Activities

We want to help you and your family remain active and exercise at home. Below are a variety of activity ideas and workouts for adults, children & young people including Yoga, HIIT, Dance and more!

Adults & Later Life

Online Yoga Group

Hertfordshire Mind Network's Online Yoga Groups are a safe and welcoming space which allow you to learn yoga techniques virtually. The group will take place on a weekly basis every Monday from 6pm - 7pm on zoom. If you would like to attend this group, please email: [email protected]

Hertfordshire Mind Network's Website

Online Music Group

Singing can be great for managing wellbeing - it can generate happiness and enjoyment! Hertfordshire Mind Network's Online Music Groups take place on a weekly basis, every Wednesday from 7pm - 9pm and every Saturday from 11am – 1pm on zoom. If you would like to attend, please email: [email protected]

Hertfordshire Mind Network's Website

Online Exercise Class

Book onto Mind in Mid Herts new 'Get Set to Go' free online exercise programme. The aim is not only to get you back into exercise but to also have the opportunity to speak with someone about your mental health at the same time. The group takes place every Wednesday at 2pm. All abilities are welcome! Call 03303 208100 for more information.

Get Set to Go Programme

New Leaf Wellbeing College: Online Courses

New Leaf Wellbeing College offer a range of free short educational courses which give you the skills and knowledge to help you better manage your wellbeing. Courses include understanding stress, sleeping well, healthy living, building opportunities and more! Courses are free of charge to all Hertfordshire residents aged 18 and over.

New Leaf Wellbeing College Website

NHS Fitness Studio

NHS Fitness videos have been created by fitness experts and range from 10 to 45 minutes.
There are exercises to tone your abs and upper arms, as well as workouts suitable for new mums, such as postnatal yoga, and health problems, such as Pilates for back pain.

Exercise Videos Here

Joe Wicks: The Body Coach

Joe Wicks, The Body Coach, is bringing free exercise to your living rooms. These workouts range from 25 minute HIIT classes and 10 minute ab videos to exercises for seniors. There is something for everyone!

YouTube Videos Here

WorkOut from Home

Hertfordshire Sport Partnership have put together a variety of resources and activities, to help keep everyone moving. Whether you need ideas for working out your body and mind or ways to keep your kids active, they have a range of free online resources.

Choose your Workout Here

Join the Movement #StayInWorkout

Join the Movement is Sport Englands new campaign, giving you the advice and tools you need to help stay physically active whilst at home. Find lots of fun and creative ideas including exclusive workouts from Les Mills, Joe Wicks (The Body Coach) and FiiT.

Sport England Website

Active Letchworth: Spring in Your Step

Keep active through later life with Active Letchworth's Spring in Your Step Programme.
Although you can't attend the classes at the moment, it's important to keep active during this period. Below are some links to exercises that you can do to at home to lift your spirits and keep you on your feet.

Active Letchworth Website

Children & Young People

Uplay Sports: Tennis Coaching Groups

Tennis coaching courses at Hitchin Boys' School Lawn Tennis Club are now available to book onto via uPlay Sports. Groups differ in ages and abilities. For more information or to book, click below.

Uplay Sports Website

Uplay Sports: Summer Camps

Uplay Sports are pleased to announce that their Multi-Sports and Tennis Summer Camps at Hitchin Girls School will be open for 5 weeks of the Summer holidays! For more information or to book, click below or email [email protected]

Uplay Sports Website

Indoor and Outdoor Activities

Here are some of the best practical ideas for activities & resources for you to do with your kids if you’re spending more time at home at the moment, because childhood can’t wait…

Home Start Website

Youth Sport Trust

A fun ‘compete against yourself’ approach to physical activity with a focus on resilience and perseverance. A range of activity cards and videos to try at home.

Choose your Challenge Here

Disney Dance-Alongs

This Girl Can has teamed up with Disney and real families across England to create dance routines to help mums get active with their kids. You can learn the moves or put your own spin on the routines. Break a sweat while having a bit of fun...

This Girl Can Website

Move to Improve

Family friendly game ideas to keep your children happy and healthy. Help your child learn essential movements that will support their natural development in school and in life. Are you ready for some fun?

Choose your Game Here

P.E. with Joe

Join Joe Wicks, The Body Coach, every morning at 9am for a 30-minute home workout aimed at children. You don't need any equipment, just tune in on YouTube for a fun workout (all workouts are saved), even adults can get involved.

YouTube Videos Here

Activities for All

uPlay Sports: Tennis Sessions

A mix of tennis sessions at Hitchin Boys' School Lawn Tennis Club are now available to book onto via uPlay Sports. Sessions include mini tennis, group tennis, adult tennis and more.

uPlay Sports Website