We’re here to HELP heart patients and their families
Coventry’s community based cardiac rehabilitation programme designed for people with heart disease.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Programme (Phase III)
HELP runs a hugely popular cardiac rehabilitation exercise programme for those early in their recovery following a heart attack or other heart problem. Your cardiac rehab nurse will ask you to join the class about 3-7 weeks after your hospital admission.
What to expect – the hour long sessions are completely free, and are run in a modern fully equipped gym so you can expect to use a variety of equipment including treadmills, exercise bikes and rowing machines. All classes are staffed by exercise physiologists and cardiac rehab nurses. All classes are informal and the social element is as important as the exercise itself!
What to wear – there is no need to spend money on expensive exercise gear. Loose comfortable clothing (trousers for the ladies) and soft comfortable shoes are recommended.
Health and Exercise Consultation – Prior to starting on the exercise classes, you will have a health and exercise consultation with an exercise physiologist and a nurse. This will involve a 30 minute consultation which will include a review of your current health and exercise needs and a simple 6 – 8 min exercise bike assessment. This is a very easy assessment during which we will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure. If you are unable to use a bike, there are other simple ways to assess your fitness. There is plenty opportunity to discuss any medical concerns you may have and what you would like to achieve from your exercise programme.
For further information call your cardiac rehab nurse on 02476 965 688 or the HELP team on 02476 25 25 06.
When and where? – classes are held at the Coventry Sports Centre on Mondays and Thursdays at the following times:
Class 1: 9:00 – 10:00
Class 2: 9:45 – 10:45
Class 3: 10:30 – 11:30
Sessions are completely free and the majority of people attend twice weekly for 6 weeks. On completion, there is then the opportunity to progress on to the HELP cardiac rehab maintenance classes.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Maintenance Exercise Classes (Phase IV)
Whether it be heart surgery a heart attack or angina, if you currently have a heart problem or have had one in the past then HELP maintenance exercise classes are for you. There are even classes where you can bring a guest to exercise with you. Specially trained cardiac rehabilitation exercise instructors are on hand to guide you through safe, fun and enjoyable exercise programmes.
Guest classes – some classes at Coventry Sports Centre, Centre AT7 and Excel sports centre are open to guests. You can take one guest which can be a family member or a friend. They benefit from the same concessionary rates and will require a health and exercise consultation prior to starting. These are done at Coventry Sports Centre and cost £15.
Free sessions – if you have been through the cardiac rehab programme you are entitled to 2 free sessions to get you started.
For a timetable of classes, prices, directions and parking information click on the venues below:
For further information on all venues please call the HELP team on 02476 25 25 06.
Coventry Sports Centre
Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5RY
Tel: 024 7625 2525
How to find Coventry Sports Centre
Timetable -
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 9.00-10.00 | 9.00- 10.00 | 9.00- 10.00 | |||
| 10:15 - 11:15 | 10:15- 11:15 | 10.15- 11.15 | ||||
| Lunchtime | 11:30- 12:30 | 11.30- 12.30 | 11:30- 12:30 | |||
| 12.00- 1.00 | 12:45- 13:45 | 12.45- 13.45 | 1.15- 2.15 | 12.45- 1.45 | 11.00- 12.00 | |
| Afternoon | 1.15- 2.15 |
2.00- 3.00 | 2.30- 3.30 | 2.00- 3.00 | ||
| 2.30- 3.30 | ||||||
| Evening | 6.30- 7.30 | 7.00- 8.00 | 6.30- 7.30 | |||
| 7.45- 8.45 | 7.45- 8.45 |
Booking in System - To avoid classes becoming oversubscribed, you will need to book your class in advance. You can do this by putting your name down on the list when you are at the sports centre or by ringing 02476 25 25 06. You will not be able to exercise on the day if your name is not on the list. If the class is full, you are welcome to put your name on the reserve list and we will contact you if a place becomes available. If you are unable to make your session, please ring and cancel so we can book someone else in
Venue - Classes are held in the Exercise for Health Centre which is easily accessible on the ground floor. Ask at reception for directions
Prices -
| Full price | Passport to leisure | |
|---|---|---|
| Per session | £3.85 | £2.55 |
| Vouchers (buy 8 and get 2 free) |
£31.00 | £20.60 |
| Monthly membership (unlimited attendance) |
£19.75 | £11.55 |
| Annual membership (unlimited attendance) |
£215.00 | £143.00 |
Parking - Parking is available in the 2 car parks opposite the sports centre. Free permits are available for some classes. As passes are limited, priority is given to those with significant mobility problems or those who are prepared to lift share with another class member. Please ask a member of staff for more information
Instructors - Debbie Wilson, Katerina Hazakyriakos-Fry, Nick Grimshaw, Laura Vaughan, Malkit Singh, Stuart Ennis
Wolston Leisure Centre
Old School Fields, Manor View, Manor Estate, Wolston, Coventry CV8 3HL
Tel: 024 76541212
How to find Wolston Leisure Centre
Timetable -
Monday: 9:00 am- 10:00 am
7:00 pm- 8.30 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am- 10:00 am
10:00 am- 11.00 am
Venue - The gym is easy to find, located on the ground floor as you enter the building
Prices - £3.00 per session
Parking - Ample free parking is available
Instructors - Steve Padmore, Debbie Wilson
Xcel Sports Centre
Mitchell Avenue, Canley, Coventry, CV4 8DY
Tel: 02476 856 956
How to find Xcel Sports Centre
Timetable -
Tuesday: 3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Venue - Classes are held in the main gym
Prices - £25.00 book of 10 vouchers
Parking - Ample free parking is available
Instructor - Lisa Boden 07710 087 933
Centre AT7
Bell Green Road, Coventry, CV6 7GP
Tel: 024 7666 5530
Timetable -
Friday: 9:45 am- 10:45 am
Venue - Classes are held in the main gym
Prices -
|
Full price |
Passport to leisure |
Per session |
£4.40 |
£3.20 |
Vouchers (book of 10) |
£26.00 |
|
Parking - Ample free parking is available
Instructor - Lisa Boden 07710 087 933
Moathouse
Winston Avenue, Coventry CV2 1EA
Tel: 024 7684 1720
Timetable -
Wednesday: 9.30 am - 10.30 am
Friday: 9:30 am- 10:30 am
Prices - £3.00 per session
- £25.00 book of 10 vouchers
Parking - Ample free parking is available
Instructor - Laura Vaughan