People in Gravesend can get in shape in the new year with a 10 week free course.

The scheme will offer advice about a balanced diet and there will be taster sessions in different exercises.

Anyone over 18 can attend the weekly classes, which run on four different days including a weekend option for people who work from Monday to Friday. 

Previous participants have lost between 5 and 10kg and seen added benefits to their overall health. There is also ongoing support from the team after the 10 weeks finish.

The classes are run by The Grand healthy living centre and start from January 13 in various locations including Cascades Leisure Centre on Tuesday morning, Cygnet Leisure Centre on Friday lunchtime and Saturday morning at Meopham Fitness and Tennis Centre.

Call 01474 32 01 23, email healthyweight@thegrand.org.uk  or visit thegrand.org.uk