Exercise Referral

The Exercise Referral programme from Places Leisure is designed to help individuals with long-term health conditions improve their health and wellbeing through safe, tailored physical activity.

Over 12 weeks, participants receive personalised support from qualified Exercise Referral Instructors, including:

  • Initial health assessment to set goals and review current health
  • Programme support sessions for guidance, encouragement, and progress review
  • Mid-programme and final evaluations to adjust plans and celebrate achievements
  • to centre facilities and support after the programme ends

All participants benefit from a discounted Premium membership, which includes unlimited access to the gym, pool, and group workout classes during and after the programme.

Who is eligible?

  • Asthma
  • Arthritis
  • High blood pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity
  • Depression or anxiety
  • Osteoporosis

How to access: Referrals can be made directly by healthcare professionals. For more information or to make a referral, visit the programme overview or contact your local centre.

Cost: Discounted membership rates apply. Please contact your local centre for details.

Supportive environment: The programme is delivered in a welcoming, safe setting, with ongoing support to help you continue your exercise journey beyond the initial 12 weeks.

Categories:
Exercise and fitness classes
Activities for older people
Sports clubs and groups
Sports facilities
Connecting with nature
Getting active
Healthy lifestyle
Information and advice
Managing a long-term health condition
Mental health
Services for older people
Social prescribing
Service access criteria:

Who is eligible?
Individuals with a range of long-term health conditions are welcome to join the Exercise Referral programme, including: Asthma, Arthritis, High blood pressure, Diabetes, Obesity, Depression or anxiety, Osteoporosis

 

Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Hearing impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Learning difficulty friendly
Physical disability friendly
Dementia friendly
Non English speaking friendly
Health, Physical Activity, Exercise,
Who can refer: Professional referrals only
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