New Year Boost
Better Health for 2023
New Year Boost is our annual programme to help residents in the Borough boost their health at the start of the year.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to know where to look or what is on offer, so this campaign provides a one-stop shop of different activities - showcasing the variety and quality of activity providers and venues in the local area.
January/February is a great time to kick-start healthy habits, so take a look at these local activities to see which might be the New Year boosting one you need. Some are free with others providing an entry discount.
Activities are split into three categories depending on your potential needs and starting point.
New Year Boost activities are aimed at Eastleigh resident adults (most from 16 years+, unless specified) who are currently doing little to no exercise.
Please wear appropriate clothing to your sessions and bring water to keep hydrated. Some activities have additional joining information and guidance.
Getting started
If you're looking for activities to help you get moving , whether it's with support or self-led.
HealthWorks Referral Scheme
This physical activity scheme (often initially 12 weeks) is designed to assist residents with an existing medical condition, or who lead an inactive lifestyle or are at risk of Coronary Heart Disease.
The first appointment is free, after which the use of leisure facilities incur a charge with a discounted rate for activities that fall under the scheme.
Learn more about the scheme
parkwalk
parkrun courses also provide parkwalks. Walking is a great way of soaking up the parkrun atmosphere, getting the opportunity to chat to people, being active and is something that whole families or friendship groups can do together. You can walk at any pace, alone or with others. You can bring a dog or a buggy and even use walking poles if you have them.
When: every Saturday, 9am
Location: Itchen Valley Country Park, Fleming Park, Royal Victoria Country Park
Cost: free
Health Walks
Organised walks led by a qualified Walk Leader. Walks take place every week throughout the year and across the Borough come rain or shine. Please see the weekly timetable
NHS Better Health
Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, get active or quit smoking, Better Health is here with lots of free tools (even self-led apps) and support to lose weight, get active, quit smoking and drink less.
There has never been a better time to kickstart your health. Let's do this!
Kick-start activities
You're ready to get going, but your body isn't ready to go full throttle or needs something at a more leisurely pace.
Couch to 5k
Eastleigh Running Club is back to hold the highly successful NYBoost programme to progress an individual gradually from walking to jogging five kilometres.
When: Mondays and Thursdays, 7pm, for eight weeks (16 sessions), from 9 January 2023
Location: Places Leisure Eastleigh
Cost: £40.00 for the full 16 session course, £30.00 for those on Universal Credit.
To book or discuss hardship fund options, please email the Eastleigh Running Club Secretary
Man v Fat
This male only weight loss football programme is centred around small-sided football for men who are 18 years+ and have a BMI of 27.5 and over. Check your BMI
When: Fridays from 6 January 2023, 8pm-10pm
Location: Stoneham Lane Football Complex
Cost: First 14 weeks free to anyone with a Hampshire postcode (excludes Southampton and Portsmouth City postcodes). £28.50 per month beyond funding period.
Walking Netball
England Netball brings to you a slower version of the game we all love; it is netball, but at a walking pace. There are a few rule adaptations which help take the impact out of the activity but fundamentally it is “Walking Netball” – and it does what it says on the tin!
The sessions are specially designed by our Walking Netball hosts to be super welcoming and largely follow the same formats as any other netball session – including a warm-up, mini-games, followed by a friendly game.
Mixed gender:
When: Wednesdays from 4 January 2023, 10am-11am
Location: Hiltingbury Sports Hall
When: Thursdays from 5 January 2023, 1pm-2pm
Location: Places Leisure Eastleigh
Women only:
When: Tuesdays from 10 January 2023, 8pm-9pm
Location: Wildern Leisure Centre
Cost: £5.00 per session
Book now
Back to Netball
England Netball brings to you a series of sessions that introduces people back to the sport of netball. It’s primarily for women who haven’t played for a long time or have never played at all and are complete beginners!
We understand you’re juggling work, kids and everything in between and know it’s hard to take the first shot at the goal. But with the support of your Back to Netball Coach and fellow netball returnees/newbies, we’re here to help you get back out on court and playing the sport you love.
Women only:
When: Thursdays from 5 January 2023, 8pm-9pm
Location: Places Leisure Eastleigh
When: Mondays from 9 January 2023, 7.30pm-8.30pm
Location: Hamble Sports Complex
Book now
parkrun
You can run at your own pace at parkrun courses. See below for more details.
Push yourself
You want to throw yourself into something to get your heart pumping and start 2023 with a bang!
Olympic Weightlifting
This three-week learn to lift course is for beginners. Learn to snatch, clean and jerk - along with basic fundamental movements such as the squat and deadlift. This course follows your pace of learning and can cater to those with little or no experience.
When: Wednesday 1, 8 and 15 February 2023, 6-7pm
Location: Lakeside Weightlifting, Lakeside Country Park
Cost: £60.00 for the course, with follow-on membership 10% for the first month
Please wear flat soled shoes and bring refreshments. All participants must complete the medical questionnaire at the booking stage. Contact Liz on 07891646667 with any questions before the course.
Self Defence Martial Arts
This martial arts and fitness programme is brought to you by Aspire UMA Academy.
When: Tuesdays from 10 January 2023, 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Location: YMCA Eastleigh, North Stoneham
Cost: 8 weeks for £64 with 20% discount if ordered online with 'BOOST23' before 17 January 2023
Participants should arrive 5 minutes early with a towel, water and wearing loose fitting comfortable clothing.
Pole and hoop fitness
Aerial hoop uses a steel hoop hung from the ceiling to learn a range of moves, that combine into a sequence - both are perfect for those wanting to build strength and confidence.
When: From 10 January 2023: Pole - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6pm - 7pm. Hoop - Wednesdays, 6pm - 7pm
Location: Dynamic Strength and Fitness, Boyatt Wood
Cost: Class pass £36.00 for four classes or £10.00 per class
Participants need to wear anything they feel comfortable in, but remove any jewellery and watches that may catch on the equipment and make sure you cover your legs for hoop classes. Avoid using any lotions and creams that may make the equipment slippery or hard to grip.
Boxing
Eastleigh Amateur Boxing Club are providing these friendly mixed sessions, with a particular recruitment drive for women, to improve fitness, strength and build confidence.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 January 2023, 7.15pm - 8.30pm
Location: The Hub, Bishopstoke
Cost: prices vary
Bootcamp
Geefit Bootcamp Eastleigh are a very supportive and friendly community who train to get fit but most of all have fun whilst getting fit. No class is the same and they use a variety of equipment for an hour of weighted, body weight exercises and cardio.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6pm and 7pm, Saturdays 8.30am, from 9 January 2023
Location: Wide Lane Sports Ground, near Southampton Parkway Station
Cost: promo offer of four weeks for just £9.99
parkrun
Learn new skills and enhance your health and happiness in the great outdoors whilst making new friends, feeling part of your local community and improving your fitness. Your run will be timed, so you can build on your PBs or even aim for that course record!
When: every Saturday, 9am
Location: Itchen Valley Country Park, Fleming Park, Royal Victoria Country Park
Cost: free