Supporting people living with mental health difficulties to get active, create social networks and live independently
What we offer
Group gym and sports sessions
We offer fun group gym and sports sessions like football, Zumba, yoga and boxing sessions in a safe, supportive and non-judgemental spaces for people of all abilities.
Healthy Eating Workshops
Our fun and interactive Healthier Together programme provides clients with the tools, knowledge and skills needed to make realistic and long-term changes to their diet.
Befriending
Our befriending service provides clients with opportunities to build their confidence and social skills whilst doing meaningful activities in a safe and supportive environment.
ABOUT
Our Aim
Active Buddies Network aims to provide support and opportunities for people living with mild to severe mental health needs to socialise, meet new people, get more active and live healthy and independent lives.
Why choose Active Buddies
Our Team
Our highly trained team of instructors, activity leads, coaches and befrienders have a wealth of experience working with and supporting people with mental health needs. All of our staff have the training and experience required to recognise and support clients who may be struggling with their mental health.
Regular Updates
We ensure that referrers are kept updated about their clients progress and attendance through monthly updates. Referrers will also be notified once a client has missed 2 consecutive sessions.
Opportunities to socialise
Not only do we provide gym and exercise sessions, our social groups, healthy cooking sessions and WhatsApp groups provides clients with safe spaces to meet new people and make friends.
Our Services
Wellbeing Programmes
Healthier Together
The Healthier Together programme includes:
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2 x weekly supervised group gym session
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1 x weekly healthy eating workshop
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Monthly online healthy cooking session via Zoom
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Fortnightly social group meetings
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Personalised physical activity guide and workout plan
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Healthy eating guide
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Healthy eating equipment/tools
Gym Buddies Club
The Gym Buddies programme includes:
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2 x weekly supervised group gym session
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Fortnightly social group meetings
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Personalised physical activity guide and workout plan
Activities Buddy (121 Support)
The Activities Buddy programme includes:
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1 x weekly 121 gym session with personal trainer
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1 x weekly 121 sport session of clients choosing with sports coach
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Fortnightly social group meetings
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Personalised physical activity guide and workout plan
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Regular catch up calls
Support Services
Befriending Buddies
Our befriending service provides friendship and learning opportunities for vulnerable adults, including those with learning disabilities, mental health needs, older people, and other isolated groups.
Clients can use their 2 hour befriending session to have a chat, go for a walk or visit a place of interest.
CONTACT
Inquiries
For any inquiries, questions or commendations, please call: 123-456-7890 or fill out the following form
Contact Us
Head Office
500 Terry Francois Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Tel: 123-456-7890
Fax: 123-456-7890