11 May 2012
U3A Foyle opens Northern Ireland's first Active Ageing Centre
BY Pete Hayman
University of the Third Age (U3A) Foyle has announced the opening of Northern Ireland's first Active Ageing Centre, a physical activity and creative centre in Derry-Londonderry.
Located at the institution's Gransha Park home, the development was awarded nearly £490,000 by Sport Northern Ireland and an additional £181,000 by Arts Council Northern Ireland.
An extensive range of physical activity classes are on offer at the Active Ageing Centre, such as Movement to Music Exercise groups; Pilates; Tai Chi; bowling; and yoga.
The activities, which also include art classes, are designed for the over-50s. Funding has also provided by Ulster Garden Villages and Lloyds TSB Foundation for Northern Ireland.
Sport NI chief executive Eamonn McCartan said: "Sport Northern Ireland is delighted to see the official opening of this outstanding facility, particularly in the European Year for Active Ageing."
Details: www.foyleu3a.co.uk
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