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01254 682037
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We are dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of people living and working in Blackburn with Darwen.
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.
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.
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.
Archery is good for balance, hand eye co-ordination and upper body strength. The rules of archery keep it safe. Refresh have a qualified instructor and trained volunteers to help or advise you. All equipment is provided.
Leisure Card needed for refresh membership.
Carers free of charge.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Low impact session in water. Feel more energised, improve general wellbeing and help your body to prepare for labour and birth. Suitable for all stages of pregnancy and after 6-8 week check (12 weeks after C section)
Book using the ‘BwD Leisure’ app or online at www.bwdleisure.com
Leisure Card needed for refresh membership.
Develop your hand eye co-ordination and team spirit. This session is fun and for all abilities.
Leisure Card needed with refresh membership
Carers free of charge
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.
Meet near the Peregrine Falcon
Join us for a cycle ride around the outdoor track! 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.
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,
Develop your hand eye co-ordination and team spirit. This session is fun and for all abilities.
Leisure Card needed for refresh membership
Carers free of charge
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.
Session starts:
18th April
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.
An easy paced health walk around the park with plenty of rest points along the way. Suitable for beginners.
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.
Gym exercise is great to get in shape. It can get your heart pumping, build muscle and increase your metabolism.
Leisure Card needed.
Carers free of charge.
Dancing can reduce stress, tension and make you feel good. The routines also aid memory and co-ordination, plus it’s great fun.
Leisure Card needed.
Carers free of charge.
Football improves fitness and being part of a team can be lots of fun. It gives your heart and muscles a good workout.
Leisure Card needed.
Carers free of charge.