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We are dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of people living and working in our Borough.

There is no need to book for any of our community sessions… JUST TURN UP!

Registration on arrival required. Places on these sessions will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis.

If you would like any further information about these sessions please contact The Wellbeing Service on 01254 682037.

Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online here Leisure Card needed for refresh membership.

MOVE MORE FOR LESS

The Council has invested in a 12 month programme of discounted leisure sessions across the Borough. This includes a variety of gym-based, swimming and cycling sessions at a low cost and suitable for all. Check out the timetable below to see which sessions are included in our offer.

Key

Green – Sessions aimed at beginners or those returning to exercise after some time.
Purple – Ante and post natal sessions aimed at new mums and mums to be.
Yellow – Learning through play sessions aimed at children aged 4 and under.
Orange – Sessions aimed at people (16+) with a Learning Disability and Autism.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

Brew and Chat

10am - 10.45am
FREE
Darwen Family Hub, Lord St, BB3 0HD

Join the team for a brew and meet other mums and mums to be. Suitable for babies 0-12 months. Maximum 2 children to 1 adult.

Up to 1 sibling welcome.

Discount Available

Learning Disability Ball Games

10:30am - 11.30am
£1
Witton Park Arena, Preston Old Road, Blackburn, BB2 2TP

This is a fun and energetic session which promotes movement and hand-eye coordination. This will include a range of sports activities, suitable for all abilities.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

 

 

Led Walk

10:30am start
FREE
Various

These volunteer led walks which may involve hills, rough ground and stiles. Set off from a variety of different locations. Walks last between 1 hour and 90 minutes.

Baby Movers

10.45am - 11.30am
50p
Darwen Family Hub, Lord St, BB3 0HD

A noisy and interactive session for babies, toddlers and their parents or carers. Move, touch, feel and listen through this fun session. Suitable for babies and toddlers aged 0 – 18 months. Please bring a mat and a few blankets for baby.

Discount Available

Gentle Exercise for New Mums

11.45am - 12:30pm
£2
Darwen Family Hub, Lord St, BB3 0HD

Low level exercise for new mums. Bond with baby and rebuild tummy, back and core muscles. Suitable from after 6-8 weeks check, 12 weeks C-section. Up to 1 sibling welcome.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Pregnancy Gentle Exercise

5:30pm - 6:15pm
£1
Blackburn Birth Centre, Park Lee Road, Blackburn, BB2 3NY

Low level exercise session to adapt to each stage of pregnancy. Stay strong in preparation for labour and birth. Suitable from 12 weeks of pregnancy.

Discount Available

Cycle Back to Fitness

10am - 10:45am
£1
Active Outdoors Hub (next to the Pavilion Café) Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

Refresh your cycling by starting out in the safe space of the Witton Park Athletics Track. Our Health & Wellbeing Instructors will help you build confidence and increase your skills. Trikes and adapted bikes available.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Book your place on the BwDLeisure App or call the Leisure Hub on 01254 585555

Learning Disability & Autism Sensory Walk

10:30am - 11:15am
FREE
Outside Witton Park Arena, Blackburn, BB2 2TP

Come along for a wheelchair friendly walk around Witton Park. Explore the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of nature on this welcoming, social and sensory walk. Meet outside the Arena.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Carers attend free of charge.

Cycle Back to Fitness

12:30pm - 1:15pm
£1
Active Outdoors Hub (next to the Pavilion Café) Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

Refresh your cycling by starting out in the safe space of the Witton Park Athletics Track. Our Health & Wellbeing Instructors will help you build confidence and increase your skills. Trikes and adapted bikes available.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Book your place on the BwDLeisure App or call the Leisure Hub on 01254 585555

Learning Disability Swimming

1:30pm - 2:30pm
£1
Blackburn Sports & Leisure Centre, Feilden St, Blackburn, BB2 1LQ

Give the whole body a workout and is low impact on your joints. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced swimmer our session will be ideal for you.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Learning Disability Adaptive Cycling

1:30pm - 3pm
£2
Active Outdoors Hub, Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

Join us for a cycle ride around the park! With a range of specialised bikes available for all abilities, our low impact cycling sessions are a great way for you to get in shape.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

More Than A Walk

10am - 10:45am
£1
Sunnyhurst Woods, Disabled Entrance, Darwen, BB3 1JA

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.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Learning Disability Multi Sports Session

10.30am - 11:30am
£1
Darwen Leisure Centre, The Green, Darwen, BB3 1PW

Develop your hand eye co-ordination and team spirit. This session is fun and for all abilities.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Leisure Card needed with refresh membership

Carers free of charge

Darwen Heritage Health Walk

11am - 11:45am
FREE
Darwen Market Square, Darwen, BB3 1JA

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.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Meet near the Peregrine Falcon

Pregnancy Pilates

8pm - 8:45pm
FREE
Blackburn Sports & Leisure Centre, Feilden St, Blackburn, BB2 1LQ

Strengthen important muscles that will help to avoid problems with body functions that occur during pregnancy and after delivery. A great way to ensure that you are maintaining good posture to support your growing baby- Suitable from 12 weeks of pregnancy,

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Learning Disability Multi Sports Session

10am - 11:30am
£1
Witton Park Arena, Preston Old Rd, Blackburn, BB2 2TP

Develop your hand eye co-ordination and team spirit. This session is fun and for all abilities.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Leisure Card needed for refresh membership

Carers free of charge

Biker Tots

10:30am - 11:30am
£1
Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

A fun cycling session for pre-school children aimed at improving balancing and riding skills. Balance bikes and helmets provided. 50p per child with a Leisure Card.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Pedal Round the Park

12:30pm - 1:30pm
£1
Active Outdoors Hub, Witton Park, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

A guided cycle around the park. All equipment will be provided.

Discount Available
refreshBwD reduced to £1 for adults who live, work, have a GP or are in full time education in BwD

Witton Park Walk

2pm - 3pm
FREE
Witton Park, outside the Arena, Blackburn, BB2 5LE

An easy paced health walk around the park with plenty of rest points along the way. Suitable for beginners.

Led Walk

10:30am start
FREE
Various

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.

Learning Disability Dancing

10:30am - 11:30am
£2
Audley Sports Centre, Chester St, Blackburn, BB1 1DW

Dancing can reduce stress, tension and make you feel good. The routines also aid memory and co-ordination, plus it’s great fun.

Discount Available

Leisure Card needed.

Carers free of charge.

Learning Disability Football

11:30am - 12pm
£2
Audley Sports Centre, Chester St, Blackburn, BB1 1DW

Football improves fitness and being part of a team can be lots of fun. It gives your heart and muscles a good workout.

Discount Available