The latest Beginner Session Timetable
Please see the timetable below for details of our sessions aimed at beginners or those returning to exercise after some time.
Monday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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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 Active Outdoors programme for more information. |
Tuesday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Cycle Back to Fitness 10am – 10.45am | An opportunity to cycle on the athletics track in a controlled hazard free area away from general park users and traffic. Build up your fitness and cycling confidence at your own pace. All equipment provided and trikes available for those who need that extra stability. Please book a space via the BwD Leisure app. | £2 | MOVE MORE FOR LESS | Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE Meet at the Active Outdoors Hub next to the Pavilion. | NO SESSION 29 August |
Keep Active 10am – 11am | This fun and functional light exercise to music class incorporates balance, strength and resistance elements to keep you stronger for longer and maintain your independence as you age. Our team will give you the confidence and equip you with resources to practice the exercises at home | £2 | 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 | |
Pedal Round the Park 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 are not quite ready to venture outside the park. All equipment will be provided. | £2 | MOVE MORE FOR LESS | Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE Meet at the Active Outdoors Hub next to the Pavilion. | NO SESSION 29 August |
Wednesday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Walking Workout 9.45am – 10.30am | Join us for a low-level walk in the great outdoors. Feel stronger and more energised as you challenge your balance and improve your strength with simple exercises to work your tummy muscles, lower back, and legs. | £2 | re:freshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD | Sunnyhurst Woods, Darwen, BB3 1JA Meet at the Disabled Entrance on Earnsdale Rd. | |
Darwen Heritage Health Walk 11am – 11.45am | The walk will take in some of the stunning architecture, blue plaques and famous faces of the past Darwen has to offer with the walk finishing off at the Heritage Centre. | FREE | Darwen Market Square, Darwen, BB3 1JA Meet near the Peregrine Falcon |
Thursday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Cycle Back to Fitness 1pm – 2pm | An opportunity to cycle on the athletics track in a controlled hazard free area away from general park users and traffic. Build up your fitness and cycling confidence at your own pace. All equipment provided and trikes available for those who need that extra stability. Please book a space via the BwD Leisure app. | £2 | MOVE MORE FOR LESS | Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE Meet at the Active Outdoors Hub next to the Pavilion | |
Witton Park Walk 2pm – 3pm | An easy paced health walk around the park with plenty of rest points along the way. Suitable for beginners. | FREE | Witton Park Arena, Blackburn, BB2 5LE Meet outside the Arena |
Friday
Session/Time | Description | £ | Discount Available | Location | Further Information |
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Led Walks 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 Active Outdoors Programme for the latest information. |