Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.
What will we cover?
The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Warm up and stretch key muscles • Use core muscles effectively when using weights • Perform a series of movements using weights • Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises • Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture • Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement • Improve anatomical knowledge.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
• Practical class work • Following tutor demonstration • Explanations including visualisation • Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor • Group work • Hand outs • Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights. Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.
In person class:
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.
Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.
Madlyn is an experienced yoga teacher and massage therapist who loves to share the joy and transformative power of yoga with with people of all ages and abilities. Having trained in Hatha and Perinatal Yoga, Madlyn now weaves together strength training, restorative movement, and stretching, in gentle sequences. Madlyn’s classes always include breathing exercises, meditation and deep relaxation. Her compassionate style of teaching encourages students to adapt the practice as needed, and to connect with their breath, move mindfully, and relax deeply. Madlyn teaches for organisations, yoga studios, and gyms, as well as teaching and massaging private clients, and leading yoga retreats. Madlyn is a dedicated mum to 2 kids, a dog and a cat, and is a disability advocate, supporting individuals with complex needs. Courses at City LIt include Mixed Level: Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and online Light weights for everyday strength.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
product
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/light-weights-for-everyday-strength174752Light weights for everyday strengthhttps://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024.jpg179179GBPInStock/Courses/Courses/Health & wellbeing/Courses/Health & wellbeing/Wellbeing/Courses/Health & wellbeing/Wellbeing/Fitness/Courses/vm/Wellbeing at City Lit/Courses/vm/Courses to do with friends22851249125012531746164712285124912501653<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p> <div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main">You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners. <br />
<br />
This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.</div>652647050Light weights for everyday strength179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024_29.jpgInStockDaytimeTueOnlineAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-13T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJan 2026Health & wellbeingFLW02179179Light weights for everyday strength143125179Madlyn Ray-Joneslight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw02-2526<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>0000-Available|2026-01-13 00:00:00<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p> </p><p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p><p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p> </p><p>• Warm up and stretch key muscles<br/>• Use core muscles effectively when using weights<br/>• Perform a series of movements using weights<br/>• Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises<br/>• Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture<br/>• Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement<br/>• Improve anatomical knowledge.</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p> </p><p>• Practical class work<br/>• Following tutor demonstration<br/>• Explanations including visualisation<br/>• Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor<br/>• Group work<br/>• Hand outs<br/>• Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge<br/>Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.</p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p><p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p><p> </p>WellbeingFitnessvirtual2647053Light weights for everyday strength179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024_28.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetNo longer available5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-12T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJan 2026Health & wellbeingFLW07179179Light weights for everyday strength143125179Madlyn Ray-Joneslight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw07-2526<p>Enjoy a fun and friendly workout. Improve your strength and muscle tone so that everyday activities including carrying shopping, walking, and climbing stairs become easier. Everyone is welcome for an inclusive class.</p>0015-FullStillOpen|2026-01-12 00:00:00<p>We will get stronger and fitter together! Each class will include a warmup, some gentle cardio movements, strength exercises and stretching. The class is chair-based, with the option of coming to standing or a mat for some sequences. Students will be encouraged to go at their own pace and rest at any time. You will learn to use weights and other equipment and feel more confident and empowered to maintain and increase your strength and fitness levels.</p><p>Enjoy a fun and friendly workout. Improve your strength and muscle tone so that everyday activities including carrying shopping, walking, and climbing stairs become easier. Everyone is welcome for an inclusive class.</p><p>Self-care – joining in at a suitable pace and level - Adapting exercises to suit individual needs - Positive mindset - Using weights and exercise equipment - Substituting exercise equipment for household objects - Learning a range of movements and sequences - Learning a range of strength, mobility, and stretching exercises</p><p>Practice a range of seated, standing, and floor-based exercises safely - Perform warm up and cool down exercises - Practice a variety of stretches to increase flexibility - Feel confident using lightweights and other exercise equipment - Practice cardio exercise to boost your fitness levels - Choose to exercise at your own pace and adapt exercises to suit you</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p> </p><p>Demonstrations, verbal instructions, one-to-one guidance, and encouragement</p><p>Wear comfortable clothing. For online courses the following equipment is recommended: Lightweights (1-3kg) Resistance band (light-medium-strong) Small (25 cm) Pilates ball Foam block Exercise mat Upright chair/ stool</p><p>Repeat the course or sign up for any other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p><p> </p>WellbeingFitnessvirtual3001331Light weights for everyday strength179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024_31.jpgInStockDaytimeTueOnlineAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-04-14T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allApr 2026Health & wellbeingFLW03179179Light weights for everyday strength143125179Madlyn Ray-Joneslight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw03-2526<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>0000-Available|2026-04-14 00:00:00<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p><p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p>• Warm up and stretch key muscles<br/>• Use core muscles effectively when using weights<br/>• Perform a series of movements using weights<br/>• Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises<br/>• Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture<br/>• Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement<br/>• Improve anatomical knowledge.</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p>• Practical class work<br/>• Following tutor demonstration<br/>• Explanations including visualisation<br/>• Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor<br/>• Group work<br/>• Hand outs<br/>• Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge<br/>Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.</p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p><p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p>WellbeingFitnessvirtual3001337Light weights for everyday strength179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024_32.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-04-13T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allApr 2026Health & wellbeingFLW08179179Light weights for everyday strength143125179Madlyn Ray-Joneslight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw08-2526<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>0000-Available|2026-04-13 00:00:00<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p><p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p>• Warm up and stretch key muscles<br/>• Use core muscles effectively when using weights<br/>• Perform a series of movements using weights<br/>• Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises<br/>• Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture<br/>• Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement<br/>• Improve anatomical knowledge.</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p>• Practical class work<br/>• Following tutor demonstration<br/>• Explanations including visualisation<br/>• Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor<br/>• Group work<br/>• Hand outs<br/>• Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge<br/>Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.</p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p><p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p>WellbeingFitnessvirtual3003343Light weights for everyday strength7979https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/light-weights-for-everyday-strength-flw06-1024_33.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-07-09T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJul 2026Health & wellbeingFLW097979Light weights for everyday strength797979Madlyn Ray-Joneslight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw09-2526<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>0000-Available|2026-07-09 00:00:00<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p><p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p>• Warm up and stretch key muscles<br/>• Use core muscles effectively when using weights<br/>• Perform a series of movements using weights<br/>• Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises<br/>• Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture<br/>• Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement<br/>• Improve anatomical knowledge.</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p>• Practical class work<br/>• Following tutor demonstration<br/>• Explanations including visualisation<br/>• Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor<br/>• Group work<br/>• Hand outs<br/>• Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge<br/>Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.</p><p><strong>For online class:</strong></p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p><p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p>WellbeingFitnessvirtual143,79179,79125,79FLW02,FLW07,FLW03,FLW08,FLW09NONETue,Mon,Thu13/01/26 - 24/03/2616:00 - 17:0016:0017:0010 sessions (over 11 weeks)105-10 weeksWeekdayOnlineOnline,Keeley StreetMadlyn Ray-JonesBeginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allAvailable courses,No longer available2026-01-13T00:00:00+00:00,2026-01-12T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-14T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-13T00:00:00+00:00,2026-07-09T00:00:00+00:00DaytimeJan 2026,Apr 2026,Jul 2026Health & wellbeing79179,79Light weights for everyday strengthlight-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw02-2526,light-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw07-2526,light-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw03-2526,light-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw08-2526,light-weights-for-everyday-strength/flw09-2526<p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>,<p>Enjoy a fun and friendly workout. Improve your strength and muscle tone so that everyday activities including carrying shopping, walking, and climbing stairs become easier. Everyone is welcome for an inclusive class.</p>0000-Available|2026-01-13 00:00:00<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p> </p>,<p>We will get stronger and fitter together! Each class will include a warmup, some gentle cardio movements, strength exercises and stretching. The class is chair-based, with the option of coming to standing or a mat for some sequences. Students will be encouraged to go at their own pace and rest at any time. You will learn to use weights and other equipment and feel more confident and empowered to maintain and increase your strength and fitness levels.</p>,<p>You will learn to lift light weights safely to improve muscle tone and help with everyday living such as walking and climbing stairs. Each session will focus on specific muscle groups and build the previous session to gradually build strength. You will learn all of the basic principles and techniques before being introduced to more challenging exercises. Variations are given for exercises to meet the needs of individual learners.</p><p>Improve your strength and muscle tone so everyday activities including carrying heavy shopping, walking and climbing stairs become easier. Enjoy this light weights class to music with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch. Enjoy this light weights class with a gentle warm up and cool down stretch.</p>,<p>Enjoy a fun and friendly workout. Improve your strength and muscle tone so that everyday activities including carrying shopping, walking, and climbing stairs become easier. Everyone is welcome for an inclusive class.</p><p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p> </p>,<p>Self-care – joining in at a suitable pace and level - Adapting exercises to suit individual needs - Positive mindset - Using weights and exercise equipment - Substituting exercise equipment for household objects - Learning a range of movements and sequences - Learning a range of strength, mobility, and stretching exercises</p>,<p>The course will cover topics including the advantages of building muscle as we age, good technique, using weights effectively and safely, using good posture and care engagement, importance of warm up and cool down.</p><p>• Warm up and stretch key muscles<br/>• Use core muscles effectively when using weights<br/>• Perform a series of movements using weights<br/>• Perform muscular strength and endurance exercises<br/>• Have a working knowledge of how to improve standing posture<br/>• Choose to work at an appropriate and effective level for each movement<br/>• Improve anatomical knowledge.</p>,<p>Practice a range of seated, standing, and floor-based exercises safely - Perform warm up and cool down exercises - Practice a variety of stretches to increase flexibility - Feel confident using lightweights and other exercise equipment - Practice cardio exercise to boost your fitness levels - Choose to exercise at your own pace and adapt exercises to suit you</p><p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p> </p>,<p>Suitable for all levels, including those new to exercise.</p><p>• Practical class work<br/>• Following tutor demonstration<br/>• Explanations including visualisation<br/>• Some one-to-one guidance from the tutor<br/>• Group work<br/>• Hand outs<br/>• Use of images, repetition and some anatomical knowledge<br/>Although there is no specific work set outside of the class, students will gain most benefit if exercises are performed regularly and practised between classes.</p>,<p>Demonstrations, verbal instructions, one-to-one guidance, and encouragement</p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p>,<p>Wear comfortable clothing. For online courses the following equipment is recommended: Lightweights (1-3kg) Resistance band (light-medium-strong) Small (25 cm) Pilates ball Foam block Exercise mat Upright chair/ stool</p>,<p><strong>For online class:</strong></p><p>You may wish to buy a pair of light weights. We recommend you choose between 1kg;1.5kg; 2kg; 2.5kg; 3Kg, to suit your fitness level. Alternatively, the class can be done without weights.<br/>Have a mat or towel to do floor exercises, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.</p><p><strong> In person class:</strong></p><p> Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Weights and yoga mat will be provided.</p><p> </p><p>Information on books will be given during the course, but these are not essential. Avoid eating at least one and a half hours prior to exercising.</p><p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p><p> </p>,<p>Repeat the course or sign up for any other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p><p> </p>,<p>Other courses in the Health and Wellbeing department.</p>WellbeingFitnessconfigurable
