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What is Junior Gym

Junior gym is a dedicated session for 11-17 year olds. The session allows them to start their fitness journey in a safe environment that’s fun and effective, whilst improving their health and wellbeing.

All juniors are required to have a junior gym induction with one of our qualified fitness instructors before being allowed into the gym.

Junior Gym days and times:

Monday - Friday: 15:30 -  17:00 

Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 - 14:00

School holidays:

08:00 - 20:00

Junior Gym induction

A Junior Gym induction is required before attending the first junior gym sessions.

Junior inductions are conducted by our level 2 qualified Fitness Instructors in small groups of no more than four people and are 30 minutes long.

During the inductions, our Instructors will go over all health & safety information about the gym, explain the gym etiquette, demonstrate the equipment that juniors are allowed to use during the sessions, and show how to use it safely.

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Adult & Junior Gym

Calling all gym members with children. Would you like to bring along your child to train with you in the gym for free? Our 'Adult and Junior Gym' sessions allow any pre-paid adult to bring a child to the gym with them for free.

The reservation must be made by the adult who books the 'Adult and Junior Gym session with their membership. Juniors do not need to book the session but must be supervised and accompanied by an adult at all times.

Session Days & Times: Weekends, 3:30pm – 5pm.

*Supervision: Please note that the adult/parent must actively supervise the child at all times and takes responsibility for the child's conduct and safe use of machines. Only children between 11-17yrs are permitted in the session, and it is limited to one child per one supervising adult. If an adult is not supervising the child or the child misuses the gym equipment or misbehaves, both parties may be asked to leave.

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Martial arts are codified systems and traditions of combat practised for a number of reasons. Here at Crystal Palace National Sports centre we offer weekly sessions run by qualified coaches.

Whether you're a regular participant in martial arts or want to try something new, these drop in session are a great way to learn discipline and learn new skills.

Sessions take place on Tuesdays and Fridays from 18:30-19:30, as part of our Lessons and Courses programme.

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Junior Fitness Classes

Get fit and have fun with friends. Our junior fitness classes provide a great workout experience for young people aged 11 to 17. With structured exercise programs and a knowledgeable fitness instructor, these classes are designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. Choose from Cardio and Strength & Conditioning classes that you can easily book in advance through our app or online. Get ready to sweat, challenge yourself, and make fitness a blast!

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Cardio Junior

These classes are designed to boost cardiovascular health and take your fitness to teh next level. Get ready to sweat as you workout on the c.v machines and push yourself with high-intensity bodyweight exercises.

Days and times: Thursdays 16:00 - 16:30

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Strength and Conditioning Junior

This class combines functional movements and athletic drills to help you develop both strength and agility. You'll learn the proper technique of fundamental exercises and finish with a thrilling circuit that will leave you feeling empowered and energized.

Days and times: Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30

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Junior Gym Rules

Juniors are required to vacate the gym when the sessions finish and are not able to stay between sessions. 

Juniors will have access to the majority of gym equipment including:

  • Cardio machines (treadmills, cross-trainers, upright bikes, spin bikes, recumbent bikes and rowing machines) 
  • Resistance machines* (chest press, chest fly, lateral row, cables pulley machines, leg press, hip adductor, hip abductor, lat pull down, shoulder press, leg extension, hamstring curl, & assisted chin-up) 
  • Functional Area* (TRX ropes, kettle bells, bosu balls, skipping ropes, steps, slam balls, battle rope, plyo boxes, small free weights) 

Juniors are not able to access the free weights area. 

*Juniors are required to use the lightest weight plates when using the resistance machines, as well as under 10kg dumbbells in the functional area.

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