New appointment to Oldham Active’s fitness team

Oldham Active (Oldham Community Leisure) has employed a new Group Health and Fitness Brand Manager, Lauren Connis.

Ms Connis will be responsible for improving the trust’s leisure offer, including its gym provision, group exercise programmes, health referrals and services based out in the local community.

She has been appointed to this brand new role, which will see her working with the senior team to facilitate key local community projects.

She will work to ensure Oldham Active maintains its standing as the key health and wellbeing provider in the Oldham community.

Ms Connis has extensive experience in the leisure and fitness industry, having spent many years working for Pure Gym, GLL, David Lloyd and Blackburn Borough Council in a variety of positions including Activities Manager and Leisure Centre Manager.

Ms Connis began her journey in the industry as a semi-professional dancer, fitness instructor and personal trainer.

She said: “I’m passionate about creating opportunities for everyone to move a little more every day.

"Part of my commitment with Oldham Active is to identify health inequalities and deliver programmes that redress this imbalance.

“I am delighted to have the chance to work with Oldham Active.

"The opportunity to work in a role that focuses on improving the health of the Oldham community through exercise provision is perfect for me.

"There are countless physical and mental health issues that can be reduced or resolved through physical activity.

“I am excited for the different challenges that await me; Oldham Active is a fantastic operator that’s not afraid to try new things and push boundaries.

"It has a great portfolio of facilities too, which is something I’m excited to work in.”

Ms Connis is particularly excited about exploring ways to give everyone access to the same opportunities for health.

She will work with the team to ensure Oldham Active’s programmes are relevant, cost effective and inspiring for everyone in the local community.

“I’m keen to get children off to a healthy start in life and to see this commitment flourish as they become adults, through every stage of their life,” she added.

“I’m already very impressed by Oldham Active’s Young Person’s Membership and I’m excited to expand this offer to include group exercise sessions tailored for young people.”

Simon Blair, Head of Business at Oldham Active, said: “I am delighted to welcome Lauren into our team.

"She has a wealth of experience across many roles with an impressive track record.

"Lauren is a very customer-focused individual, which fits in perfectly with our ethos of putting the community first in everything we do.”

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