City of York Council is adding extra pilates classes for the over 50s, due to popular demand. Sessions run every Tuesday 1pm-2pm at the York RI Sports Ground in Acomb and cost £4.50 a class

The rise in popularity is partly due to the success of the Eng-AGE 50+ Activity day in February. The day allowed people to try a range of sports that are available specifically for the over 50s in York, which include pilates.

Pilates is a great way for men and women to take gentle, low-impact exercise in a fun and friendly environment. It can help to improve posture, balance and core stability, which can all assist a person in living longer.

The Eng-AGE programme, aims to get more people over 50 taking regular exercise, to help keep them active and living independently for longer.