A health programme for people with medical conditions is to be launched at four council leisure centres.
Gedling Borough Council is introducing a 12 week health programme called DNA Health, for people aged 16 or over who are physically inactive and suffering from health problems. The aim of this scheme is to provide people with conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression, diabetes and obesity an opportunity to experience different types of physical activities which will improve their long term health. The health programme will be available at Carlton Forum, Calverton, Arnold and Redhill Leisure Centres.
There will be different classes taking place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, including circuit training, fitness classes and swimming will also be available at a discounted rate. To sign up, eligible people must complete the referral form, which is available from the council leisure centres, GP surgeries and libraries.
Prices for the first 12 weeks vary between £2 and £3 per session. A monthly contract or pay as you go will be available after the 12 weeks. The 12 week programme will then start from the date of registering.
Cllr Henry Wheeler, Portfolio Holder for housing, health and well-being said: “This is a great programme to help people with medical problems such as stress, anxiety and depression to get back into shape and have a healthy lifestyle and feel better about themselves. It’s good value for money and could reduce the need for people to see GPs in the long term.”
To find out more about the programme, people can contact Leisure services on 0115 901 3697 or visit their local GP.
