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Being interviewed on live TV – that\u2019s another thing off the bucket list!<\/h3>\n

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When retired teacher Sandra Falconer, 75, first heard about The Joy Club \u2013 an online activity club for retirees\u00a0\u2013 she never expected that within a year of signing up, she would be appearing on national television to talk about her experiences as a member.<\/p>\n

Sandra\u2019s journey started when she took up the offer of a one-month free trial last year.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was feeling a bit down with lockdown so I looked into it,” she explained.<\/p>\n

“I tend to be cautious about giving bank details to online advertisers so the free one-month trial was a massive incentive and I decided to give it a go.”<\/p>\n

Over the next few months, Sandra, a divorced mum of six from Middlesborough, found that the Club helped to broaden her interests.<\/p>\n

Having been initially drawn to the weekly creative writing class and the art classes which are held fortnightly, Sandra also tried yoga and is now interested in having a go at Tai Chi.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe classes give me something to look forward to and bring structure to my week,\u201d she says. \u201cI feel that I\u2019m learning things, which I love.<\/p>\n

“Importantly, I\u2019ve made friends with people I\u2019d never have met under other circumstances.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019ve been able to meet people from all over the country.<\/p>\n

“I have made so many online friends through the club that there is always someone I know in a new class or group. There\u2019s a real community feeling.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In December, Sandra even appeared on Sky News with The Joy Club\u2019s founder and CEO, Hannah Thomson.<\/p>\n

They were invited to talk about how the Club is inspiring people to try new activities and make new connections after they retire.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was a little nervous,\u201d says Sandra who also enjoys other online classes such as Nutrition with Valentina and an Introduction to blogging.<\/p>\n

\u201cI had done radio interviews before \u2013 and have even read my poetry on the BBC \u2013 but at the end of the day, you\u2019ve got to feel the fear and do it anyway \u2013 that\u2019s my philosophy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reflecting on her TV appearance, Sandra believes that it has helped her to feel more confident.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019m the sort of person who needs to have a little worry before I do something.<\/p>\n

“It wasn\u2019t as bad as I\u2019d feared. In fact, I like to think that this might have given something to other people.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Joy Club runs a wide variety of classes and activities including Pilates, aerobics, mindfulness, belly dancing, as well as offering talks from experts and music recitals.<\/p>\n

Membership is just \u00a35 a month. All classes are live but a recording is released each Saturday for members to watch again at leisure.<\/p>\n

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Come and join The Joy Club<\/h4>\n

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If you are retired or semi-retired and want to make the most of this new chapter in your life, then why not see what The Joy Club has to offer?<\/p>\n

All new members receive a one-month, no obligation free trial of Premium membership (normally \u00a35 per month) which gives you access to unlimited live online events and the opportunity to connect with other members.<\/p>\n

You won\u2019t be asked for your card details when you sign up, so you won\u2019t be charged unless you choose to upgrade to Premium membership at the end of your trial.<\/p>\n

To learn more about The Joy Club, please visit .<\/p>\n

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