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Cotswold District (currently not available)
MacMillan Next Steps
MacMillan Next Steps can refer for 1 to 1 sessions with fitness instructors or physiotherapist.
Costs
Some of these sessions are free, others have a small charge or donation. Some are provided at commercial rates. Please contact provider or visit their website for details.
If you are dependent upon a partner to transport or accompany you, they may also be able join in at some of the sessions.
Venues and clothing
Cancer Exercise Sessions are often held in community spaces, gyms and sports centres. Typically they are in a group class ‘circuit’ format, although other forms of therapy are provided at some centres. Some are designed a short fixed length course, but most are on-going weekly sessions.
You do not need special sports gear to participate – comfortable leisure clothing that allows you freedom of movement will suffice. You may find trainers or plimsoles comfortable for these activities.
Medical Conditions
As with all exercise you need to be sure that these activities are going to be safe for you. For some of these sessions the instructor may require you to fill in a form to make sure they are aware of other aspects of you health (e.g. heart conditions, epilepsy).