Fitness & Wellbeing
Zumba
Would you like to dance your way to fitness? Our Zumba class brings together a blend of Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to help improve your fitness, coordination and shape. These sessions are super fun, motivating and full of friendly like-minded people. They run from 7pm – 8pm on Tuesday evening. People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. Only £4 per session. Just turn up, no advance registration needed.
Parkrun
Are you looking for a fun way to keep fit in a friendly environment? Started in 2018 by WSF and now part of an international network of park runs, the Victoria Dock run is a weekly timed 5km event for runners of all standards, whether for fun or as part of a training plan.
Organised by volunteers, it takes place every Saturday at 9am, starting and finishing at the Crystal Community Hut. Each week, many of us have coffee afterwards so you’re welcome to stay and meet other runners over a cuppa!
Free of charge, just register once before your first run.
Karate
Would you like to kick start YOUR weekend? Then why not join this friendly, family-run club dedicated to teaching Shotokan Karate to the very highest standard. Our adult classes take place ON Friday evening from 7.30 – 9pm. We also hold children’s classes from 7.30 – 8.30pm for age six upwards. Our focus is on encouraging and teaching beginners the correct techniques in line with their ability. Just turn up to enjoy your first FREE session. Read more here
Grace is a local mother and a regular at our Zumba classes.
Why did you decide to join this activity?
I try to stay active in my daily routine. But after motherhood, this became more difficult and I always craved some personal time to rejuvenate. So I thought to myself, what better way than dancing off those extra calories through Zumba beats, I’ll give it a try!
What do you enjoy about it?
The best part of Zumba is our trainer Fiona. Her energy and enthusiasm is infectious! I also really enjoy the variety of the class – in the dance moves, the use of dumb bells, and there’s even belly dancing too!
What difference has it made for you?
A lot! My body appears more toned. My movements are more flexible. Zumba has boosted my overall confidence. I always look forward for Tuesdays and hardly ever miss Fiona’s class.
What would you say to others considering this activity?
Thanks to modern technology, we spend too much time our time on gadgets and it’s really important to take time out and ditch our sedentary lifestyles. Zumba will really help you do this. So I’d encourage you to come along. You’ll definitely feel more energetic and beautiful inside and out!