Exercise classes for adults and children: Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, dance, bowls and more.

The Abbey Centre helps people become more active, fit and healthy. Our fun exercise classes range from easier levels for beginners to more challenging classes.

Classes for adults 

See our Activities Programme for class schedule.

Tai Chi for Beginners: The perfect way to start getting more fit, limber and healthy.

Tai Chi, Intermediate to Advanced: Meet new friends as you get fit and healthy.

Shen Chi Do: A unique martial art suitable for all ages and abilities. 

Doina : Dance sessions from Eastern Europe. 

Fitness for Women: Exercise class suitable for mixed abilities.

Healthy eating: Advice and healthy cooking classes from A Moveable Feast.

Classes for older people

See our Activities Programme for class schedule.

Easy Pace Fitness: Gentle exercise class designed for people over 50, including mobility and flexibility.

Tai Chi: Promotes physical and mental harmony and develops Chi, the body’s natural energy. 

Yoga: Using your body and your mind to feel more at peace. Suitable for all abilities.

Movement & Exercise: A gentle class suitable for those with back, knee, joint or mobility problems. 

Pilates-style class: Building a strong core, improving control and posture. Suitable for all abilities. 

Ballroom dancing: A gentle class led by choreographer Anessa Duncan. Beginners welcome.

Latin/Salsa Dance: Latin-type dancing with dancer and choerographer Rafal Lautenbach. Suitable for all .

Indoor bowls (short mat): Games followed by tea, coffee and biscuits in the cafe.

Classes for children

See our Activities Programme for class schedule.

Children's Yoga: Fun, creative classes for children from two years old with parents or carers.