Men’s Health Week: Free health checks and advice
Come and get involved in our free programme of activities in support of Men’s Health Week. You can check your vital health stats, get access to health advice and resources, come and try a workshop or exercise session.
Take some time this week to check in with yourself and observe what’s happening in your body and mind. Encourage your friends and family to do the same. This simple act can make a significant difference in your life or someone else’s.
Men’s Health Week Activities:
Self-service health checks
If you’re short on time you can check your vital health stats in just five minutes with our self -service health kiosks at Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre and The Castle Leisure Centre. They are free to use and are located in the foyers.
30 minute health and fitness checks
Meet with one of our health and fitness experts to check your vital health stats and help you understand what they mean. You can then take some basic physical tests to check strength, mobility and fitness. Just choose the ones you want.
- Mobility check
- Simple strength test (Bodyweight squats in 1 minute)
- Cardio starter challenge (5-minute brisk walk on the treadmill
Where: The Castle Leisure Centre
When: 30 minute sessions are available during the following times.
Monday 10 June: 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5:30pm, Tuesday 11 June: 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5:00pm, Wednesday 12 June: 7am to 9am, Thursday 13 June: 8am to 11m and 5pm to 7pm, Saturday 15 June: 10am to 2pm and Sunday 16 June: 2pm to 4pm
Where: Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre
When: 30 minute sessions are available during the following times.
Monday 10 June: 9am to 1pm, Tuesday 11 June: 5pm to 7pm, Wednesday 12 June: 9am to 1pm, Thursday 13 June: 5pm to 10pm, Friday 14 June 6pm to 8pm
How to book:
Please call the leisure centre or visit reception.
Exercise Workshops and Classes
Come and join in a workshop or class led by one of our Fitness Motivators.
Gym Floor HIIT Class: 45 minute high intensity fitness blast at Dulwich Leisure Centre, Monday 10 June: 12:30pm and 5pm
Gym Floor Strength Workshop: Learn how to lift weights effectively in this 45 minute workshop at Dulwich Leisure Centre, Tuesday 11 June: 2pm and 5pm and Sunday 16 June 10am and 2pm
Spin Class: Feel the exhilaration of a group indoor cycling class at Seven Islands Leisure Centre, Saturday 15 June: 9:30am to 10:15am
Core and posture analysis at Dulwich Leisure Centre, Saturday 15 June: 11am, 12 pm, 1pm and 3pm
How to book:
Please call the leisure centre or visit reception.
Men’s only swim session: supporting mental health
Swimming, like all exercise, releases endorphins in your brain. These are the feel good hormones. They help to increase positivity and bring about a sense of wellbeing and happiness. Join us for a one-hour men’s only swim session to float, swim, relax and enjoy the calm of the water.
Where: Camberwell Leisure Centre
When: Thursday 13 June, 7pm to 8pm
Free weight loss 12-week programme for men
We run a weight loss programme for men of over 45 who either live in or are registered with a GP in Southwark. Over 90% of men who take part lose weight, get more active, reduce stress and improve their mood.
>> Lose weight with free help: find out if you’re eligible today
Get a free health and wellbeing MOT
Get blood pressure and healthy weight checks at a free event. You can also get advice on diabetes, cancer screening, smoking, alcohol, mental health, and more
Get help to stop smoking
The Southwark Stop Smoking Service provides 12 weeks of free, confidential one-to-one stop-smoking support which is available in-person or via the telephone service
Walk and talk groups for mental health
Join The Proper Blokes Club for weekly walks along the south side of the Thames path on Thursdays at 6:30pm. Enjoy great views of the river to help you clear your mind and meet a great community