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June 2015
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Women only gym coming soonWe have successfully secured funding to open a women only gym in the Zest Centre. The gym, due to open in the autumn,has been developed in response to customer demand. We already run two very popular women only sessions in our existing gym and will now be in a position to offer a dedicated space for women.
"We are really excited about our new women only gym. Many women only feel comfortable exercising in an all-female environment, especially women from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. Our gym will offer local women and women from across the city a relaxed space where they can get more physically active", says Janet Skirrow, Chief Executive of Zest.
Related news
Shopping for Dad?Sunday 21st June is Father's Day. Did you know that whether you are buying gadgets, socks, or smellies for Dad, you can raise money for us for free through Give as You Live? You can shop at nearly 4,000 online stores including John Lewis, Amazon and Moonpig. Find out morePonderosa Clean Up DayDo you love the Ponderosa and want to help keep it clean and tidy? Join othermembersof the localcommunity on Sunday 7th June to give the Pondersosa a spring clean. Meet at 2pm at the children's play area. Please wear suitable footwear. Other equipment will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact Christine on 07812441334.
Healthy RamadanRamadan is set to start on Thursday 18th June. We know that many of our customers will be fasting during this period. The NHS Choices website has lots of advice about keeping healthy during Ramadan including healthy meal plans and healthy fasting tips. Ramadan Mubarak to all our Muslim customers!Find out more
Events
Ladies, want to find out how to improve your health?Come along to our Women's Health Day onWednesday 3rd June, 11.30am-2.30pm. You can take part in our FREE exercise taster sessions, have a health check and get advice on healthy eating and much more. For more information contact Rachael Needham, [email protected] or tel 0114 270 2040 ext 108
What's on this month
Women only gym sessionsLadies, you can exercise in an all-female environment in our two women only sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12.30-2.30pm.Find out more
Women only swimming sessionsWe also havewomen only swimming sessions on three days during the week:
1. Tuesdays at 9.15-10.15am
1. Friday 9.15-10.15am and 10.45-11.45am.
1. Sundays 12.15-1.15pm and 1.30-2.15pm
Find out more
Women only aqua fitOur women only aqua fit class is on Wednesdays from 11.00-11.45am
Service Focus
Health Services
Do you have a health condition or disability?
If you have a health condition or disability we can help you to improve your health; become more physically active; and get back into work.
Your GP can refer you to ourcommunity based health and employment services delivered in partnership with Sharrow Community Forum
Health Trainer ServiceThe service is for patients who need support to make lifestyle changes to become healthier. Our trained health trainers provide one to one support with weight management, healthy eating, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, physical activity, mental health and wellbeing.Cost: Free.Exercise ReferralThe service is for sedentary patients with health conditions and disabilities who need help to become more physically active.Our specialist staff help patients develop a personal exercise plan and exercise safely. You can exercise in Zests gym, pool, classes and in your everyday life. Cost:Small charge tailored to suit all pockets.Working WellThe service is for patients who would like support to get into employment. Clients are helped to manage their health condition and to gain employment. The service offers 1:1 guidance and information from an employment coach, personal action planning, health trainer service, a 6 week CBT course Steps to Excellence, support to address barriers and intensive employability coaching.Cost: Free. Eligibility:Patients must be registered with a GP practice in Walkley, Broomhill, Hillsborough or Central wards.
To find out more ask your GP or contact Jean Kirby,[email protected], tel 0114 270 2040 ext 124
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What's onnext month
Summer PlayschemeDo you want a programme of activities including sport and craft to keep your children busy over the summer holidays? Our Play Scheme for 6-13 year olds is back and starts July 27th. Cost is 10 per day or 40 per week. We offer a 25% discount on sibling bookings. Book now to secure places!Find out more
Case study
Maria
Maria made her first visit to Zest in 2011, shortly after moving into the local area. She started swimming twice a week and now visits the library, attends Craft Club and is supported by Zest for Work on a regular basis.
Since coming to Zest Maria has met some really nice people, all in a similar situation of wanting something to do in the communitiy. Maria also wanted to keep socialising and interacting with people.
"Zest has a really friendly atmosphere, the staff are nice and the prices are reasonable", says Maria.
In July 2013 Maria was diagnosed with breast cancer.
"It was a complete shock. I felt tired, drained and so unfit. But I had chemotherapy and we caught it early. It was an ongoing process for six months; my life was just about hospital appointments and recovering from cancer."
Zest helps Maria to stay positive and motivated. She has completed Zest for Work's 'What is Health' (WiSH) course which focuses on learning how to become more self-confident, positive and assertive.
"Zest keeps me going. I have family and friends but you need to do your own thing. The WiSH course taught me that I am not the only one going through tough times. I feel a lot more confident", reflects Maria.
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