Last week was a full on fitness week for me - all were part of the Over 50s Festival in York - organised by Mary Cotton. looking through the brochure i saw a theme of Well-Being and joining groups of people to have fun. Looking at my diary, I filled in eagerly the events, I wanted to join!
Walking Football was my first venture! This, I never had heard of, but I was greeted by Amy as if an old friend. All the footballers were there ready to go and talking to all of them, I got the feeling this wasn't just for the game but also company, fresh air and the cuppa afterwards (plus a little fun rivalry!) So, the aim of the game is to walk not run whilst playing. Not as easy as you would think, your brain tells you to run to a ball, but this is walking so anyone can join in. (when I say walking its like those long distance professional walkers for some) Everything about it is about fun though and everyone got on so well. I heard "WALK" a few times! Person of the match for me was Rosie - she was a dark horse with plenty of moves too! Talking afterwards she said it keeps her and her mind active. I could see that all of the participants were of similar ilk and the cuppa and chat afterwards was the main "goal" for me.
Want to join in? its every Monday and Thursday at Burnholme Community Centre 10am - 11am or Wednesday at Huntington Secondary School at 6pm - 7pm. The cost is £5 per session but you do get a card giving you a free session too. Contact Amy on 07834 588259 or email Amy on inclusion@yorkcityfoundation.co.uk
