Ipswich Prehab/Rehab Exercise Class
Before self referring, please do read all information provided below.
If you have any questions or need support completing the form, please contact the Cancer Support & Information Centre on 01473 715748 or email cancer.support@esneft.nhs.uk
Welcome
Our prehab/rehab exercise programme offers safe, supportive exercise classes for people with a diagnosis of cancer, at any stage of their journey. Classes are led by a Fiona, a Level 4 qualified trainer in Cancer Prehabilitation and Rehabilitation.
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 Prehab/Rehab exercise programme if you:
Have had a diagnosis of cancer and were treated at an ESNEFT 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 at St Augustines Hub on Tuesdasy afternoons. Full details will be provided by your instructor when you have referred yourself for the programme, please do not attend without being referred first.
How to Join
You can refer yourself to the programme; no healthcare professional referral is needed. The instructor will triage your referral and contact you by phone or email.
To self-refer:
Make sure you fulfil the referral criteria stated above
Click the self-referral link below
Complete and submit the online referral 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 or email cancer.support@esneft.nhs.uk
See below for FAQ’s
FAQ’s
What is the the parking situation?
There is plenty of parking outside the front of the hub. There is disabled parking and access also.
It is also on multiple bus routes.
What are the classes like?
Gentle strength, balance and movement exercises to help you recover and gain confidence is a controlled, safe environment. All exercises can be adapted to suit any level of fitness.
Don’t be afraid to speak to the instructor prior to the class starting if you are unsure of anything. They will put your mind at ease and be able to offer suitable alternatives to any movements you aren’t comfortable with. Nothing is a problem.
We work out for 45 minutes then you have the option to stay for a cup of tea and chat after if you would like.
What do I wear?
Anything that is comfortable for you to move and work out in.
Do I need to bring anything?
No but if you would like to bring you own water that is fine otherwise there are kitchens on site.
What if I feel uncomfortable with any of the exercises?
Don't worry, we can adapt every exercise to suit you. Just say and we will make it work for you.
Is it hard? I don't feel confident standing with some of the exercises?
It is for all abilities, we give 2 or 3 levels of each exercise so you can choose the one that suits you.