Active Wellbeing

Previously Up & Active

What is Active Wellbeing?

Our Active Wellbeing offering in Pendle is focused on supporting, creating and improving healthy lifestyles. Our wide range of services provides specialist programmes for those managing health conditions, as well as enjoyable activities designed to improve physical, mental, and social health for all ages. Check out our services below.

Active wellbeing 12 month pathway

Exercise Referral Programme

The Active Wellbeing referral programme is a 12-week course of physical activity. Exercise options include chair-based exercise, group exercise, strength and balance sessions, back strength and stability sessions, therapeutic horticulture and gardening, water-based activities, gym and power-assisted gym. 

To be eligible for this programme, you must be at least 16 years old, inactive and have one or more stable health conditions. Conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, musculoskeletal problems or injuries, or mental health issues such as anxiety or depression.

Healthy Weight Programme

This FREE educational programme (with no physical activity) is suitable for those who want to learn and understand about food and how to develop a healthier relationship with it.

How does the programme work?

This free programme runs for 10-12 weeks and will include:

  • Topics and tips about food, drink and physical activity
  • Emotional wellbeing and support

Is the programme for you?

  • You must be 18+
  • You must have a Body Mass Index between 25-45
  • You must have a Pendle postcode

 

Healthy Hearts Programme

Our cardiac rehabilitation programme aims to support individuals who have experienced a cardiac episode which may or may not have resulted in a surgical intervention. The 12-week programme aims to teach individuals about safe, effective exercise in a controlled, supervised group, therefore helping them build confidence, resume the activities they enjoy and feel in control of their condition. Alongside the exercise, the programme aims to support individuals with their overall well-being, offer emotional support and offer the chance to meet people who have been through similar experiences.

How does the programme work?

  • The programme runs for 12 weeks led by our Cardiac Rehabilitation Officer.
  • Upon receiving your referral, you will be invited for a face-to-face initial assessment, determining your eligibility for the programme.
  • Each week the programme will include sessions of physical activity which have been selected as most appropriate.

Who Is this programme for?

  • Anyone diagnosed with a cardiac condition in the last 2 years, provided that a referral form from a doctor can be obtained.

For any questions, please contact the team on 01282 661664

 

Your Move Menopause

More than 33 million women in the UK will experience menopause. It can affect every part of someone’s life – their body, mind, job, and even social life.

Moving through menopause can help. Below, we list how what we already offer can help support your body and mind:

After menopause, lower oestrogen levels mean your bones can become weaker. This can increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Your muscles also get smaller with age. Movement can help slow these changes:
 
  • Weight-bearing activities such as walking and dancing help keep your bones healthy.
  • Strength activities like lifting weights, using resistance bands, or bodyweight exercises (like squats or push-ups) can help keep muscles strong.

Oestrogen helps protect the heart. When levels fall, your risk of heart disease increases. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of illness after menopause.
 
Regular aerobic exercise will help support cardiovascular fitness
  • Gym
  • Swim
  • Classes
  • Basically everything we offer

Many find it harder to manage their weight during and after menopause. This can be because the body burns energy more slowly and stores fat around the tummy.

Moving your body helps by:

  • Keeping muscles strong so your body burns more energy
  • Supporting digestion and energy levels
  • Helping manage weight when combined with good sleep, healthy eating, and drinking less alcohol
What we offer:
• Healthy Weight Programme
• 12 Week transformation
• Personal training
• Exercise Classes (majority)

Menopause can bring mood changes, anxiety, and low energy. Moving your body helps your brain by releasing endorphins — natural “feel-good” chemicals.  This can help lift your mood and reduce stress.

 

Self-care (practicing mindfulness, yoga, or relaxation techniques) helps calm the nervous system.

Some people find it harder to think clearly during menopause. They may forget things or feel mentally tired. Movement can help your brain by:

  • Improving blood flow – activities like walking, cycling or swimming, PlayLu and exercise classes
  • Reducing stress with strength and balance exercises, Spa Wellness Experience and spa treatments
  • Mixing movement with calm activities like Yoga or Tai Chi, to ease mental tiredness

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your bladder and bowel. These muscles can weaken before and after menopause. This may lead to urine leaks or accidents.

You can do pelvic floor exercises (also called Kegels) anywhere. They are quick and simple. These exercises work best when you also do other strength activities such as:

•    Yoga & Pilates
•    Group Centergy

Group exercise during menopause improves social connection, reduces feelings of isolation, and builds a supportive community.
  • Ladies-Only classes and gym sessions for comfort and privacy
  • Feelgood Suite
  • Aquarhythmics
  • Popular classes such as Bums and Tums
  • Walking Groups

For more support and information, visit the Menopause Charity

Melodies & Memories

Join us for the next Melodies & Memories event at The Muni Theatre, Colne.

The perfect afternoon of nostalgia for those who have difficulties with memory, those who may feel socially isolated, or anyone who would love to connect with others with a shared love of music.

Free event, all welcome!

Other Activities

Strength & Balance

A low-impact session aiming to improve strength, stability & confidence in movement. This session is for all fitness levels and uses a combination of bodyweight exercises, resistance bands and walking techniques to support with everyday activities and reduce the risk of falls whilst also strengthening key muscle groups & improving balance. 

Take a look at what you can expect here.

Light Circuit

A session designed to improve movement quality and gently improve fitness levels.

Take a look at what you can expect here.

Back Stability & Strength

Build a stronger back with simple moves that improve posture and reduce pain. This gentle circuit supports recovery at your pace.

Supervised Gym

A supervised gym session is a workout guided by one of the Active Wellbeing Team, who offer support, advice and ensure exercises are performed safely and effectively. Ideal for building confidence, improving technique and staying motivated.

Introduction to Feelgood

An opportunity to try power-assisted machines, ideal for all fitness levels, including those with mobility or health conditions, in our Feelgood Suite at Pendle Leisure Centre in Colne (included only for the first 12 weeks).

Take a look at what you can expect here.

 

Stop Smoking Support

Stop smoking with Smokefree Lancashire

We are working with Smokefree Lancashire to offer FREE support for those who wish to Commit To Quit.

For any questions, please contact the Active Wellbeing team on 01282 661664

 

Walking For All – Pendle

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Meet the Team

Amy

I have worked for Pendle Leisure Trust for over 12 years in various roles. I originally started with the Sports Development team and for the last 5 years have worked for the Up and Active team as the Healthy Weight Lead Co-ordinator. Within this role, I have created and delivered our Eat Well, Keep Well Weight Management Programme for adults, as well as a more recent program, Eat Well, Play Well, for healthier families.

My hobbies include keeping fit, going for swims, runs and working out in the gym. My biggest passion is spending time with my little girl and family, as well as socialising with friends. It’s important to have a balanced lifestyle.

 

 

 

Dan

I have spent the last 8 years in the fitness industry, from managing within a commercial gym to being face-to-face on the gym floor with clients as a personal trainer, to my current role as a health activator working with specific clients. This means that I have picked up extensive knowledge over the years, learning about the industry from different points of view. I am very much a people person and have always been approachable and forthcoming to meeting new people and helping them achieve their goals.  

Fitness is a crucial part of general health and wellbeing; it helps to create a routine, keep the body healthy and strong, which in turn helps to support a longer, healthier lifestyle.

Having the ability to help people improve their fitness and well-being is something I hold highly. Meeting all of the inspirational people who challenge themselves and make improvements to their health makes it a great experience for me.

My specialist areas are Exercise Referral, Strength & Balance training, Falls prevention, Strength Training, and Functional Training.

Fiona

I have been a part of Pendle Leisure Trust for over 3 years, having done multiple roles. I started off in Sports Development before moving to the Healthy Weight Co-ordinator role I currently hold. My current role is focused on supporting people to lose weight. I’m also the Pendle Hub Adviser, which involves having the initial conversation with people who wish to refer to our Up & Active programmes.

I enjoy keeping myself active, whether that be in the gym, doing gymnastics or going on walks. I also love spending time with my friends and family and travelling to new places. 

 

 

Client Testimonials

 

 
I’ve never been a gym fan and had no intention of going to one but then the heart issue happened and I figured it was needed. Emma was a great support taking me through each session, showing me how to do the exercises correctly especially building up my walking which I then put into practice when out walking my dogs. I actually ended up enjoying going and I have now joined  the gym.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Client
 
Derek & I joined Tom’s circuit class about 2 years ago (myself after being told by the rheumatologist to try some exercises to strengthen bones and Derek had made a good recovery from a stroke). It’s the best thing we’ve done joining Up & Active. We both feel mentally and physically good after each class, a real boost, and it’s added another dimension to our lives, we look forward to it as it’s a very sociable class as well as keeping us both fit.
Derek & Judith Smith
 
After suffering a bad accident and the physiotherapist indicating I wouldn’t get much movement back, I decided to try Up and Active. I have never been interested in physical activity much before, and I always thought it would be boring. However, with Tom’s help, I started doing light circuits and thoroughly enjoyed it. I was then offered a weight management course with Fiona which I thought would definitely be boring, but it was totally the opposite and with the combination of the two classes it helped me lose 2 stone in weight. I also had dabbled in the gym to get some strength back but then as a member you are entitled to 1 free PT session per month so I approached Jordan the gym instructor who drew me up a plan to specifically target the muscles I had damaged, and I can really feel the benefit not just physically but also psychologically. I cannot recommend it enough as everyone is really friendly and supportive and all this for the price of 2 coffees per week!
Tim Forster
 
Meeting new people and making new friends has been an added bonus. As soon as you enter the Centre you are greeted by staff that are welcoming and helpful. All the members of the exercise group are friendly and supportive. There is no sense of competition. We chat our way through the exercises and the hour flies by in no time
Elaine Lockley
 
I feel like a new bloke and my partner is extremely happy I’ve done it. Undoubtedly, it’s changed my life but shopping takes a bit longer as always reading the calories on packaging as well as checking out the traffic light system on them.
Eat Well, Keep Well Client
 
I am so pleased it is not a ‘diet’ but changing habits and educating you towards a healthier lifestyle
Eat Well, Keep Well Client

 

 

 

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