The new Retford Leisure Centre which opened in January 2008 is located in a medium sized town in North Nottinghamshire. It has good links with both the A1 and M1 which allows easy access.

Facilities

• 25 metre Swimming Pool
• 12 metre Training Pool
• Fitness Suite
• Aerobic Studio
• Conference Room
• Steam Room
• Sauna
• Viewing balcony
• Vending Area

Classes include:

• Monday 8.15am to 9am - Aqua Fit
• Tuesday 12.45pm to 1.30pm - Chair Based Exercise Class
• Tuesday 1.30pm to 2.30pm - Tai-Chi
• Wednesday 2pm to 3pm - Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Class
• Thursday 1.30pm to 3pm - Yoga
• Friday 12.45pm to 1.30pm - Chair Based Exercise

WHAT IS THE STAYING WELL EXPERT PATIENTS PROGRAMME? 

The Staying Well Expert Patients Programme (EPP) is a ‘chronic disease self-management course’ (CDSMC), a new government initiative to help people living with long term conditions maintain their health and improve their quality of life through a self management course led by someone else with a long term health condition.

Self management programmes have been running in the USA since the 1970s and came to this country in 1994. Over this time a substantial body of clinical research and experiential feedback has built up testifying to its efficiency.

The primary aim is not to impart medical information but to facilitate the development of self management skills, such as problem solving and goal setting.

The course has been designed to help people with a chronic or long-term illness regain as much control over their physical and emotional well-being as possible. It complements existing health care programmes and treatments, empowering participants to be more informed and better able to develop partnerships with their medical practitioners.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE STAYING WELL EXPERT PATIENTS PROGRAMME?

It is a generic, time-limited course, suitable for people who have any long-term health condition. For example: Arthritis, Heart Disease, Stroke, Depression, MS, Epilepsy, ME, Schizophrenia, Fibromyalagia, Diabetes, HIV, indeed any condition that impacts on a persons life.  The Tutors are themselves living with long-term conditions.

Tutors use a detailed, scripted manual, underpinned by ongoing research. There is a strong emphasis on participants setting practical and achievable action plans that are evaluated weekly.

The course is informal but structured allowing an equal amount of time for discussion and information. It is held in a community rather than health venue.

 What does the Course involve?

The course consists of one 2½ hour session once a week for six weeks, the maximum number of participants on each course is 16 plus two tutors who also live with a long-term condition.

The areas covered include:
Goal setting/action planning
Problem solving
Relaxation/exercise
Symptom management techniques
Fatigue management
Dealing with emotions
Communication
Medication
Living wills/power of attorney
Healthy Eating
Distraction
Guided imagery
The course is interative, informal and friendly.

Research shows that people who have attended the course:
Have greater confidence in dealing with their illness, experience less pain, fatigue, depression and anxiety. They are more likely to continue with exercise and relaxation techniques; make fewer visits to their GP and have better communication with health professionals.

Why does the course work so well?

Because individuals with different conditions share many of the same problems, no matter what illness individuals live with it is often the consequences of that illness that are more problematic than the condition itself. When you can’t do what you used to be able to and your family and friends don’t understand, anger, frustration, loss of job or mobility, depression and pain can so easily become a cycle of despair.

Feedback from participants countrywide has been excellent and although this is something very new for the NHS it is something people want.

Yes, the course is structured but there is time for short discussions to help us learn from each other and gain support and encouragement.

Courses are available throughout Bassetlaw please contact us for more details.

COVID UPDATE: Due to Covid 19 the village hall is closed until further notice and will be reviewed at the beginning of 2021. All activities and groups are suspended.

Welcome

Set in splendid countryside with oak-lined fairways, open areas, changes of level and picturesque views, and with excellent catering and hospitality to compliment the golf, Retford Golf Club is an all-year-round favourite for many golf societies and casual players.

The Tuxford Family Fitness Sessions offer the opportunity for families to exercise together. Come along and take part in the beginner and intermediate fitness sessions and take advantage of the free multi sports sessions for the children.

Sessions take place on Mondays (term time only) from 6pm to 7pm. Cost is 3.50 per adult and children attend for free.

Please note: Children exercising must be accompanied by an adult participating in the fitness class.

For meeting times and venues click here https://www.weightwatchers.com/uk/find-a-meeting/

We meet every Wednesday for informal Basketball playing. From September to April we play in the Doncaster Central Venue League. 

Retford Oak School, male and female adults only. 

After more than four months in lockdown, I am sure you are looking forward to the gradual easing of the restrictions that have dominated our lives since the end of March. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 most of the TSD official events of 2020 have to be cancelled.

But as we slowly move into or new ‘normal’, it is increasingly clear that coronavirus will still be part of our lives for months to come. We know from speaking to our instructors and members that many of you are concerned about the long-term effects of the pandemic on your family wellbeing, finances, the health of your relatives and the state of the economy.

We will prioritise safety and hygiene in class when we resume training, hopefully in September. Changing facilities remain closed. Please make sure you/your child arrives already in their Tang Soo Do uniform. To maintain social distancing, coaches will no longer be applying tape to earrings that have not been taped over by parents/guardians. If you/your child are not dressed appropriately, they will not be allowed to participate.

In order to protect all coachers, participants and their families, we have the right to refuse entrance to any child and/or member if they are showing signs and symptoms of COVID-19. This includes a high temperature, continuous cough and a loss/change in sense of small or taste.

Both the UKTSDF and the government do not recommend the use of masks.face coverings during sports activities. All forms of face coverings may restrict breathing efficiency and should not be used during exercise except on specific advice from a physician. Tang Soo Do students can wear face masks before and after training if they so wish but masks should not be worn. whilst performing any form of TSD elements, including warm-ups/cool-downs.

Finally, as we emerge from lockdown, I want to take a moment to recognise the selfless work of the NHS and other key workers, who have done so much to keep us all safe.

The martial art of Tang Soo Do is relatively modern. However, its basis, the Korean art of Soo Bahk Do, dates back many centuries. 

Tang Soo Do is both a hard and soft style, deriving its hardness in part from Soo Bahk and its soft flowing movements from the northern Chinese system

Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan (a brotherhood and school of stopping inner and outer conflict and developing virtue according to the way of the worthy hand) is not a sport. Though it is not essentially competitive, it has great combat applications. It is a classical martial art, and its purpose is to develop every aspect of the self, in order to create a mature personality who totally integrates his intellect, body, emotions, and spirit. This total integration helps to create a person who is free from inner conflict and who can deal with the outside world in a mature, intelligent, forthright, and virtuous manner.

Sunday 3.30pm-5pm 

COVID19 UPDATE: PLEASE CONTACT IF YOU WISH TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR SWIMMING LESSONS WHICH WILL BE STARTING SOON. USE THE ONLINE FORM.

Worksop Dolphins is a competitive Club and our aim is to produce swimmers who represent Worksop in Nottinghamshire Leagues, County, Regional and National competitions. 

Volunteer helpers are always needed in many varieties.  The Committee and coaches run the club on a day-to-day basis and the Parents' Association supports the Club by fundraising through the swim shop etc.

CURRENTLY OPEN BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

The Welbeck Tennis club is currently operating under LTA guidlines during COVID19. We are not organising open evenings at present and we ask that all bookings made via the email address below rather than in person. The pavillion is only open for the use of toilets on request.

We provide coaching and skills development, organising and taking part in competitive sport, as well as providing plenty of opportunity to keep active in a social and friendly setting. For us, it's not all about serious training: we love it when our teams win, but we're just as enthusiastic about our groups that simply meet for fun.

A new online information & information directory to help people find local & national support services Tips on how to eat well, move more and live longer. 

https://www.nhs.uk/change4life

To help suppress the spread of the Covid19 virus, we have released guidance on how to safely restart walks. Some activities still remain suspended – including training, social activities and other meetings. These activities have stopped until further notice, subject to further developments.

Health walks start at Retford Leisure Centre.  Refreshments available afterwards.

Shopmobility is available in Worksop and Retford. Need to register. £5 registration and need 2 forms of identification and you will have your photo taken. Need to book equipment before hand. Equipment available for 2 hours.

Worksop Centre: Priory Centre Car Park, Bridge Place, Worksop. Priory Centre car park 01909 479070. 9am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday.

Small charge for the use of Wheelchairs Scooter Hire is free

NOW OPEN POST COVID

Badminton club for boys and girls up to 16.  Saturdays at Bircotes Leisure Centre.

Call the number below to book a court. £10 for a court, games now half price at the weekend.

Covid-19 Update

 We're Back!!! 

Parents and Swimmers please refer to Bircotes Swimming club team Facebook for updates on the current situation.

For information from swim England Use the following link- https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/tag/coronavirus-advice/

Swimming club for boys and girls, various days and times at Bircotes Leisure Centre

COVID19 update 17th August 2020 - We are booking for a small number of 'in person' classes at the centre during August. We are still offering a number of online classes via ZOOM. 

Visit website for full information https://www.jasminetrust.co.uk/classes

Set in Parkland, our visually stunning venue Babworth Court, embraces an atmosphere of calm serenity, and supports a wide range of yoga classes, events and training.

There are many reasons why people choose yoga - for fitness, to aid recovery following injury, to stay healthy, to relieve stress through relaxation and meditation, and to provide strategies for dealing with depression. Participants are encouraged to enjoy the many benefits which yoga can bring to daily life.

Jasmine Trust holds regular events led by world renowned Teachers offering innovative ideas, practice methods and challenging explorations of the traditional teachings of Yoga.

Each summer the club has an outing and some of the places we have visited includes Derbyshire Well Dressing, Constable Country, Corfe Abbey, Whitby, The Norfolk Broads and many others. 
At Christmas, a lunch is provided at one of various restaurants, which is free to members.

Club meets every Friday afternoon and evening

COVID19 update, 3rd August 2020 - please visit http://www.beckingham-northnotts.org.uk/bowlstoday.html for full details

Club is open to anyone over the age of 13. The season runs from April-September. Monday and Wednesday evening, Friday evening, Tuesday afternoon.

Club Nights are held on Thursdays from 6pm, when anyone interested in playing and finding out more about full or just social membership is welcome to come along. 

£25 per year for full membership. £5 per year for social membership

COVID19 update 17th August 2020 - We are excited to let you all know that some of our regular user groups have started returning to the centre. If you attend one of the groups, please contact them directly to clarify their returning measures. Masks need to be worn upon entering the centre for your group, and again when leaving. Hand gel is available throughout the centre. The main toilets are not in use, just the one disable toilet in the main corridor. Please be considerate and observe social distancing.

We aren't open to the general public just yet, so if you have any queries or questions, please call or email us instead of visiting the centre.

The centre gates are open Monday to Saturday 9am until 2pm for use of the bottle bank. Staff are in the office to take calls or messages on Thursday Friday & Saturday for the time being.

Wide range of activities and groups. See website for further details - http://www.civiccentre.org.uk/ 

Important COVID19 notice

Many of our facilities are now open. The Woodland Play Area, Discovery Centre, and the Garden Team House remain closed. It's essential you book your visit in advance. Check What's On to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/reopening-and-coronavirus-faqs

Please copy and paste the link above for further information about our facilities and groups before travelling.

Fee to park applies.

Phone to confirm the next dates.

10am at the Clock Tower in the main visitor facilities.

All information on the website. Walks are once a month.

£36 National Trust membership optional.

THE ARENA IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19.

All regular events and groups are suspended until further notice.

Fifty plus group. Indoor bowls, badminton, snooker and table tennis. Can accommodate wheelchairs for carpet bowls.

Monday 9.30am.

£14.00 annual membership

Worksop walks. 45 minutes gentle walking, no hills.

Wednesdays 10am from Andy's cafe, Langold Lake.

20 minute walks by prior arrangement for those suffering from serious health issues also available.

Thursdays 10am (all year round) and Monday 6.30pm (April-September) from Kilton Forest Golf Club.

Contact Malcolm 07599 340551/07443 895969

COVID UPDATE: ALL DATES AND GATHERINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

We dance every Tuesday evening, 7.30-9.45pm at Larwood Community Centre, Worksop (except for the month of August, Christmas and New Year.

Cost: £1.50 per night.

The game of lawn bowls is suitable for both men & women of all ages to compete on equal terms. It provides gentle exercise, and at Welbeck, in beautiful surroundings. We play friendly matches with other clubs in the area & internal competitions open to all members.

Not sure if it is for you? Why not give it a try (free) just phone. 

£1.00 per session. £40 per year.

COVID 19 update, 6th August, 2020 - hoping that group will start again in September 2020 but please call Colin Gwilym on 07443 581486 for full information.

Mon 6-7pm - Worksop Leisure Centre, Valley Road, Worksop

First session free then £3.00 per session thereafter 

COVID UPDATE: SESSIONS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL COVID RESTRICTIONS ARE LIFTED.

Safe, effective and fun exercise sessions to help prevent falls, improve confidence and independence and improve posture.

Sessions are delivered by a fully qualified chair based exercise leader, fully insured and a member of REPS (register for exercise professionals). 

The exercises consist of strength and balance training and can be adapted to suit all needs.

Being active can have a positive effect on how we feel and can actually increase our energy levels and help us with day to day activities. 

Exercise sessions also enable us to be socially interactive whilst being in a safe, friendly environment.

Sit tall, stand strong exercises are proven to help hearts and muscles become healthier. They are proven to:

• Help prevent falls
• Inmprove mobility
• Help with joint stiffness/pain
• Help with everyday tasks
• Improve stamina, strength and energy
• Improve balance and posture
• Increase confidence and independence
• Reduce stress and low mood
• Enable regular sleep pattern

Please contact Sarah Mullany:

Mobile: 07731 684 747          Tel: 01909 509 166

'Having worked in the care sector for 20+ years, I have a passion and enthusiasm for enabling people to be more independent and feel more confident.  The sessions I deliver are specialist, evidence based, effective exercises for all people, especially older people, disabled people and stroke survivors.'

What is the Time Machine?

Promoting & Supporting independence. Providing a safe place in Retford town centre for the anxious or depressed. Preserving quality of life for those living with dementia & their carers. £20 per session including refreshments, free for carers. Transport coming soon. 

The Time Machine offers a friendly and fun activity centre designed to exercise mind and body. Each room is decorated to represent a different period in history such as our 1940's dining room, 1950s cinema experience room and the 1960s kitchen. For anyone struggling with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, we offer music appreciation and health and beauty sessions on makeover days. For adults living with dementia or additional needs we offer seated exercise, memory games, cognitive stimulation therapy, music and introduction to foreign language classes, art, reminiscence and cross-generational sessions. Further events are in the pipeline. All of our classes are aimed at enriching lives in a safe and fun community setting. Situated in a historic and much-loved Georgian building , the Time Machine can be found in the heart of Retford nestling between the library and The Vine. It overlooks Cannon Square and St Swithun's Church and provides a safe and secure environment with carefully vetted and trained staff. Home assessments may be necessary in some cases to establish individual needs in order to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place. Sessions are very reasonably priced at £5-£15 depending on the tutor, content and length of session. We are very lucky to have an enthusiastic group of volunteers who support the staff and are always happy to extend a warm welcome to other potential volunteers. 

If you have any enquiries about The Time Machine – our aims, forthcoming events, to look around or possibilities for room hire – please contact our Manager Sally on 07388 115 801 or 07870 505000.

In addition to our classes we offer room hire for training sessions, meetings and private parties. 

The Time Machine also offers family support services such as hospital visiting, care home selection, visiting and feedback, birthday visits to deliver presents /flowers/cake from families who don't live in the area, grave tending, personal assistant vetting, referencing and training. Please ask for details. 

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm

Saturday to Sunday TBC

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Covid -19 update- Closed until further notice. Will be reviewed April 2021             

                                                                                                                                                                                        Accessible transport can usually be provided by the scheme if necessary. All meals are freshly cooked on the premises and consist of three courses. Aimed at people over 60 who live in their own homes, to promote independent living.  

Held weekly on Wednesday's from 12.00pm-2.30pm. £5.50 for 3 course meal and drinks. 

Referrals only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.

Also have activities session.

 CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19 - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE   

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Wed 11-12noon

Thurs 11.15am-12.15pm (term time)

At Misterton pool. Period of instructor led excercise followed by skills practice and/or free swimming with individual tuition as required. 

IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF BASSETLAW RESIDENTS THROUGH SUPPORTED
ACCESS AND NAVIGATION INTO LOCAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS

The Community Advisor is a specialist with a wealth of knowledge and experience about services across Bassetlaw, helping individuals to access non-medical support services from voluntary organisations and community groups.  

Anyone over the age of 16 who is registered with a Bassetlaw GP can access this service.
You can ask at your GP Reception when the Community Advisor will be visiting your local surgery or contact us directly here at BCVS.
The Community Advisor will discuss with the individual how one of the many voluntary or community services may help them improve their health and wellbeing alongside any existing medical treatment.

The Community Advisor can help you to:

•  Identify groups which may offer additional support to help you understand and manage your medical condition
• Access community social groups by giving you a named contact and specific group information 
• Access benefits, debt and welfare advice
• Address loneliness and isolation issues by encouraging participation with local activity group
• Access information and advice on a wide range of services for the whole family

Your Community Advisor will be able to identify suitable support options and they will afford the time to find contact details of the leaders of groups and services to make the access as smooth as possible.

There are several ways to make contact with the Community Advisor:

You can ring the Community Advisor direct for telephone advice. Available Monday to Friday on 01909 476118 Ext 24.

COVID UPDATE: Hockey is now at Step 4 of our Return To Play Guidance. With the right steps, competitive activity can resume - both training and matches – outdoor and indoor.

It is anticipated that the new season for Ladies hockey will start on the 26th September 2020. England Hockey have published guidance on staying safe during the current Covid-19 situation. More details can be found at http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/page.asp?section=2633&sectionTitle=Covid%2D19+Club+Support

If you are interested in playing hockey please contact us at: worksopladieshockeyclub@gmail.com

raining will again take place every Wednesday from 7pm to 8.30pm at Worksop College, Sparken Hill, S80 3AP. The date of commencement of training ahead of the new season is expected to be confirmed by the 1st September 2020.

Sticks are available. Shin pads and a mouth guard are strongly recommended.

Training for Juniors (aged 13 and under) also normally takes place at the same location between 6pm and 7pm on a Wednesday evening. However, there is currently no date set for when training for Juniors is set to start again.

Training takes place every Wednesday from 7pm to 8.30pm at Worksop College, Sparken Hill, S80 3AP. 

We have four Ladies Teams and we also run a junior section for boys and girls aged 7-14 years old

This directory is maintained and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.

If you need help using this directory or would like to contact us for more information, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors using the details below:

Telephone: 0300 500 80 80

CSC minicom: 01623 434993

Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk

We are open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm.

If your query is specifically around SEND, please email local.offer@nottscc.gov.uk.

If your query is specifically for Supported Self Care, please call 0300 303 2600 or email selfcarehub@selfhelp.org.uk.

CURRENTLY CLOSED AND ACTIVITIES SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID 19. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION BEFORE VISITING.

Mon-Fri 6am-9pm, Sat-Sun 8am-6pm.

Wednesday at 3.30pm for 45 minutes then stay for a cuppa and biscuit afterwards.

CURRENTLY SUSPENDED UNTIL AT LEAST 2021 DUE TO COVID.

Held monthly on the last Friday of the month. 

12.00pm-2.30pm.

Referral only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.

£5.50 - buffet and desserts.

Door to door travel from home to the venue from £4.60

PLEASE CONTACT THE ARENA TO CHECK IF THESE SESSIONS ARE RUNNING SAFELY DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS BEFORE ATTENDING.

Why not give walking cricket a go! It runs every Tuesday, from 1pm to 2.30pm and it's only £2 per session.

Walking Cricket is a great opportunity to meet people and make friends, plus keep yourself fit, and engaged, always a healthy atmosphere and plenty of laughs.

Just turn up in trainers, equipment provided. Great fun played in a great spirit, by a top bunch of people!

DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THIS VENUE IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING.

Dance group on Wednesday 7.30pm-10.30pm

PLEASE CHECK WITH THE ORGANISER THAT THE VENUE IS OPEN BEFORE ATTENDING.

An Introduction to exercise. The benefits include improved balance, co-ordinate and muscular strength.

£2.50 per session.

Monday 2.30pm-3.15pm

OUR HALL IS CLOSED DUE TO COVID19 AND WILL RE-OPEN AS SOON AS IT IS POSSIBLE TO DO SO SAFELY.

Table Tennis

Monday 10.00am-12.00pm - David Hall. 01777 705485

Tuesday 7.00pm-9.00pm

Wednesday 2.00pm-4.00pm - Heather Short. 01777 704250, £1.00 per session

Friday 10.00am-12.00pm - Dorothy King. 01777 707811

£1.50 includes refreshment.

Mixed gender and ability. 4 tables play in fours then rotate.

OUR HALL IS CLOSED DUE TO COVID19 AND WILL RE-OPEN AS SOON AS IT IS POSSIBLE TO DO SO SAFELY.

Monday 2.00pm-4.00pm

THE HALL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19.

Yoga group with movements to strengthen the whole body whilst seated or using the support of a chair.

Monday at 2.00pm - 3.00pm

£6.50 per drop in session or pay for a 5 week block at £5.00 a session.

THE VENUE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID BUT THE GROUP IS HOPING TO REOPEN ON 1ST OCTOBER 2020.

Please check with the organiser before attending.

Dance to movement and keep fit. Not a seated exercise group. 

Friday 2.00pm-4.00pm

£4.00 per session

THIS CLUB IS CURRENTLY CLOSED NOW UNTIL APRIL 2021.

Club meets on the green next to the village hall every Saturday at 2pm during the season. Friendly group with socials throughout the year. New members always welcome.

Membership fee is £40 per year, once paid, games are free.

Non-members can attend and pay £2.00 per game on a club day.

GOGA is about more than just being active, it strengthens community spirit, increases confidence and improves mental health. GOGA reaches out to the very least active, disabled and non-disabled people in the community. GOGA aims to provide support to encourage greater activity in a genuinely inclusive environment, helping to build friendships, maintain health, increase independence, reduce stress and boost self-esteem.

In Bassetlaw, partners will introduce active recreation into a voluntary sector led health initiative which supports those with long term illness. The approach maximises the chance of securing full buy in from local health professionals but also helps Bassetlaw develop an approach which connects those with health conditions into local communities through integrated activity provision.

An ‘Active at Home’ booklet has been produced to provide practical guidance to older adults on home-based activities to maintain their strength and balance. It follows concerns that low levels of physical activity in older adults will lead to reduced fitness resulting in loss of independence and need for care in the future.

Download the booklet:

https://www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/PHE_Active_at_Home_Booklet_21_May.pdf

To keep up to date with all our activities and events in 2020 keep checking our social media.