Physical Activity Consultant
The Physical Activity Consultant (PAC) for Nuneaton & Bedworth Leisure Trust's role is to assist in the reduction of inactivity and ill health throughout Nuneaton and Bedworth, concentrating on those who currently have an element of cardio vascular disease (CVD) or are at the risk of developing.
Although our consultancy service is free, the cost of activities does vary. However in most circumstances we are able to provide concessionary rates for clients, and in some cases specific activities are free.
You are eligible for the PAC Scheme if you fall into any of the below categories;
- Aged between 11 - 75 years.
- Live within a health ward
Abbey, Attleborough, Barpool, Bedworth Heath, Camphill, Wembrook. - Previously had a stroke (CVA or TIA)
- Heart disease - including heart attacks and angina
- Diabetes Type 1 and 2
- Kidney Disease
- Currently overweight or obese
- Currently inactive
- currently a smoker willing to quit
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Respiratory issues - including COPD and Asthma
Aims of the Physical Activity Consultant
- Raise awareness of the benefits of exercise and physical activity
- Offer informal, friendly advice and assistance
- Actively work with local residents to increase activity levels
- Improve clients' lifestyles through nutrition, diet and exercise advice
View a flyer for more information.
Look below to see what's on offer!
1-2-1 Clients and Home Visits
This comprehensive service begins with the initial consultation and fitness assessments to ascertain the clients needs. A suitable programme is then tailored to suit the physical activity needs of the client. A thorough induction is then completed. The clients programme and fitness tests are then reviewed every 4 - 6 weeks with programme updates if needed. This will continue until the client has achieved their goals or is able to continue without support
Seated Exercise Class
This class is a chair based aerobics and strength work class. Its aimed at anyone with Parkinson's, MS, ME, stroke, muscular dystrophy, clients with limited mobility and other debilitating disorders.
This class is every Wednesday 2pm - 3pm at Pingles Leisure Centre and cost £2.10 per session
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Respiratory Classes
These classes are based at Bedworth Leisure Centre and cost £2.10 per session for adults and £1 per session for juniors. The classes are a circuit based session including cardio, resistance, free weigh and powerplate exercises.
All new clients MUST have a consultation with PAC prior to attending the class. These classes accommodate clients who suffer with; shortness of breath, COPD, asthma, chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Adults classes +16 years - Thursday 12pm - 1pm
Junior Classes 12 - 16 years - Monday 4pm - 4:30pm
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Junior Gym
This session is for Juniors aged 12 - 16 years and is a structured gym session of cardio and body weight exercises. The session is every Tuesday 4pm - 5pm at Bedworth Leisure Centre and costs £2.10
Exercise Referral Classes
These classes are for PAC clients only. The classes are a 12 week course with set gym programme at discounted rate. All clients have the option to buy additional vouchers to attend another discounted gym session.
These classes are for anyone aged 16 years and over, classes cost £2.10 per session classes are on;
Monday 12pm - 1pm at Pingles Leisure Centre
Thursday 2pm - 3pm at Bedworth Leisure Centre
Stroke Class
The stroke class is a light exercise class designed to improve movement in stroke patients. The class was initially set up to help transfer stroke clients from a hospital environment to a fitness environment.
If you would like more information about any of the Physical Activity Consultant's activities please contact Anneka Ransome on (024) 7640 0547, 07789 705097 or via email anneka.ransome@nbleisuretrust.org