Adult activities

Feel better, move more, stay connected

Our Activation activities are designed to help you stay active, improve your health and meet others in a relaxed, supportive environment. 

Sessions are suitable for a wide range of abilities, including those managing long-term health conditions or returning to activity after a break. 


Activities include: 

  • Gentle fitness sessions  
  • Chair-based exercise  
  • Walking based sessions and health walks  
  • Yoga and stretching sessions  
  • Social activity sessions  

Most sessions are: 

  • Pay-as-you-go  
  • Low cost (typically £2.50–£3)  
  • No need to book — just turn up  

If you’ve been referred by a health professional, you may be eligible for free sessions to get started. 

Take the first step – come along and give it a try. 

Staying active doesn’t have to mean intense workouts or high expense. Across Lichfield District, we offer a range of friendly, low-cost wellbeing activities designed to help you move more, feel better, and meet others in your community. 


These sessions are: 

  • Low-cost (from £2.50) or free  
  • Suitable for beginners and all abilities  
  • Friendly and welcoming – no experience needed  
  • Drop-in – no booking required (unless stated)  

Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, boost your wellbeing, or simply get out and about, there’s something here for you. 

Activation Activity Timetable

Day  Time  Activity  Venue  Price  Description 
Monday  10:00–11:00  Tai Chi (Painting the Rainbow)  1st Lichfield (St Chads) Scout Hut, The Leasowe, Lichfield, WS13 7HD £3  Gentle, flowing movements to improve balance, flexibility and relaxation 
  12:00–2:15pm  Active Mondays (Adult Disability Session)  Lichfield Leisure Centre, Lichfield  £5  Inclusive sports session followed by swimming 
  1:00–2:30pm  Pickleball (Beginner/Moderate)  Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood  £3  Fun, social racket sport combining tennis, badminton & table tennis 
  2:30–4:00pm  Pickleball (Moderate/Advanced)  Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood  £3  Continue building skills in a relaxed, social environment 
7.30-8.30pm Weekly online and fortnightly in person sessions Meditation and Relaxation Hammerwich WI Hall, 95 Burntwood Road, Hammerwich, Burntwood, WS7 0JL £3 Help improve wellbeing through meditation and relaxation techniques. In person sessions: 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec. Online Link: https://momence.com/u/revive-staffordshire-0MF62a
Tuesday  10:00 - 11:00am  Gentle Fit  1st Chase Terrace Scout Hut, 99 Ironstone Rd, Chase Terrace, Burntwood WS7 1LL £3  Low-impact cardio and strength exercises to music 
  9:30–10:30am  Nordic Walking  Meet at Bunkers Hill Car Park, Beacon Park, Lichfield  £3  Guided walk using poles for a full-body workout 
  10:15–11:00am  Walking in Water  Lichfield Leisure Centre, Lichfield  £3  Exercise in the swimming pool using walking and movement-based activities that help improve fitness while reducing pressure on your joints.
  11:30–12:30pm  Tai Chi (Painting the Rainbow)  St Johns Community Church Hall, High Street Burntwood, WS7 1LR £3  Gentle, flowing movements to improve balance, flexibility and relaxation.
13:00-12:30 Walking Football Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Enjoy the fun of football at a walking pace, making it easier for people of all abilities to take part.
  2:00–3:00pm  Chair Yoga  Lichfield Leisure Centre, Lichfield  £3  Seated yoga to improve strength, mobility and flexibility 
Wednesday 9:30-11:00 Walking Netball Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood  £4 Play a slower-paced version of netball while improving fitness and coordination.
10:00 meet Dawdle & Do Meet at Greenhough Rd Car Park, Beacon Park, Lichfield  Free Enjoy a short, easy walk followed by a creative craft activity in a friendly and welcoming space.
Thursday 11:30-12:30 Chair Yoga The Old Mining College, Queen Street, Chasetown, Burntwood WS7 4QH £3 Seated yoga to improve strength, mobility and flexibility
12:00-13:00 Walking Football (65+) Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Enjoy the fun of football at a walking pace, making it easier for people of all abilities to take part.
13:00-14:00 Women's Walking Football Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 A women-only walking football session where you can enjoy the game and improve fitness.
18:00-19:00 Women's Wellbeing Yoga King Edwards Sport Centre, Lichfield £3 A women-only yoga class that combines gentle stretches, movement and relaxation techniques to support physical and mental wellbeing.
19:30-20:30 Women's Wellbeing Yoga The Old Mining College, Queen Street, Chasetown, Burntwood WS7 4QH £3 A women-only yoga class that combines gentle stretches, movement and relaxation techniques to support physical and mental wellbeing.
Friday 10:00-11:30 Padel Tennis Padel Courts, Beacon Park, Lichfield £3 NEW SESSION COMING 6TH NOV. Never played Padel before? This is the perfect place to get an introduction to the game, learn some basic skills and have a friendly match.
12:45-13:30 Walking in Water (session 1) Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Exercise in the swimming pool using walking and movement-based activities that help improve fitness while reducing pressure on your joints.
13:00-14:00 Walking Football Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Enjoy the fun of football at a walking pace, making it easier for people of all abilities to take part.
13:00-15:15 Active Fridays (Sports & swim) Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £5 Inclusive sports session followed by swimming
13:30-14:15 Walking in Water (Session 2) Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Exercise in the swimming pool using walking and movement-based activities that help improve fitness while reducing pressure on your joints.
18:00-19:00 No Strings Badminton Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood £3 Exercise in the swimming pool using walking and movement-based activities that help improve fitness while reducing pressure on your joints.

 

New to activity? 

You’re not alone. Many people coming along are trying something new or returning to activity after a break. 

Our sessions are designed to be: 

  • Supportive and inclusive  
  • At a pace that works for you  
  • A great way to build confidence  

Just turn up, say hello, and give it a go. 


Where do sessions take place? 

Activities run across: 

  • Lichfield (Beacon Park, Lichfield Leisure Centre, community venues)  
  • Burntwood (Burntwood Leisure Centre, community venues, parks and open spaces)  

First time? 

If it’s your first time coming along, you can expect a friendly and relaxed welcome. 

  • You don’t need any experience or special equipment  
  • Just wear comfortable clothes and trainers  
  • You can come on your own or with a friend  
  • Coaches and leaders will introduce themselves and help you settle in 
  • A consent form will need to be completed, which can be done at your first session. 

If you feel nervous, that’s completely normal – many people attending are trying something new too. 

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