Exercise Classes and Activities

Explore local exercise classes, activities and programmes designed to help improve strength, balance, mobility and overall wellbeing.

Please find below useful links, relevant resources and contact information. All links open in a new window and may include links to websites, videos, and PDF files for downloading and printing.

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MK Health Rides - The Parks Trust

MK Health Rides are free rides, led by The Parks Trust every two weeks. They are an excellent opportunity to explore Milton Keynes' green spaces. These rides enable you to make new friends, improve your health, stay active, and have fun for free! These staff-led activities offer an excellent opportunity to explore Milton Keynes' green spaces.

Meeting every other week at Campbell Park Pavilion, this Health Ride group will explore Campbell Park, the Canal Broadwalk, Ouzel Valley and Willen Lake. With different routes planned each time to keep the rides exciting and interesting.

Email: info@theparkstrust.com

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Assisted Swim

Gentle individual water-based exercise for all health conditions.

Tel: 07742 694817

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Walking Football

Walking football and other sport-based games at Woughton on the Green on Mondays from 10am - 11am.

Email: information@mkdonsset.com / sophie.radburn@mkdonsset.com 

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MK Walkers FC

We welcome men over 50 and women over 35 with all skillsets who are looking to have some fun. Training - 6.30-8pm every Thursday @ Woughton on the Green.

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Walking Netball

Woughton Leisure Centre on Thursdays at 13:30-2:30 / Bletchley Leisure Centre on Thursday at 13:30-14:30

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Get Active with Zoe MK

Multiple classes throughout Milton Keynes including:

• Chair & Strength classes online & in-person
• Helping people improve strength, mobility & independence - Monday at 11am
• Chair Exercise (U3A), Cross & Stable Church Hall - 2pm
• Chair Exercise, Queensway Methodist Church Hall - 6.30pm 
• Standing weights, Online - Tuesday - 11.30am
• Chair Exercise, Pegasus Retirement Home, Olney - 1pm 
• Chair Exercise, East Street Community Centre, Olney - 4pm 
• Chair Exercise, Online Wednesday - 10.30am 
• Chair Exercise, Water Eaton Church Hall (Currently Full) - 12.30pm
• Chair Exercise, West Bletchley Community Centre - 2.30pm
• Chair Exercise, West Bletchley Youth Centre (Currently Full) - 6.30pm
• HIIT, The Old Fire Station, Woburn Sands Thursday - 10am
• Chair Exercise, The Old Fire Station, Woburn Saturday and Sunday - 2pm
• Chair Exercise, Walnut Tree Sports Pavilion - 1st Thursday of every month

Tel: 07866 612285
Email: zoeneal23@googlemail.com 

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Move It or Lose it 

Seated or standing exercise classes for seniors - a way to improve your balance, flexibility, heart health, and coordination, and boost your bone health. Maintain and enhance overall health and well-being.

• Tuesday 10.30-11.15am - New Bradwell Community Centre, MK13 0DA
• Wednesday 2.45-3.30pm - Beaverbrook House, MK3 7JS
• Wednesday 1.30-2.15pm - Oxley Park Community Hall, MK4 4TA
• Thursday 11am-11.45am - Devon Lodge Care Home, MK17 8PL
• Monday 10-10.45am - Greens Court Community Hall, MK17 8NU

Tel: 07585 553956
Email: info@moveitorloseit.co.uk

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Fit While You Sit

Seated exercise classes in Stony Stratford/Fullers Slade.

Tel: 07802 637319
Email: jane@enajee.com 

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AMKERS

Exercise referral scheme available at 3 leisure centres in MK. For those needing help to get active, who are overweight or have a controlled medical condition, who will benefit from exercise. The referral programme is at a discounted rate.

GP/ Heath Professional referral only - Your local GP, specialist nurse or other health professional can refer you to the programme.

Email: leisure&community@milton-keynes.gov.uk 

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Rebel Fit- Low-impact exercise

Low-impact exercise class, including flexibility & balance to increase confidence. Hodge Lea Meeting place on Mondays from 13:30-14:30.

Email: info@rebelfitpilates.co.uk 

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Gardening Group

THURSDAY Gardening Group is the second Thursday of the month at 10:30am. Join others with a shared interest in gardening for an hour or so for talks, plant swaps, quizzes, trips and much more.

Tel: 01908 614749
Email: brooklands.centre@btinternet.com 

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Exercise Group - The Brooklands Centre

THURSDAY Exercise Group. Weekly at 9:30 - 1:00. Gentle exercises followed by various activities and a light lunch. Transport is provided for anyone living in Newport Pagnell, if required.

Tel: 01908 614749
Email: brooklands.centre@btinternet.com 

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Seated exercise - The Brooklands Centre

Exercise and activity classes for over 55s. Monday 11am-11.45am. Each class begins with everyone seated, but after a warm-up, anyone can take part standing.The classes are taught by a fully qualified and experienced instructor. 

Tel: 01908 614749
Email: brooklands.centre@btinternet.com 

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Shenley Wood Retirement Village gym

Quiet, more accessible gym and classes.

Tel: 01908 413000

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Fitness Classes - Shenley Wood Village

• Tuesdays Pilates - 11.15am-12pm in the Hall
• Seated Exercise - 2pm-2.45pm in the Basement
• WednesdaySeated exercise - 10.00am-10.45 Thursdays
• Pilates - 10am-10.45am in the Hall
• Zumba Gold - 11.30-12.00 at Medbourne Pavilion (MK5 6LS)
• Seated Exercise - 2pm-2.45pm in the Basement

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Lovat Fields Retirement Village gym

Quiet, more accessible gym and classes.

Tel: 01908 351300

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Sit to Stand Strength Class - Lovat Fields Village (Extracare Charitable Trust)

On Tuesdays at 10:45am, we run a Sit-to-Stand Strength Class that focuses on gentle, strength-based exercises. The majority of the session is chair-based, with some supported standing work for those who are able.

Tel: 01908 351074
Email: joanna.hudson@extracare.org.uk 

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Stretch and Tone - Lovat Fields Village (Extracare Charitable Trust)

On Wednesdays 10:45am a Stretch and Tone class in the gym. This one is slightly more active and finishes the session with a series of OTAGO-based exercises designed to support balance, confidence, and falls prevention.

Tel: 01908 351074
Email: joanna.hudson@extracare.org.uk 

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Elderswell Retirement Village gym

Quiet, small E-gym.

Tel: 01234 865200

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Ladies Fitness

All People Active Ladies – Fun Fitness 4 Women. All People Active Ladies is our flagship programme. Designed specifically for women, the programme focuses on creating an inclusive, supportive, and flexible environment for women to get active and enjoy fitness.

Tel: 07739 840717
Email: allpeopleactive@gmail.com

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Mens Fitness

All People Active runs a dedicated Men’s Fitness Programme at Hedgerows Family Centre in Netherfield, Milton Keynes, specifically designed for men aged 18 and over who want to improve their health, feel good, and connect with others in a welcoming, non-judgmental setting. Sessions are structured to support your fitness goals while focusing on overall well-being—physically, mentally, and socially.

Tel: 07739 840717
Email: allpeopleactive@gmail.com 

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Woughton Community Garden

Woughton Community Garden is located in Coffee Hall. It is managed by Woughton Community Council. The garden needs support from volunteers, and local residents in particular are encouraged to get involved as volunteers to help maintain and develop the garden. To find out more, see this volunteering opportunity on the volunteering platform. 

Contact James Appleby at Woughton Community Cancel for more details: james.appleby@woughtoncommunitycouncil.gov.uk 

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MK Dons Community Trust

MK Dons Community Trust is the official charity of Milton Keynes Dons Football Club, dedicated to transforming lives across Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas through sport, education, and community engagement. Established to create opportunities for people of all ages and abilities Key Programs and Activities include Community Sessions and Specialist opportunities for people with disabilities, including Walking Football, Unified Football and Powerchair Football.

Tel: 01908 622888
Email: info@mkdonsset.com

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CMK Green Gym

CMK Green Gym is an independent, volunteer-led group based in Central Milton Keynes. The group meets weekly to carry out practical conservation and gardening activities that improve local green spaces for biodiversity, recreational use, and the enjoyment of the community. By taking part, volunteers also benefit from improved physical and mental well-being while learning practical environmental and gardening skills. 

Tel: 07598206126
Email: info@cmkgreengym.org.uk

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Low Impact Exercise - Rebel Fit

Low Impact Exercise class - Rebel Fit helps you to get moving, improves flexibility and balance, increases confidence and supports mental wellbeing.

Email: info@rebelfitpilates.co.uk

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Women's Walking Football

MK Dons SET Women’s walking football programme aims to positively impact females, regardless of their experience or ability. Through walking football, you will be able to exercise in a fun, social environment, with other women who share similar goals to yourself.Every Monday | 10am - 11am | Woughton on the Green, MK6 3EA

Email: sophie.radburn@mkdonsset.com

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Activity & Exercise Classes - Shenley Leisure Centre

Huge number of classes available cardio/strength/stretching. 

Tel: 07929 669203 / 07887 74705
Email: mksmashersclub@gmail.com

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Activity & Exercise Classes - Stantonbury Leisure Centre

Choose from over 40 fitness classes every week! Something to suit everyone, from lower impact sessions, indoor cycling through to High-Intensity workouts. 

Tel: 01908 324466
Email: bookingtimeslots@stantonbury-tove.org.uk

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Pickleball Club - MK Smashers Pickleball Social Club

A fun, fast-growing paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis.MK Smashers delivers weekly social pickleball sessions in Milton Keynes for adults, creating welcoming, inclusive spaces where people can get active, build confidence, and connect with others.Our sessions are designed to get people moving more, feeling confident, and engaging socially, whether they are brand new to the sport or returning players.

Tel: 07929 669203 / 07887 74705
Email: mksmashersclub@gmail.com

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Chair Exercise - The Crosslinks Club

Chair exercise sessions in the Water Eaton Church Centre for people who appreciate exercise – but need it to be gentle! Chair exercise sessions are held on Thursdays from 2.00pm – 3.00pm., though not on the first Thursday of the month. 

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