New Year Boost
Better Health for 2026
New Year Boost is our annual programme to help residents in the Borough boost their health at the start of the year.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to know where to look or what is on offer, so this campaign provides a one-stop shop of different activities - showcasing the variety and quality of activity providers and venues in the local area.
January/February is a great time to kick-start healthy habits, so take a look at these local activities to see which might be the New Year boosting one you need. Some are free with others providing an entry discount.
This year, activities are split into four categories depending on your potential needs and starting point.
New Year Boost activities are aimed at Eastleigh resident adults (most from 16 years+, unless specified) who are currently doing little to no exercise.
Please wear appropriate clothing to your sessions and bring water to keep hydrated. Some activities have additional joining information and guidance.
Activities now open to book
Getting started
If you're looking for activities to help you get moving, whether it's with support or self-led.
This physical activity scheme (often initially 12 weeks) is designed to assist residents with an existing medical condition, or who lead an inactive lifestyle or are at risk of coronary heart disease.
The first appointment is free, after which the use of leisure facilities incur a charge with a discounted rate for activities that fall under the scheme. Learn more about the scheme
Free organised walks led by a qualified Walk Leader. Walks take place every week throughout the year and across the Borough come rain or shine. Weekly timetable
Join free wellbeing walks around Lakeside or Itchen Valley Country Parks or in Netley, Bursledon and Hamble areas to meet people for a chat and spend time in nature. Check out the latest dates
The smoke cessation service for the Borough is SmokeFree Hampshire. They can help you whether you're a first time quitter, need help with withdrawal symptoms, or could do with regular contact to get you through.
With support you're three times more likely to quit for good with Smokefree Hampshire.
Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, get active, quit smoking or drink less.
Better Health is here with lots of free tools (even self-led apps) for the small things to make a real difference.
There has never been a better time to kickstart your health. Let's do this!
Find your little big thing for your mental health. There are little things we can all do to lift our mood or ease our anxiety – we need to find what works for us.
This could be as simple as taking a walk in nature, prioritising our sleep or opening up to a friend. Our little thing, if we keep doing it, will make a big difference to how we feel.
Access tools, advice, support, and complete the Mind Plan quiz
Women only and friendly activities
A special women’s only category highlighting the great activities available locally for women of all levels.
Fair Oak Squash and Racketball offers sessions for ladies over 18 who wish to take up a new sport helping them to learn the basics of playing squash. Location
Sessions run every Tuesday from 13 January to 17 February, 6pm - 7pm
£28 for the six-week course (50% off normal cost).
For enquiries, email the club
Lakeside Weightlifting, based at Lakeside Country Park, brings ladies looking to gain strength - be they mothers or daughters, have physical and mental health challenges, or simply prefer female only spaces.
Learn barbell strength training, including squat / deadlift / press / snatch / clean and jerk - alongside assistance work with dumbbells and kettlebell. Join the novice friendly inclusive group who chat and lift together - we have ladies of all ages all together supporting each other.
Wednesdays and Fridays, 1pm - 2pm.
Free first week session.
For enquiries, email Liz
Aspire UMA Academy brings you Ladies self defence and empowerment from Pavilion in the Park. Take part in confidence-boosting martial arts and self defence training - become prepared, focused and strong. Location
5 January - 23 February, 7pm - 8pm.
Participants must book a free session in November / December (prior to the start date in January) in order to get the 8 weeks for a discount price of £58pp with a free training t-shirt.
£72pp from 15 December.
For enquiries, email the academy
The England Netball programmes Back to Netball and Walking Netball come with lots of hidden extras; building belonging, friendship, community and feeds bodies aching for adventure, helping you rebuild your you. It comes without demand or commitment, offering a warm welcome.
Walking Netball 018s
Places Leisure Eastleigh: Thursdays, 1pm -2pm, £5.00
Hiltingbury Sports: Wednesdays, 10am - 11am, £5.00
Back to Netball O16s
Places Leisure Eastleigh: Thursdays (term time only), 8pm - 9pm, £6.00
Hamble Sports Complex: Mondays (term time only, starting from 12 January), 7.30pm - 8.30pm, £5.25
For enquiries, email Carey
Kick-start
You're ready to get going, but your body isn't ready to go full throttle or needs something at a more leisurely pace.
MAN v FAT Football, with sessions at Stoneham Lane Football Complex, are for men O18 with a BMI of 27.5+. MAN v FAT Football is a network of football clubs for men who want to lose weight. Every player is in the same situation and wants the same thing: to lose weight, get healthier and enjoy football.
Fridays, 8.10pm - 10.30pm.
Register for £1.00, instead of the usual £9.99.
You may qualify for funding via Hampshire County Council for members registering with a Hampshire County Council postcode (excludes Portsmouth and Southampton residents). You'll be able to see if you're eligible before you make a payment to register. Should you not qualify for funding, the fee is £35.00 per month.
For enquiries, email the team
Eastleigh FC Walking Football for O18s with long-term or life-limiting conditions, with or without mobility aids. Strictly non contact. Location
Wednesdays, 2.15pm - 4.15pm.
First two sessions are free, after which it is £2.00 a week.
For enquiries, email the club
New Community Table Tennis Club in Bishopstoke brings sessions for beginners (teenage children welcome when accompanied by an adult). You will be introduced to the basic strokes used in Table Tennis and enjoy games with other participants. Location
Sundays, 4.30pm - 6pm, from 11 January for six weeks. The first week is an introductory session, followed by a Beginners Course for a further five weeks.
Introductory session: £4.00
Five-week Beginners Course £20.00
For enquiries, email the club
These Eastleigh FC Walking Football sessions are for men O55. Location
Mondays, 7pm - 8pm and Thursdays, 11am - 2.30pm.
First session free, then £4.00 per session.
For enquiries, complete 'Join Us' form
Lakeside Weightlifting, based at Lakeside Country Park, brings you strength and mobility for O55s to learn to lift weights and reclaim mobility for health and longevity. Suitable for beginners and those with medical conditions or restrictions, as activities are all adaptive and at your own pace.
The sessions introduce and progress strength training and mobility work for older adults - perfect to reclaim and increase strength and confidence in body movements for life and fitness. We work with each person at their own pace and the group is supportive and fun. We introduce simple unweighted movements first and add weights and complexity as your skill and confidence improves.
Fridays, 2pm - 3pm.
First two sessions free.
For enquiries, email Liz
Adult ballet at The Point Eastleigh, offers a friendly and welcoming ballet class for O18s. Suitable for those who dance regularly or are returning to ballet after a break. This is a mixed ability class and some ballet experience is advisable. Previous ballet training is not essential, but an understanding of turnout and knowledge of the five basic foot positions is required.
7 January - 11 February, 7pm - 8pm
25 February - 25 March, 7pm - 8pm
Enjoy a free taster session, after which £45.00 for half a term or £80.00 for a full school term.
For enquiries and to get free taster session, email The Point
Adult Tap at The Point Eastleigh, offers friendly and welcoming tap classes for O18s. They are friendly, welcoming classes for those beginning to tap dance, or with some basic tap knowledge and designed to develop your technique.
Open Level
8 January - 12 February, 12.15pm - 1.15pm
26 February - 26 March, 12.15pm - 1.15pm
Intermediate Level
6 January - 10 February, time, 7.30pm - 8.30pm
24 February - 24 March, time, 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Enjoy a free taster session, after which £45.00 for half a term or £80.00 for a full school term.
For enquiries and to get free taster session, email The Point
The Places Leisure Eastleigh team provide a programme of classes for new parents. A gentle way to get your body moving safely after having your baby, with a chance to meet other parents and look after your physical and mental wellbeing. Location
Buggy Workout: Tuesdays 11.15am / Thursdays 10am
Postnatal Fitness Pilates: Tuesdays 1.30pm
Parent and baby group cycling: Monday / Wednesday / Friday, 11am
Parent and baby LBT: Wednesdays 1.30pm
Weekly classes begin week commencing 5 January, £3.60pp
For enquiries, email Hannah
Hiltingbury Sports brings you friendly Pickleball group sessions where you can learn the rules and play matches with other people. Location
For enquiries, email the Team Lead
Tuesdays, 11am - 12pm.
£5.00 per person.
Dynamic Aerial Academy in Chandler's Ford brings... Location
Aerial Hoop: Four-week January taster course, Wednesdays, 7pm - 8pm
Step into the spotlight with aerial hoop! Suspended in a graceful steel ring, you’ll explore spins, poses, and flowing movement that combine power and elegance. Perfect for beginners, this class builds core strength and body awareness while letting you express yourself in a fun, supportive space. Come try something new, the hoop is waiting for you!
Aerial Silks: Four-week January taster course, Sundays, 11.15am - 12.15pm
Discover the magic of moving through the air with aerial silks! Using long, flowing fabric, you’ll learn to climb, wrap, and create beautiful shapes that build strength, flexibility, and confidence. No experience needed, just curiosity and a sense of adventure. Start low, move at your own pace, and feel the thrill of flying for the first time!
£40 for the month.
For enquiries, email Beccie
Book through the Groovio app and find 'Dynamic Aerial Academy'
parkrun is an internationally-loved free weekly timed walk or run over 5km each Saturday, 9am. They welcome all ages and abilities to walk, run and jog together.
Eastleigh parkrun and parkwalk
Fleming Park
Email for Eastleigh enquiries
Itchen Valley Country parkrun and parkwalk
Itchen Valley Country Park
Email for Itchen enquiries
Netley Abbey parkrun and parkwalk
Royal Victoria Country Park
Email for Netley enquiries
Push yourself
You want to throw yourself into something to get your heart pumping and start 2026 with a bang!
CrossFit Southampton near Eastleigh Railway Station brings you a blend of hybrid workouts, functional fitness and HIIT training in a fun, coach-led supportive community environment. Location
Offer: FREE two-week taster pass.
Choose from any of our eight classes a day for two weeks, starting on any date in January.
For enquiries, email the team
((BOUNCE)) sessions in Hiltingbury are for anyone who wants a high cardio workout. A brilliant dance-cardio class featuring jumping routines on a mini trampoline, and muscle toning exercises. Location
Tuesdays, 7.05pm -7.50pm.
£6.95 per session.
For enquiries, message on Facebook
South Coast Boxercise in Eastleigh Town Centre provides high intensity fitness and boxing training for over 18s. Location
Sessions run every Monday evening, 7.15pm - 8.15pm.
Offer: Discount for NYBoost participants, £6.50 per class (usual price £8.00).
For enquiries, email Mike
Call 07889 543710 to book and obtain a discount code