GP Referral
Has your GP recommended you become more active?
At Celtic Leisure, we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re living with a health condition, at risk of developing a chronic illness, or recovering from an operation or injury, increasing your activity levels can feel daunting — especially if you haven’t exercised for some time. Our qualified and caring exercise professionals will work with you to find activities that suit your needs, provide one to one guidance, and help you build confidence as you safely work toward better health and wellbeing.
What is the National Exercise Referral Scheme?
The National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) is a Welsh Government (WG) funded, Public Health initiative in Wales designed to promote physical activity among inactive individuals and those with chronic health conditions.
The Scheme works in partnership with the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA), local authorities, Welsh Government and Local Health Boards. NERS provide a 16-week programme of physical activity tailored to individual needs, which is supervised by qualified Exercise Professionals.
Individuals are referred to NERS by NHS health professionals, such as GPs or practice nurses, who believe that increased physical activity would benefit their health. Engaging in regular physical activity can lead to significant health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease, improved mental health, and enhanced overall well-being.
Aimed at those over 16 years of age, the program is designed to be inclusive, offering activities in various settings to accommodate different preferences and comfort levels.
What does the Scheme consist of?
There are a wide range of activities both gym based and class based to choose from for patients that have been through rehabilitation programmes. You will be able to access a wide range of opportunities and these will be available between 4 and 48 weeks of the programme (depending on medical condition).
What does the Scheme consist of?
What are the benefits?
The benefits of being more active are:
How do I access the Scheme?
If you feel that you would benefit from the scheme, are 16 and over and are suitable to join then you need to speak to your GP/practice nurse/health professional about being referred. Your GP or practice nurse will complete a referral form and provide you with a copy.
Your responsibility on the scheme
For more information please contact NERS Project Co-ordinators:
Lisa Jones,
Margam Country Park, Pass Office (NERS)
Margam Park, Port Talbot, SA13 2JT
Tel: 01639 861144
Email: l.jones9@npt.gov.uk