GYM
Whether you are a first-timer or a regular user, the gym at Thorton Heath Leisure Centre has to be seen to be believed. Following a fantastic new installation and TechnoGym equipment. Our gym has over 65 stations which includes a variety of resistance and cardiovascular machines, free weights and a spacious functional floor area. At Better, we’re all about helping everybody get fit and healthy.
Before using the gym you'll need to complete an induction, so our fitness instructors can check you are well enough to train. As well this gives you the opportunity to get advice about other activities the centre may offer which could help you achieve your fitness goals.
Gym Inductions
Our gym floor is always staffed, and our fitness instructors are happy to help you with any queries or support. You can choose between a 30-minute basic induction, where our instructors will give you a brief introduction to the gym, the equipment and health & safety advice, or a 1-hour Total Induction, where they will discuss your goals, write you a programme and give an overall health MOT
Junior Gym
Junior gym is a dedicated session for children aged between 11-17 to use the gym facilities, with daily after-school sessions available and drop-in weekends. Juniors are required to complete an induction before being allowed to partake in the junior gym sessions.
Junior gym members do not have to be accompanied by an adult, but they must complete a full induction before using the gym.
The induction includes a one to one session with a Fitness Instructor, who will take you through the use of our gym equipment, help you set personal goals and show you the latest exercise techniques based on your fitness level
We also offer Adult and Junior Gym sessions, where every pre-paid adult can bring one junior member to train with them for free.
These sessions available to children aged 11 to 17 years:
- Monday to Friday 4pm to 6pm
- Saturday and Sunday 2pm to 4pm
During School holidays, additional sessions are available.
