Programmes

Fylde Coast YMCA work in partnership with the NHS and other organisations to deliver a series of free and subsidised, health and physical activity programmes for local adults, children and families.

These programmes are on offer within our own centres and in a number of other community venues across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.

YMCA YActive Centre ProgrammesThe programmes aim to help individuals and families become more active, to ultimately have a positive impact on the short and long term health of all programme participants.

Already joined a programme?

If you’ve already joined one of our Y:Active health and physical activity programmes, why not take a look at your programme area within this section of the website for more features and information.

What are the Y:Active Programmes?

We currently offer the following programmes. Check out the individual pages for more information and how to join.

  • Y:Active GP Exercise Referral. If you, a friend or family member suffers from certain health conditions, you could be eligible for this subsidised programme. The programme is for people in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre with a health condition where exercise is deemed an important part of their recovery and progress towards a healthier lifestyle. An individual may be referred by their GP or Health Professional or alternatively Contact Y:Active Programmes Office.
  • Self Referral Scheme: The scheme is operated in partnership with Blackpool NHS and offers subsidised low cost ways for Blackpool residents to get into fitness. Particularly those with one or more of the contributory factors of Cardiovascular Disease including smoking, high blood pressure and family history.
  • Kids Get Active Programme (MEND). A FREE programme for children and young people aged 7 to 13 and their families.
  • Family Fit. Fun group activity sessions for the whole family to participate in together. A great way of spending quality time together in a unique environment. For adults and children age 7+.
  • Y:Active Workforce. This was subsidised programme in partnership with Sport England. Unfortunately the funding for this programme has now ended. The programme was available for local organisations with a commitment to enhancing their employees overall health and wellbeing. If you work for an organisation with our shared commitments please Contact Us to discuss corporate membership solutions.
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation: For people recovering from heart surgery or heart conditions delivered in partnership with the NHS.

Are you firing on all cylinders? Need a bit of fine tuning? Take our online Activity MOT and find out if you are eligible for FREE or discounted activities in your area NOW!

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