Mental health and wellbeing schemes

Exercise referral scheme

Engaging in regular physical activity can positively impact weight management, mental wellbeing, heart health and muscle and joint functions. Being active not only helps manage existing health conditions but also serves as a preventive measure against other health complications.

Exercise referral offers an ideal opportunity for individuals with medical conditions to increase their physical activity and enhance their overall health and wellness.

Our Exercise Referral Membership offers an initial 12-week support programme, tailored to empower individuals to self-manage their conditions with increased confidence. The exercise referral scheme is delivered by Places Leisure.

Who is eligible for the Exercise Referral Membership?

Individuals with a range of medical conditions, such as asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, osteoporosis and rehabilitation from Covid-19, are welcome to participate in the Exercise Referral Scheme.

How to enrol

If you have a medical condition, including those mentioned above, simply consult your GP, nurse, physio, social prescriber or other healthcare practitioner. If you meet the eligibility criteria, they can refer you to your preferred Places Leisure centre.

The Exercise Referral programme comes at a discounted rate and offers great value for money. Please speak to a member of the team regarding prices and payment options available to you.

What is included in the Exercise Referral programme?

Our programme gives you access to expert guidance and exercise prescription from a qualified instructor. Your journey on the programme will include:

Initial health assessment from a qualified instructor
Support on exercise goals and techniques
Personalised guidance and encouragement
Drop-in supervised support sessions
Ongoing support and advice
Access to the gym and swimming pool
Group exercise classes

We want to support your health for the long-term and you will have the opportunity to continue your membership with us after your 12-week programme.

More details

Are you a Health or Social Care Practitioner that would like more information on the Places Leisure Exercise Referral programme? See the Places Leisure website for more details on referring into this programme, or email us at: ExerciseReferralWokingham@pfpleisure.org