Become Active, Confident & Healthy in 12 Weeks

Active Lives is a free, personalised programme designed to help you move more, feel better, and build confidence, no matter your starting point.

  • Tailored exercise plan
  • Friendly, qualified health coaches
  • Suitable for complete beginners
  • Free 12‑week support

What Is Active Lives?

Active Lives is a free, 12 week programme for adults who want to become active in a safe, supportive environment. Our fully qualified coaches specialise in prescribing exercise for people of all abilities, including those with long term conditions.

You’ll receive personalised guidance, regular check ins, and access to a wide range of activities to help you build a healthier, more active lifestyle.

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Real People. Real Progress.

What’s Included

Choose from a wide range of activities designed for beginners and those returning to exercise:

Group Exercise Classes

Gym, including a dedicated Women’s Only Gym Programme

Ramblers Wellbeing Walks

Swimming

And more.

Where You Can Join

Active Lives is available across Cheshire East, including our partnership with Bollington Health & Leisure.

Each location includes:

  • Friendly coaches
  • Personalised consultations
  • Access to gym, classes, swimming and more depending on the facility you join.

How the 12 Week Programme Works

A simple, supportive journey from day one.

  1. Week 1: Welcome Consultation – Meet your coach and create your personalised activity plan.
  2. Weeks 2–5: Start Moving – Try activities, build confidence and get ongoing support.
  3. Week 6: Progress Check – Review your goals and celebrate your progress.
  4. Weeks 7–11: Keep Building – Stay active with regular sessions and check‑ins.
  5. Week 12: Final Review & Next Steps – Plan how to continue your active lifestyle.

Start Your 12‑Week Journey, Check Your Eligibility

Am I Eligible?

Crewe & Macclesfield Residents:

  • Live in Crewe or Macclesfield
  • Aged 18+
  • Currently inactive (less than 30 minutes of activity per week)
  • Motivated to be active
  • Are not a member of Everybody Health & Leisure or Bollington Health & Leisure
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All Other Cheshire East Areas:

  • Live in Cheshire East
  • Aged 18+
  • Currently inactive (less than 30 minutes of activity per week)
  • Living with diabetes (medicated), hypertension (medicated), pre‑diabetes, or a BMI of 30+
  • Motivated to be active
  • Are not a member of Everybody Health & Leisure or Bollington Health & Leisure
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How to Get Involved

Ready to join? Complete a referral form or contact us for more information.

Complete a referral form

📞 0300 123 5026

📧 [email protected]

Terms and conditions apply.

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After the 12 Weeks

Your journey doesn’t end here. We’ll continue supporting you to stay active and maintain your progress.

You’ll be offered:

  • A discounted membership at Everybody Health & Leisure or Bollington Health & Leisure
  • Pay‑as‑you‑go options
  • Continued access to activities that suite your goals