Falls Prevention & Otago Exercise Programmes in North Somerset

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

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?

Ageing Well Exercise Classes (incl. Strong & Steady) – Better Health North Somerset

Area covered: North Somerset
Location: North Somerset community venues / online (see page)
Provision: Group classes + online options
Access: Self-referral (contact via Age UK Somerset & North Somerset)

Local exercise offer for older adults, including strength & balance ‘Strong and Steady’.

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Strength and Balance Classes (Wesport – Ageing Well)

Area covered: Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (classes listed by area on page)
Location: Multiple venues; page lists classes and contact details by area
Provision: Group strength & balance classes (falls-risk reduction focus)
Access: Self-referral (contact listed on page / instructor contacts by venue)

Wesport’s hub listing local strength and balance classes aimed at improving balance, strength and reducing falls risk.

Email: Kirsty.brown@wesport.org.uk
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Strong and Steady Sessions (Age UK Somerset) – Falls Prevention

Area covered: Somerset and North Somerset
Location: Multiple venues across Somerset & North Somerset (contact for nearest session)
Provision: Group classes (two tiers) + home exercises
Access: Self-referral (Age UK Somerset asks for a health questionnaire/referral form before joining)

Age UK Somerset’s falls-prevention strength and balance sessions (including Otago-based ‘Stay Strong Stay Steady’).

Phone: 01823 345614
Email: fallsprevention@ageuksomerset.org.uk
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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.