GYM & WELLBEING Disability Fitness Disability Fitness - Inclusive fitness in Portsmouth The John Pounds Centre Gym caters for the needs of disabled and able-bodied alike, as part of Sport England's Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI), providing specialist cardio, strength and functional training fitness equipment, fully supported by qualified staff to ensure fitness is accessible for all. Disability fitness - Inclusive fitness in Portsmouth Our Gym at the John Pounds Centre Gym has facilities for both disabled and able-bodied alike. As a disabled person, you may face more barriers to exercise than others and as a result, of these barriers, you may be more at risk of health problems including cardiovascular issues, heart conditions, diabetes and high blood pressure. Exercise can do wonders for not only your physical health but also mental health by giving you a great confidence boost and releasing endorphins. Our Gym is part of Sport England's Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) and we have exercise machines that are specifically tailored to your needs as well as a variety of other sporting options that you may enjoy. Our Healthy Living Scheme gym instructors are fully trained in supporting those with disabilities to use the gym safely and to get the maximum benefits from their workouts. Our experienced exercise instructor, Jude Caunter, works in the gym at the John Pounds Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Jude has a wealth of knowledge, and she loves nothing more than helping our gym users get the most from our accessible gym. Jude is qualified to work with everyone but specialises in working with those with additional needs. Jude provides supervised exercise to those who are recovering from cardiac issues, diabetes, disabilities or injuries. Meet Jude Caunter Accessibility is key Our centre has two lifts that give access to the first floor for wheelchair users, guide dogs are welcome at all times for blind or partially sighted guests, we have two portable hearing loops for deaf and hard of hearing customers, and a disabled hoist and changing room which are always available when needed. Popular Inclusive Exercise classes - Modified circuits Our modified circuit training is a really popular class. Modified circuit training is a series of exercises done one after the other with short breaks in between before circling back to the beginning like a circuit. Chair-based exercise A gentle chair-based workout to motivating music You can find more of our classes on our class timetable. If you do wish to give us a visit, we can provide specialist cardio and functional training, and specialist fitness equipment including a cardio wall, all fully supported by qualified staff to ensure fitness is accessible for all. Give us a call on 02392 892010 Join today to start a journey to a fitter and healthier you, and with NO CONTRACT there's never been a better time to join... JOIN NOW It's great to find a gym that can accommodate my wheelchair, and has all I need to have a full cardio workout - especially the Cardio Wall... Gena The Inclusive Fitness equipment has been supported by: Manage Cookie Preferences