Join us across Camden for our Summer Open Weekend
Explore, Move, and Connect across Camden for our summer Open Weekend!
This summer, we are excited to invite you to our Open Weekend, a full two days of free activities, classes, and family fun across five fantastic leisure centres. Whether you’re a regular or new to our facilities, this is your chance to explore everything on offer and get involved in your local community for free!
From Saturday the 19th of July to Sunday the 20th of July, enjoy open access to gyms, swimming, fitness classes, and family-friendly extras at Kentish Town Sports Centre, Pancras Square Leisure, Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre, Oasis Sports Centre, and King’s Cross Fitness.
Try out the gym from 9am–1pm or bring the kids along for Junior Gym (1pm–3pm). On Saturday, join HIIT and Core Conditioning (9am–10am) followed by Zumba (10am–11am). Sunday features a relaxing Yoga session (1.30pm–2.30pm). The pool will be open for Swim for All and Swim for Fitness (12pm–3pm). Plus, enjoy face painting, gym challenges, and free health checks all weekend.
Open access to Swim for All (10am–2pm) and Junior Gym (10am–4pm) is available across both days. Adults and juniors can also use the gym during these times. Try Core, Strength, Yoga, and Pilates classes or jump into Legs, Bums & Tums in the afternoon.
Enjoy a full-day schedule (8am–6pm) including Adult and Junior Gym, £1 Junior Swims, fitness class tasters, and indoor racket sports for seniors.
Swiss Cottage Saturday Summer Fete (11am–1pm)
Held on the outdoor pitch, this family-friendly celebration includes kids’ activities, community stalls, and appearances from GSF athletes.
Half the pitch will be dedicated to fun and games for children, while the other half hosts local organisations sharing their services.
Try Cardio Masterclass, Pilates, Yoga, Step, Group Cycle, and Power Pump, plus Adult & Junior Gym Tasters (10am–4pm). Families can enjoy the outdoor pool with swimming lessons and inflatable fun swims.
Oasis Summer Party – Saturday, 12pm–3pm
Relax on the upper sun terrace with mocktails, music, and games as we celebrate the season in true Camden style!
Experience KX’s vibrant Elevate sessions on Saturday:
- HIIT Strength (9am)
- Group Cycle & HIIT Endurance (10am)
- HIIT Power (11am)
It’s the perfect chance to try something new in a dynamic, modern gym setting.
Non members
Non-members can participate by creating a free account via the Better UK app or online at https://bookings.better.org.uk/register, then simply booking an available open day activity. As part of the registration process, customers must agree to the activity terms and conditions, which include a signed waiver granting access into the centre.
Equipment
We encourage members to use their own equipment where possible in our fitness classes but fitness equipment will be provided where needed.
- Please remember to wipe down all equipment before and after use with the provided cleaning materials.
- You can bring your own swimming aids/equipment from home.
- Goggles or swimwear will be available for purchase at participating leisure centres.
- Please wear appropriate footwear and sports wear when participating in dry physical activity.
- Please wear appropriate swim wear when in the pools or saunas.
If you have any questions or concerns on the Open weekend, please speak to a member of staff.
Come along, try it out, and discover something new this Open Weekend at BETTER in Camden, We look forward to seeing you!
Full Open Weekend Timetable
| Centre | Saturday 19th July | Sunday 20th July |
| Kentish Town Sports Centre | Gym Access 9:00 am -1:00 pm Junior Gym 1:00 pm -3:00 pm Swim for Fitness 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Swim for all 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm HIIT 9:00 am - 9:30 am Core Conditioning 9:30 am - 10:00 am Zumba 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Gym Access 9:00 am-1:00 pm
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| Pancras Square Leisure |
Swim for all 10 am -2:00 pm Junior Gym 10am - 4 pm Strength class 12:00 pm |
Junior gym 10 am - 4 pm Pilates 13:00 |
| Oasis Sports centre |
10am - Cardio Master Class (Functional Fitness) Adult & Junior Gym 10am-4pm Gym Taster 10am-4pm Family Fun Swim - 10am-4pm - Outdoor Pool Oasis Summer Party 12pm-3pm |
10am - Mind & Body (Yoga) Adult & Junior Gym 10am-4pm Gym Taster 10am-4pm Kids Swim for £1, 9.30am-10.50am Family Fun Swim 10am-4pm - Outdoor Pool |
| Kings Cross Fitness | 09:00 am - Elevate HIIT Strength 10:00 am - Elevate Group Cycle 10:00 am - Elevate HIIT Endurance 11:00 am - Elevate HIIT Power |
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| Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre | Gym/Sports Hall/Swimming Pool Timings: 8 am – 6pm | Gym/Sports Hall/Swimming Pool Timings: 8 am – 6pm |