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Get Moving

Do you know someone who would like to take part in gentle exercise wellbeing activities? Get Moving is designed to increase physical activity with weekly online exercise classes (via Zoom) and regular 1:1 support.

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Who is the programme for?

The programme is suitable for anyone aged 18 years and over who would like to get more active at any stage of their cancer treatment: pre, during, or after. Get Moving is also open to their friends, family and carers.

We will always ensure it’s safe and appropriate for you to participate, and you will be invited to a 1:1 session before you start the programme to ensure it’s right for you.

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What does the programme consist of?

Sessions are held weekly, including…

One to one phone call

A discussion on what you’d like to achieve by taking part.

Weekly group exercise sessions

These will be held online, via Zoom.

Regular 1:1 support

We’ll support you all the way, helping you to increase your physical activity as you go.

Timetable

DayTimeActivity
Tuesday 10 – 11 amGentle seated exercise
Wednesday11am – 1pmWalking football
 Location: Football Development Centre,
Bowthorpe, NR5 9ED
Thursday10 – 11amYoga
Thursday11.30am – 12.30pmSeated yoga
Friday10 – 11amPilates
Friday11.30am – 12.30pmSeated pilates
TBCTBCCancer rehab
(More details to follow)

“Big C has given me something to do outside the grey world of cancer and allowed me to mix with other people during the pandemic and reconnect with the world outside.”

GET MOVING participant
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