Active Ageing Activities

Discover a range of activities designed for adults aged 55+ or those seeking lower-impact exercise opportunities. With exercise classes and walking sports, we provide a supportive environment to help you stay active and healthy whilst building connections.


WV Active Sessions

60+ Multi-sport Sessions

60+ Multi-sport Sessions

WV Active leisure centres run morning and afternoon activity sessions specifically aimed at people over the age of 60. If you love Badminton, Short Tennis, Bowls and Table Tennis, come along to our turn up and play sessions and enjoy a game with like-minded people.

This will be a first come first serve basis, so just come along in the appropriate clothing and pay for a ticket at reception. Please note there is no coach at these sessions.

Customers are now able to pre-book the session, 8 days in advance. Our bookings cancellation procedure will still apply whereby if a person wishes to cancel their pre-booked activity they will not receive a refund, however if they give us 24+ hours' notice they have the ability to move their booking once.

Any cancellations under 24 hours bookings cannot be moved and there will be no refund. It is still possible to book in the centre or over the phone and on the day.

Dates/Times:
Racket Sports – Available every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am – 12pm
Bowls – Available every Thursday and Friday 10am – 12pm
Home Straight Gym – Available every Thursday 9:30am – 11am


Price: £3.50


Available at:
Aldersley

Dates/Times:
Available every Tuesday at 10am-11am in half the sports hall at Bilston-Bert Williams
Available every Thursday at 4pm-5pm in the whole sports hall at Bilston-Bert Williams


Price: £3.50

Racket sports only.


Available at:
Bilston - Bert Williams

Dates/Times:
Active 60+ - Available every Wednesday 10:30am – 11am


Price: £3.50


Available at:
Central

For further information please call 01902 551010.


Active 60+

Active 60+ - Group exercise class

A gentle exercise class specifically aimed at over 60s, this session uses a selection of exercises to build on your strength, flexibility, and mobility so you can continue to do the things you love


Date and Time:
Every Wednesday: 10:30am - 11am

Price:
£3.50 per class

For further information please call 01902 551010.


Available at:
WV Active Central


60+ Home Straight Gym

60+ Home Straight Gym


Date and Time:
Every Thursday: 9:30am - 11am

Price:
£3.50 per class

For further information please call 01902 551010.


Available at:
WV Active Aldersley


Grandparents and Tots sessions

Grandparents and Tots sessions

Looking after your grandchildren this morning and want to do something fun and interactive that you can both join in with?

Join our stay and play sessions for grandparents and pre-schoolers to play together and laugh together. Activities will vary each week but there will always be a focus on fun, building bonds and developing physical, social, and functional skills.

These sessions are not structured and encourage free play in a no-pressure environment. However, the session supervisor will be on-hand to offer play ideas should you need them.

Important: Children must be supervised by their guardian at all times.


Date and Time:
Every Tuesday: 10am - 11am

Price:
£3 Free for Yo! Active members

For further information please call 01902 551010.


Available at:
WV Active Bilston-Bert Williams


Bob Jones Community Hub

Sessions & Gym

Price:
This centre does not offer membership options but instead offers ‘Fitness Credits’.

Fitness Credits

Single session/credit

£3 or £2.50 concession

 

4 sessions

£10.00

£2.50 per use

7 sessions

£16.00

£2.29 per use

12 sessions

£25.00

£2.08 per use

20 sessions

£34.00

£1.70 per use

50 sessions

£70.00

£1.40 per use

100 sessions

£110.00

£1.10 per use

150 sessions

£135.00

£0.90 per use

Bob Jones Sessions & Gym

Genesis Studio (Easyline Equipment), Toning Suite, and Kinesis Suite (main gym). Last admission is half an hour before closing.


Date and Time:
Monday: 9am – 5pm
Tuesday: 9am – 9:30pm
Wednesday: 9am – 9:30pm
Thursday: 9am – 9:30pm (Ladies only 12pm – 4pm)
Friday: 9am – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – 1pm
Sunday: Closed

WV Active memberships cannot be used at Bob Jones Community Hub

Contact:
Call: 01902 555460
Email: bobjones.communityhub@wolverhmapton.gov.uk


Strength & Balance

Strength and Balance Class at Bob Jones

Are you ready to take control of your health and confidence? Join our Strength and Balance class that is designed for individuals of all fitness levels and abilities! This supportive, inclusive exercise class focuses on building muscle strength, improving balance and coordination, enhancing overall stability—key elements in falls prevention. Whether you’re standing or seated, our qualified instructor will guide you through movements that help manage symptoms of health conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, and high blood pressure.


Date and Time:
Every Wednesday: 10:30am - 11:15am

Price:
£3 per class

Contact:
Call: 01902 555460 Email: Jessica.savage2@wolverhampton.gov.uk


Community Centre Activities

WV Active

Walking Hockey & Chat

Walking Hockey & Chat

By Wolverhampton & Tettenhall Hockey Club


Date and Time:
Every Wednesday: 11am – 12pm followed by a Costa and a chat

Price:
£3 per session (first session free, includes a costa afterwards)

Contact:
Email: Tim Lorimer tim.a.lorimer@gmail.com


Available at:
WV Active Aldersley


Back to Hockey

Back to Hockey

By Wolverhampton & Tettenhall Hockey Club. Initially starting as a session for senior players, it is now open for anyone of any age who is new to hockey or is wanting to return after some time away from the sport. The sessions are held between September and run until the summer school holidays in July.


Date and Time:
Every Monday: 7pm – 8pm

Price:
£3 per session (first 3 sessions free)

Contact:
Email: Tim Lorimer tim.a.lorimer@gmail.com


Available at:
WV Active Aldersley


Walking Netball

Walking Netball

By Netball England. Walking Netball is a friendly and inclusive programme, allowing women the opportunity to find their place in the sport. It's netball, but at a walking pace where the rules are slightly tweaked! Walking Netball has been designed so that anyone can play, regardless of age or fitness level. Ideal activity for rehabilitation and return to sport following injury. Walking Netball is an amazing community that is full of life and laughter!


Date and Time:
Every Wednesday: 10am - 11am

Price:
£5 per session

Contact:
Email: Charlotte.Follos@englandnetball.co.uk


Available at:
WV Active Aldersley


The Hub at Ashmore Park

Easy Circuit Gym

Easy Circuit Gym (Easyline plus other equipment)

These sessions are delivered by a fully qualified instructor, who is always on hand for additional support, and are ideal for anyone who does not like or cannot manage attending your usual gym environment. The aim of the sessions is to maintain and/or develop balance, strength and independence as we age. Massage chairs are also available and included in the price to aid recovery and rehabilitation.


Date and Time:
Tuesdays: 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm (GP referral only), 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm
Wednesdays: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm
Fridays: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm
Saturdays: 10am

Price:
£4 per session, no membership required

Contact:
Call: Julianne Moroz: 07745 654419
Email: juliannesfitnessforall@gmail.com


Indoor Bowls

Indoor Bowls (Seasonal)

Bowl indoors during the winter at The Hub whilst having fun and socialising!


Date and Time:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12pm – 3pm

Price:
£2 per session

Contact:
Call: Ron: 07908 226991


Wednesfield Community Centre

Simply Aerobic Allsorts – Dance Fitness class

Simply Aerobic Allsorts – Dance Fitness class

A fun and inclusive dance fitness class lead by a fully qualified instructor, including a warmup and full stretch down. Dance to hits from all decades at a level that suits you.


Date and Time:
Monday: 9:45am and 7:30pm
Thursday: 9:45am and 5:30pm

Price:
FREE

Contact:
Call: Julianne Moroz: 07745 654419
Email: juliannesfitnessforall@gmail.com


Eastfield Community Centre

Yoga

Yoga

Come along today to increase your flexibility and strength and improve your posture and balance. Open to all ages and abilities.


Date and Time:
Every Sunday: 3:15pm – 4:15pm

Price:
FREE (10 November 2024 – 9 February 2025)

Contact:
Call: 01902 552295
Email: debsahota@hotmail.co.uk