Exercise Referral
Guidance for Healthcare Professionals
Our Exercise Referral programme is the ideal opportunity to introduce physical activity to individuals with long-term health conditions in a safe and welcoming environment, enhance their overall health and well-being, and provide a foundation for long-term behaviour change.
Engaging in regular physical activity can positively impact weight management, mental well-being, muscle and joint functions, and heart health. It not only helps manage existing conditions but also serves as a preventive measure against other health complications.
Our programme offers 12 weeks of tailored content designed to empower People to self-manage their conditions with increased confidence, and continue their exercise journey in the future.
Programme overview
Our programme is tailored to provide our Customers with the best care at every step of the way.
As part of the programme, Customers will also receive all the benefits of our Premium membership at a discounted rate, which includes unlimited access to the gym, pool, and classes.
Find out more here:
Exercise Referral programme overview
Exercise Referral programme overview
Week 1: Initial health assessment (60 mins)
• Meeting with the Exercise Referral Instructor
• Register onto a discounted membership, which includes the Exercise programme, alongside unlimited gym use, pool use, and group workout classes during and after the programme
• Explain how to access and use the centre
• Review pre-appointment questionnaire alongside current health and set goals for progress
Week 2: Programme support session (30 mins)
• Mid-programme personalised guidance and encouragement
• Discuss successes and challenges around activity, discuss techniques and modifications, review current progress, and identify next steps
Week 6: Mid-programme appointment (30 mins)
•Review mid-point questionnaire, including progress at this halfway point, and adjust programme as appropriate
• Discuss exercise goals and techniques
• Ensure safety and effectiveness
Week 12: Programme evaluation (30 mins)
•Review final questionnaire, reflect on progress and successes, discuss ways to continue to be active following completion of the programme
Post-programme support
• Continue to access the centre facilities with their membership
•Various exit pathways are available and can be discussed based on your needs
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
Make your referral today
If you feel your patient's health conditions(s) is deemed to benefit from this programme, please directly refer into our programme via the link below.
If you have any further questions, please contact your local centre.
What our customers say
We're proud of impact our programmes have on our Communities, from improving physical wellbeing to supporting with a range of health conditions.
You can hear from two of our happy members on their experience with our programmes.
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