What is LEAP?
LEAP (Leeds Encouraging Activity in People) is a targeted community programme for people aged 18 and over who are currently physically inactive, have a long-term medical or mental health condition, and are likely to benefit clinically from taking part in regular physical activity.
LEAP is designed to help eligible people move more and become more active. It is not a weight management programme. Participants should feel ready to make positive changes to their behaviour and work towards a more active lifestyle.
Who can access the programme?
LEAP currently accepts referrals for people living in one of the following Leeds wards:
- Gipton & Harehills
- Burmantofts & Richmond Hill
- Killingbeck & Seacroft
- Armley
- Middleton Park
- Farnley & Wortley
- Hunslet & Riverside
- Chapeltown
- Beeston & Holbeck
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the programme, participants must:
- Be aged 18 or over
- Be motivated to become more active
- Be physically inactive or doing low levels of activity
- Have a BMI of less than 40
- Live in one of the eligible Leeds wards
- Have no contraindications to exercise
- Be considered safe to take part in physical activity
How to get referred
Referrals can be made through a healthcare professional, or individuals can self-refer through our self-referral portal available here.
What does the programme offer?
Eligible participants will be offered a face-to-face appointment with a LEAP Activator.
During this appointment, a pre-assessment will be completed, including the collection of key health measures such as blood pressure and heart rate. There will also be an opportunity to discuss personal goals, motivations, and suitable local activity options.
Additional support
All eligible participants will also be offered a discounted Active Leeds membership for 12 months.
