Exercise is the miracle cure we've always had, but for too long we've neglected to take our recommended dose.
All the activities we run in the Health Improvement Service are at a low level, and support people to take the first steps to get more active. There is a whole range of different activities for people to join, and we’ll help you to find something that suits you.
Remember – it’s never too late to start getting more active. Any activity is better than none, and more is better still!
People who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing many long-term (chronic) conditions, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and some cancers. Research shows that physical activity can also boost self-esteem, mood, sleep quality and energy, as well as reducing your risk of stress, depression, and dementia.
To stay healthy, the UK Chief Medical Officers' Physical Activity Guidelines, on GOV.UK, state that adults should try to be active every day and aim to do at least 150 minutes of physical activity over a week, through a variety of activities, including aerobic activity such as brisk walking, and muscle strengthening activities.
Our physical activity sessions are for anyone who lives or works in Salford. You must be aged 18+ to book onto a session. Children can be brought to sessions where stated.
Our physical activity sessions take place across Salford, in every neighbourhood, at a location or venue near you.
Take a look below – we’re confident there is an activity just waiting for you to get started with!
We’ve broken our physical activity sessions down into sections below. To book on to any session, you can do any of the below three options:
If you would like to discuss anything before booking, or for further information on any of our physical activity sessions, call us free on 0800 952 1000 (option two), Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
You can also follow our Facebook page or Twitter account for lots of handy hints and tips.
Quick links to activities:
A social support group with board games and indoor kurling. For social engagement and fitness rolled into one.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Tuesday |
10.30am to 12pm |
Claremont, Weaste and Seedley John Atkinson Court, Off Tootal Drive, Weaste, Salford M5 5EG |
Ongoing - begins 18 April |
Low impact exercise. Friendly tuition and all equipment provided. Meet new people, have a brew and a chat. |
Friday |
10am to 11.30am |
Claremont, Weaste and Seedley Elmwood Church, Eccles Old Road, Salford, M6 8AG |
Ongoing - begins 21 April |
Enjoy a session of Kurling. Come along, have a brew and a chat, meet some of the residents, join in for fun and other social activities. |
Friday |
12.30pm to 1.30pm |
Eccles Westwood Park Community Centre, Grassmere Crescent, Winton, M30 8DN |
Every Friday - ongoing |
Kurling. Gentle fun activity for all abilities. |
Social walk around the surrounding areas at a leisurely pace. Aims to address physical, emotional, health and mental wellbeing. Please wear suitable footwear and bring some water.
Walking is one of the easiest ways to get moving and stay healthy, this group also provides the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people and learn more about leading a healthy lifestyle.
Or call 0800 952 1000 (option two)
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Monday | 9.30am to 11am |
East Love Community Cafe, Littleton Road, M6 6EP |
Every Monday - ongoing | Join us for a leisurely walk to meet new people and ease your way back into exercise! |
Tuesday | 10am to 11am |
Claremont Light Oaks Park, M6 7GN, meet up at kiosk |
Every Tuesday - ongoing. Begins 11 April. | A leisurely walk around the park. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a bottle of water. |
Tuesday | 12pm to 2pm |
East Sacred Trinity Church, Chapel Street, M3 7WQ |
Every Tuesday - ongoing |
Health and History walk A social gentle walking group. Exploring the history and development around the Chapel Street / Greengate area. |
Tuesday | 1.30pm to 3pm |
Little Hulton/ Walkden Peel Park, M38 0BU |
Every Tuesday - ongoing | Gentle walk for all abilities that will help you to improve your fitness and lose weight. |
Wednesday | 10.30am to 12pm |
Ordsall Ordsall Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Robert Hall Street, M5 3LT |
Every Wednesday - ongoing from 12 April |
Women only A lovely, leisurely, scenic Castlefield’s walks along the canal. Please wear suitable footwear. |
Thursday | 10.30am to 11.30am |
Eccles Meet in Dukes Drive Car Park, Monton Green, M30 8AP |
Every Thursday - ongoing | A leisurely walk around local greenspace. Please wear suitable shoes. |
Thursday | 1.30pm to 3pm |
Little Hulton / Walkden Parr Fold Park M28 7DU |
Every Thursday - ongoing | A walk for the more accomplished walker. Please wear suitable footwear and bring water. |
Friday | 10am to 12pm |
Irlam Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre, Liverpool Road, Irlam. M44 5BR |
Every Friday - ongoing | A leisurely walk around the park. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a bottle of water. No booking required just come along. |
Saturday | 1pm to 2pm |
Claremont Clifton Country Park visitors centre, Clifton House Road, Swinton, M27 6NG |
Every Saturday - ongoing | A leisurely walk around the park. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a bottle of water. No booking required just come along. |
Gentle gym exercises on outdoor equipment. Wear suitable clothing and bring a bottle of water.
Book your outdoor gym place now
Or you can book your place by calling 0800 952 1000 and selecting option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Tuesday |
10.45am to 11.30am |
Swinton The Hive, Victoria Park, 184 Manchester Road, Swinton M27 4FA |
Weekly from 4 April 2023 to 12 September 2023 |
Walk followed by a gentle exercise circuit incorporating the outdoor gym equipment. Suitable for beginners. |
Tuesday |
2pm to 3pm |
Ordsall Holm Court M6 5FN |
Every Tuesday - ongoing from 4 April |
Exercises using the outdoor gym equipment. |
Come and join fellow mums for a social walk with your child. Designed to support and help get you back into light exercise, while enjoying some fresh air and the sights and sounds of nature.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Wednesday |
9.30am to 10.30am |
Claremont, Weaste and Seedley Light Oaks Park, M67GN. |
Ongoing /term time only begins 19 April |
Enjoy a family walk around the park with your little ones. Take in the fresh air and meet and chat with other families on the walk. |
Wednesday |
10.30am to 11.30am |
Worsley Meet at Beesley Green Community Centre Car Park, Greenleach Lane, Worsley M28 2QW |
Every Wednesday - ongoing from 25 January 2023 |
A leisurely buggy walk around local greenspace. Please wear suitable shoes. |
Have a go at tennis in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginner’s welcome.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Friday |
1pm to 3pm |
Eccles Winton Bowling and Tennis social club, Brookside, Grange Road, Winton, M30 8JW |
Every Friday - ongoing |
Have a go at tennis. Beginner’s welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a drink. |
Gentle, fun and enjoyable way to exercise from the comfort of your chair. Everyone welcome and suitable for all abilities.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Tuesday |
1pm to 2pm |
Eccles
Eccles Gateway, 28 Barton Lane, M30 0TU |
Every Tuesday - ongoing |
Chair-based exercises |
Wednesday |
2pm to 3pm |
Ordsall Lombardy Court M6 5HP |
Every Wednesday from 28 June to 26 July |
Seated gentle exercises along with relaxation |
Do you want to have fun while getting fit and working towards a goal? In this beginners running group an instructor will guide you through the NHS Couch to 5k programme, supporting you every step of the way to gradually build your running time and distance up each week. Doing this as part of a group will make it fun an add the accountability and support from others who are at the same starting point.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Tuesday |
10am to 11am |
Little Hulton / Walkden Parr Fold Park, M28 7DU |
Every Tuesday from 18 April for ten weeks |
Running plan for absolute beginners. |
Come and join the Health Improvement Team, cycling your way to fitness. No matter your ability or skills on a bike, we are here to help you and have sessions suitable for beginners and those returning to cycling.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Monday |
10am to 12pm |
Little Hulton and Walkden Blackleach Country Park, John Street, M28 3TD |
Every Monday - ongoing |
Come along and enjoy cycling your way to fitness. Bikes and helmets can be provided. |
Monday |
11am to 12pm |
Claremont, Weaste and Seedley Buile Hill Park (meeting point pavillion), Seedley Road entrance M6 8GL |
Begins 24 April (excluding bank holiday Monday) |
Come along and enjoy cycling your. way to fitness. Bikes and helmets can be provided |
Tuesday |
3.15pm to 4.15pm |
East The Friars Primary School, Cannon Street, M3 7EU |
Starts 25 April, then 9 May, 23 May, 6 June and 20 June. |
Come and join the Health Improvement Team, cycling your way to fitness. No matter your ability or skills on a bike, we are here to help you. |
Thursday |
9.30am to 11.30am |
East Meet at Spiritan Church, Northallerton Road M7 3TP
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Every Thursday from 23 March - ongoing |
Come and join the Health Improvement Team, cycling your way to fitness. No matter your ability or skills on a bike, we are here to help you. |
Friday |
10am to 12pm |
Eccles
Cleavley’s Track, Blantyre Street, Eccles, M30 8HY |
Every Friday - ongoing |
Gain confidence by Cycling on the smooth surface of Cleavley athletic track. Bike ride for beginners and people returning to cycling. The session will help you to improve your cycling skills and confidence in the safe environment of Cleavley athletic track. Bikes and helmets provided. |
Beginners exercise group. For all abilities, everyone welcome. An instructor will guide you through simple exercises that can be altered to your ability and are simple enough to do at home with what you have available around you.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Wednesday |
10am to 11am |
Worsley Church of St Mary the Virgin, Ellenbrook Road, M28 1FR |
Every Wednesday - ongoing |
Join the team for an enjoyable gym session held inside the church. |
Have fun to music, learn a new skill, make friends and socialise.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Thursday |
2pm to 3.30pm |
East Rialto Gardens, M7 4BL |
Every Thursday - ongoing |
Cardio activity, march to the beat of your own drum with this full body work out aimed at those of all ages and capabilities. A gentle but fun fitness class, using exercise balls and drumsticks. Beat your way back into fitness! A lovely, social experience for all. |
Low impact exercise. Friendly tuition provided by St John's Bowling members.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Tuesday | 10.30am to 12pm |
Eccles Eccles Recreational Ground, Bowling Pavillion, Oxford Road, Eccles, M30 0FG |
Tuesdays from 2 May to 6 June 2023 |
Crown Green Bowling for Beginners. Low impact exercise. Friendly tuition provided. All equipment provided. |
Wednesday | 12.30pm to 2pm |
Claremont, Weaste and Seedley The Height Bowls club, King Street, M6 7B |
Ongoing - all abilities welcome, begins 19 April |
Try your hand at Crown Green Bowling. Low impact physical activity, meet new friends in a friendly environment. |
Wednesday | 2pm to 3pm |
Irlam Cadishead Conservative Club, Grange Place, Cadishead, |
Every Wednesday - ongoing |
Crown Green Bowling for Beginners. Low impact exercise. Friendly tuition provided. All equipment provided. |
Thursday | 1pm to 2pm |
Irlam |
Every Thursday - ongoing |
Crown Green Bowling for Beginners. Low impact exercise. Friendly tuition provided. All equipment provided. |
Dancing session: suitable for beginners and chair-based participants. A gentle but fun fitness class, based around dance and throwback classics! Dance your way back into fitness! A lovely, social experience for all.
To book your place call 0800 952 1000 and select option two, or email health.improvement@salford.gov.uk including the details of the session you wish to book on for.
Day | Timings | Location | Frequency | Extra information |
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Monday | 12.30pm to 1.30pm |
Swinton Wardley Community Centre, 30 Ash Drive, Swinton M27 9RS |
Every Monday - ongoing |
Dancing session: suitable for beginners and chair-based participants. A gentle but fun fitness class, based around dance and throwback classics! Dance your way back into fitness! A lovely, social experience for all. |
Friday | 1pm to 2pm |
Swinton Worsley Road United Reformed Church, Worsley Road, Swinton M27 0EF
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Every Friday - ongoing |
Dancing session: suitable for beginners and chair-based participants. A gentle but fun fitness class, based around dance and throwback classics! Dance your way back into fitness! A lovely, social experience for all.
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This page was last updated on 26 May 2023