If you are over 45 and/or have any medical conditions and/or have not perticipated in an exercise routine before, then you should complete this assessment before starting a programme. You will be sent the ESSA assessment form to complete, which may require you to visit your doctor to get some health measure tested. The form is completed and returned, reviewed and a report given to you indicating if:

• you are safe to start and exercise programme

• you can start a programme but with some modifications or cautions

• you may be suitable to commence a programme under supervision

• you need further assessment before starting a programme

• you should not start a programme at this time and further interventions are required first