Make healthier choices with FLOURISH

FLOURISH

1.1 verb (of a living organism) grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly congenial environment.

“wild plants flourish on the banks of the lake”

What is FLOURISH?

FLOURISH is a free service provided by Horizon and funded by Hampshire County Council intended to support women to achieve a healthy weight and promote self-motivation and self-confidence. During the programme, participants will build resilience to sustain a positive behaviour change to take them beyond the course.

What is the criteria?

Participants must be/have:

A woman aged 18 or over
Living in or registered to a GP Surgery in the Havant Borough
A BMI of 30 or above or 27.5 for Black, Asian and other minority ethnic groups
Willing to invest your time in a 12-week programme
Attend two sessions a week at Havant or Waterlooville
Take part in a 26-week follow-up

Let’s Make Things Happen

This is a unique programme offering help and guidance in a positive and supportive way to improve motivation, confidence and self-esteem. During this 12-week course, we will utilise group physical activity and behaviour change methods, enabling you to flourish.

Emma George MSc, Community Health & Wellbeing Manager

FLOURISH With Horizon

To be considered for a place, please fill in the form.

Customer Testimonials

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I had not been doing any exercise for just over four years after I lost my horse, and my mobility had got bad after the extra weight I had put on. I saw this course advertised and thought, why not? At first, I was unsure about going into a room of strangers, but after the first day, I knew I had made the right choice; both Abi and Becca are so helpful and non-judgmental that the whole course is worth it . I have got back into the gym and got to try new classes that I would have never tried. My whole way of thinking about food has changed. Food is fuel. I would thoroughly recommend this course to everyone. It is so helpful and saving my life; I am so pleased.

- FLOURISH – Debbie M
The Flourish course had been a hugely positive experience for me. The fact most of us have the tools to succeed in getting healthier are unlocked each week on attending the course. It was informative, fun and friendly. The research undertaken was phenomenal! Georgia and Becky really are experts in the health and fitness environment. At the time of joining I was suffering extreme grief after losing my brother. I can safely say this course lifted me more than I could ever imagine. There were some incredible results in my group, in a short 12 weeks I lost 12kg, but some achieved a great deal more! The key is to remember it’s not about a strict diet and depriving yourself, but to re-tune into a healthier lifestyle. I would highly recommend this course.

- Ange – FLOURISH