Fit & Active Barnet

Barnet

The Fit and Active Barnet Hub (FAB) is a one-stop destination for everything health, fitness, and wellbeing in Barnet.

Whether taking first steps towards a healthier lifestyle or looking to stay active and informed, the FAB Hub brings together everything in one easy-to-use space:

  • Explore local programmes: Find physical activity and weight management programmes, including GP referral options tailored to meet patients needs.
  • Get inspired: Access practical health and wellbeing tips, expert guidance, and real-life stories from Barnet residents making positive changes.
  • Find the perfect activity: Use the Activity Finder to discover local classes, sports, and groups that suit your interests and schedule. It's designed to help overcome the biggest barrier to getting active - knowing where to start.
  • Register for the Free FAB card: Barnet residents can sign up for a FAB Card to unlock exclusive offers, discounts, and events that support a healthier lifestyle.
  • Inclusive and accessible facilities: All leisure centres are Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) accredited, offering accessible equipment in both gyms and pools to ensure everyone can get active comfortably and confidently.

Enjoy more for less with a Free FAB Card

Barnet residents can now access a range of exclusive health and fitness benefits with the free Fit and Active Barnet (FAB) Card, launched by the London Borough of Barnet in partnership with Better leisure centres.

This includes:

  • Up to 50% off selected activities at local leisure centres
  • Free swimming for children under 8
  • £1 swim sessions for children aged 8-11
  • Free swimming for carers (including foster carers), looked after children and young people, and those who are care experienced can enjoy free swimming at participating leisure centres.
  • Discounts on Barnet Health Walks, helping to stay active in the great outdoors.

Whether trying something new or looking to make healthy living more affordable, the FAB Card is key to a more active lifestyle. 

Healthwise AWM programme

The Healthwise AWM programme supports Barnet residents to improve their diet, increase their physical activity and achieve overall weight loss.

Find out how the programme has transformed the health and wellbeing of patients like Domingo and supported him on his weight loss journey.

FAB would really value your help in ensuring patients are matched with the most suitable support to maintain more positive health outcomes like Domingo.

To refer patients to the hub, visit the Barnet AHW Care Pathway.


How to Refer

EMIS form

Referral methods: Email

Where to find the form

  • BAR Global > Healthwise Referral Form - Barnet

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Review date: Wednesday, 16 September 2026