Developing new skills in Wembley
Age doesn’t need to slow down personal growth and discovery. In fact, it's a golden opportunity to explore new interests and expand your horizons.
Many clients at Home Instead Wembley love an opportunity to learn a new skill. If this idea appeals to you, there’s plenty of classes available, whether you reside near Wembley, Stanmore, Edgware, Sudbury, Ealing or nearby. Wembley offers a range of classes and programs tailored to older adults, providing you with a chance to learn, connect, and thrive. Let’s dive into some fantastic options that await you…
Art Classes: Unleash Your Creativity
The Slightly Curious Studio on Ealing Rd, Hatton Rd, Wembley is a hub of creativity and exploration, offering a variety of art and craft classes for individuals of all ages. If you’ve ever wanted to dive into painting, pottery, or other artistic activities, now is a perfect time to start! Their friendly and inclusive environment ensures that older adults feel comfortable and inspired as they learn and create. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, these classes provide a wonderful opportunity to express yourself and make new friends along the way. By making creativity accessible, it is the perfect opportunity to expand out of your comfort zone and be creative!
You can select a booking slot or enquire about group bookings or private classes online at The Slightly Curious. The studio is open at different times during the day to offer flexible class times and its wheelchair accessible.
Staying Healthy: Well-being classes
The Yellow Community Centre on Humphry Repton Ln, Wembley Park is a wellness destination that offers a range of activities designed to promote physical and mental well-being. From their social knitting and crochet class to ladies only fitness sessions and creative coffee mornings, older adults can enjoy lots of classes and workshops tailored to their needs and hobbies. From gentle yoga to mindfulness practices, these activities can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle while connecting with a community of like-minded individuals. The supportive atmosphere at The Yellow encourages aging adults to prioritise self-care and embark on a journey towards better health.
You can enquire about classes online or call 020 3219 2245. Lots of classes are available for you to drop in whenever you fancy! The facilities are wheelchair accessible with parking and public transport nearby.
Activities with Learn Ealing
With an impressive range of classes tailored to older adults, Learn Ealing offers plenty of environments to try new things and seek new skills! From sewing and painting to writing and photography, there is plenty of opportunities to learn something new. Through classes, you’ll not only develop skills but also join new communities and learn alongside like-minded individuals! From money management, upcycling textiles, creative writing, drawing, learning digital skills… The list goes on!
If you are wanting to try something new or jump back into a favourite hobby, creativity knows no age bounds- so why not try a learning class? Enquire about learning opportunities and classes on 020 8825 5577 or check out the website at Learn Ealing to find a class near you.
Keeping Active: Fitness Classes
Leisure Centres are a great place to enrol in classes and learn new skills. Exercise activities can offer wellness and strength for aging adults so why not explore the offers around Wembley? Leisure Centres provide an extensive range of group fitness classes, offering aging adults to engage in both physical and mental growth. Whether it’s low-impact exercises tailored to specific needs or stimulating group activities, exercise classes ensure that learning new skills never stops, regardless of age. From yoga to aqua aerobics, every class becomes a space to learn, challenge, and build connections with like-minded individuals.
Explore exercise classes at local leisure centres and discover how embracing learning through fitness can lead to a healthier, happier, and more fulfilled life! Here are some which offer great activity classes in the area: Aspire Leisure Centre in Stanmore, BurntOakLeisureCentre in Edgware, and Kingfisher Leisure Centre in Sudbury. With each offering older adult friendly classes, why not try something new?
Wellness Activities with Chalkhill Community Centre
For older adults aged 65 and above, Chalkhill Community Centre offer an amazing new project called ‘Stay Well’ offering learning opportunities and engaging classes. It is a 2-year long project that focuses on improving mental and physical health and wellbeing of aging adults as well as supporting their memory function. It involves Weekly Exercise Classes, Weekly Activities Sessions, Well-Being Walks and 2 Celebration Events across the year.
The project is open to all Brent residents, so why not try something new and meet some like-minded individuals and enjoy a new skill! If you are keen to explore their many opportunities, you can find their centre located in The Welford Health Centre on 113 Chalkhill Road, Wembley or call them on 020 8385 1836. The Centre is wheelchair accessible, and the leaders of each activity can make adjustments for individuals who may need extra support.
Activities with Brent Hub
Brent Council offers a wide range of activity classes to get involved in. There are lots of outdoor gyms surrounding Wembley which provide free instructor-led classes, offering plenty of opportunities to get some fresh air and exercise! From fitness and wellness sessions that promote active lifestyles, to art and creative workshops that awaken artistic talents, these classes not only offer knowledge and skills but also provide a platform for aging adults to form new groups and friendships. Some classes include: outdoor gyms, Hockey clubs, music, lunch clubs… the list goes on!
If you are keen to try a new activity or expand your skills with any hobbies, check out their great range of learning and classes available in your area with Brent Council. Whilst expanding your horizons, you will join like-minded individuals along the way and enjoy new experiences and opportunities.
We hope you enjoy trying out these learning opportunities and classes around the Wembley area. Who knows – we might see you at one of them sometime in the future!
And if you’d like to know more about the services we provide at Home Instead Wembley, don’t hesitate to give us a call – we’d be delighted to share the ways we can support your loved ones.