Wellness Programme
Become more Active.
It’s time to start focusing on your health. Our highly-trained fitness instructors are ready to get you started with a variety of enjoyable physical activities to choose from.
Being more active (even in a small way) will set you on the path to a happier, healthier you.
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SESSION TIMES
EVESHAM
Wednesdays - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DROITWICH
Wednesdays - 11:30am - 12:30pm
Fridays - 11:45am - 12:45pm
We work with local GPs & Health Professionals who refer patients to a 12 week programme run by qualified exercise & health professionals based at Rivers Fitness’ Leisure centres.
Invest in your health today by purchasing your 12-week course at £55.20, that’s only £4.60 per session! Speak to your local centre to secure your place on the course.
This programme is the perfect way for people with health conditions to increase physical activity levels and improve health.
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The Wellness Programme covers a wide amount of health conditions, which includes; asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, as well as mental health conditions & Covid-19 rehabilitation.
The full list of conditions accepted onto the scheme can be found at bottom of page.
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We provide you a fully qualified GP Referral specialist to offer full guidance & advice how you can begin to live a safe & healthy lifestyle. It also includes access to our to our state-of-the-art & ego-free facilities.
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Simply speak to your Healthcare Professional and ask if you fit the eligible criteria to start a GP referral scheme.
If they have our wellness cards: please bring one to reception for proof of referral.
If they don’t have Rivers cards: Please ask your Healthcare Professional to provide a referral note & then e-mail our Health & Fitness Manager, Sam Busby on samb@wychavonleisure.co.uk
Par-Q Form is available to collect from reception if you’re unable to print a copy at home. Please note, you will need to complete this form and bring it with you on your first day.
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To be eligible you must be 16 years & over, classed as ‘inactive’. In this case, inactive is classified as doing less than 30 minutes moderate activity two-days a week & have one of the conditions in the list.
If you have been regularly active (two or more times a week of exercise) then you will not be accepted onto the scheme but can be recommended alternative membership options.
Conditions The Programme Covers:
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Obesity
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Stable Hypertension
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CHD - Angina Pectoris
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Stress
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Mild Depression
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Osteoarthritis
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Back Pain
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Diabetes - 1/2
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Hyper Cholesterol
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Asthma
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Anxiety
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Osteoporosis
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Joint Replacement
Have you got a heart condition?
If you’ve got a heart condition, such as heart disease or suffered from a heart attack, we would recommend looking our Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase 3 & 4. You’ll get specialist support to regain/build your fitness & get a chance to socialise with others in similar situations. Qualified Nurses are also available.