Fit Club is a children’s weight management programme for local children who are above a healthy weight, have been referred from the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) or are in the 98th percentile or above.
Our programme provides support for children and young people aged 4 to 19 years (up to 25 years of age for young people with additional needs). The programme’s name was developed in consultation with young people and stands for:
Our team was recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in 2018. Our team offers tailored and one-to-one support, as well as providing personalised plans for children and young people who are above a healthy weight.
If you child is attending Fit Club our team will work closely with you and they will receive a health assessment which includes:
- measuring their BMI
- a short fitness test
- a review of their current lifestyle
As part of the programme your child will also receive:
- 12 weekly exercise sessions run by Wirral Council’s Leisure Services
- a portion control plate
Our team also works closely with schools and other health professionals to support children and young people to maintain or reduce their BMI.
Who is this aimed at?
Children and young people aged 4 to 19 years (up to 25 years of age for young people with additional needs).
When
St Catherine's Health Centre:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Victoria Central Health Centre:
Thursdays
Where
St Catherine’s Health Centre, Intermediate Suite, Wing 5, 2nd Floor, Derby Road, Birkenhead CH42 7HA
Victoria Central Health Centre, Physiotherapy Department, first floor, Mill Lane, Wallasey CH44 5UF
How to get involved
For further details on how to use this service please contact your child's school.
Contact details
Email: wcnt.schoolhealthteam@nhs.net
Phone: 0151 643 5403
For further information
For more information on Wirral Community Health and Care search Wirral Community Health and Care in this directory.
Visit the Fit Club webpage on the Wirral Community Health and Care website