Everyone Active is encouraging a greater number of over 60s to become physically and mentally active through October and November. 

The company has launched its ‘Age is Just a Number’ campaign, which is now in its fourth year. It celebrates the senior demographic by showcasing their fitness stories and proving what can be achieved by staying active into later life.

The campaign launched on Saturday, October 5 and will run until Sunday, November 17. Alton Sports Centre, Whitehill & Bordon Leisure Centre and Taro Leisure Centre.

Which are run by Everyone Active in partnership with East Hampshire District Council. Are encouraging the older generation to visit their local centre and enjoy the wide range of activities on offer.

Everyone Active supports older people to exercise across the country throughout the year, with regular dedicated senior activity sessions already seeing 18,000 attendances each month.

Chris West, Everyone Active’s contract manager, said: “We are proud to offer our members a friendly and welcoming environment that motivates people of all ages to get active.

“Maintaining physical activity and keeping socially active is vitally important for older people in the local community.

“This campaign aims to inspire people to try a new activity or engage in simple exercises each week at home, helping people of all abilities discover the different ways they can enjoy exercise.”

With more than 230 centres across the country, Everyone Active offers activities for all ages, as well as specialised classes designed to appeal to older people. More information available on the company’s website.