Fitness and Friendship
Your guide to local activities, community groups, support services and opportunities to connect.
Discover local activities, exercise opportunities, social groups and wellbeing support across Gloucester and beyond. The Fitness and Friendship Guide helps residents and professionals find welcoming, inclusive ways to stay active, connected and improve mental health & wellbeing.
Fitness and Friendship Guide >
Developed and maintained by the Physical Activity Navigator, hosted by Age UK Gloucestershire in partnership with Active Gloucester and updated on a monthly basis.
It brings together information on physical activity opportunities, social groups, community organisations, exercise referral schemes, specialist provision for people living with long term health conditions, and local wellbeing support services.
The guide aims to make it easier for professionals, volunteers and residents to identify suitable opportunities that can improve physical health, reduce social isolation, increase confidence and strengthen community connections.
Wellbeing Fund
Financial support may be available for people who would benefit from taking part in activities but face financial barriers to doing so. The Wellbeing Fund can help eligible individuals access opportunities that improve health, wellbeing, confidence and social connection. The small grant of around £200 could be used for transport costs; membership or session costs or equipment. All applications will be considered. The application form can be found on the Fitness & Friendship Guide and here >
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