The FIA's "go" programme for 15- to 16-year-old girls has launched at a health club in Warrington.

Forty-four girls from Penketh High School will be taking part in the programme, which is being held at the town’s David Lloyd club.

"Go" is designed to offer girls the opportunity to participate in non-traditional sporting activities and develop healthier lifestyles.

Labour MP for Warrington South Helen Southworth, who helped launch the initiative, says: “I am pleased to be able to support the FIA in its go programme, an example of how an innovative and fun approach to fitness and sports can encourage more young people to get active.

"I was pleased to see some go sports instructors in action in my constituency, and was incredibly impressed by their enthusiasm and commitment. I hope more girls in my local schools are able to get involved.”

The scheme also offers the girls a discounted membership and the opportunity to work out with trained gym staff in and out of school hours.

Zerritha Brown, programmes manager at the FIA, says: “It has been fantastic working with Penketh High School and David Lloyd, which together have founded a very successful programme. Through the go programme, the school has seen an increase in participation in physical activity among their year 11 girls.”