Sports hall

At Shankill Leisure Centre we have a double size sports hall that is eight badminton courts large.

We can set the hall up for a wide variety of sports including 5-a-side, badminton, pickleball, netball, basketball, and volleyball, to name but a few. 

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What's on offer

At the Shankill Leisure Centre you can play the following in the hall.

  • 5-a-side football
  • badminton
  • Pckleball
  • Vollyball
  • Netball
  • Basketball
  • Futsal
  • Cricket bowling practice

So if you need a space to play, practice or perform we are the venue for you.

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Casual Play

If you fancy a game of badminton, pickleball, or 5-a-side football you're in the right place.

Non members can book upto 5 days in advance, members 7 days in advance.

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Remember, all direct debit members get a daily racquet sport booking included in their membership.

If you think you're going to repeat play why not join up to one of our, no minimum term memberships.

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Block Bookings

We offer regular bookings, at very competitive prices, to teams and groups who want to guarantee a slot to play their chosen sport or activity every week.

We also offer an additional discount for those groups who block book 10 weeks or more in advance. 

If you would like to book a time slot or find out more;

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Booking FAQs

How far in advance can I make a booking?

  • Swimming, gym, fitness classes and other sport activity bookings will be available 7 days in advance for members - from 6pm for swimming, 8pm for gym and from 10pm for fitness classes and other activities. Activity bookings will be available 5 days in advance for non-members.
  • Trampoline, soft play, birthday parties and Spa Experience treatment bookings will be available one month in advance in most locations.
  • Activity sessions are subject to availability and programming.

Do I have to be a member to make a booking?

  • You do not have to be a member to attend an activity or make a booking, however, you will need to create a free online account before you can book an activity.
  • Pay as you Go memberships are also available to purchase and provide the membership holder with discounted activity fees. 
  • Visit the Better customer portal and select 'create an account', or visit our video guides to booking to learn how to create a free online account as a non-member.

How do I book into a session?

  • Customers are encouraged to book online to guarantee their activity date and time.
  • Bookings can be made online by selecting your preferred venue here, or via the Better UK App.
  • Click here for information about booking activities online or via the Better UK app.

Can I join a waitlist if there are no available time slots?

We are offering waiting lists to membership holders for fitness classes only. When an activity timeslot becomes available, you will be notified by email. Booking into a timeslot from a waiting list is on a first come, first served basis.

Can I book a session at another Better leisure centre?

Yes, you can book sessions at other Better leisure centres. You may be charged a fee if the location or activity is not included within your membership.