We offer a range of sporting activities for adults. This enables you to increase your fitness and enjoy the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

Active Adults - April 2019

The next set of Active Adult sessions will be starting week commencing 29th April.

Bookings will open Monday 25th March at 9:30am.

Active Adults is a sports programme aimed at over 35 year olds. It is ideal for those who wish to try a particular activity or have a go at something new. It is also aimed at those who have previously tried a sport and want to return to it in a relaxed, informal environment with other like-minded people.

• Download the Active Adults booklet (PDF)

All sessions are held at local venues situated within the Borough. The sessions are run for adults, by experienced and qualified coaches. All required equipment will be provided.

If you like the sport and want to continue with it after the course has finished you will be provided with the information to enable you to do so.

The current programme started week commencing Monday 29th April 2019:

• All courses run for 8 weeks
• All courses start week commencing 29th April 2019, unless stated below
• All courses are aimed at over 35 year olds
• All courses are aimed at beginners unless specified

Courses may be cancelled if they are not financially viable due to low numbers. You will be notified a minimum of 7 days prior to the start date and offered an alternative or a full refund.

Online bookings

In order to book and pay online you will need to register and set up an account with Bedford Borough Council. Having an account will open up more ways to communicate with the council and allow you access to other services. It will also speed up the process of booking and paying for your course.

Make a booking online

Over 70s - Gentle exercise classes and activities 

A range of exercise classes for the over 70s, including different sports sessions, table tennis, chair-based pilates and yoga, line dancing, stretch and balance and movement to music.

Classes are every Monday and Thursday at Bedford Central Library, Tuesdays at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness and Wednesdays at Bedford International Athletic Stadium.

No booking required and for £4 you will also receive a tea/coffee for after the session.

Wear comfortable clothing and footwear, and bring a drink.

All other equipment will be provided.

Bedford Central Library

• Harpur Street, Bedford, MK40 1PG
• Mondays* 11:15am to 12:15pm
• £4 per session, no need to book
• All abilities welcome

*Except Public Holidays or when notified. 

John Bunyan Sports and Fitness

• Mile Road, Bedford, MK42 9TS
• Tuesdays* 11:30am to 12:30pm
• £4 per session, no need to book
• All abilities welcome

* Except Public Holidays or when notified

Bedford International Athletics Stadium

• Barkers Lane, Bedford, MK41 9SB
• Wednesdays* 2:30pm to 3:30pm
• £4 per session, no need to book
• All abilities welcome

* Except Public Holidays or when notified

Bedford Central Library 

• Harpur Street, Bedford, MK40 1PG
• Thursdays* - Two sessions at the following times:
  • 10am to 11am
  • 11:15am to 12:15pm
• £4 per session, no need to book
• All abilities welcome

* Except Public Holidays or when notified