BPL - BARNSLEY WELL BEING PROGRAMME (TIER 2)

The Barnsley Wellbeing Programme is a free 12-week initiative. It supports you to make positive lifestyle changes to help you manage and control your health.

Leisure activities are recognised as a proven way of helping people with their health problems and medical conditions. It can also reduce the risks of heart disease and other illnesses. Research shows that physical activity can also:

• Boost self-esteem, mood, sleep quality and energy.
• Reduce your risk of stress, depression, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

What does the programme include?

The wellbeing programme includes:

• An initial one-hour health assessment at the Metrodome Leisure Centre, Hoyland Leisure Centre, Royston Leisure Centre or Dearnside Leisure Centre.
• A gym tour and programme to start your healthy lifestyle journey.
• One-to-one and group support to help increase your awareness of diet, nutrition and physical activity.
• Check-ins on weeks four and eight to review progress and see what’s working for you – you can contact the team any time for additional support.
• Diet and nutrition support from an onsite nutritionist throughout the programme.
• A full review and evaluation at week 12 to record the progress you have achieved.
• Unlimited access to gym, swim and group exercise classes for 12 weeks.
• 12 weeks of free access to BPL’s home workout online portal Your Space at Home. This is so you can work out in the comfort of your own home.
• Upon completion, you will be eligible for our discounted referral membership.

How can I join the programme?

In order to join the programme you must meet all of the following criteria:

• Be aged 18 or above
• Be a resident of Barnsley or registered with a Barnsley GP
• Have a BMI of 25 – 40

If you meet all the above criteria, you can apply for the programme on the BPL Community Health webpage. You can also be referred to the programme by your GP practice. You don’t need to make an appointment. Just contact your GP practice and request a referral to the BPL Tier 2 weight management programme.

What if I don't meet the referral criteria for the Wellbeing Programme?

BPL offer a subsidised health referral programme for those who do not meet the criteria for the wellbeing programme. The subsidised health referral programme accepts referrals through GPs and through self-referrals.

The programme also runs for 12 weeks with appointments in weeks 1, 4, 8 and 12. It provides a personalised gym programme alongside other lifestyle support.

The subsidised health referral programme costs £27.50 a month to attend, with no joining fee or minimum contract requirement.

Please contact us for more information and how to access the programme.