Seniors exercise group receives £2,000 National Lottery funding
West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class will use the grant to continue weekly sessions for at least two years.
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The West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class (WHSEC) has secured £2,000 in funding from the National Lottery Community Fund. This grant will enable the group to continue its weekly exercise sessions, which have been running for 16 years, for at least the next two years.
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The WHSEC meets weekly at Hornsey Vale Community Centre and caters to participants aged between 60 and 90. The group, which also has members from the Hornsey Pensioners Action Group (HPAG), focuses on later life fitness, strength, and balance.
Lesley Chrysanthou, co-founder of WHSEC, expressed gratitude for the funding, stating it provides relief and ensures the group can continue comfortably. She highlighted the positive impact of regular, low-cost exercise for older adults, helping them stay active and connected.
Participants have reported feeling energised after sessions, experiencing eased back problems, and even finding themselves running up stairs again. The class is described as friendly and welcoming, with a trainer named Jeff who specialises in later life fitness and delivers sessions with humour and individual attention.
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Beyond the exercise itself, the group offers a social element, with members often gathering for tea and cake at a local café after their sessions. The National Lottery Community Fund's grant recognises the group's positive contribution to the local community.
Next steps
The funding is expected to support the WHSEC for a minimum of two years. Further information about the West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class can be obtained by contacting Lesley Chrysanthou on 07967 089078. Details for the Hornsey Pensioners Action Group are available via their website or by contacting Ann Anderson on 07757 634405.
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+How much funding has the West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class received?
The West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class has received £2,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund. This grant is intended to support the group's activities and ensure its continuation for at least the next two years.
+How long has the exercise class been running and who attends?
The West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class has been in existence for 16 years. It meets weekly at Hornsey Vale Community Centre and is attended by participants aged between 60 and 90 years old.
+What will the funding be used for?
The £2,000 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund will support the group's weekly exercise sessions. This funding is expected to help the class continue its activities for at least two years, maintaining its positive impact on members.
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