Tailored activities for people living with specific health conditions or additional support needs.
Specialist Health Support
Our specialist health programmes are designed to support people living with long-term health conditions, recovering from illness, or requiring additional guidance to exercise safely and confidently.
Delivered by experienced instructors in a welcoming and inclusive environment, these sessions focus on improving strength, mobility, balance, confidence and overall wellbeing. Each programme is tailored to meet the specific needs of participants, helping you stay active while managing your health condition.
Whether you’re looking to maintain independence, improve your physical health, or connect with others facing similar challenges, our supportive team is here to help you every step of the way.
Explore our specialist programmes below and find the right support for your wellbeing journey.
Supported Gym Sessions
A supported exercise class for people with long-term health conditions. To build confidence and technique when using equipment in a gym environment.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 11.30am–12.30pm | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Callie | £4.50 |
| Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm | Gytes Leisure Centre, Peebles | Alex | £4.50 |
| Wednesday 6pm–7pm | Kelso High School | Ilona | £4.50 |
Strength and Mobility
A mainly seated exercise class, focusing on building upper body, lower body and core strength and mobility.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 10.30am–11.30am | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Callie | £4.50 |
| Monday 2.30pm–3.30pm | Gytes Leisure Centre | Alex | £4.50 |
| Wednesday 10.30am-11.15am | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Callie | £4.50 |
| Thursday 11.30am–12.30pm | Teviotdale Leisure Centre | Ilona | £4.50 |
Health Yoga
A low intensity yoga class that helps increase balance, stability, and flexibility. Can be done seated or standing.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 10.30am–11.30am | Old Gala House, Galashiels | Elaine | £4.50 |
| Friday 10.30am–11.30am | Old Gala House, Galashiels | Elaine | £4.50 |
Health Circuits
A supported circuits exercise class for people with long term health conditions.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 9.30am–10.30am | Teviotdale Leisure Centre | Ilona | £4.50 |
| Wednesday 10am–11am | Eyemouth Community Centre | Donna | £4.50 |
Steadi
Low impact exercise class for those with an increased risk of, or a history of falls.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 11am–12pm | Teviotdale Leisure Centre | Ilona | £4.50 |
| Tuesday 11.30am–12.30pm | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Callie | £4.50 |
| Wednesday 11.30am–12.30pm | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Callie | £4.50 |
Gentle Movement
A slow, relaxing class which uses movements similar to Qigong.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 11.15am-12.15pm | Selkirk Leisure Centre | Katrina | £3.00 |
| Friday 10.30am–11.30am | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Chris | £3.00 |
Parkinson’s Circuit Class
Circuit based exercise for people with Parkinsons, suitable for all abilities.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 1.15pm–2pm | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Pat | £4.50 |
| Tuesday 2.30pm–3.30pm | Tweedbank Sports Centre | Pat | £4.50 |
MS Pilates
Low intensity Pilates class for people with Multiple Sclerosis. These classes are funded by the MS Society Borders Branch.
| When | Where | Led by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 11.30am–12.30pm | Teviotdale Leisure Centre, Hawick | Katrina | FREE |
| Monday 1.30pm–2.30pm | Galashiels Parish Church | Katrina | FREE |
