A weekly free fitness class to encourage mums and their daughters to exercise together is starting in Cwmbran.

The eight-week trial starts on Wednesday 17 January from 6pm to 7pm at Cwmbran Stadium. It has been organised by Cwmbran Community Council and the class is being run by Torfaen Sports Development team.

Each week participants will try out different fitness classes including pilates, circuits, and exercise to music.

Councillors at the events and community projects committee meeting on Monday 8 January were told that “around 20” people had shown interest in the class since it was first advertised.

Participants must book their place each week by calling the community council on 01633 849 070 or emailing [email protected]