LOVE ACTIVITY NNUH
This page is designed by the NNUH Physiotherapy Department for use by patients, relatives, carers, and hospital staff, to make it easier to access information about local physical activity opportunities.
Several of these organisations are NHS England-run services (e.g. Active Norfolk), and may overlap with other services listed here. Other links related to services provided by individuals, companies or charities.
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is not responsible for the quality or accuracy of any information, service or advice provided by any of the organisations listed below. The Trust is not recommending any particular service or service provider.
If you have a medical condition or have not done any physical activity recently, it is advisable to speak to your GP or a healthcare professional before embarking on a new exercise regime.
If you want us to make additions or changes to this list, please e-mail LoveActivityNNUH@nnuh.nhs.uk
Links to activity programmes are listed below in alphabetical order
Broadly Active
Broadly Active Exercise Referral Scheme is an individualised exercise programme. It must be prescribed by your doctor, nurse, physiotherapist or pharmacist. It can help with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, high cholesterol, anxiety and depression and low back pain.
The link provided contains a referral form which can be downloaded and taken to your doctor, nurse or physiotherapist.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 430487 | N/A | Across Broadland |
| You can find out more about Broadly Active here | ||
Dance to Health
Dance to Health is a new, nationwide pioneering falls prevention dance programme for older people. Combining evidence-based physiotherapy with the creativity and energy of dance.
Available in Norfolk and online.
Follow the link provided to find out more regarding session dates and locations.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01993870157 | Free | Multiple locations in Norfolk |
| You can find out more about Dance to Health here | ||
Exercise Referral Scheme
The Exercise Referral Scheme is aimed at adults aged 16+ with a medical or long term health condition that would benefit from increased physical activity. Includes gym based programmes, exercise classes, water-based exercise and supervised health walks. Suitable for adults with high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, high cholesterol, anxiety, back pain and stress.
Please note that the referral form must be taken to and discussed with your doctor, nurse, physiotherapist or pharmacist.
Please follow the link or speak to your relevant healthcare professional to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Cost | Location | |
| Multiple areas across Norfolk | ||
| You can find out more about the exercise referral scheme here | ||
EXTEND Exercise
EXTEND is a National Organisation, who run exercise classes at many locations throughout Norfolk and the UK. The classes run in a variety of settings, from village halls and sports centres to nursing homes. Classes are suitable for people with a disability and the older person to challenge their fitness levels, from the very active to the not so active. Exercises can include seated exercises and movement to music.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Cost | Location | |
| Please enquire | Multiple locations throughout Norfolk | |
| You can find out more about EXTEND here | ||
Family & Fitness in later life
A welcoming, supportive and popular programme of activities for the over fifties, and includes everything from yoga to walking football, gentle stretching to Zumba Gold. The Fitness In Later Life (FILL) offers you the chance to develop a positive, healthy and active lifestyle amongst people with similar interests. Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 592 398 scsa@uea.ac.uk | £0-£5 depending on membership | UEA Sports Park, Norwich |
| You can find out more about the programme of activities here | ||
Feel good fitness
Feel Good Fitness involves exercise and wellbeing sessions including pilates, exercise and massage. Sessions aim to improve your posture, balance, strength and flexibility. Claire Gurney is a qualified Pilates and fitness instructor. She can help you to stay healthy and improve your fitness, through exercise and advice, specific to you, your health and your goals.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 07776 044304 | Variable | Norwich, Acle, Mattishall |
| You can find out more about Feel Good Fitness here | ||
Goalball Norfolk
Goalball is a game played by two teams of three players. It is open to both male and female visually impaired athletes, and sighted players can also play domestically. Goalball Norwich is suitable for adults and children.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 07876 145918 | N/A | City College, Norwich |
| You can find out more about Goalball here | ||
Inclusive Multi-Sport Club
The UEA SportsParks Inclusive Sports Club (drop-in) run weekly and welcomes disabled groups, disabled individuals (16+) and their carers. The club offers many activities from yoga and dance to badminton and athletics.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact Details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 591261 | £1.50-£4.85 depending on activity | UEA Sportspark Norwich |
| You can find out more about the Inclusive Sports Club here | ||
Mid Norfolk Workout Group
The Community Volunteering Charity works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone. Whether by conserving a well-loved outdoor space or bringing people together to promote social cohesion, our varied activities connect people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both. Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 07546 722454 | Free | The TCV runs many sessions throughout the week and areas include Norwich, North Walsham, Mid-Norfolk, Great Yarmouth, Gorleston and Kings Lynn. |
| You can find out more about the Mid Norfolk Workout Group here | ||
Singing for Wellbeing
Sing Your Heart Out is a series of singing workshops (not a choir!) for people to get together and enjoy themselves, and to gain the known benefits to mental health from singing. No need to book and nothing to pay. Just turn up at any of our sessions and you will be made welcome.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| Only Online | Free | Norwich, Kings Lynn, Attleborough and Great Yarmouth |
| You can find out more about Sing Your Heart Out here | ||
Special Olympic Athletics
Special Olympics Athletics is an inclusive club run at the UEA Sportspark, Norwich, and is suitable for adults with hearing impairment, visual impairment, learning disability, physical impairment and mental health.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Location | |
| 07948 353245 | UEA Sportspark, Norwich | |
| You can find out more about Special Olympics Athletics here | ||
Sport Action for women after cancer
Sport Action for Women After Cancer or After Cancer Exercise (ACE) is a group organised to help all those diagnosed with, or recovering from cancer to get fit, meet others in the same situation and either learn a new sport or renew their sporting activities. Sessions include badminton, yoga and aqua stretch and are also available for men.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 592398 | £3-£4 | The UEA SportsPark, Norwich |
| You can find out more about Sport Action for Women After Cancer here | ||
The Garage
Whether you are returning to something you once loved, or want to explore new things, our classes for adults offer a wide choice of dance genres, as well as classes in theatre and singing. You will find yourself creatively challenged, and technical sessions will grow your confidence and ability. Pre-recorded fitness package is also available.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 283382 | 50+ Ballet and Contemporary classes are both £139.20 for 12 week Term. Over 65’s and concessions receive 10% off | Chapel Field North, Norwich |
| You can find out more about The Garage here | ||
This Girl Can (Norfolk)
This Girl Can aim to break down the barriers preventing women from participating in sport. Suitable for women looking to increase their levels of physical activity. Opportunities throughout Norfolk and a variety of sports on offer including cardio workouts, running, football and netball.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Contact details | Cost | Location |
| 01603 732 333 | Varies | Multiple areas across Norfolk |
| You can find out more about This Girl Can here | ||
Walking for Health
Walking for health walks are led by friendly, specially trained volunteers who are on hand to provide encouragement and support, and make sure no one gets left behind. The walks are short and over easy terrain, and are open to everyone but are especially aimed at those who are least active.
Please follow the link or contact details provided to find out more about these sessions and if they are appropriate for you.
| Cost | Location | |
| Free/Donations | Multiple areas across Norfolk | |
| You can find out more about Walking for Health here | ||