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 and a personalised 12-week programme 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 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 if using the gym facilities. By attending this session you will receive an Active Card that will provide you with the discount for the referral scheme.
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 scheme.
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.
Gym Sessions – Learn how to use the gym equipment at your own pace with a large variety to choose from. One of our instructors will support and guide you with an individual programme to suit your needs.
Swimming – Choose from a variety of options from casual swimming, aqua for health to learning how to swim. Swimming is a great way to improve fitness and make new friends. Swimming is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits.
Yoga – This class is ideal for all fitness levels and helps to improve posture and flexibility, strengthen the whole body and keep your mind in tune with your body.
Walking – A daily walk can help you become healthy, maintain weight, prevent various health conditions, strengthen your bones and muscles, improve your mood and improve your balance and coordination.
COPD – Specialist classes for people going through the Pulmonary Rehabilitation scheme. The programme supports and helps clients to learn to exercise safely and effectively in a controlled environment. Classes are fun and highly social.
Gentle Exercise Classes – ideal for those who are new to exercise and want a gentle introduction to a studio based class. This class will get you fit and tone key muscles.
Walking Football – Is an excellent way of keeping fit, the game is played at a slower pace, it helps players improve strength, improve muscle and increase core stability. The sessions are fun, competitive and very social.
Sit and Get Fit Classes – Gentle chair based exercise improve balance, co-ordination, strength mobility and improves muscles, balance and flexibility.
Zumba – Join the Zumba party for fitness and fun. A fusion of Latin and international music what will target every major muscle in the body.
Aerobics – This fun exercise class uses moves to music, perfect for your heart rate and burning fat. Ideal for those who wish to improve fitness levels and lose weight.
Pilates – This class uses controlled movements, helping to lengthen and tone muscles to build core strength and flexibility.
Tai Chi – This very popular class uses slow-motion, meditative moves which challenges postural muscles, balance and flexibility.
Cardiac Classes – Are specialist classes for people going through Cardiac Rehabilitation and follow guidelines from the British Association of Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation. The programme supports and helps clients to learn to exercise safely and effectively in a controlled environment. Classes are fun and highly social.
Aqua Fit – Takes place in the shallow end of the swimming pool. This fun and gentle class is ideal for beginners with the aim to tone the whole body without any added pressure on the joints.
Line Dancing – Not only helps to maintain physical health but mental health also at the same time. It decreases the risk of diseases like dementia, it boosts energy levels, helps to manage weight, reduces the risk of heart disease, increases stamina and most importantly it is fun to do.
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/ Health professional 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:
The initial telephone consultation is free.
Gym & Classes £4.20 per session
Swim £3.20 per session
12-week ultimate membership for £60 includes Sauna, Steam, and Badminton.
Please note: all activities such as gym, classes, and swimming are heavily discounted, but 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 telephone consultation is free.
Gym & Classes £4.20 per session
Swim £3.20 per session
12-week ultimate membership for £60 includes Sauna, Steam, and Badminton.
Please note: all activities such as gym, classes, and swimming are heavily discounted, but 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.
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