Active Through Football session calendar

Life in the Old Dogs 40+ Football 7:00pm - 8.00pm              

Venue: Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness,
Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact: craig@exercise360.co.uk / 07834223684

The only thing stopping you from playing football at an older age is yourself! Don’t expect to play at the pace you played at school; enjoy playing at your own pace and remember to warm up and stretch before you play. You can teach an old dog new tricks!

Breathe                                                                        Tuesday 1:30pm

Venue: Millennium Hall, Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe, WF9 2BJ                 

Contact:              Withwomen.enquiries@outlook.com

The Breathe sessions will be focusing on meditation and mindfulness and breathwork. Information will be provided in the sessions about the benefits of breathwork both physically and emotionally and how this can be incorporated into daily living activities to help restore inner balance and promote wellbeing. We will cover different techniques of breathwork and provide workbooks and in person, guided relaxation sessions.

Walking & Running Fit SESKU Tuesday 6:30pm

The Mallard at Moorthorpe Station, South Kirkby, WF9 3AT

Contact: info@familyfitwy.com / 07948 623270

This is suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels, we are a social group - not a running club - so everyone is welcome, and nobody is ever left behind. Walkie bits are perfectly acceptable! Please check before attending as the meeting point changes during winter months.

Badminton for Adults

Tuesday 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness,
Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact: greg@frickleyathletic.co.uk / 07476 204901

Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying Badminton for the first time, this welcoming session is open to all adults. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, have fun, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Come along and experience the joy of Badminton in
your community!

Hemsworth T1 Rugby                                          

Wednesday  6:30pm – 7:30pm

Venue: Hemsworth RUFC, Moxon Fields, Lowfield Rd, Hemsworth, WF9 4JT

Contact:            t1rugby@hemsworthrfu.co.uk 

T1 Rugby emphasises fun, fitness, and inclusion, providing a welcoming and safe environment for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

It is the first non-contact form of the game to include lineouts, scrums, kicking, and breakdowns, while remaining simple to play. T1 Rugby can be played by mixed-gender teams, ensuring inclusivity and enjoyment for everyone.

Casual, enjoyable football that best suits you. For all levels, ages, and all abilities. Informal games, play when you want, everyone's welcome. 

Wednesday 7pm - 8pm      

Minsthorpe Community College, 104 Ash Grove, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ               

greg@frickleyathletic.co.uk / 07476 204901

Open Goals  - 

Wednesday 10am – 12pm    

Sporting Activities for Adults with Disabilities and Learning Difficulties - Seated games like boccia, indoor curling and parachute games.            

Location - South Elmsall Social Centre, Westfield Lane, WF9 2EF              

info@nlycommunitysport.co.uk / 0791 293 4417   

Adult Zumba                                                            

Wednesday 6pm – 7pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness, Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact               Agata Sawkiewicz / book via www.zumba.com

Ready to boost your energy and burn calories while having FUN? Join our Introductory Zumba Session – the perfect way to discover dance fitness with Latin beats, easy-to-follow moves, and non-stop vibes.

Family Zumba                                                             Wednesday 5pm – 6pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness, Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact               Agata Sawkiewicz / book via www.zumba.com

Designed for one child (age 5–11) and one parent, this energetic class is the perfect way to stay active, laugh, and dance to great music.

Sporting Activities for Adults with Disabilities and Learning Difficulties - Multi sports like activities including, Football, Table Tennis, handball and Basketball.

Venue: Rycroft Leisure Centre, WF4 2BB

Contact: info@nlycommunitysport.co.uk / 0791 293 4417

Sporting Activities                                                     

Thursday 10:30am – 12pm

Venue: South Kirkby Miners Welfare Club, Stockingate, South Kirkby, WF9 3DP

Contact:              Tony Ridley / bigitupmrt@yahoo.com

Sporting Activities for Adults with Disabilities and Learning Difficulties - Multi sports like activities including, boccia and fun games.

Wakefield Pickleball Club

Time: Thursday 5:30pm - 7pm      

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College, 104 Ash Grove, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ  

Contact: Faye Batten - fayelaura94@gmail.com / 07513 177061

Open to all adults at all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned pros. Please contact before attending, as the time and day may change during the summer months.

Football 5ives                                                             

Friday 7pm – 8:30pm

Venue: Frickley Park 3G, WF9 2EQ

Contact:              Josh Gelder - josh.gelder@coalfields-regen.org.uk / 07754 322386

Football 5ives are free sessions to get young people off the streets and on to the football pitch. Football 5ives gets young people healthy while helping them to learn new skills, supported by our dedicated coaches on local football pitches.

Men’s Rugby                                               

Friday 7-8pm (moving to Tuesday and Friday in February)

Venue: Rycroft Leisure, Off Mulberry Ave, Ryhill, Wakefield WF4 2BB

Contact               Jamie - 07555096596 or message the Rycroft Hammers Facebook page

Rugby isn’t just about competition – it’s about fitness, camaraderie, and enjoying the game. That’s why we’re launching men’s recreational sessions every week, designed to bring players together in a relaxed, supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to stay fit, pick-up new skills, or simply enjoy the game with others, these sessions are about more than rugby – they’re about recreation, confidence, and connection.

Football 5ives Monday 6pm – 8pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College, WF9 2UJ

Contact:              Josh Gelder - josh.gelder@coalfields-regen.org.uk / 07754 322386

6pm - 7pm - 11–16-year-olds

7pm - 8pm - 16+

Football 5ives are free sessions to get young people off the streets and on to the football pitch. Football 5ives gets young people healthy while helping them to learn new skills, supported by our dedicated coaches on local football pitches.

Back to Football

Monday 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Venue: Campsmount Academy, Ryecroft Road, Norton, Doncaster, DN6 9AS

Contact: Russel Kwill or Scott Smith for details.

Russel 07757 387313

russkwil7@gmail.com

Scott 07764480862

skotbites@gmail.com

Gives you the chance to get your boots back on and get a weekly football fix. A recreation football session where all abilities and levels are welcome, with a great chance to meet new people.

Back to Football Mondays 6pm – 7pm

Venue: Frickley Park 3G, WF9 2EQ

Contact: greg@frickleyathletic.co.uk / 07480 975043

Gives you the chance to get your boots back on and get a weekly football fix. A recreation football session where all abilities and levels are welcome, with a great chance to meet new people.

Multi Sports (Women only)                       Monday 6pm – 7pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College, 104 Ash Grove, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ              

Contact - chloe@frickleyathletic.co.uk or greg@frickleyathletic.co.uk

Looking for something to fun to do? Don't fancy the gym but want to do something to keep fit? Come and join us for a multi sports session, all abilities welcome! Get in touch for more info!

Life in the Old Dogs 40+ Football 7:00pm - 8.00pm              

Venue: Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness,
Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact: craig@exercise360.co.uk / 07834223684

The only thing stopping you from playing football at an older age is yourself! Don’t expect to play at the pace you played at school; enjoy playing at your own pace and remember to warm up and stretch before you play. You can teach an old dog new tricks!

Breathe                                                                        Tuesday 1:30pm

Venue: Millennium Hall, Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe, WF9 2BJ                 

Contact:              Withwomen.enquiries@outlook.com

The Breathe sessions will be focusing on meditation and mindfulness and breathwork. Information will be provided in the sessions about the benefits of breathwork both physically and emotionally and how this can be incorporated into daily living activities to help restore inner balance and promote wellbeing. We will cover different techniques of breathwork and provide workbooks and in person, guided relaxation sessions.

Walking & Running Fit SESKU Tuesday 6:30pm

The Mallard at Moorthorpe Station, South Kirkby, WF9 3AT

Contact: info@familyfitwy.com / 07948 623270

This is suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels, we are a social group - not a running club - so everyone is welcome, and nobody is ever left behind. Walkie bits are perfectly acceptable! Please check before attending as the meeting point changes during winter months.

Badminton for Adults

Tuesday 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Venue: Minsthorpe Community College Sports and Fitness,
Minsthorpe Lane, South Elmsall, WF9 2UJ

Contact: greg@frickleyathletic.co.uk / 07476 204901

Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying Badminton for the first time, this welcoming session is open to all adults. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, have fun, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Come along and experience the joy of Badminton in
your community!