Active Health Programme at YMCA Plymouth

Active Health at YMCA Plymouth offers a welcoming range of gentle fitness sessions designed for people of all abilities, including those with medical conditions or recovering from injury. If you’re looking for a supportive, friendly environment to improve your health and wellbeing, our sessions are ideal for building confidence and skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle—whatever your age, ability, or experience.

What’s on offer?

• Easy Ride: A fun, low-intensity indoor cycle class for beginners or those seeking a leisurely ride. Focuses on confidence and technique, with a workout you can adjust to your own pace.
  Session: Wednesday 16:00–16:45
• Move Easy: Gentle, studio-based group fitness using functional exercises and stretching to improve mobility, balance, and flexibility.
  Session: Tuesday 16:15–16:55
• Social Walking: Sociable walks exploring Plymouth’s parks and paths, led by a walk leader. Perfect for mind and body health, and meeting new people.
  Session: Thursday 11:15
• Gym Active: Supported gym sessions led by qualified instructors, tailored to your needs. Improve mobility, strength, heart health, and more.
  Sessions: Tuesday 17:30–18:30, Thursday 17:30–18:30, Wednesday 10:00–11:00, Friday 10:00–11:00

Pricing Structure:

• Initial 8 weeks (access to all sessions): Free (no contract/commitment)
• Consultation and plan: Free
• Next 6 months: £16 per month
• Then standard membership price: £25.99

Eligibility: You must be a new customer, not have held a YMCA membership in the previous 6 months, and be referred via your GP or Health Practitioner. For self-referrals, please contact us.

Why choose Active Health?

• Supportive, friendly environment
• Ideal for beginners, those with medical conditions, or anyone seeking a gentle approach
• Build confidence, mobility, and social connections
• Flexible sessions to suit your needs

Contact us today to get started or for more information!