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Move it or Lose it!

Fun, friendly exercise to improve strength, flexibility and confidence

Move it or Lose it! is a welcoming, low impact exercise class designed to help you feel stronger, more mobile and more energised whether you’re living with a long term health condition, struggle with balance or simply want to stay active in a friendly, sociable environment.

All exercises can be done seated or standing, making this class accessible to everyone.

What Is Move it or Lose it?

Move it or Lose it! is an expert designed programme that helps older adults and people with longterm conditions stay active safely. Classes focus on building everyday strength, improving cardiovascular health and enhancing flexibility and balance.

The class focuses on:

  • Improving flexibility
  • Strengthening major muscle groups
  • Boosting aerobic (heart and lung) fitness
  • Supporting better balance and coordination
  • Increasing overall confidence in movement

Who Is Move it or Lose it For?

Move it or Lose it is ideal for:

  • Adults who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance or aerobic capacity
  • People with longterm health conditions such as COPD, cancer or heart disease
  • Individuals who cannot exercise standing due to balance challenges
  • Wheelchair users
  • Adults who want to exercise in a relaxed, friendly, social setting

Why Staying Active Matters

Regular movement helps maintain independence, confidence and wellbeing particularly if you’re living with a longterm condition. Move it or Lose it helps you:

  • Build strength to support joints and daily activities
  • Improve your heart and lung health
  • Boost stamina and energy levels
  • Support mental wellbeing through social interaction
  • Improve posture and balance
  • Reduce the risk of falls
  • Enhance daily function and quality of life

What to Expect in a Move it or Lose it Class

Each session includes a combination of simple, accessible movements that can be performed seated or standing, depending on what feels most comfortable for you.

  • Flexibility Exercises
    Gentle movements to reduce stiffness and improve joint mobility.
  • Strengthening Exercises
    Safe, controlled exercises to build muscle strength and support your joints.
  • Aerobic Exercises
    Light cardiovascular activity to improve stamina and heart health.
  • Balance & Coordination Work
    Movements that help reduce falls risk, build confidence and support independence.

You will also complete a short health questionnaire and quick initial assessment at your first class.

When & Where Can You Join?

Move It Or Lose It takes place at the centres listed below.

Days and times vary by centre, so please check your local timetable online or in the Everybody app for up-to-date session details.

Congleton Leisure Centre

Prices & Eligibility

Everybody members can enjoy this class as part of their membership.

Pay as you go prices: £4.65

How to book

You can book Move it or lose it: 

  • Online – via the live timetable
  • Through the Everybody App
  • By contacting your local Everybody centre
Book a Move It Or Lose It Session

Need Help Choosing the Right Programme?

If you’re unsure whether Be Steady Be Safe is right for you, our Everybody Healthy team can help you decide.

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