Welcome to ZestERS - The Exercise Referral Scheme for Brighton and Hove
How it all began...
With over 13 years experience in the exercise referral arena, Zest People have seen programmes from every angle. We saw an opportunity in Brighton and Hove to work alongside Brighton and Hove Primary Care Trust to develop an exercise referral programme for the residents of Brighton.
The programme began as a pilot in October 2006 with 10 GP practices and a small number of diverse activity providers. Following a successful review, we were able to work with the PCT to ensure funding through till March 2010. In 2008 the programme completed an audit for Choosing Health and we were thrilled to receive a 'green light' based on the evidence and growth that we were able to show.
Since then we have recently been re-commisioned by NHS Brighton and Hove to deliver the service until 2013. This is remarkable and thanks go to all our supporting partners and organisations.
What is ZestERS?
ZestERS is designed to initiate long-term lifestyle changes with a programme of supported physical activity options for residents of Brighton and Hove.
Who can access the scheme?
If you are a resident of Brighton and Hove and are at risk of chronic disease, with two or more existing medical conditions, are currently inactive and/or have recently undergone rehabilitation from Physiotherapy, you may be able to get a referral.
Who will advise and support me to get active?
Specially trained instructors (REPs Level 3 in Exercise Referral) understand what exercises are safe and effective for a range of medical conditions. They will support you on your road to fitness.
How long can I access the scheme for?
A one-off period of 3 months.
How much does it cost?
ZestERS is highly subsidised by NHS Brighton and Hove. The cost varies between our activity providers and will depend on the activity you choose to participate in.
How do I get a referral?
Start a discussion with your GP, Practice Nurse or other Healthcare Professional about becoming active. If it is agreed that the scheme would benefit you and you meet the inclusion criteria then your Healthcare Professional will submit a referral to the ZestERS team.
The drop down menu below provides further information about the ZestERS activity choices available in Brighton and Hove or alternatively please call us on 01903 660070 (Option 1).
How it all began...
With over 13 years experience in the exercise referral arena, Zest People have seen programmes from every angle. We saw an opportunity in Brighton and Hove to work alongside Brighton and Hove Primary Care Trust to develop an exercise referral programme for the residents of Brighton.
The programme began as a pilot in October 2006 with 10 GP practices and a small number of diverse activity providers. Following a successful review, we were able to work with the PCT to ensure funding through till March 2010. In 2008 the programme completed an audit for Choosing Health and we were thrilled to receive a 'green light' based on the evidence and growth that we were able to show.
Since then we have recently been re-commisioned by NHS Brighton and Hove to deliver the service until 2013. This is remarkable and thanks go to all our supporting partners and organisations.
What is ZestERS?
ZestERS is designed to initiate long-term lifestyle changes with a programme of supported physical activity options for residents of Brighton and Hove.
Who can access the scheme?
If you are a resident of Brighton and Hove and are at risk of chronic disease, with two or more existing medical conditions, are currently inactive and/or have recently undergone rehabilitation from Physiotherapy, you may be able to get a referral.
Who will advise and support me to get active?
Specially trained instructors (REPs Level 3 in Exercise Referral) understand what exercises are safe and effective for a range of medical conditions. They will support you on your road to fitness.
How long can I access the scheme for?
A one-off period of 3 months.
How much does it cost?
ZestERS is highly subsidised by NHS Brighton and Hove. The cost varies between our activity providers and will depend on the activity you choose to participate in.
How do I get a referral?
Start a discussion with your GP, Practice Nurse or other Healthcare Professional about becoming active. If it is agreed that the scheme would benefit you and you meet the inclusion criteria then your Healthcare Professional will submit a referral to the ZestERS team.
The drop down menu below provides further information about the ZestERS activity choices available in Brighton and Hove or alternatively please call us on 01903 660070 (Option 1).
Our Activity Providers
freedomleisure Membership - £15.00 Per Month, available for 3 Months - Entitles you to unlimited use of all 5 sites, including:
Click to visit the freedomleisure Website
Portslade Community Sports Centre
Ipomea – One to One exercise/health advice with easy exercise and restorative yoga classes on Tuesday mornings/lunchtime. £1.90 Per Class, for three months.
- Prince Regent Swimming Complex
- Withdean Sports Complex (no swimming pool)
- Moulsecoomb Leisure Centre (no swimming pool)
- Stanley Deason Leisure Centre (no swimming pool)
- St Luke’s Swimming Pool
Click to visit the freedomleisure Website
Portslade Community Sports Centre
- Up to 20 Gym Sessions - £1.90 Per Session
- Up to 20 Exercise Classes - £2.10 Per Class
- Up to 20 Combined Gym Sessions and Classes
Ipomea – One to One exercise/health advice with easy exercise and restorative yoga classes on Tuesday mornings/lunchtime. £1.90 Per Class, for three months.
Surgeries who refer
Albion Street Surgery
Allied Medical Practice (Church and School Surgeries)
Ardingly Court Surgery
Beaconsfield Medical Practice
BHCC Community Health in the Workplace
BHCC Housing Adaptations Team
BHH Morley Street Surgery
Brighton Station Healthcare Centre (Walk in)
Brunswick Surgery
Broadway Surgery (Wellsbourne Health Centre)
Central Hove Surgery
Charters Medical Practice
Chilvers McCrea Medical Centre
County Clinic
Dr. Henderson (Burwash Surgery)
Dr Shah (Carden Surgery)
Eaton Place Surgery
Goodwood Court medical Practice
Hove Medical Centre
Hove Park Villas Surgery
Links Road Surgery
Matlock Road Surgery
Mile Oak Medical Centre
Morely Street Surgery
North Laines Medical Centre
Park Crescent New Surgery
Pavilion Surgery
Portslade Health Centre
Preston Park Surgery
Regency Surgery
Sackville Road Surgery
Ship Street Surgery
St Peter’s Surgery
Stanford Medical Centre
The Ridgeway Surgery
The Seven Dials Medical Practice
The Willow Surgery
Whitehawk Medical Centre
Wish Park Surgery
Allied Medical Practice (Church and School Surgeries)
Ardingly Court Surgery
Beaconsfield Medical Practice
BHCC Community Health in the Workplace
BHCC Housing Adaptations Team
BHH Morley Street Surgery
Brighton Station Healthcare Centre (Walk in)
Brunswick Surgery
Broadway Surgery (Wellsbourne Health Centre)
Central Hove Surgery
Charters Medical Practice
Chilvers McCrea Medical Centre
County Clinic
Dr. Henderson (Burwash Surgery)
Dr Shah (Carden Surgery)
Eaton Place Surgery
Goodwood Court medical Practice
Hove Medical Centre
Hove Park Villas Surgery
Links Road Surgery
Matlock Road Surgery
Mile Oak Medical Centre
Morely Street Surgery
North Laines Medical Centre
Park Crescent New Surgery
Pavilion Surgery
Portslade Health Centre
Preston Park Surgery
Regency Surgery
Sackville Road Surgery
Ship Street Surgery
St Peter’s Surgery
Stanford Medical Centre
The Ridgeway Surgery
The Seven Dials Medical Practice
The Willow Surgery
Whitehawk Medical Centre
Wish Park Surgery
Physiotherapists who refer
Physiotherapy Department, Brighton General Hospital
Physiotherapy Department, Hove Poly Clinic
Hydrotherapy Department, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust
Physiotherapy Department, Royal County Sussex Hospital
Community Neuro Rehab Team (CNRT)
Brighton General Neuro Gym
Brighton Community Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy Department, Hove Poly Clinic
Hydrotherapy Department, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust
Physiotherapy Department, Royal County Sussex Hospital
Community Neuro Rehab Team (CNRT)
Brighton General Neuro Gym
Brighton Community Physiotherapy
Other Healthcare Professionals
Community Diabetes Team
Falls Unit, Brighton General Hospital
Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse, Brighton General Hospital
Sussex Injuries Clinic
Falls Unit, Brighton General Hospital
Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse, Brighton General Hospital
Sussex Injuries Clinic
Funded By...
ZestERS is funded by NHS Brighton.
Our partners include:
freedomleisure - Portslade Community Sports Centre - Ipomea
