Junior Gym

Junior Gym

Introduce your child to healthy exercise habits at a young age by enrolling them in a Junior Gym membership at Western Leisure Centre. Theses session are designed specifically for children between the ages of 11 and 17. Sessions are available after-school, at weekends, and during school holidays. A staff member is always available on the gym floor during the sessions to ensure that our junior members have an enjoyable and safe workout experience.

The Junior Gym membership provides juniors with access to the gym, junior fitness classes, junior activities and swimming pools at all our Better centres across Cardiff.

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Junior Gym Sessions

Our  Junior Gym sessions are designed for young people aged 11 to 17. Pre book your session via the online platfrom or the BetterUK App where one of our fitness instructors will supervise the session, offering guidance  and supporting you through your journey.  

Day and times available (term time):

Monday to Friday: 3.30pm-6.30pm

Saturday: 10.00am-11.00am and 2.00pm-3.00pm 

Day and times available (holidays):

Monday to Friday: 9.30-12.30pm and 3.30-6.30pm

Saturday 10.00-11.00am and 2.00-3.00pm

 

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Junior Gym Induction

In order to guarantee the safety of all our junior members, all juniors must complete a Junior Gym Induction with one of our certified fitness instructor who will instruct them on the appropriate use of the equipment and exercises. Prior to their initial Junior Gym session, it is mandatory for all juniors to schedule this induction.

Days and times available:

  • Monday: 4.00pm
  • Saturday: 10.00am
  • Sunday: 9.30am
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Adult and Junior Gym

Our Adult and Junior gym sessions provide an excellent way to exercise and spend quality time together. To promote physical activity among younger participants, prepaid adult members can bring a junior aged 9 to 15 to these sessions for free. The accompanying adult is responsible for supervising the juniors throughout the entire duration of the sessions.

Days and times available:

  • Saturday 9.00am-10.00am and 3.00pm-4.00pm
  • Sunday 9.00am-10.00am and 3.00pm-4.00pm
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MORE JUNIOR ACTIVITIES

Junior Football

Whether you want to play a 5-a-side game, practice, or just kick the ball around with friends. An indoor pitch is available at Western Leisure Centre for 11-17 year olds. So why not go get your friends for a game of football? 

Junior Football Drop-in Sessions

Term time 

Monday - Thursday 3.30-6.30pm 

*included free for junior gym members 
*this is a non-coached session 

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Junior Badminton and Pickelball

Badminton and Pickleball are a great way to have fun and improve fitness, regardless of age or ability level. 
 
Junior Badminton / Pickleball Drop-in Sessions: 
 
Term Time 

Monday-Thursday 3.30-6.30pm

*included free for junior gym members 
*this is a non-coached session 

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Junior Table Tennis

Table tennis is an exciting sport that combines speed and strategy, which can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. Visit Western Leisure Centre for one of our drop-in sessions. 

Junior Table Tennis drop-in sessions 

Term time 

Monday-Thursday 3.30-6.30pm

*Included free for Junior Gym members 
*This is a non-coached session 

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Junior Netball

Calling on all Netball lovers! It's a fun, exciting, fast-paced and skill-packed game – if you'd like to give it a go on your own or come along with friends, we now run drop-in sessions 

Junior Netball Drop-in Sessions 

Term time  

Monday – Thursday 3.30-6.30pm

*included free for junior gym members 

*this is a non-coached session 

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Junior Volleyball

Looking to try a new skill. If you're quick on your feet and have good coordination skills, you'll love hitting the ball over the net with this exciting sport at Better. 
Come alone or with friends and try volleyball at the Western Leisure Centre. 

Junior Volleyball Drop-in Session 

Wednesday 4.30-5.30pm 

*included free for junior gym members 
*this is a non-coached session 

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Junior Basketball

Bounce into basketball with Better. 
Basketball offers a fun way to build endurance and muscle, learn to focus better and burn calories. 
Whether you want to practice your three pointers, shoot hoops or challenge your friends to a game, Western Leisure Centre is the place for you. 

Junior Basketball Drop-in Sessions 

Term Time 

Monday – Thursday 3.30-6.30pm 

*included free for junior gym members 
*this is a non-coached session 

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