Junior Gym
At Thamesmere Leisure Centre, we believe it’s essential for juniors to develop healthy habits from a young age. That’s why we offer a variety of engaging activities designed to suit all interests and ability levels, helping young people stay active, have fun, and build confidence. Our goal is to support them on their health and fitness journey in a welcoming, inclusive environment. With our Junior Membership, they gain even greater access to a fantastic programme of activities, not just at Thamesmere Leisure Centre but also at any Better Leisure Centre in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, giving more opportunities to get involved, stay motivated, and enjoy an active lifestyle.
Junior Induction
Junior Gym inductions give young members the opportunity to spend time with a Fitness Instructor who will teach them how to work out safely and effectively in the gym. These sessions help juniors learn proper techniques, build confidence, and develop good habits in a supervised environment. Inductions are an important step to ensure they get the most from their gym experience. To book a Junior Gym induction, please email the centre to arrange a convenient time. This personalised guidance supports a safe and enjoyable introduction to fitness for all junior members.
Junior Gym
Junior Gym sessions are when we allow juniors 11yrs - 17yrs into the gym to train.
The spaces are limited and pre booking is essential via the Better App or through the Website. This can be booked up to 7days in advance with a Better Health Junior membership
Days and times available:
| Day | Time |
| Monday - Friday | 16.00-19.00pm / 12.00-19.00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | 12.00-14.00pm |
Adult & Junior Gym Sessions
Why not work out alongside your child? Exercising together strengthens your bond, sets a positive example, boosts motivation, and encourages lifelong healthy habits—for both of you. Supervised throughout the session and they cannot use the resistance equipment during the session.
Days and times available:
| Day | Time |
| Saturday & Sunday | 14.00-16.00pm |
| School Holidays (Monday - Friday) | 9.00am-16.00pm |
Junior Gym Rules
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* (Kettle bells, 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.
Junior Activities
Swim For All
Our Swim For All sessions are a fun way for you to stay active and burn off energy. You can join with your family or friends and enjoy time together in the teaching pool. These sessions are available during weekday daytime hours, giving you plenty of chances to splash and have fun!
Weekend sessions are available in the teaching pool & main pool and extended times are available during school holiday periods.
Don't forget your 20p for the lockers.
| Day | Time |
| Wednesday | 9.00-10.30am |
| Thursday | 12.30-14.00pm |
| Friday | 9.00-10.30am |
| Saturday | 14.00-15.30pm |
| Sunday | 13.00-15.30pm |
Junior Activities Across Greenwich
Our Junior Membership gives young people even more ways to stay active and engaged. Members can enjoy a wide range of activities, including swim sessions and fitness classes, not Thamesmere Leisure Centre but across all centres in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. This means greater access to sports, swimming, and exercise programmes that keep them motivated and involved. Whether they want to improve their swimming skills or join group fitness classes, our Junior Membership supports a healthy, fun, and active lifestyle in a variety of settings. It’s the perfect way to stay fit and enjoy new challenges.
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