Ipswich Exercise Class

Self-referral

 
 
 

Welcome

Our Being Active exercise programme offers safe, supportive exercise classes for people with a diagnosis of cancer, at any stage of their journey. Classes are led by trained professionals with experience supporting people with cancer.

Whether you have been recently diagnosed, are currently having treatment, or have finished treatment, these classes are designed to help you stay active, build strength, and support your physical recovery in a way that feels manageable and appropriate for you.

The exercises are adapted to individual ability, and no previous fitness or exercise experience is needed.

 

Referral criteria

You may be suitable for the Being Active exercise programme if you:

  • Have had a diagnosis of cancer and were treated at Ipswich Hospital

  • Would like support to improve or maintain your physical strength, movement or fitness

  • Are able to take part in gentle to moderate exercise with adaptations


The programme may not be suitable if you:

  • Have a medical condition that makes exercise unsafe without specialist input

  • Require urgent or complex medical care

 

Class details

The exercise classes are held weekly on Tuesday afternoons in the Church Hall at:

St Augustine’s Church
Bucklesham Road
Ipswich
IP3 8TH

Full details will be provided by your instructor when you have referred yourself for the programme.

 

How to Join

You can refer yourself to the programme, no healthcare professional referral is needed.

To self-refer:

  1. Make sure you fulfil the referral criteria

  2. Click the self-referral link below

  3. Complete the online referral form

  4. Submit your form

Once your referral has been received, your instructor will review your information and contact you to discuss the next steps.

If you have any questions or need support completing the form, please contact the Cancer Support & Information Centre on 01473 715748.