Upcoming launch of power-assisted ‘Active Wellness’ exercise suite at YMCA Thornton Leisure Centre – 20 August 2024

YMCA Fylde Coast is thrilled to announce the forthcoming launch of its state-of-the-art power-assisted exercise suite, set to open in September 2024 at Thornton Leisure Centre.

The innovative facility named the ‘Active Wellness Suite’, promises a revolutionary fitness experience for people with specific health requirements and challenges and YMCA Thornton will offer free drop-in sessions throughout September for anyone who wants to come and learn more.

The suite, developed by Innerva, features power-assisted equipment that offers a full-body workout with minimal impact on joints and muscles, making it ideal for people with long-term health conditions, those rehabilitating from injury and others seeking a more accessible fitness option.

This brand-new suite is funded by UKSPF from Wyre Council to support the Wyre Moving More strategy and encourage active and healthy ageing in Wyre. Local rates of inactivity are above both regional and national levels with just under a third of adults in Wyre being classed as inactive. TheWyre Moving More strategy aims to change this.

Wyre Moving More is an ambitious five-year physical activity strategy developed by a cross-sector, multi-agency partnership to strengthen the connections between sport, physical activity and health and wellbeing by providing opportunities to get everyone in Wyre moving more.

Councillor Lynne Bowen, Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Health and Community Engagement at Wyre Council comments:

“We are delighted to expand our leisure offering in the borough for our residents, providing this dedicated suite of innovative, accessible equipment, to ensure that everyone in Wyre, no matter what their age or ability, can enjoy the endless benefits that being active brings. The suite is a welcome new addition to the terrific facility at Thornton and works so well within our Wyre Moving More strategy.

“We want to see as many people benefitting from the new Active Wellness suite as possible, I implore anyone who is interested in being more active, to visit the centre throughout September, learn more and try out the equipment.”

Key Features of the Active Wellness Suite:

• Social Wellbeing: Encourages community interaction and mental health.
• Aerobic Fitness: Boosts cardiovascular health and stamina.
• Muscular Strength: Enhances strength for daily activities.
• Balance and Flexibility: Helps prevent falls and injuries.

“We are excited to bring this cutting-edge power-assisted exercise suite to our community,” said David Parker, Senior Leisure Manager. “Launching in September, the Active Wellness Suite at YMCA Thornton will offer a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals to get back to fitness, improve their fitness, and improve their overall quality of life.