9:30-10:00 Move it with Meg 

Kick off Sheffield Women's Health Week with Megan from Pinder Dance Productions for a fun-filled Wake and Shake session to get you moving and energised! 

Get your body moving to feel-good music from wherever you are – whether it's in the classroom, at home, or anywhere you choose! This live session, streamed on our YouTube channel, brings everyone together to celebrate women’s health while staying active. 

Let’s unite, have fun, and move to feel good! 

Join the virtual session here: https://youtube.com/live/c-PRxTHge2w?feature=share

Find out more about Pinder Dance Productions: https://www.pinderdanceproductions.co.uk/

12:00 - 13:00 Mettle Girlstrong Taster sessions

Strength training is a fantastic way to build fitness, strength, and overall health—especially for women. However, getting started can feel overwhelming, and mainstream gyms can sometimes be intimidating.

The Mettle GirlStrong programme is designed specifically for women, led by expert female coaches in a supportive and welcoming environment. This taster session is a chance to experience GirlStrong firsthand, meet the coaches, and explore the excellent training facilities at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC). Whether you're new to strength training or looking for a fresh approach, come along and give it a go!

Venue: Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre, Olympic Legacy Park, 2 Old Hall Road, Sheffield, S9 3TU.

Places are limited. Book yours here: https://forms.gle/mMzv7CUiwJMZQJ3K9

Find out more: https://www.mettle.zone/programmes/girl-strong

10:30-12:30 Women's Guided Health Walk 

Join Ranger Katy Knight, supported by Helen Taylor from SOAR, for a gentle walk and talk around Parkwood Springs. This relaxed, welcoming stroll for women follows surfaced paths at a slow pace, with plenty of tea, biscuits, and good conversation along the way. It’s a great opportunity to connect with nature and others in a supportive environment. 

Location: Meet at the Shirecliffe Road car park.  

If you have any mobility issues and would like to discuss or any other questions, please email katy.knight@sheffield.gov.uk

11:30-12:30 Pelvic Strength Class 

Join Róisín O'Bentley, founder and lead physiotherapist at Thrive – Physiotherapy for Women for a free Pelvic Strength Class taster session - a supportive and engaging introduction to building pelvic floor strength, improving mobility, and boosting confidence. 

This session is designed for all fitness levels, providing practical techniques to help you take control of your pelvic health. Learn how full-body movement - not just kegels - can support bladder control, core stability, and overall well-being.  

Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot! 

Venue: English Institute of Sport Sheffield (EISS), Coleridge Rd, Sheffield S9 5DA 

Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1255451111069?aff=oddtdtcreator

Find out more about Thrive – Physiotherapy for Women: https://thrive-physiotherapy.co.uk/

18:00-19:00 Lift the Curfew 

 Join us for a special walk or run event, inspired by the Let’s Lift the Curfew movement. Launched in October 2023, this initiative amplifies women’s stories and concerns about staying active outdoors during the darker months while calling on society to play its part in making outdoor spaces safer for all. 

 Whether you walk or run, this event is about solidarity, empowerment, and reclaiming the night. Join us and keep the conversation going - because everyone deserves to feel safe moving outdoors. Thank you for lifting the curfew with us! 

Please meet at 17:45 for an 18:00 start, outside the English Institute of Sport Sheffield (EISS) on Coleridge Rd, Sheffield S9 5DA. 

Find out more about the Let’s Lift the Curfew campaign: https://www.thisgirlcan.co.uk/our-partnerships-and-projects/lets-lift-curfew

13:00-13:30 Dance Mama Taster Session 

Join Lucy McCrudden, Founder and CEO of Dance Mama™ CIC, for a fun and inclusive dance session. Experience her specialist approach to delivering high quality dance sessions to perinatal women through this 30-minute taster. It will include a warm-up, instructed dance moves, and an opportunity for you to add your own flair. No previous dance experience necessary to enjoy this opportunity to move. 

Join the virtual session here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5790082266?pwd=NUF2L2Z0cTZrbWlaZzR0elpFYStLQT09

Meeting ID: 579 008 2266 

Passcode: Dancemama 

Find out more about Dance Mama: https://www.dancemama.org/

16:30 - 17:30 Mettle Girlstrong Taster Session

Strength training is a fantastic way to build fitness, strength, and overall health—especially for women. However, getting started can feel overwhelming, and mainstream gyms can sometimes be intimidating.

The Mettle GirlStrong programme is designed specifically for women, led by expert female coaches in a supportive and welcoming environment. This taster session is a chance to experience GirlStrong firsthand, meet the coaches, and explore the excellent training facilities at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC). Whether you're new to strength training or looking for a fresh approach, come along and give it a go!

Venue: Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre, Olympic Legacy Park, 2 Old Hall Road, Sheffield, S9 3TU.

Places are limited. Book yours here: https://forms.gle/mMzv7CUiwJMZQJ3K9

Find out more: https://www.mettle.zone/programmes/girl-strong

9:30-10:30 Girl Power International Women's Day #AccelerateAction HIIT Class! 

Join Natalie for a fun, full-body HIIT workout class, featuring a playlist inspired by the leading ladies in music, as we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with the theme of "Accelerating Action!" 

This adaptable workout suits all abilities, whether you’re a runner looking to enhance your strength or returning to fitness after a break. Led by Dr Natalie Grinvalds, a qualified Personal Trainer and Exercise Referral Instructor, the class alternates between functional strength and cardio, ending with mobility and core work. 

Stay afterward for a chat and enjoy a 10% discount at Sip Locale Café! 

Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/girl-power-international-womens-day-accelerateaction-hiit-class-tickets-1251670563349?aff=ebdsshios