The latest Get Active timetable from re:fresh.
Blackburn with Darwen’s RE:FRESH team is dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of people living and working in our Borough.
To try one of our community sessions you can just turn up and pay on the day where required. Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. Please note places on these sessions will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you would like any further information about these sessions please contact The Wellbeing Service on 01254 682037.
Sessions delivered in partnership with BwD Leisure require a booking and payment through their system. You can find this information in the timetable below.
Please see the timetable below for details of our sessions running from 1st October – 17th December 2021:
Monday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Baby Rhyme 9.45am – 10.30am | A fun and interactive session for babies, toddlers and their parents or carers. Suitable for babies and toddlers age 6 – 18 months. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | New Methodist Church, Bright St, Darwen, BB3 1QL | No session 11th October | |
Led Walk 10.30am start | These volunteer led walks which may involve hills,rough ground and stiles, set off from a variety of different locations and last between one hour and 90 minutes. | FREE | Various | Check out our walks page for more information. | |
Walking Workout 11.15am – 12pm | An easy paced health walk suitable for beginners including some low impact exercises along the way. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Pleasington Meet at the changing rooms | |
Biker Tots – Stage 1 12.45pm – 1.30pm | An introduction to balance bikes with fun games and balance activities. Suitable for children aged 2- 4 years. Children must be supervised on a maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Parents or carers must stay and supervise their children. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | New Methodist Church, Bright St, Darwen, BB3 1QL | No session 11th October | |
Chair Based Exercise 2pm – 2.45pm | A low level class to help improve strength and mobility. Suitable for beginners. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Central United Reformed Church, Duckworth Street, Darwen BB3 1AT | |
Relaxation for Pregnancy 5.45pm – 6.30pm | Gentle class to relax the body and the mind and connect with your growing baby. Focus on muscle connection and breathing techniques in preparation for labour and birth. Please bring your own mat and a bottle of water . This class is suitable from 12 weeks of pregnancy. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Accrington Road Community Centre, Accrington Road, Blackburn BB1 2AQ |
Tuesday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Body Conditioning with Weight Loss Support 9.15am – 10am | A low level workout designed to get your whole body moving, incorporates cardio and strength training designed to tone muscles and help with weight loss. Suitable for beginners. This session will end with some weight loss advice and the opportunity for a weekly weigh in. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Little Harwood Community Centre, Whalley Old Road, Blackburn, BB1 5PQ
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Buggy Buddies 9.45am – 10.30am | Slowly build strength and fitness levels after your baby whilst meeting other new mums. Suitable after your 6-8 week check or 12 week check after a c- section until baby is 18 months old. Babies must remain in their pram for the duration of the class. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Central United Reformed Church, Duckworth St, Darwen, BB3 1AT | |
Mini Movers 9.45am – 10.30am | Music and movement session for children aged 2 – 4 years. Indoor session. Children must be supervised by a parent or carer at all times at a maximum ratio of two children per adult. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD Leisure. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | Witton Park Arena, Witton Country Park, Preston Old Rd, BB2 2TP | ||
Cycle Back to Fitness 10am – 10.45am or 11am – 11.45am | A session for cyclists keen to get back on a bike again and ease their way into building up their fitness and cycling confidence in a controlled hazard free area away from general park users and traffic. Trikes also available. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD Leisure and booking is required. | £2 | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD BwD Leisure included in any BwD Leisure monthly or annual anytime/off peak membership | Witton Park Arena, Meet at the main entrance to the Arena, Blackburn, BB2 2TP | Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online at www.bwdleisure.com |
Light Exercise 10am – 11am | A light exercise to music class to support people become more active. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Wesley Hall, Blackburn BB2 1LQ | |
Strength and Balance – Standing 11.30am – 12.15pm | Work on keeping muscles strong and improve balance. Suitable for beginners. Resistance bands are available to purchase from your instructor. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Central United Reformed Church, Duckworth St, Darwen, BB3 1AT | |
Men’s Wellbeing Bike Ride 1pm – 2.30pm | A gentle guided bike ride from Witton Park along the canal and back. Get out and connect with others. Bikes and helmets available to use. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn BB2 2TP Meet at the Cycle Centre | |
Chair Based Exercise – Ladies Only 2.30pm – 3.15pm | A low level class to help improve strength and mobility. Suitable for beginners. This class is for ladies only. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Bangor Street Community Centre, Blackburn, BB1 6NZ | |
Relaxation for All 8pm – 8.30pm | A gentle class designed to help relax the body and mind. Take part from the comfort of your own home. | FREE | Online | To access: Meeting ID: 868 8704 3696 Passcode: 527742 |
Wednesday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Walking Workout 9.45am – 10.30am | An easy paced health walk suitable for beginners including some low impact exercises along the way. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Bold Venture Park, Belgrave Rd, Darwen BB3 2SF Meet at the park gates. | |
Baby Rhyme Time 9.45am – 10.30am | A fun and interactive session for babies, toddlers and their parents or carers. Suitable for babies and toddlers age 6 – 18 months. Baby Rhyme will take place for the first half of the session and then we will have chance for a drink and a chat. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given.
| Woodlands United Reformed Church, 457 Preston Old Rd, Cherry Tree, Blackburn BB2 5ND | ||
Pilates for Beginners 10am – 11am | An introduction to pilates, suitable for beginners. Please bring your own mat and a bottle of water. | FREE | Online | To access: Meeting ID: 853 9534 8049 Passcode: 097009 | |
Led Walk 10:30am start. | These volunteer led walks which may involve hills, rough ground and stiles, set off from a variety of different locations and last between one hour and 90 minutes. For more information and to book check out our Eventbrite page. | FREE | Various | Check out our walks page for the latest information. | |
Buggy Buddies 11.15am – 12pm | Slowly build strength and fitness levels after your baby whilst meeting other new mums. Suitable after your 6-8 week check or 12 week check after a c – section until baby is 18 months old. Babies must remain in their pram for the duration of the class. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Woodlands United Reformed Church, 457 Preston Old Rd, Cherry Tree, Blackburn BB2 5ND | |
Walking Workout 11.30am – 12.15pm | An easy paced health walk suitable for beginners including some low impact exercises along the way. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Pleasington Meet at the changing rooms | |
Strength and Balance – Seated 12.45pm – 1.30pm | Seated exercise to work on keeping muscles strong and improving balance. Suitable for beginners. Resistance bands are available to purchase from your instructor. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Woodlands United Reformed Church, Blackburn, BB2 5ND | |
Chair Based Exercise – Ladies Only 1pm – 1.45pm | A low level class to help improve strength and mobility. Suitable for beginners. This class is for ladies only. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Bangor Street Community Centre, Blackburn, BB1 6NZ | |
Strength and Balance – Standing 2pm – 2.45pm | A progression standing session to improve strength and balance. Suitable for beginners. Resistance bands are available to purchase from your instructor. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Woodlands United Reformed Church, 457 Preston Old Rd, Cherry Tree, Blackburn BB2 5ND | |
Legs, Bums & Bumps 5pm – 5.45pm | Strengthen the legs, bottom and core muscles to help your body to support your growing baby. Stay energised and strong throughout, in preparation for labour and birth. Suitable at any stage of pregnancy. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD Leisure and booking is required. | £2
| re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD BwD Leisure included in any BwD Leisure monthly or annual anytime/off peak membership | Witton Park Arena, Blackburn, BB2 2TP | Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online at www.bwdleisure.com |
Thursday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Walk and Explore 10am – 10.30am | Explore the nature of our wonderful park with this short walk and explore session. Suitable for children aged 2 to 4 years. | FREE | Whitehall Park, Darwen BB3 2NQ Meet at the side entrance to the park. | ||
Pilates for Beginners 10am – 11am | An introduction to pilates, suitable for beginners. Please bring your own mat and a bottle of water. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Wesley Hall Methodist Church, Feilden Street, Blackburn BB2 1LQ | |
Chair Based Adapted Yoga 11.15am – 12pm | Focus on strength, flexibility and breathing with this low level chair based session. Suitable for beginners. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Wesley Hall Methodist Church Blackburn BB2 1LQ | |
Biker Tots Trail – Stage 2 11.30am – 12.15pm | Progression from Biker Tots for children aged 2 – 4 years with a selection of balance bikes. Children must be supervised on a maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Parents or carers must stay and supervise their children. This outdoor session helps children get used to balancing on the bikes. Bikes and helmets will be provided. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | Queens Park, Queens Road, Blackburn BB1 1QF Meet at the side entrance to the park, Opposite Queens Park Close. | ||
Walking Workout 12.45pm – 1.30pm | An easy paced health walk suitable for beginners including some low impact exercises along the way. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Highfield Park, Lower entrance to the Pavilion building, Highfield Rd, BB2 3SL | Session starts 14th October |
Cycle Back to Fitness 1.15pm – 2pm | A session for cyclists keen to get back on a bike again and ease their way into building up their fitness and cycling confidence in a controlled hazard free area away from general park users and traffic. Trikes also available. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD Leisure and booking is required. | £2
| re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD BwD Leisure included in any BwD Leisure monthly or annual anytime/off peak membership | Witton Park Arena, Meet at the main entrance to the Arena, Blackburn, BB2 2TP | Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online at www.bwdleisure.com |
Walk and Chat 1.15pm – 2pm | This session is specifically for new mums and mums to be. Meet other expectant mums and mums with babies under 12 months, make friends and get some fresh air. | FREE | Corporation Park, East Park Road entrance, Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6AY | ||
Relaxation for Pregnancy 6pm – 6.45pm | Gentle class to relax the body and the mind and connect with your growing baby. Focus on muscle connection and breathing techniques in preparation for labour and birth. Please bring your own mat and a bottle of water . This class is suitable from 12 weeks of pregnancy. | FREE | Online | To access: https://bit.ly/2IdNuxb Meeting ID: 847 8932 9393 Passcode: 254021 |
Friday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Biker Tots Trail – Stage 2 9.45am – 10.30am | Progression from Biker Tots for children aged 2 – 4 years with a selection of balance bikes. Children must be supervised on a maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Parents or carers must stay and supervise their children. Ideal for children who have been practising their balance in the Biker Tots session and are now ready to venture a little further on the paths around the park. Bikes and helmets will be provided. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn BB2 2TP Meet at the Pavilion. | ||
Pedal Round the Park 10am – 10.45am or 11am – 11.45am | A progression from our Track session; this guided ride follows the mile loop around the park and is designed for those who feel comfortable cycling but not quite ready to venture outside the park. All equipment will be provided. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn BB2 2TP Meet at the Cycle Centre. | |
Led Walk 10.30am start | These volunteer led walks which may involve hills,rough ground and stiles, set off from a variety of different locations and last between one hour and 90 minutes. For more information and to book check out our Eventbrite page. | FREE | Various | Check out our walks page for the latest information. | |
Biker Tots – Stage 1 10.45am – 11.30am | An introduction to balance bikes with fun games and balance activities. Suitable for children aged 2- 4 years. Children must be supervised on a maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Parents or carers must stay and supervise their children. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD. | 50p Please bring correct cash as no change can be given. | Witton Park Arena, Blackburn, BB2 2TP | ||
Walk and Explore 11.45am – 12.15pm | Explore the nature of our wonderful park with this short walk and explore session. Suitable for childern aged 2 to 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. | FREE | Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn BB2 2TP Meet at the Pavilion. | ||
Pram Push Pilates 12.15pm – 1pm | Pram push pilates offers a safe and effective way to strengthen, realign and work on the core and pelvic floor muscles after having a baby. Bring baby along and meet other new mum’s. Suitable for new mums with baby after 6-8 week check normal delivery and 12 weeks after a C-section. This session is delivered in partnership with BwD. | £2 | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD BwD Leisure included in any BwD Leisure monthly or annual anytime/off peak membership | Witton Park Arena, Meet at the indoor track, Blackburn, BB2 2TP | Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online at www.bwdleisure.com |
Strength and Balance – Standing 1pm – 1.45pm | A progression standing session to improve strength and balance. Suitable for beginners. Resistance bands are available to purchase from your instructor. | £2 Please bring correct cash as no change can be given.
| re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD
| Darwen Methodist Church @ Spring Vale, Watery Ln, Darwen BB3 2ET |