Everyone Active’s Exercise Referral Scheme is designed to help people with long-term health conditions become more active and improve their overall wellbeing. The programme provides a safe, welcoming environment for individuals with underlying medical conditions or those at risk of developing them, supporting long-term behaviour change through regular physical activity.
What does the scheme offer?
- A tailored 12-week programme to help you self-manage your condition with confidence.
- Initial appointment with an Exercise Referral instructor to discuss your needs and preferences.
- 6 and 12 week reviews to support your progress and help you stay motivated.
- Activities may include walking sports or groups, chair-based exercise, swimming, group exercise classes, water-based activities like Aqua Fit, and gym-based exercise.
- Social sessions to help you meet others and build connections.
Who can join?
- Adults (16+) who are inactive and have a low or moderate risk long-term condition, such as asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, osteoporosis, or are recovering from Covid-19.
- If you have been regularly active for more than three months (two or more times a week), you may be recommended alternative membership options.
How to access the scheme:
- Speak to your GP, nurse, physio, or other healthcare practitioner for a referral.
- Once referred, you will be contacted to arrange your initial appointment.
Cost: This is a chargeable scheme. Prices may vary per site or activity, with pay-as-you-go and direct debit options available.
Benefits: Regular physical activity can help manage weight, improve mental health, enhance muscle and joint function, and benefit heart health. The scheme is designed to help you manage existing conditions and protect against future health complications.
Testimonials: Members have reported improvements in mobility, pain management, and mental wellbeing. The supportive group environment and personalised approach are frequently praised.
Get started on your journey to a healthier, happier you with Everyone Active’s Exercise Referral Scheme!
18+ with long term health conditions.
If an Individual presents with any of the following contra-indications to physical activity then our Exercise referral specialists will contact the referring practitioner to discuss the referral before accepting:
Instable Angina
Systolic blood pressure >180 and/or diastolic>100 mmHg
BP drop> 20mmHg demonstrated during ETT
Resting Tachycardia > 100 BPM
Uncontrolled atrial or Ventricular Arrhythmias
Unstable or Acute Heart Failure
Unstable Diabetes
Febrile illness (temperature over 38 Degrees)