Healthier Lifestyle Programme

Venue: St Mary's Community Centre, The Circle, Chequerfield, Pontefract, WF8 2AY
Date: Friday 13 November, 2026
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pmJoin us for our 12-week Healthier Lifestyle Programme. Our aim is to give you the skills, tools, knowledge and confidence to achieve a healthier lifestyle! Within a supportive and friendly environment, you will learn how to create healthy habits, build on skills such as moving more, self-care and creating an ongoing network of support. Each week a new topic will be discussed which will focus on:SMART Goals
Portion size
Physical activity
Eatwell Guide
Food Labels
5 Ways to Wellbeing
Sleep & Stress
Organisational and Meal Planning
Overcoming barriers/Preventing Relapse
Continued SuccessThis course runs for 12 weeks, please ensure you are able to attend every session.Faqs
When are the sessions? Every Friday for 12 weeks, 10.30am
13/11, 20/11, 27/11, 4/12, 11/11, 18/11 (closed 25/12 & 1/1), 8/1, 15/1, 22/1, 29/1, 5/2, 12/2.Is there parking available?
Yes, on-site car parking is provided to the rear of the building but this is limited. On road parking is available close to the venue.Can I access the centre by public transport?
Yes. From Featherstone you can get the 147, 148, 149 to Pontefract Bus Station and then take either 135 or 408 to Chequerfield, both arriving at 10:13am. From Castleford you can take the 140 or 141 and then take the buses to Chequerfield as above. From Knottingley you can take the 148, 149 or 476 and then take the buses to Chequerfield as above.Is this programme suitable for wheelchair users?
This venue has disabled access and disabled toilet facilities. If you would like to discuss access to the venue before your programme please call the Aspire Health and Wellbeing Team on 01924 307811What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable clothing which you are able to do physical activity in such as comfortable footwear and loose clothing. Please also bring with you a drink/water bottle.Can I bring a friend? This programme is only available to people who have been referred to the Aspire Health and Wellbeing service, if you would like to bring a friend for support then please discuss this with our team.How can I contact the organiser with any questions?If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch via phone or email 01924 307811 / aspirereferral@wakefield.gov.uk.