Classes & Activities

St John’s Foundation offers a weekly programme of activities for anyone aged 55+. From creative classes to exercise and social sessions, our programme is designed to support wellbeing and build confidence - no experience needed.

Sewing Machine – Class 1

Monday 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: £6
Perfect for those who want to make their own clothes or learn alterations and reshaping skills. Whatever your skill level, our tutor will be on hand to support your projects.
Art

Sewing Machine – Class 2

Monday 13:00:00 – 15:00:00
Cost: £6
Perfect for those who want to make their own clothes or learn alterations and reshaping skills. Whatever your skill level, our tutor will be on hand to support your projects.
Art

Ballet

Monday 14:15:00 – 15:15:00
Cost: £4
Laura Andrews, a fully qualified Silver Swans ballet instructor, will be leading this class. The class will be term-time only, with an additional term during the school summer holidays. All abilities are welcome.
Dance
In the community

Mindful Art

Monday 15:00:00 – 17:00:00
Cost: £7.50
Mindful Art is a combination of art and mindfulness. Create circular designs which you then colour to achieve a sense of inner peace and wellbeing.
Art

Ballet

Monday 15:30:00 – 16:30:00
Cost: £4
Laura Andrews, a fully qualified Silver Swans ballet instructor, will be leading this class. The class will be term-time only, with an additional term during the school summer holidays. All abilities are welcome.
Dance
In the community

Mindful Art

Tuesday 10:30:00 – 12:30:00
Cost: £7.50
Mindful Art is a combination of art and mindfulness. Create circular designs which you then colour to achieve a sense of inner peace and wellbeing.
Art

Pilates

Tuesday 10:30:00 – 11:15:00
Cost: £4
Designed to help improve movement, flexibility, alignment and posture, whilst easing aches and pains. The exercises are for a range of abilities, from beginners to intermediate level.
Pilates

Seated Pilates

Tuesday 12:40:00 – 13:25:00
Cost: £4
Designed to help improve movement, flexibility, alignment and posture, whilst easing aches and pains. The exercises are for a range of abilities, from beginners to intermediate level.
Pilates

Floor Pilates

Tuesday 11:45:00 – 12:30:00
Cost: £4
Designed to help improve movement, flexibility, alignment and posture, whilst easing aches and pains. The exercises are for a range of abilities, from beginners to intermediate level.
Pilates

Cook & Eat

Thursday 14:30:00 – 17:00:00
Cost: £6
The class is for food lovers who want to learn new culinary skills. The benefits are far greater than gaining new cooking skills, with social interaction being at the heart of the group.

Seated Dance

Wednesday 14:00:00 – 15:00:00
Cost: Free
Keep active and make friends. We'll share music memories and choose our favourite songs. Recommend wearing comfy cloths and flat shoes, please arrive 5-10 min early to complete the Fitness Form.
Dance

Thursday Art

Thursday 10:00:00 – 12:00:00
Cost: £6
In this class you will develop the skills needed to create quality work, whilst exploring art history and different techniques. 
Art

Gentle Yoga

Thursday 12:30:00 – 13:30:00
Cost: £4
Our gentle yoga class has positive benefits for the mind, body and soul.
Yoga

Boxercise

Thursday 16:15:00 – 17:00:00
Cost: £4
Gigi will be leading a 45-minute Focus Pad boxing fitness class, these fun, non-contact sessions include a gentle warm-up, partnered pad work, and a light cool down. Perfect for boosting focus, memory, coordination, and fitness in a safe, sociable setting. All equipment is provided
Exercise

Tech Advisor Group

Thursday 10:30:00 – 12:00:00
Cost: Free
This session offers you the opportunity to meet with an experienced member of our team who will support you with any tech issues you may be having.
Help and Advice

Tai Chi

Thursday 14:00:00 – 15:00:00
Cost: £4
Tai Chi is an ancient form that takes different styles and addresses Exercise, Health and Mindfulness. Benefits include: staying active, increasing relaxation, improving balance and mindfulness, and meeting like minded people from the local community.
Exercise

Tech Advisor Group

Thursday 14:00:00 – 16:00:00
Cost: Free
This session offers you the opportunity to meet with an experienced member of our team who will support you with any tech issues you may be having.
Help and Advice

Stitch Friday

Friday 10:30:00 – 12:30:00
Cost: £6
Join our weekly group to connect with others, share ideas and learn a new skill while creating something beautiful.
Art

Artful Stitchers

Friday 14:00:00 – 16:00:00
Cost: £6
For more experiences and confident stitchers who need less guidance with their advanced projects. A change to relax, share ideas, and refine your skills with like-minded people.
Art

Qi Gong

Friday 11:00:00 – 12:00:00
Cost: £4
Join our mind-body practice that blends slow, flowing movements, rhythmic breathing, and focused intent to cultivate and balance vital life energy.
Exercise