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The Moving Forward Programme
helps people with Cancer across the Fylde Coast become
more active before, during and after Cancer Treatment.
Our Level 4 Exercise specialists will help you find safe and
effective ways to improve your health & wellbeing.
The Programme is Free.
Have you been diagnosed with Cancer
in the last 5 years?
What should I do next?
• If you are currently receiving treatment for Cancer, speak
to your Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS), your GP or Health
Professional supporting you. Ask them to complete a
‘Moving Forward’ referral form and refer you
into the programme
• Alternatively you can self refer into the programme if you
have had cancer treatment in the last 5 years using the
contact details below
• Once we have received your
Referral Form, the Moving
Forward Referral Officer will
contact you directly with
more information about the
programme and to book
you in for your
initial appointment
Fylde Coast YMCA runs throughout Fleetwood, Thornton,
Poulton, Garstang, Kirkham, Lytham and St Annes.
All centres have different timetabled activities with gym
facilities, fitness classes & aqua classes.
Contact Details: Tony Eardley
Moving Forward Referral Officer:
Tel: 01253 882105 Mob: 07833050662 [email protected]
www.ymcayactive/moving-forward
Chemo knocked me for six but this
programme has helped me get back on my
feet and given me my energy back. I feel
more confident in my recovery
Angela, 56
“”
Tony works across the Fylde Coast and Blackpool areas to deliver all initial assessments.
The Initial Assessment lasts up to an hour and helps
determine individual goals. The appointment takes
place in one of Fylde Coasts YMCA centres. It is your
chance to speak with Tony about the different activities
on offer and to discuss any other concerns before
participating in physical Activity.
Tony is a Level 4 Cancer Rehabilitation specialist. He has
been involved in the Health and Physical Activity sector
for a number of years, where he has used his expertise
and knowledge to deliver effective physical activity
programmes for a wide range of clients.
At the Initial Assessment Tony will explain the benefits
of keeping physically active and start you on your
exercise journey. Fylde Coast YMCA offers a ‘Buddy
Scheme’ for those who wish to bring a friend or family
member along with them for free. We recognise this can
be of great support and help motivate individuals to
attend more regularly.
The scheme has helped me feel more
confident in myself. It has given me a
purpose through some tough times and help
me stay motivated in every area of my life.
The support given by all staff has
been incredible
Lynne, 70
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”
Tony Eardley
YMCA Moving Forward Referral Officer
The programme is supported
by a Specialist Cancer Referral
Officer who will help with
concerns relating to physical
activity and the cancer
care pathway.
A variety of activities are
offered, e.g. gym based
exercise, walks, group fitness
classes, Tai Chi, swimming,
cycling and multi sport.
There are many benefits of becoming more active before, during and after cancer treatment:
• Reduce tiredness
• Relieves pain and improves flexibility
• Improves mood and quality of life
• Improves bone health and reduces the
risk of osteoporosis
• Helps to achieve and maintain a healthy weight
• Improves general fitness
• Help maintain independence and wellbeing
Reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and the risk of
developing other long term conditions, e.g diabetes
There are many ways of achieving these benefits. For example:
• Walking
• Every day activities at home
• Gym sessions
• Pilates/Yoga classes
Activities are tailored to each individual’s fitness level or stage of treatment.
