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Getting Started Strength and Balance Falls Prevention Classes Strength and Balance Falls Prevention Exercise Videos Exercise Classes and Activities General Exercise Videos Sitting Exercise Classes Sitting Exercise Videos Bone Health Exercise Videos Social and Friendship Groups Activities for People with Dementia and their Carers

Sitting Exercise Classes

Looking for a way to get moving and meet others? This page helps you find local seated exercise classes.

Joining a class can also be a great way to meet others, boost your mood and stay connected to your community. 

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Seated Exercises Classes for 50+

Download the PDF brochure for information and timetables for seated exercises classes for 50+ in Sunderland (updated April 2026).

Seated Exercises Classes for 50+ in Sunderland (PDF)

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Find Support

Please find below useful links, relevant resources and contact information. All links open in a new window and may include links to websites, videos, and PDF files for downloading and printing. 

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Links for Life Sunderland

Health is more than what happens in hospitals and doctors' surgeries. It is shaped by where we live, the people around us, and the communities we belong to. Links for Life Sunderland helps people live their best lives by building healthy, happy communities. We connect people to information, local services and support so everyone can feel included and improve their health and wellbeing.

Falls Prevention Exercise classes
Falls-prevention classes and strength and balance programmes are available across Sunderland.

Activities and Exercise Classes
Organisations and individual health and well-being activities in Sunderland. 

Healthy Weight Management Programme
Weight management programmes are delivered across the Sunderland area. 

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Age UK Sunderland

Find out here about activities and events taking place at Age UK Sunderland.

Physical Activity Sessions

Age UK Sunderland runs a number of exercise sessions to help older people stay active and improve their wellbeing.

Community Support Clubs

Age UK Sunderland Community Support Clubs are available Monday to Friday to people aged 50 and over. Each club offers a variety of activities, and there is always a warm and friendly welcome.

Essence Activities

Age UK Sunderland has a varied selection of activities arranged through our Essence Service at Doxford Park.

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Help and Contacts

Find contact details for help and support available in your local area

About Steady On Your Feet

Steady On Your Feet is a FREE website delivered in partnership with Sunderland City Council and local health services in the Sunderland area to help you stay active, safe and independent.

Please note that the information included on this website is not meant to replace the advice of your GP and other health professionals.

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