Exercise on referral scheme
activeforlife
...has been helping people in forest heath to become fitter and more active for over 14 years. Our Exercise on Referral scheme is for people who are referred to us by a health professional such as a GP, Practice Nurse or physiotherapist and would benefit from a more active lifestyle.
“More than 75% of women and 63% of men don’t take enough physical exercise to benefit their health. When you are more active you feel better, your health improves and you get more out of life”
Reasons for referral may include:
High Blood pressure
Diabetes
Depression/ Anxiety
Obesity
Asthma
Circulatory disease
Bone and joint problems
What happens on the scheme?
Our experienced instructors will help guide you towards a healthier lifestyle, encouraging you towards regular physical activity and offer advice on healthy eating, help with stopping smoking and how to combat stress.The referral is for 12 weeks and you are invited to attend twice each week and we tailor your activity to your ability and fitness
The initial assessment costs £15.00 / £9.00 Discount & Concession payment is required at the assessment appointment. Cost per session £4.00 / £3.00 Discount / £2.00 Concession. For full details of our Active Leisure Card Concession scheme please contact your local leisure centre or swimming pool or click on this link
What activities are available?
Cardiovascular sessions and Resistance/strength in our fitness studios
Aquagym and Swimming at our swimming pools
Group Exercise classes at our leisure centres and swimming pools
Signposting to: Smoking Cessation support,
Weight management classes, Local Health Walks,
Chair based exercise classes and Community support programmes
Which practices are part of the scheme?
Angel Hill Surgery, Burwell Surgery, Elbourne, Forest Group, Lakenheath, Linton Surgery,Market Cross, Oakfield Surgery, Orchard House, Red Lodge,Rookery Medical Centre, Staploe Surgery, Victoria Surgery, WhiteHouse and Wickhambrooke Surgery
Other health professionals that can also refer you include Dieticians, Community Psychiatric Nurses and Physiotherapists
How do I get started?
If you feel you would benefit from the scheme please speak to your GP, Practice Nurse, Community Psychiatric Nurse or physiotherapist on your next visit. Your health professional will complete a referral form and ask you to phone one of our leisure centres or swimming pools for an assessment appointment.
Brandon Leisure Centre (01842) 813 748
Mildenhall (Dome) Leisure Centre (01638) 717 737
Newmarket Leisure Centre (01638) 782 500
Mildenhall Swimming Pool (01638) 712 515
Please remember to bring your completed referral form with you when attending your assessment. Welcome to the start of your healthy new life!