Live Longer Better

Our Live Longer Better Programme

Everyone is welcome

A revolution is underway to enable people to live longer better, reduce the need for health and social care and reverse the effects of lockdown through the Live Longer Better in Hertfordshire network.

Apex in the Community have put together a programme of activities taking place at The Active Dacorum Hub for any adults who wish to take part. What’s more, we are also offering free refreshments after all of these activities! Why not give it a try and bring a friend with you too!

Please follow the booking links below to secure your place!

Exercise to Music
Mondays 1:30-2:30pm
A fun, friendly session for all abilities, run by Everyone Active. Allow your instructor to motivate you with a fun and fat burning workout to music that combines, low and mixed impact moves. Please click here to book via the Everyone Active website or book via the Everyone Active app by selecting Dacorum Community Outreach as your club or simply call 01442 507 100.

Beginners Tennis
Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:30am

Get yourself ready for the tennis court with our Beginners Tennis Class delivered by our qualified LTA coaches. Sessions take place outside and are followed by a FREE hot drink in the hub. All tennis equipment provided. *Introductory Offer* 6 week block for only £12 due to funding received from Awards for All. Book here or email [email protected] for more information.

Walking Netball
Tuesdays 12:00-1:00pm – Starting 16th April 2024
Run by England Netball, Walking Netball is a friendly and inclusive programme, allowing women the opportunity to find their place in the sport. It’s netball, but at a walking pace where the rules are slightly tweaked. This is run outside on the courts at Cupid Green HP2 7BA. Watch an Introduction to Walking Netball here

To book email [email protected]. Sessions are £5 per person.

Zumba Gold
Wednesdays 1:00-2:00pm
Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. Run by Everyone Active. Please click here to book via the Everyone Active website or book via the Everyone Active app by selecting Dacorum Community Outreach as your club or simply call 01442 507 100.

Gentle Exercise & Conditioning – New block starting 24th April!
Thursdays 1:45-2:45pm
Come along to our seated or standing exercise class which has cognitive benefits that can support Alzheimers, Dementia, Parkinsons, MND or any cognitive impairment. Part of the British Gymnastics Foundation Love to Move program. The emphasis is on gentle and the class will be adapted to suit the participants. Book as a block of 5 sessions here! £6 per session.

Adult Ballet
Fridays 1:30-2:30pm
Suitable for those with very little or no previous experience in dance the classes will focus on understanding the core principles of ballet, including basic ballet positions, terms and movements. The adult ballet class is a fun way to improve strength, coordination and overall fitness. Run by Dacorum Community Dance. The classes cost £42 for the 6 week term, payable in full to Dacorum Community Dance via cheque or bank transfer. To book, contact Louise at [email protected] or call on 07798 861238.

Tai Chi
Fridays 3:00-4:00pm
Combines gentle physical exercise and stretching with mindfulness. Tai chi is a non-competitive martial art known for its self-defense techniques and health benefits. Tai chi can improve balance control, fitness, and flexibility and can reduce the risk of falls in older people. £6 per session booked as a block here, or email [email protected] for more information.

Tai Chi
Fridays 4:15-5:15pm
Due to popular demand we are now offering a second class! Combines gentle physical exercise and stretching with mindfulness. Tai chi is a non-competitive martial art known for its self-defense techniques and health benefits. Tai chi can improve balance control, fitness, and flexibility and can reduce the risk of falls in older people. £6 per session booked as a block here, or email [email protected] for more information.

Walking Football
Fridays 6:00-7:00pm
The beautiful game you love – played in a new way. Smaller teams, simple rules but still big on fitness, friendship and fun. Only £5 per week, pay on the day as you play and open to all adults. For more information email [email protected]

Where we are and how to find us

The Active Dacorum Hub

Sports Pavilion

Redbourn Road

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 7BA

We also have plenty of parking for our visitors!