Active Communities Lewisham | Lewisham

Welcome to Lewisham's Actives Communities page, here you'll find a wide range of activities and programmes designed for everyone to bring Lewisham's residents together. With the aim of encouraging people to be more active more often.

From social walks and general activities to specialised activities for the youth, elderly, disabled and women only, we aim to build a strong, healthy and active community.

This page will not only show Better run activities but selected community groups and organisations we are supporting to help us get Lewisham residents trying new and different ways to Be Active.

Sign up to your free resident's card

As a resident of Lewisham, you're invited to sign up to a free resident card which enables you to enjoy up to 10% off centre activities and Active Communities Programme sessions across the Lewisham partnership. Follow these simple steps:

1 - Click on 'Join' below or at the top of this page.

2 - Select your preferred home centre

3 - Choose 'Pay as you go' membership option from the drop down list

4 - Select 'single payment' on your payment type

5 - Select 'Better Adult or Junior Resident' membership

Follow the remaining onscreen instructions and you're all set to enjoy a full programme of community activities at a discounted price or even for free.

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Women and Girls Programme

At Better in Lewisham, everyone's welcome to join our wide range of fitness and sports activities. That’s why we have created our own For The Girls programme across the borough.

You'll find sessions specifically aimed at women under the 'For The Girls' programme across our facilities in Lewisham. This is an opportunity for women of all ages and backgrounds to get active, make friends and have fun in a comfortable environment. So if you want to start your fitness journey with other women in the borough come down to your local Better run centre to become happier, healthier and more active.

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Junior Programme

Whatever your age or level of ability, our wide range of activities, lessons or courses will be available at your local Better Leisure Centre. Explore what we offer and find something which is suited to your needs.

You'll find sessions specifically aimed at Juniors under our ‘Junior Activities’ programme across our facilities in Lewisham. This is an opportunity for children and young people of all backgrounds to get active, make friends and have fun in a comfortable environment. So, if you want to start your fitness journey with other people of a similar age in the borough come down to your local Better run centre to become happier, healthier and more active

All our courses are geared towards making sure everyone has fun while learning new skills.

Older Adults Programme

From fitness classes to organised activity sessions, such as badminton, tennis or walking football, find a range of sessions suitable for those aged 60+. Get active, meet people and improve your social, mental and physical health with Better.

You'll find sessions specifically aimed at Older Adults under the 'Club Lewisham’ programme across our facilities in Lewisham. This is an opportunity for Older Adults of all backgrounds to get active, make friends and have fun in a comfortable environment. So, if you want to start your fitness journey with other people of a similar age in the borough come down to your local Better run centre to become happier, healthier and more active.

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Ballers Sports Coaching Community Football sessions

Where:on the 3G pitch at The Bridge Leisure Centre SE26 5AQ
Cost: Free

Day	Time
Monday	3pm-5pm
Tuesday	3pm-5pm
Thursday	3pm-5pm
Friday	3pm-5pm
Saturday	2pm-6pm
Sunday	12pm-4pm

There is no need to book but users will first need to register with Ballers below.

Over 60's Walking Football

Where: Bellingham Leisure & Lifestyle Centre SE6 3BT
Cost: Free
Starting in June

Level Water Swimming Lessons

Our 1:1 Swimming sessions are for children from 4-11 years old with a disability.

These specialist sessions are designed to give young people who can't currently swim or need more dedicated attention. The lessons are designed to build their water skills in a fun, safe and inclusive environment.

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