We will send you a text message once we have received your referral form inviting you to make an appointment. Please ring us on 0161 207 7000 to make an appointment.
They can access a wide range of physical activities at a specially reduced rate and get advice on the best type of exercise to meet their individual needs. Once you have been referred onto the scheme you will receive a consultation, health check and a personalised 12 week plan designed specifically for your needs.
We will send you a text message once we have received your referral form inviting you to make an appointment. Please ring us on 0161 207 7000 to make an appointment.
Your consultation will be completed via telephone and take around 20 – 30 minutes. You will then be invited in for a face to face appointment to have a show round of the facilities, a gym induction/programme. By attending this session you will receive an Active Card that will provide you with discounts on a wide range of OCL products.
At the induction we will provide:
All the Exercise Referral Team are advanced instructors and highly experienced. They will explain and guide you into becoming more active and answer any questions or concerns you have about the programme.
For your initial induction please bring with you a copy of your prescription or a list of any medication you may be on.
After you’ve completed your one to one appointment you are
now ready to start your exercise.
An instructor will discuss your goals. We will also provide you
with an individual programme.
If at any time you need any support you can contact us to
discuss your progress.
At week 10 we will contact you again to make your next appointment
for your final week 12 assessment.
At this appointment you will have opportunity for us to update your
programme and discuss your progression.
For more information, Download the Exercise
Referral Booklet here.
There are a wide range of activities both gym based and class based to choose from for patients that have been through rehabilitation programmes.
If you feel that you would benefit from the scheme, are 16 and over and are suitable to join then you need to speak to your GP/Practice Nurse/Health professional about being referred. Your GP or practice nurse will complete a referral form and give you our contact details.
The benefits of being more active are:
Exercise Referral is suitable for anyone who is currently inactive and has any of the following health conditions:
You can Pay as you go for 12 weeks, or we have a fantastic exclusive offer to join as a member on our Classic or Ultimate Membership. The Ultimate Membership gives you unlimited use of the Gym, Classes, Pool and Sauna and Steam Room facilities on a 12 month basis with 50% off your first 3 months. All activities such as exercise classes, swimming and gym sessions are heavily discounted and are not free.
Frequently Asked Questions
The exercise referral scheme is aimed at people over 16 years of age, who are not used to being regularly physically active and have a medical condition. The scheme is designed to provide opportunities to exercise that are fun, rewarding and that can be incorporated into everyday life.
The scheme targets clients who are diagnosed with chronic disease providing an opportunity for referrals to access a high quality supervised exercise programme to improve health and wellbeing.
There are a wide range of activities both gym based and class based to choose from for patients that have been through rehabilitation programmes. You will be able to access a wide range of activities.
Activities include:
The benefits of being more active are:
If you feel that you benefit from the scheme, are 16 and over and are suitable to join then you need to speak to your GP/Practice Nurse/Health professional about being referred. You GP or practice nurse will complete a referral form and provide you with a copy.
The Exercise Referral Scheme is suitable for anyone who is currently inactive and has any of the following health conditions:
The initial consultation is free and then you can either pay as you go for 12 weeks, or we have a fantastic exclusive offer to join as a member on a Classic or Ultimate Membership. The Ultimate gives you unlimited use of the Gym, Classes, Pool and Sauna and Steam Room facilities on a 12 month basis with 50% off your first 3 months. All activities such as exercise classes, swimming and gym sessions are heavily discounted and are not free.
The Exercise Referral Team is here to help you achieve your goals within physical activity and are able to offer advice and assistance.
For further information please call 0161 207 7000 or email referral@ocll.co.uk
For specialist classes including COPD/CHD referrals call 0161 207 7000 or email reach@ocll.co.uk
To request further information and documents about the Oldham Active Exercise Referral Scheme, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch.
Please contact us using the form below and send us a message.
Alternatively you can telephone our Contact Team on 0161 207 7000. We look forward to hearing from you.