Who is this for?
- People aged 50 and over, and those with a long-term condition that requires more gentle exercise
Who provides this?
- Midlothian Council
Description
Ageing Well is a physical activity project for older people in Midlothian. The project is run by volunteers and offers participants various activities including:
- health walks
- line dancing
- new age curling
- indoor bowling
- badminton
- pickleball
- ballroom dancing
- table tennis
- singing group
- extenders exercise
- various team walking sports (walking football, walking rugby)
This service gives you the opportunity to meet others, make friends and find companionship, and lead a healthy lifestyle in your local area.
How do I access this?
- View the weekly programme on Ageing Well – activities for over 50s | Midlothian Council
- Just turn up (or call Ageing Well Coordinator if the activity you are interested in is listed as having a waiting list)
Is there a cost?
Walks are free and all volunteer led activities are £2. Instructor led activities vary from £3 onwards.
Is there a waiting list?
We currently have a waiting list for the following activities on the programme:
- Beginners Line Dancing at Dalkeith Art Centre, Mondays from 2.55-3.50pm – (call 07825356478)
- Pickleball at Lasswade Campus, Tuesdays from 5.30-8pm – (call 07825356478)
- Table Tennis at Ladywood Leisure Centre, Penicuik, Wednesday from 10am-12pm – (call 07825356478)
- Extenders Exercise class, North Church, Penicuik, Thursday from 10.15-11.15am – (call 07825356478)
Location information
- Ageing Well activities take place in leisure centres, libraries, churches and community centres across the Midlothian area.
- If you require information about location of an activity, parking etc please contact the Ageing Well coordinator on 07825356478.
Opening times
Various weekly activities are currently on offer from Monday – Sunday (excluding Saturday).
