Meet our Exercise Referral Instructors

Meet Active Blackpool's Exercise Referral Instructors

At Active Blackpool, we have a great team of instructors that will work with you on our Exercise Referral scheme.

Each bringing their own experience and specialist qualifications.  They will make sure you are supported on your 16 week journey.

You can meet them all below.
Instructor Anna K 1

About Me

 

I work for Active Blackpool as an Exercise Referral Instructor, a role I began at the end of 2024. I enjoy supporting people with a wide range of medical conditions and helping them improve their health through tailored exercise.

 

In addition, I have been working as a Wellness Instructor in the Active Wellbeing Suite for nearly nine years. My goal is to show individuals that exercise can be enjoyable and truly life-changing.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
  • Level 3 GP Exercise Referral
  • Level 2 Gym Instructor
  • Escape Pain Instructor
  • Good Boost Instructor
  • Boxing for Fitness Activator
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Instructor Anna S

About Me

 

I work with Active Blackpool to support individuals through tailored, safe, and effective programmes designed around their health needs and goals.

 

I believe exercise helps us become not just stronger physically, but also improves our mental well-being.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor
  • Level 2 Swimming Instrcutor
  • Aqua Aerobics Instructor
  • Good Boost Instructor
  • Yoga Instructor
  • Wellbeing Coach
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Instructor Curtis

About Me

 

I’m a fitness enthusiast with over 5 years of gym experience, currently working on the Exercise Referral pathway.

 

I enjoy helping individuals achieve their goals through tailored support and motivation.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Level 2 Gym Instructor
  • Boxing for Fitness Activator
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Instructor Elena

About Me

 

I work as a Wellness Instructor in the Active Wellbeing Suite, supporting people in building fitness and confidence, especially those new to exercise or managing health conditions.

 

I am passionate about creating a supportive and encouraging environment.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity

 

Co ordinator Emma

About Me

 

I currently serve as an Active Communities Referral Coordinator, specialising in the delivery of structured 16-week programmes tailored to support individuals across a diverse range of medical conditions.

 

I am a compassionate, positive, and empathetic professional who strives to understand each individual’s unique needs. My goal is to use tailored exercise to make a meaningful and lasting difference to their physical and mental well-being.

 

I’ve previously worked as an Exercise Referral Consultant for the YMCA, managed a ladies-only gym, taught Zumba across multiple locations, and delivered Trauma-Informed Training for the NHS.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Circuit Training Instructor
  • Zumba Instructor
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity

 

Instructor Inga

About Me

 

I’m an Active Wellbeing Suite and exercise class instructor with over 10 years of experience. I work with a diverse range of clients—from athletes to individuals requiring extra support due to health conditions.

 

My goal is to make exercise more accessible, enjoyable, and personalised for everyone.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Neurological Conditions
  • Level 4 Wright Foundation Cancer Rehab
  • Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
  • Level 3 Diploma in GP Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Advanced Resistance Training
  • Level 3 Antenatal & Postnatal Programme Design
  • Level 3 Advanced Pilates Instructor
  • Level 3 Client Psychology & Motivation
  • Level 3 Exercise for Fat Loss
  • Level 3 Fitness Instructor
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Circuit Training, Core and Good Boost Instructor
  • Boxing for Fitness Activator
  • Behaviour Change Coaching
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Co ordinator Lola

About Me

 

I have worked in the Exercise Referral team for over 15 years.

 

I am the Coordinator for the Cardiac Scheme and deliver exercise classes for both cardiac and non-cardiac members across all three leisure centres.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Neurological Conditions
  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • BACPR Phase 4 Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Instructor Lynn

About Me

 

My main role within Active Blackpool is as an Exercise Referral Instructor. I support individuals with various medical conditions that may limit their participation in mainstream fitness, helping them build the confidence and fitness to transition into regular classes.

 

I also work in the Active Wellbeing Suite and cover fitness sessions as needed. With over 12 years in the industry, I strive to show that fitness can be fun, accessible, and life-changing.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
  • Level 3 Aquatic Activity for Health
  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Outdoor Activities
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor
  • Aqua Aerobics Instructor
  • Circuit Training Instructor
  • Escape Pain Instructor
  • Good Boost Instructor
  • Indoor Cycling Instructor
  • Boxing for Fitness Activator
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Officer Neil

About Me

 

As the Active Communities Development Officer, I lead the Exercise Referral Scheme, supporting individuals with long-term health conditions.

 

With over 26 years of experience, I am passionate about making exercise accessible and meaningful to all.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Cancer Rehabilitation
  • Level 4 Mental Health and Exercise
  • Level 4 Neurological Rehabilitation
  • Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Boxercise Instructor
  • Escape Pain Instructor
  • Good Boost Instructor
  • Indoor Cycling Instructor
  • The Perpetual Forward Motion Way to Movement Efficiency
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity
Co ordinator Phil

About Me

 

I am one of the Active Communities Referral Coordinators, supporting the Exercise Referral Scheme with structured 16-week programmes for individuals with a wide range of medical conditions.

 

With over 20 years of experience, I bring a depth of knowledge in prescribing safe and suitable exercises for all abilities.

My Qualifications

 

  • Level 4 Long-Term Neurological Conditions
  • Level 4 Wright Foundation Cancer Rehab
  • Level 4 Obesity & Diabetes
  • Level 3 Chair-Based Exercise for Frailer Older Adults
  • Level 3 Exercise Referral
  • Level 3 Personal Training
  • Level 2 Fitness Instruction for Adolescents
  • Box Extreme Instructor
  • Kettlebell Instructor
  • Indoor Cycling Instructor
  • Escape Pain Instructor
  • Good Boost Instructor
  • Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity