Cycling can help improve people’s health and wellbeing but many people are put off using a bicycle in Frome because of the hills. So Frome now has available a couple of electric power assist bicycles (ebikes) that helps to reduce the strain of cycling up hills and makes cycling more fun.

Provided by Frome Town Council and available at Pronto Bike Shop Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 5pm for either half day (£6) or whole day (£12) hire.

Is a low income stopping you from accessing a bicycle? Get a bike voucher worth £100 from Life Cycle UK. Low-income Somerset residents can get £100 off a quality refurbished bike from our local partners, On Your Bike. A great way to stay healthy and save money on transport. For more information please visit Life Cycle’s website below.

* Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic – these classes are currently online *

There is a cardiac rehab session at Wells Town Hall on Wednesdays 9am – 12.30pm.

For more information please use the number below.

Couch to 5K is a 9 week running plan for beginners. Health Connections Mendip will be holding a face-to-face group in the future but for now do visit the NHS website or download the Couch to 5K app to get started. If you’d like to go on our list for future couch to 5K groups please call or email using the details below.

Participants borrow an ebike for four weeks and attend up to six hours of guided Cycle Together rides during this period. The loan comes with a lock, lights, helmet, panniers and high vis. The loan and classes are completely free, funded by the National Lottery for Frome residents.  Participants must be able to ride a bike to join.

Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership (SASP) has a directory that lists exercise and sports groups and is dedicated to increasing the health and happiness of residents in Somerset through physical activity and sport.

For up-to-date information on the next course visit their website link below. Please use the email below to register your interest.

Get Active Together aims to offer opportunities for families within Somerset to take part in physical activities together, with disabled and non-disabled siblings sharing experiences and having fun together.

The sessions are for children aged 8 – 18 years, and include multi sports activities (including Boccia, Soft Tip Archery, Laser Pistol Shooting, Dodgeball and Cricket) as well as outdoor sessions (including Kayaking, Axe Throwing, Paddle Boarding, Bush Camp and Tree Climbing).

Sessions will take place every fortnight (Saturdays) as well as additional sessions in the school holidays.

A fun opportunity to get out in nature, get fit, meet new people, take part in practical conservation, and grow local food with a new social enterprise, Frome Field 2 Fork.

Sundays 10am till 1pm in Frome. No experience is necessary, guidance is provided and all questions are welcomed! Work at your own pace in a relaxed environment and choose between activities suited to all levels of fitness. Typical activities include sowing seeds, planting, weeding or pruning, creating no-dig veg beds, digging up brambles, constructing new garden features, hedgerow harvesting and building bug hotels.

Harry’s Hydro is a hydrotherapy pool based in Frome.

Individual led sessions are available. Other people will be in the pool at the same time doing their own exercises. Cost per session is £9 for an initial session then £90 for ten sessions to be paid in advance if wishing to continue.

You can also join hydrotherapy group exercise classes. A taster session costs £10. Future sessions need to be booked in groups of 10 and paid for in advance.

For more information and to book the hydrotherapy pool, please follow the link to the contact page of their website below.

*Covid pandemic update: moved online – Contact Jo on 07967 023 406*

These gentle exercise classes are held  Wednesdays 11am – 12pm Christchurch Hall, Park Road, Frome. Price £5.

Cardiac Rehab community exercise group classes are aimed at people who have experienced a heart event.

Wednesdays at 10am – Shepton Mallet Leisure Centre, 11 Charlton Rd, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PG

For more information on this class, please contact Jo Smith or the Leisure Centre.

This is an online platform where you can find out about local cycling projects, track your cycling, set goals and find out about local rides. Love to Ride has been designed with behaviour change principles, techniques and tools at its core. This is to ensure that our approaches are as effective as possible at encouraging cycling. “We get more people cycling using our online platform, local promotion and good ol’ human interaction.”

Being a healthy weight can sometimes be complicated. You may need different kinds of support and information to achieve a weight that is healthy for you. 

Mendip Health Walks are devised to help you to feel good, to have more energy, to sleep better and to manage your weight. All walks are free of charge and are led by a team of Volunteer Walk Leaders.

There is now no need to book onto any of the walks, you can just go along and complete a form at the start point. For full details on locations, times and walk lengths please visit SASP’s website.

Frome parkrun is a 5km run 9am every Saturday at The Old Showfield, Off Rodden Road, Frome, BA11 2AH (nearest postcode). It is entirely organised by volunteers – email theoldshowfield@parkrun.com to help.

Shepton Mallet parkrun is a 5km run every Saturday at 9am. We meet at Collett Park, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PJ. Free but please register before your first run. Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode (request a reminder) – if you forget it, you won’t get a time.

Southwick County parkrun is a 5km run every Saturday  at 9am. We meet at Southwick Country Park, Frome Road, Southwick, Nr Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 9QD. Runners wishing to run with a dog are welcome, but please keep the dog on a short lead or harness and under control throughout the event. Runners pushing buggies are also welcome.

Street parkrun is a free timed 5k run, jog or walk that takes place at 9.00am every Saturday morning at Strode College sports fields.  Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or ability.  To join in, register first online (see below for web address) and bring it along with you for 8.45am on Saturdays. Street parkrun is organised by volunteers.  If you would like to volunteer, please email at the address streethelpers@parkrun.com

Improve your physical and mental health with a weekly, high quality ballet class for those aged 55 and over, helping to improve your mobility, posture, coordination and energy levels.

Delivered by a Royal Academy-trained teacher, who adapts ballet techniques to respond to the different needs of participants across a broad range of ages. No previous experience required.

Participants will need approx. 2 metres of space around them and use of a chair or other support. Please wear loose clothing with socks or bare feet.

Classes take place online at £5 per session. There is also 1:1 support available over the phone to help participants access the classes. For further details please contact the Mark Bruce Company as below.

These fun sessions are for people with disabilities and are delivered by qualifies coaches.

Venue: Strode College 3G Astro Pitch, Street, Somerset, BA16 0AB

When: Every Monday evening 5pm – 6pm

Cost: Free

Age 16+

COVID-19 Update: Please note due to current coronavirus restrictions this service may be affected. Please check with the service provider.

We teach people with health issues and we teach people that need exercise and relaxation. The Tai Chi we teach, Shibashi, can be done standing or sitting– for further information on the Tai Chi classes please contact the class instructor.  List of classes correct as of April 2019:

Oakhill: Monday 2.00pm – 3.00pm Oakhill Village Hall.  Contact: Jo Webb on 01749 342035
Castle Cary:  Friday 10.00am-11.00am Scout Hut, Castle Cary. Contact: Jo on 07730 397396
Friday 11.30am – 12.30pm Caryford Hall, Castle Cary. Contact Jo.
Croscombe: Monday 10.30am-11.30am in Croscombe Village Hall, Wells BA5 3RA Contact: Jan on 01749 346774.
Dinder: Tuesday 10.00am-11.00am Class at Dinder Village Hall, North of Church. BA5 3PE. Contact: John on 01749 676738.
Dinder: Tuesday 11.30am-12.30pm Class at Dinder Village Hall, north of Church BA5 3PE. Contact Paul on 01749 346774.
Ditcheat: Monday 10.30am-11.30am Class at Ditcheat Village Hall, Ditcheat. BA4 6RB. Contact: Richard on 01749 880308 or email rap1947@btinternet.com
Frome: Friday 2.00pm-3.00pm and also 3.30-4.30pm at Frome Cricket Club, 30 Rodden Road, BA11 2AH. Contact: Denise on 07941 796635 or email dmtaichi@btinternet.com £5.00 per class

Glastonbury: Tuesday 10.30am-11.30am at Red Brick Building, Glastonbury, BA6 9FT. Contact Beith on 01458 898997.
Shepton Mallet: Thursday 12.30pm- 1.30pm at St Michaels Church, Park Road, Shepton Mallet. Contact: Ruth on 01749 342508.
South Horrington: Friday 11.00am-12.00pm at Heads Up, Upper Breach, BA5 3QG.
Wells: Friday 2.30pm – 3.30pm Class at Connect Centre Portway, BA5 2BE. Contact Mike on 01749 677277.
Cost: Classes from £4 per session.  Contact the instructor to confirm for each class.

Tai Chi for Wellbeing can be done seated if required. It is suitable for all ages and health issues. Although a regular class it welcomes newcomers and visitors who may only want one or two classes. Every Thursday at 11 -12 at the Bishops Palace Wells, outside when possible. Cost is a suggested £5 donation to St Margaret’s Hospice. Online class every Tuesday at 11 – 12. £4. Please see website for details.

The Revive Sports Programme gives people aged 18+, who are undertaking their journey to recovery from drug and alcohol addiction (or other mental health challenges), the chance to get active and enjoy some new physical activity experiences. It is also suitable for those who are temporarily sober or drug free to participate in. To join there’s a simple nomination form for the participants to fill out. This can be done in advance or completed on the day of joining. Call Gareth John on the number below to find out how to take part.

Session Details: Revive Drop In. Frome Youth and Community Centre. Fridays 4pm – 5pm

Being a healthy weight can sometimes be complicated. You may need different kinds of support and information to achieve a weight that is healthy for you. 

The Somerset Exercise Referral Scheme offers activities for those with a diagnosed medical condition. Health Professionals can refer people who will benefit from a personalised physical activity programme to the GP Exercise Referral Scheme. For more information talk to your GP.

Current providers in Mendip are -Wells Leisure Centre, Leanne Trainer (Independent – various locations), Shepton Mallet Leisure Centre, Frome Leisure Centre – More information of these can be found on your referral form.

COVID-19 Update: Please note due to current coronavirus restrictions this service may be affected. Please check with the service provider.

Walking Football is designed to help people keep an active lifestyle irrespective of their age, as well as getting those back playing football who perhaps had to stop due to injuries. Variations and game adaptations can be made to suit participants’ needs and capabilities. Play the game you love but reduce the chances of injury. It’s a great way to keep fit, learn skills, have fun and socialise all at the same time! Sessions held in Frome, Shepton Mallet and Street. Organised by Somerset FA, Charles Lewin House, 5-10 Landmark House, Wirral Road, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9FR