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Activities programme

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Courses, tutorials and lectures for the over 55s
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The importance of maintaining an active mind and body is well understood. It helps boost our immune system and protects against cognitive decline, meaning we live healthier lives, both mentally and physically.

St John’s Good Living Service offers our almshouse residents, and all residents of Bath and North East Somerset aged 55 and over, a vibrant programme of activities and events designed to support wellbeing and independent living, whilst creating a thriving community of mature people.

Our dynamic programme, shaped in part by its participants, provides a wide range of different activities every day of the week. You can be a complete novice or an expert in the field, it really doesn’t matter. Come along and enjoy – both the activity and the company!

To book onto one of our classes please email the Good Living team at good.living@stjohnsbath.org.uk or call 01225 486401.

Sewing class in Bath

Sewing Machine - Class 1

Monday · 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Combe Park
Cost: £5
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.
Gentle Yoga for adults

Gentle Yoga

Monday · 10:00 am - 11:00 am
City Centre
Cost: £3.50
Our gentle yoga class has positive benefits for the mind, body and soul.
Gentle Yoga for adults

Gentle Yoga

Monday · 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
City Centre
Cost: £3.50
Our gentle yoga class has positive benefits for the mind, body and soul.
Gentle Yoga for adults

Gentle Yoga

Monday · 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm
In the community
Cost: £3.50
Our gentle yoga class has positive benefits for the mind, body and soul.
Sewing class in Bath

Sewing Machine - Class 2

Monday · 13:00 pm - 15:00 pm
Combe Park
Cost: £5
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.
Ballet for older adults

Ballet

Monday · 14:00 pm - 15:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £3
Whether you’re an experienced dancer, or are a complete novice, this class welcomes learners of all abilities.
Mindful art group

Mindful Art

Monday · 15:00 pm - 16:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
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 classes for older adults

Get Creative

Tuesday · 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
Develop creativity in drawing and painting with different media as part of a sociable group. Tuition is given, making the class suitable for all skill levels.
Mindful art group

Mindful Art

Tuesday · 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
In the community
Cost: £5
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.
pilates for older adults

Pilates

Tuesday · 10:45 am - 11:30 am
Combe Park
Cost: £3.50
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 for older adults

Seated Pilates

Tuesday · 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
City Centre
Cost: £3.50
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.
Floor pilates

Floor Pilates

Tuesday · 13:00 pm - 13:45 pm
City Centre
Cost: £3.50
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.
Ballet for older adults

Ballet

Tuesday · 14:00 pm - 15:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £3
Whether you’re an experienced dancer, or are a complete novice, this class welcomes learners of all abilities.
cooking class for older adults

Cook & Eat

Tuesday · 14:30 pm - 17:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
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.
Art class for adults

Thursday Art

Thursday · 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
In this class you will develop the skills needed to create quality work, whilst exploring art history and different techniques. 
Tai Chi for older adults

Tai Chi

Thursday · 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online
Zoom
Cost: £4
Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing (TMW) is an easy-to-learn sequence of twelve movements designed to promote physical and emotional wellbeing. TMW can be practised standing, sitting and through visualisation, so is accessible to all.
Connecting Generations

Connecting Generations

Thursday · 11:00 am - 13:00 pm
Combe Park
Cost: Free
If you’re struggling with your iPad, computer or smartphone, Connecting Generations is an opportunity for you to get the help you need from Bath Spa University students.
Gentle Yoga for adults

Gentle Yoga

Thursday · 12:30 pm - 13:30 pm
Combe Park
Cost: £3.50
Our gentle yoga class has positive benefits for the mind, body and soul.
cooking groups for older adults

Cosy Cooks

Thursday · 12:00 pm - 14:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
Join us for a home-cooked meal, good company, and a beverage of your choice.
Artful stitchers

Artful Stitchers

Friday · 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
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.
Connecting Generations

Connecting Generations

Thursday · 14:00 pm - 16:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: Free
If you’re struggling with your iPad, computer or smartphone, Connecting Generations is an opportunity for you to get the help you need from Bath Spa University students.
Sewing groups for older adults

Stitch Friday

Friday · 14:00 pm - 16:00 pm
City Centre
Cost: £5
Join our weekly group to connect with others, share ideas and learn a new skill while creating something beautiful.