21 September 2018

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A whole host of free exercise sessions, tailored to meet the needs of people over the age of 50, will be on offer, as well as advice and information on staying fit and well in later life.

There will be the opportunity to try Tai Chi, Pilates, bowls, walking netball, badminton, table tennis, yoga and line dancing with an organised sing – a-long at the end of the day.

Charities, voluntary groups and local organisations will be on hand to offer advice on topics such as developing a healthy lifestyle and staying fit. There will also be free audiology testing available on the day.

Trained Wellbeing Advisors from Mid Sussex District Council will be on hand provide free wellbeing health checks to help people spot potential health problems at an early stage. The checks take 30 minutes and include a BMI (Body Mass Index) reading that is calculated by measuring height and weight.

After the health check, there will be an opportunity to discuss the results with a trained health advisor, who will provide personalised advice on how to lower the risk of future problems and maintain a healthy lifestyle.