NHS Rotherham are inviting the public to ‘move it’ and get more active by offering a series of taster sessions for activities at this year’s Rotherham Show.
The annual event – the largest of its kind in the north of England – attracts a range of exhibitors and thousands of visitors every year.
The NHS Rotherham marquee will be situated close to the Middle Lane entrance and staff will be encouraging visitors to take part in dance and exercise sessions ranging from cheerleading to Bollywood dancing, football skills to salsa.
Helen Wyatt, Patient and Public Engagement Manager at NHS Rotherham said: “The one thing that will make the biggest contribution to improving health in Rotherham is for everyone to do a little more exercise. This doesn’t have to be joining an expensive gym it can simply be walking more in your daily routine or taking up a regular exercise class. The health tent this year will give a taster of sessions that take place across Rotherham – come along and join in, there will be something for everyone!”
Staff will be on hand throughout the weekend to provide ideas of activities that can be done at a low cost for all the family, they will also be able to sign post members of the public to local clubs and organisations providing activities and classes.
There will be games and competitions for children, and staff will be providing information and advice on staying healthy.
The Rotherham Show takes place on 11th and 12th September at Clifton Park, Rotherham. Visit Rotherham Council website for more details.
Saturday 11 September
| Time | Event |
| 10 am - 12 noon | Keepie-Uppies and leg before wicket - sport with the stars! Rotherham United Community Sports Trust provide a variety of fun sports activities for all ages to enjoy including football, cricket and boccia - plus some great giveaways for the children! |
| 12 noon - 12:30 pm | Gentle exercise class |
| 1 - 1:30 pm | Bollywood Exotic, spiritual, but more importantly, great fun! |
| 2 - 2:30 pm | Street Think you could rival ‘Diversity’? Come and try out some street moves! |
| 3 - 3:30 pm | Latin Ever fancied taking part in ‘Strictly’? Now’s your chance to try out a few hot latin dance moves. |
| 4 - 4:30 pm | Salsa Ever fancied taking part in ‘Strictly’? Now’s your chance to try out a few hot salsa dance moves. |
Sunday 12 September
| Time | Event |
| 10 - 11 am | Disco dancing We don’t think Travolta had anything on Rotherham folk – come and strut your stuff to start the day! |
| 11 - 11:30 am | Cheerleeding Come and shake your pompoms and anything else you fancy, for a taste of high-school activity. |
| 12 noon - 12:30 pm | Backsercise Gentle exercise to strengthen your back and prevent back pain. |
| 1 - 1:30 pm | Hoola hoop Wiggle your hips and take up our challenge and pick up a hoop! |
| 2 - 2:30 pm | Bollywood Exotic, spiritual, but more importantly, great fun! |
| 3 - 3:30 pm | Street Think you could rival ‘Diversity’? Come and try out some street moves! |
| 4 - 4:30 pm | Latin Ever fancied taking part in ‘Strictly’? Now’s your chance to try out a few hot latin dance moves. |
| 5 - 5:30 pm | Salsa Ever fancied taking part in ‘Strictly’? Now’s your chance to try out a few hot salsa dance moves. |
Last reviewed: 16/09/2010
