Falls Prevention & Otago Exercise Programmes in Bristol

Welcome to our directory of Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) and falls prevention providers available in Bristol.

The Otago Exercise Programme is an evidence-based strength and balance programme originally developed for falls prevention in older adults. In many areas, Otago-based exercises are delivered through a combination of clinically led services and community-based programmes, depending on local pathways and individual needs.

It’s important to note that formal OEP delivery is often physiotherapy-led and may require referral via healthcare services. Alongside this, many community organisations, charities, and activity providers offer strength and balance programmes based on the same principles, which may be accessible via self-referral.

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Otago and falls prevention programmes in this county

This section lists organisations and services offering Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) delivery, clinically led falls prevention services, and community-based strength and balance programmes aligned with falls prevention principles. Availability, eligibility, and access routes vary. Some services require professional referral, while others may be open to self-referral. Found a broken link?

Bristol Community Health – Strength & Balance Classes (physiotherapy-led; Bristol GP patients)

Area covered: Bristol (North, South, Central/East localities)
Location: Closed groups run Tue–Thu across 3 Bristol localities; referral sent to Knowle Clinic (Bristol, BS4 2UH).
Provision: Group classes (12-week programme; physiotherapy-led)
Access: Referral-only (after MFRA by health professional or Specialist Falls Service assessment)

Targeted physiotherapy group exercise for adults at risk of falling or post-fall; weekly sessions with exercise plus falls-prevention strategies.

Phone: 0117 9190290
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Strength & Balance Classes (incl. ReACT) – Bristol City Council partner centres

Area covered: Bristol (multiple local centres)
Location: Multiple venues listed on page (e.g., Greenway Centre; Brunel Fitness Centre; Easton Leisure Centre; St Pauls CSA; Ambition Lawrence Weston; Waverley House; Hengrove Park LC; The Park Centre)
Provision: Group classes (strength & balance; some ReACT)
Access: Self-referral (contact a centre; assessment before first class)

Programme of strength & balance classes run via local centres to help reduce risk of falling; includes ReACT classes with social element.

Phone: 07825 033 741
Email: bristolcommunityoutreach@everyoneactive.com
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Strength and Balance Classes – Bristol City Council

Area covered: Bristol
Location: Council leisure centres across Bristol
Provision: Group classes
Access: Self-referral

Strength and balance classes to help reduce the risk of falls.

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This directory is provided for informational purposes only. Inclusion does not imply endorsement. Users should make their own enquiries to determine suitability and availability of any programme or provider.