Activity on Referral

Activity on Referral is a county wide scheme whereby GP's and Health Professionals can refer physically inactive people onto a tailor-made exercise programme to assist and support them to make healthier lifestyle choices.

How does it work?

If your GP or Health Professional feels your health or medical condition would benefit from you becoming more active, you could be referred to your local leisure facility. A qualified instructor will then prescribe a personal exercise programme for you, which will be carried out under the safe guidance and supervision of qualified instructors.

Who is it for?

To be eligible for the scheme you must be; over the age of 16, inactive, and suffer from a medical condition that would benefit from a  programme of exercise

What happens next?

Once referred onto the scheme you will be invited to attend a consultation with a qualified gym instructor from your chosen site. The instructor will carry out some simple health checks, discuss your choice of activities and then write you an exercise programme specific to your goals. The programme will last for 12 weeks and will be under the supervision of trained instructors. 

How much does it cost?

There is a small charge for the activity sessions, which is offered at a subsidised rate. The cost of these sessions will vary depending on the activity and facility.

For more information about the scheme contact: Jackie Browne on 01604 236455 Email: JBrowne@northamptonshire.gov.uk