd, BN2 8SP 14C, 27, 47 Brighton Youth Centre 1, 1A, 2, 7, 14B, 64 Edward St, BN2 0JR 14C, 18 St Ann’s Well Gardens Café 7, 21A Somerhill Rd, BN3 1RP Castle Hill Nature Reserve 2, 22, 52 St. Luke’s Church 18, 21, 21A, 23, Woodingdean, off Falmer Rd (B2123), Queen’s Park Road, BN2 9ZB 37B just north of the junction with Bexhill Rd. Grid reference TQ356063. St. Luke’s Swimming Pool 18, 21, 21A St Luke’s Terrace, BN2 9ZE CityCoast Centre 1, 1A, 700 St Mary’s Church 1, 2, 7, 14C, 18, North St, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1DG 61 St James’s St, Brighton BN2 1PR 37, 37B, 47, 57 East Brighton Park Café building 1, 1A, 7, 21, Stanmer Park 23, 25, 50U, 78 Off Wilson Ave, BN2 5PB 21A, 23, 47, 52 Lower Lodges entrance Stoney Mere Way off Lewes Rd, BN1 9RB Hertford Junior School 50, 50U Lynchet Close, Hollingdean, BN1 7FP Stanmer Village Tea Rooms 78 BN1 9PZ Hollingdean Children’s Centre 50, 50U Brentwood Rd, BN1 7DY The Dance Station Unit 4, 1, 1A, 700 57 North Street, Portslade, BN41 1DH Hove Park Café 5, 5A, 5B, 21, Old Shoreham Rd, Hove, BN3 7AP 21A, 47 The MacLaren Room, The Level 5, 5A, 5B, 17, 21, South side of the café (next to the 21A, 22, 24, 25, King Alfred Leisure Centre 1, 6, 700 water feature), BN2 9SA 26, 37B, 46, 48, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2WW 49, 50, 50U, 52, 270, 271, 273 Moulsecoomb Hall 23, 24, 25, 28, Moulsecoomb Place, 29, 50U The Manor Manor Rd, BN2 5EA 37, 37B Lewes Rd, BN2 4GA The Open Market 5, 5A, 5B, 17, Moulsecoomb Community 23, 24, 25, 28, Marshalls Row, BN1 4JU 21, 21A, 22, 24, Leisure Centre 29, 50U 26, 37B, 46, 48, Moulsecoomb Way, BN2 4PB 49, 50, 50U, 52, 270, 271, 273 Patching Lodge 1, 1A, 2, 7, 14B, The Studio 21, 21A, 22, 23 Park St, Kemptown, BN2 0AQ 14C, 23 Whippingham Road, BN2 3PF Portslade Library 2, 6, 46 The Swan Inn 23, 25, 25X, 28, Old Shoreham Rd, BN41 1XR Middle St, Falmer, BN1 9PD 29 Portslade Sports Centre 1, 1A West Blatchington Primary School 5, 5A, 16, 47 Chalky Rd, BN41 2WS Hangleton Way, Hove, BN3 8BN 17 “I used to be shy, but since participating in 18 Special walks each month Healthwalks, I am much more confident and it is easier to talk to people”

NOVEMBER Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Monday 4 November Meet in front of 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Saltdean Library, BN2 8SP. Ramblers Buses 12, 12A, 14, 14C,

A circular cliff and hill walk via Telscombe. 27 & 47. Monday 15 November Pre-registration is essential 11am Between FREE Explore East Dean and Friston for these walks. 5 & 9 miles Join leader Gill for the first of four walks Please register by emailing exploring the area around Seven Sisters, [email protected] Friston Pond and East Dean. and full details of each walk will be emailed to Walks may include a circular walk through you a week before the Friston Forest and the village of West Dean walk date. (approx 7 miles); the “Three Tapsel Gate” walk from East Dean via Friston to Jevington, All walks will start and returning through the forest (approx 7.5 miles); finish at a bus stop. a circular walk from Friston Pond to East Dean via Birling Gap (approx 5 miles); Bus 12X. and a circular walk from East Dean to Beachy Head via Birling Gap (approx 8 miles). DECEMBER Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Monday 2 December Meet opposite the Co-op, 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Patcham, BN1 8XR. Ramblers

A circular walk via Waterhall & Patcham Mill. Buses 5A & 52. Sunday 15 December Meet at the Castle Hill 10am 3.2 miles FREE Castle Hill and Balsdean Histories #1 National Nature Reserve (2.5 hours) The first of three different history walks Car Park, with leader David Cuthbertson, uncovering grid reference TQ356063. the stories of our eastern downs. Discover the fascinating history of the Castle Hill Buses 2, 22 & 52. National Nature Reserve, from prehistory to WW2, and visit the site of Newmarket Farm – birthplace of David’s mum and location of a Victorian murder!

Tuesday 17 December Meet on the promenade 10am 1.5 miles Queer the Pier Exhibition Museum in front of Brighton Palace Healthwalk Enjoy a lovely seafront walk, Pier, BN2 1TW. then on to visit Brighton Museum & Art Gallery’s new exhibition celebrating the lives Buses: Any that stop at of LGBTIQA+ writers, artists, performers, Old Steine. activists and ordinary people, bringing their stories to life with art, film, photography, fashion, drag and oral histories. 19 20 Special walks each month

JANUARY Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Monday 6 January Meet in front of 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Shoreham Community Ramblers Centre, BN43 5WU.

A circular walk over Mill Hill. Buses 2 & 700. Friday 10 January For full details see the 11am Between FREE Explore East Dean and Friston November 15 listing on 5 & 9 miles Join leader Gill for the second of four walks page 18. exploring the area around Seven Sisters, Friston Pond and East Dean. Bus 12X.

Friday 31 January Meet outside 11am 3 miles Winter in The Living Coast Walk Saltdean Library, BN2 8SP. Join this special version of our Saltdean Buses 12, 12A, 14, 14C, Healthwalk to discover the natural history 27 & 47. of the undercliff and its shoreline, from fulmars and oystercatchers to the egg cases Finishes at of sharks and rays. Brighton Marina. Buses 7, 14B, 21, 21A, 23, 47 & 52. FEBRUARY Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Monday 3 February Meet opposite the Co-op, 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Patcham, BN1 8XR. Ramblers

A circular walk to the Chattri and back. Buses 5A & 52. Monday 10 February Meet at the Castle Hill 10am 4.7 miles FREE Castle Hill and Balsdean Histories #2 National Nature Reserve (2 ¾ hours) The second of three different history walks Car Park, grid reference with leader David Cuthbertson, uncovering TQ356063. the stories of our eastern downs. Learn how Brighton in the 1920s stopped Oscar Buses 2, 22 & 52. Selbach from spoiling our downs. Walk down his WW1 German POW-built road, past failed housing estates, to his Balsdean Manor Pig Farm. And more!

“ Healthwalks have definitely improved my mental and physical health ”

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MARCH Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Monday 2 March Meet opposite 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Mayberry Garden Centre, Ramblers Portslade, BN41 1SP.

A circular walk via Foredown Tower and Mile Oak. Buses 2 & 46. Friday 13 March For full details see the 11am Between FREE Explore East Dean and Friston November 15 listing on 5 & 9 miles Join leader Gill for the third of four walks page 18. exploring the area around Seven Sisters, Friston Pond and East Dean. Bus 12X. Sunday 29 March Meet at the Castle Hill 10am 4.9 miles Castle Hill and Balsdean Histories #3 National Nature Reserve (3hours) The last of three different history walks Car Park, grid reference

with leader David Cuthbertson, uncovering TQ356063. the stories of our eastern downs. Discover Buses 2, 22 & 52. Bronze age ranching, the deserted Medieval village of Balsdean, and the Tudor Close Finishes Rottingdean. Hotel – a favourite of Hollywood stars and Buses 2, 12, 12X, 14, 27 the birthplace of Cluedo! & 47. APRIL Meeting place & bus info Time Level Cost Friday 3 April For full details see the 11am Between FREE Explore East Dean and Friston November 15 listing on 5 & 9 miles Join leader Gill for the last of four walks page 18. exploring the area around Seven Sisters, Friston Pond and East Dean. Bus 12X. Monday 6 April Meet outside Saltdean 10.30am 4.5 miles FREE Progression walk with Brighton & Hove Library, BN2 8SP. Ramblers A circular walk over Telscombe Tye. Buses 12, 12A, 14, 14C, 27 & 47. Thursday 30 April Meet Stanmer Park 11am 3 miles FREE Spring in the Living Coast Walk Lower Lodges entrance, Join us to discover the wonders of off Lewes Road, BN1 9RB.

Stanmer Park and find out more about the flora and fauna that are waking up Buses 23, 25 & 50U. for spring.

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Healthwalks are a great way for everyone to be more active, get outdoors and make new friends, whatever their age or ability. Would you like to volunteer? There are 20 regular walks across the city, starting at If you’ve got some spare time and would like to get under a mile on the flat to longer progression walks. outdoors, get active and meet new people then why There’s also a calendar of exciting one-off Healthwalks not become a Volunteer Healthwalk Leader? that have something extra to offer, from museum walks to walks exploring the history of our downland landscape. You’ll be helping others improve their health and All walks are led by our fantastic team of Volunteer wellbeing, and you’ll learn a lot about the fantastic Healthwalk Leaders who know the route and help places to walk in Brighton & Hove. Apply online by everyone get the best out of their walk. The scheme is following the ‘Volunteer Healthwalk Leader Training’ accredited by the national Walking for Health initiative link at www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/healthwalks or (www.walkingforhealth.org.uk) and holds The Queen’s call 01273 294589. Award for Voluntary Service. Please arrive ten minutes early to your first walk so you can complete our simple registration*. Healthwalks: 01273 294589 email: [email protected] * You can also print our registration form from the www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/healthwalks website, and bring it with you, facebook.com/brightonhovehealthwalks completed, on your first walk. healthwalksBH 25 26 Need support Thinking about to get started getting more active? and keep going?

Health Trainers • can provide you with free and confidential support • will work with you to set realistic and achievable goals and can help you to stay motivated to keep going • can also support you to quit smoking, eat well, drink less alcohol “What a fantastic and improve your general wellbeing service – extremely helpful and enabling”

Your healthy If you are aged 18 or over and live in Brighton & Hove please call 01273 294589 lifestyle email: [email protected] or visit: brighton-hove.gov.uk/healthylifestyles “I’ve happily stopped Live healthier smoking, I did it!” Breathe easier and have more energy Live better On average save up to £3000 a year Live happier Stop smoking and reduce your stress levels Live longer Half of all long-term smokers die early from smoking related diseases

To get advice on how to quit or to find your local stop smoking services visit Brighton-hove.gov.uk/stop-smoking You can call the Healthy lifestyles team on 01273 294589, for options and information available locally to help you quit.

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The Active for life project has been supporting residents to get active for over ten years. We offer low cost and local sessions in targeted neighbourhoods and also work with a range of partners and organisations to deliver and support community events. Our activities are inclusive, friendly and participants When coming along to an can work at their own pace. Our groups and sessions Active For Life session for attract people from all walks of life and of all the first time we recommend shapes and sizes. Those with little or no experience that you: participate alongside those who have attended regularly; we welcome all. Our coaches are well- • Wear something comfortable qualified and experienced so can support participants so that you can move with ease of all abilities. • Wear supportive footwear Please do not hesitate to call the team if you would • Bring water so that you can keep like to talk further about what to expect. We hope to hydrated throughout the session see you at one of our sessions soon so that you can enjoy the benefits of leading an active lifestyle. • Turn up ten minutes early to register. Active for Life Programmes HP Holiday Programmes ISL In Shape for Life Active for Life offer a range of activities during the Activity sessions are designed to welcome all abilities; holidays to keep children and young people moving. Each class members can work at their own pace. The circuit school break provides something different ranging from format means individuals can opt for beginner’s level our popular soup and stomp events to youth festivals and upwards so those new to exercise are fully catered for. multi sports offers. Sessions are usually drop in but some Some sessions can also include advice about require booking. Contact the team for details for which healthy living. events are running during these weeks. YS Youth Sessions ALC Active for Life clubs These sessions are provided to offer a space for Our after school clubs cater for those aged 7 -11. young People from ages 11+. They currently include Operating in a selection of the city’s schools AFL clubs are Girls Get Active, Street Games (ages 11-15 and 16-20), fun and suitable for all levels of ability. Children learn to Youth Yoga, and Young Dancers Collective. Everyone develop their strength, stamina and co-ordination whilst is welcome to these sessions having the opportunity learning sports-based skills. to improve their fitness and wellbeing and have GAL Get Active Locally fun together. Catering for adults, these sessions take place in a range A4E Active Forever of locations across the city. They currently include Pilates, Sessions and events are aimed at promoting Tai Chi, FunkFit and Dancing for Health. Everyone active ageing so cater for those aged 50+. is welcome at our get Active locally classes and the Keeping active in older age can be really beneficial emphasis is on health and wellbeing whilst enjoying to health and wellbeing. something in a friendly group setting.

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Stay Strong, Stay Steady, 92% of participants stated that Active for Life Stay Independent sessions have improved their physical health Brighton & Hove are on a mission to support people to live well into older The new Stay Strong, Stay Steady, age. Being physically active can Stay Independent campaign is have a big impact on ageing well designed to encourage people as it helps with both physical and to live actively. mental health and can help people Part of this is a directory of feel connected with others in their classes happening across the community. Activities to promote city, which include verified strength and balance are especially strength and balance exercises. good as they can mean that people Some of the Active for Life are more likely to live independently sessions are included in this and less likely to have a fall as they offer alongside an array of progress into older age. other options.

For more information and to find out about FREE tasters call the new See regular sessions Ageing Well Service on 01273 322947 or visit ageingwellbh.org pages 7-15, badged with SSSI as: SS S I Boccia in Brighton & Hove Walking Cricket in the city

Do you and your friends play Boccia? Are you looking for a slower-paced, indoor Or if not would you like to? game ideal for men and women aged 50 plus? Boccia is a game of seated bowls suitable If so Walking Cricket could be for you. for people of all ages and levels of It is the perfect way for those with cricket experience and mobility. It is a experience to remain involved with the game gentle game but can be competitive whilst staying active, and also and is definitely a lot of fun. welcomes beginners. For information We are looking for teams to come along If you are Sussex Cricket please contact to our Boccia event in March and to join interested in Foundation coaches Gary Wallis-Tayler next year’s league. We can offer taster finding out more Walking Cricket at a on 01273 827114 or sessions to interested groups and are keen contact the team number of venues gary.wallis-tayler@ to talk those who want to get involved. on 01273 294589. across the city. sussexcricket.co.uk

Staying Active at Work Keeping physical activity levels up for Life team can support organisations during the working day can help keep to think about how they can benefit the workforce healthy! from being more active during the day Whether it is walking to work instead by offering talks and training. If this is of driving or taking the stairs instead something you think your workplace of the lift, every little helps. The Active would benefit from please get in touch. 31 32 In Shape for Life Zumba

Dance In Shape for Life sessions are suitable for all, Active whether you are a beginner to physical activity, 2019 a seasoned exerciser or someone who just wants to move more and meet new people everyone is welcome. It is that time of year again! Our In Shape for Life Zumba takes place at Manor Our truly joyful community dance Gym every Wednesday at 5.30-6.15. You will enjoy evening takes place on Saturday 7 December 45 minutes of Zumba Dance Fitness to improve at the Brighton Centre at 5.30pm. your stamina, strength and balance, coordination, Featuring everything from Capoeira to Samba and and flexibility and have fun all at the same time. Hip Hop to contemporary, there is something to suit all. Our fully qualified For information about tickets contact the team Zumba instructor will take on 01273 294589. you through fun fitness routines each week designed to get you moving and feeling great.

Cost £3/ £2 concessions. For information call the team on 01273 294589. Talks and Training

The Active for Life Team would love to talk to you about the benefits of being physically active. Just small changes in activity levels can really make a difference to health and wellbeing and the team visit groups and clubs to talk about ways of making those changes. Top tips include being active in 10 minute blocks, travelling on foot where possible and, most importantly, choosing something you enjoy!

If you are interested in finding out more about our Talks & Training Programme contact the team on 01273 294589.

33 34 Active for Life Running Challenge 2020

Sign yourself up for our 11 week Running Challenge!

The course runs from the The challenge is to improve week commencing upon your own race time Mon 13 January – Fri 3 April achieved at the first race, 2020 (Term time only). when competing in the You will receive 11 weeks second race in April. training with the Active for The course costs £30 and £20 Skateboarding Life team and complete a concession which includes Mile race at the Brighton the 11 weeks training, both The Healthy Lifestyles Team run a number of Half Youth Race on Sunday entries into the mile races, skateboarding projects, events and activities in the city. 23 February and at the Mini and entry to our celebration These include beginners skateboarding lessons, the Mile event on Saturday event on the 15 April 2020 Go Skate mental health project for young people, and a 18 April. The Running at Withdean stadium. skateboarding activity assistant volunteer programme. Challenge is for children in school years 3-6. To book a place We also have a mobile and find out more skatepark available for contact the team on hire with qualified For more information 01273 294589. coaches, skateboards or to get involved (bookings open and pads all provided. please visit mid-November 2019) www.brighton-hove.gov. uk/skatepark or call 01273 294589. Holiday Programmes The Active for Life project delivers events throughout Meerkat the year, working with various partners to provide physical activity and healthy living advice across the city. Discovery Trail Find the Meerkats between 1 October - 1 December 2019 The team deliver free or low cost events and activities for families and young people during:

October half term For full details of Win a February half term events contact scooter or theatre Easter holidays the team on tickets! Summer holidays 01273 294589 and join us!

New fitness session coming to our Street Games programme Welcome to our Meerkat trail for young children and A new fitness element will be added to the Street their families. Nine Meerkats are hiding around central Games programme at Moulsecoomb Leisure Centre, Brighton. Can you find them? To find out how to join in visit Fridays 5 - 7:30pm, ages 11+ (See p14 for session details). www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/meerkat-trail The sessions will continue to offer multi-sport activities #Brightonmeerkats such as basketball, football and cricket, and now offer gym and studio activities for all abilities. 35 36 You can join the campaign! 1) CHOOSE a challenge: 2) Get SUPPORT: The council, Food www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/ Partnership and Jamie sugarsmart Oliver Food Foundation are working together to help Avoid hidden Brighton & Hove become sugars and start Make breakfast SUGAR SMART. from scratch low sugar, start the day well

Cut down by Swap the pop, making sweet ditch sugary drinks snack swaps for water

Ever wondered how much sugar is in your favourite products? Download the foodscanner app and find out www.nhs.uk/change4life/food-facts. 37 38 Sessions for people with Learning Disabilities

Free Healthwalk for adults with a learning disability Thursdays £3 10.45am – 12noon Badminton for adults meet at with a learning disability St Ann’s Well Gardens Come along to Badminton, Café, BN3 1RP. it will help you be more healthy. Fun, friendly, shuttlecock and racket session. Wednesdays 3.30 – 4.30pm King Alfred Leisure Centre

To find out more, contact the team on 01273 294589 Opportunities for disabled people The Active for life team currently deliver around 48 weekly sessions and walks through a wide range of programmes. Sessions are inclusive and friendly. If you have an impairment or any specific requirements please contact us on 01273 294589 to discuss how we can accommodate and welcome you to our sessions. Whatever your age, ability or experience, we aim to offer something for everyone.

Please visit our website for more information and links to clubs in Brighton & Hove that offer sessions for disabled people: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/disabilitysport

39 40 Help to improve air quality in Brighton & Hove and benefit your health too

Pollution Join the levels are of kids 51%and significantly 26% of adults who walk higher or cycle to school or work. inside cars It’s a great way to be active Walking and cycling and is often quicker are safer and healthier than driving for ways to travel. short journeys too.

www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/environment/ noise-and-pollution/help-improve-air-quality

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Join us for special TLC walks exploring the Undercliff and Stanmer Park, and learn more about their flora, fauna and natural history. See the calendar section in this programme for more details. Nordic walking Walk tall naturally with purpose

Nordic walking is now recognised Nordic Walking Courses – as beneficial to health and 4 sessions, each 2-3 miles wellbeing throughout the lifespan Cost: £36 per person i.e. £9 a session as it effectively combines aerobic Same course, two different ways of doing it! (heart & lung) exercise with muscle strengthening and balance activity One session a week (Public Health England 2018). Sessions 1, 2 & 3 Hove Park, Session 4 Stanmer Park Jan 4, 11, 18 & 25 Saturdays 1.30 to 3pm Jan 29, Feb 5, 12, 26 Wednesdays 1.30 to 3pm March 5, 12, 19, 26 Thursdays 1.30 to 3pm Two sessions one day in Hove Park, then two sessions same day a week later in Stanmer Park March 8 & 15 Sundays 11am to 3pm April 25 & May 2 Saturdays 11am to 3pm May 6 & 13 Wednesdays 11am to 3pm To book a place contact [email protected] www.nordicwalkingforhealth.co.uk

43 FREE WEIGHT MANAGEMENT COURSES FOR EVERYBODY

Fun-filled, family-focussed sessions Lose weight and improve your fitness, A no-nonsense way for men to A 12-week weight management offering exciting activities and health and wellbeing in a supportive increase fitness, improve health course for women to create healthy practical healthy lifestyle advice for and fun group environment where and lose weight. habits to improve their health, fitness 5-15 year olds and their families. everyone’s welcome. & wellbeing.

Losing weight is easier with the An antenatal healthy lifestyle group A postnatal healthy lifestyle group to Personalised 1-2-1 weight management support of a friend. Particularly a furry, to support mums-to-be make healthy help you lose the baby weight whilst support over the phone. Your nutritionist four legged one. Bring your dog along habits throughout pregnancy. creating the best start for you and will arrange eight weekly catch-ups to help to this unique healthy lifestyles group. your little one. you make healthy changes.

TO FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK YOUR FREE SPACE Contact the Healthy Lifestyles Team on 01273 294589

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