A new health and rehabilitation suite has opened at Downs Leisure Centre in Seaford, East Sussex, offering support for older adults and individuals managing long-term health conditions. The facility, operated by Wave Active, integrates specialist clinical expertise with advanced neuro-rehabilitation technology, marking a departure from traditional clinical settings for such services.
The suite is staffed by a physiotherapist, a neuro-physiotherapist, and other health practitioners, according to a report from the BBC. Users will have access to technology including augmented reality glasses – the Strolll system – and interactive touchscreen tables designed to aid in therapeutic applications. The Strolll glasses are being used outside of a hospital or clinical environment for the first time in the UK.
Dominic Crowhurst, physiotherapist and head of Wave Active Health, described the facility as a “transformative step forward,” stating that the combination of clinical expertise and neuro-rehabilitation technology will offer “personalised, engaging and effective rehabilitation in a welcoming community setting.”
Wave Active CEO Duncan Kerr said the centre had been designed to “support active ageing, rehabilitation and those living with long-term health conditions.” The approach emphasizes low-impact exercises, suitable for individuals recovering from injury, illness, or surgery, or those returning to activity after a period of inactivity.
Downs Leisure Centre, located on Sutton Road in Seaford, is one of Wave Active’s largest facilities. It offers a range of amenities including a gym, exercise classes, sports halls, outdoor pitches, and a café. The centre is accessible by bus and is within walking distance of Seaford Railway Station and Seaford Head Swimming Pool. Parking is available on-site, including designated disabled bays. The centre is open Monday to Friday from 6:00 to 22:00, and on weekends from 8:00 to 18:00, with adjusted hours on bank holidays.
Wave Active is a charity focused on inspiring active lifestyles and investing in health, according to information on the organization’s Facebook page. Further details on timetables and available classes can be found on the Wave Active website.
