The QFit Gym have supported adults to improve their physical and mental welbeing since 2017.
The main aim of our Support package is to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals through physical activity, and mainly focusing on those with defined medical conditions. These include;
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cancer
- Obesity
- COPD
- Dementia
- Fibromyalgia or chronic pain
- Depression
- Muscle and joint pain
- Anxiety
- ME
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Asthma
- Covid-19 rehabilitation
Support options
Tuesday @ 10.30am A low impact, non-combatt 45minute group class using boxing techniques and movement to help improve cognitive functions, balance, coordination and cardiovascular fitness.
The full-body workout typically involves punching speed bags and heavy bags to improve coordination, and build strength and muscles. Meanwhile, footwork and agility exercises help to improve balance.
Although most of the evidence so far on the benefits of boxing for Parkinson’s is anecdotal, some small studies have found encouraging results. What we know here at the Qfit Gym is that our participants enjoy the class, have a good laugh and it does help improve their balance, gait and quality of life.
This class is also ideal for those older adults who wish to see the benefits to everyday life this can be, as well as physical, it will support mental wellbeing through the social and fun elements of group activities.
Tyneside and Northumberland Mind offer a fantastic FREE fully funded programme called Access to Activity!
The programme is open to North Tyneside residents over 16 years old and it is delivered here at the QFit Gym.
To take part in the 12 weekly gym sessions you must make an official self referral through Tyneside and Northumberland Mind HERE and you must be available every Thursday for 3 months once you start.
Whatever changes you want to make, whether it’s getting into exercise, walking more easily, losing weight, or building your strength, the ‘Access to Activity’ programme provides structured support to help you feel your best.
The programme supports you to be kind to yourself, helping you make achievable and sustainable changes. There’s only one of you and the programme aims to enable you to feel more empowered with greater control of your health and wellbeing.
For more information or an informal chat contact Tyneside and Northumberland Mind direct via a phone call to Andrew on 07541 686461 or email andrew@tynesidemind.org.uk
Important: This programme is owned and managed by Tyneside and Northumberland Mind and all referrals and queries must be directed to them using the details above. The Qfit gym can not accept direct bookings.
We offer a discount card providing an individuals to access 8 supported gym sessions for £22.00
Our gym facility has fully adaptable equipment and a member of staff will assist you on/off equipment where practical and provide information and advice during your visit. Gym sessions must be pre-booked in advance.
PA, carer, or support workers who is required to attend with a customer.
Your costs are £20.00 for a thirty minute treatment or £30.00 for a full one-hour treatment.If you wish to buy a block of treatments please speak to a member of staff
All treatments must be pre-booked in advance and are subject to availability.