Imagine a future where going to your local leisure centre means so much more than a swim or visit to the gym. Where you can schedule a visit to receive rehabilitation advice for your hip, discuss your dietary requirements, enjoy the benefits of a remedial massage or receive treatment for an injury – all under the same roof.

In Ascot Vale, that future is now a reality.

Ascot Vale Leisure Centre (AVLC) has opened their doors to the highly anticipated MOVE Health Clinic, making it easier than ever before for the community to access healthcare where they already go to move, recover and connect.

Offering four purpose-built, fully equipped allied health consulting suites and a growing team of allied health professionals, locals in Ascot Vale and surrounds will be empowered to take control of their health through services including a Dietitian and an Exercise Physiologist. Plans are also in place to expand into a broader range of allied health offerings including Remedial Massage, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy.

And the best part? As a grand opening, *limited time offer, eligible patients can now access these allied health services face-to-face or via video at no out-of-pocket cost, improving access to affordable, high-quality health care for local residents living with chronic health conditions.

The MOVE Health Clinic’s location within the leisure centre – adjacent to aquatic and gym facilities – offers a unique advantage for rehabilitation and ongoing health management. Clients can incorporate supervised exercise into their treatment plans, enhancing outcomes and convenience.

Through tailored allied health services delivered on-site, clients will work toward their wellbeing goals related to health promotion and prevention with professional support, whether it’s recovering from surgery, managing chronic disease, promoting child development, improving mobility, or accessing mental health support.

Nick Cox, Belgravia Leisure CEO is proud that Belgravia Leisure is at the forefront of the movement towards leisure centres playing a more pivotal role in a holistic approach to health.

“Staring down the traditional model of community leisure centres, this model reflects a growing trend of leisure centres across Australia – such as the Summit Aquatic Centre in SA and Inverell Aquatic Centre in NSW – transforming into wellbeing hubs. These centres are no longer just about fitness, but about supporting people holistically: physically, mentally and socially.

“In the spirit of this, we’ll look to roll out a range of in-house allied health services in our leisure centres across the country – all reactive to bespoke community needs,” said Cox.

Kia Naylor, Allied Health Manager at Belgravia Leisure, says the combination of services offered will continue to be monitored and adjusted according to community needs.

“This approach will foster collaboration between our allied health professionals for comprehensive patient care, whilst leveraging the wonderful facilities and programs of Ascot Vale Leisure Centre.

“It’s all about reducing as many barriers as we can for clients in their quest to achieve better health outcomes that matter to them, and we are pleased to offer these services at no out of pocket cost to the community for a limited time,” Naylor said. 

Other Belgravia Leisure venues across Australia and New Zealand without space for full consulting suites are currently offering innovative options like Exercise Physiology memberships, providing group-based, affordable access to clinical support for as little as $50 a week. MOVE also offers an EP membership as a part of their Gold Membership offering for as little as $43 a week (concession).

To learn more about the new MOVE Health Clinic or to make an appointment, visit the MOVE Moonee Valley website.

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