Date posted 26 Jun 2026
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Join us at Blaydon Leisure Centre on the 18th and 19th July for an exciting open weekend delivered as part of the Gateshead partnership, showcasing the wide range of activities, facilities, and opportunities available to our community. Whether you’re looking to get active, try something new, or connect with local services, this is a great chance to experience everything the Leisure Centre has to offer.

Saturday 18th July Sunday 19th July
£1 swims before 10.00am Inclusive Swim session 8.00-9.00am
Family Swim £5, 13.00-14.00pm £1 swims before 10.00am
Aqua Splash, 15.15-16.00pm Family Swim 10.00am-11.00am
Gym Taster Sessions 10.00am-15.00pm Gym Taster Sessions 10.00am-15.00pm
Cardio fitness class (Step) 13.00pm Cardio fitness class (Step) 13.00pm
Strength fitness class 14.00pm Strength fitness class 14.00pm
Football taster sessions led by Lewis Dickman, a development coach from our partner club- Winlaton Jnr's. 10.00-11.30am Ages 5-6 £1.00 Athletics taster session led by Blaydon Harriers on our track, 11.00am-12.00 Ages 8-11 & 12-17.
Water Safety sessions with Claire 13.15-14.00pm & 14.00-14.45pm John from ' Your PT' and our experienced gym team on hand for any help on equipment or questions you may have. Challenges running across the day. 
Tanya from our healthwise team will be available to carry our free health checks from 9.00am-15.00pm checking your weight/BMI and blood pressure.  Womens weightlifting sessions in the gym 11.00am-12.00 & 13.00-14.00pm putting you through your paces!
John from, Your PT, alongside our experienced gym team, will be on hand to offer support with our modern, high quality Technogym equipment and answer any questions you may have. There will also be challenges running throughout the day.  Swalwell Community Fire Brigade will be in attendace to promote and enhance our water safety messaging.
Swalwell Community Fire Brigade will be in attendace to promote and enhance our water safety messaging. A colouring table with water safety resources for the youngsters!
A colouring table with water safety resources for the youngsters!  

What do you need!

Our poolside lockers are £0.20, available at reception or via our contactless token machine, gym changing rooms require a small padlock. Vending machines and water coolers are available for use on site. If taking part in activities externally, check the weather forecast in advance, sun cream or a raincoat may be required!

Non-member? No problem! Create a free membership using the following web link, or download the Better App on your smart-phone. https://bookings.better.org.uk/register

Bookings can be made here. Some of our activities will be found in the relevant activty location, others within the Open Weekend tile.

Bookings available here.  

We look forward to meeting you and showcasing Blaydon Leisure Centre.