Our programme includes a wide range of activities. Here is the class schedule for Autumn 2023
Art class is a place to relax while enjoying your creative work – which in turn inspires each other’s creativity.
This is an outdoor game that is so popular in France and is taking hold in Ireland. This is now available in Newbridge.
Social afternoon session. Join in a game or bring along one to play and for others to learn. Chat is encouraged when appropriate.
Develops and strengthens the voice and delivers the joy of communal singing. Strengthens the voice and delivers the joy of communal singing.
Indoor short mat bowls. Players score points by rolling a bowl along a flat surface to gain as many shots as possible by getting their bowls nearest to the ‘jack’ and outscore their opponents.
Is a gentle and excellent way to loosen and stretch muscles, improve circulation and reduce stress. This is a wonderful option for anyone with impaired mobility or a wheelchair user.
A very popular game played with a mallet and ball-equipment is provided. This is played on the historic croquet lawn in Newbridge House.
Intermediate class building on regular usage of common verbs, and expanding vocabulary – all with an emphasis on practice. Beginners class will be subject t0 numbers.
A form of exercise that focuses on balance, posture, strength and flexibility, targeting the glutes, pelvic floor and lower spine.
We are offering a Yang style beginners’ form of Tai Chi where there are thirteen postures in the form. We warm up with Chi Gung exercises and some mobility and balance work.
Exactly what it says on the tin!
Physiotherapist led to work on: Strength – light weights and resistance bands; Aerobic fitness – work heart and lungs; Balance – decrease the risk of falls; Core and pelvic floor- for lower backs and leaks!; Bone Health – weight bearing and resistance exercises to strengthen bones.
Learning Spanish as a foreign language in a relaxed atmosphere.
Suitable for Upper beginners / Intermediate (A2/B1)
An indoor game. combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton. It uses a simplified combination of tennis rules and strategies.
Using any kind of camera and mobile phone. Making the most of your creativity and learn how to manage your photographic files.
This class is for those who don’t have any experience or just a little experience using a tablet computer. The ACORN was designed to make using a tablet computer much easier for older people.
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