Falls Prevention & Otago Exercise Programmes in Leicestershire

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

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.

Do you deliver an Otago Exercise Programme in this county?
If you are an Otago-trained instructor, a healthcare professional, or represent an organisation delivering Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) services or falls prevention strength and balance programmes, you can submit your details for inclusion in this directory.

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?

Falls Prevention Service (Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust)

Area covered: Leicestershire
Location: Falls Therapy Team (locations arranged after referral)
Provision: Group programme + clinic assessment
Access: Referral via healthcare or social care professional

NHS falls prevention service offering clinic assessment and a falls prevention programme including strength and balance exercises.

Phone: 01530 468510

Steady Steps – Active Together

Area covered: Leicestershire
Location: Community venues across the county
Provision: Group classes
Access: Self-referral

Falls management and postural stability exercise programme.

Steady Steps Falls Prevention Programme (Active Charnwood)

Area covered: Charnwood district (Leicestershire)
Location: Venues include Loughborough Leisure Centre, Mountsorrel Memorial Centre, John Storer House
Provision: Group classes
Access: Self-referral (register interest; pre-assessment required)

Free 24-week falls prevention group exercise pathway with maintainers option.

Phone: 01509 632534

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.