Xplore | Hillingdon

Xplore is a dynamic and engaging healthy lifestyle programme that supports children, young people, and their families in building healthier habits and becoming more active. The programme provides a fun, welcoming, and safe environment where participants can learn practical tips on topics such as healthy eating and physical activity. Enabling children and families to make better life choices for their health in the future.

Designed for children and young people aged 5-17, Xplore includes interactive workshops and enjoyable physical activity sessions tailored to different age groups.

This programme is completely free and is delivered at Better leisure centres across Hillingdon and community venues. Ongoing support is offered to families after completion to help them maintain their healthy lifestyle changes.

Referrals

Referrals are accepted from health professionals, schools, self-referral portal and via email.

For more information, please call the team on 01895541474 or email hillconfed.healthwise@nhs.net

Self-referral Portal

Eligibility Criteria

The programme is aimed at children and young people aged 5-17 who:

Attend a school, sixth form, or FE within the borough
Live in the borough of Hillingdon and/or
Are registered with a Hillingdon GP
Have no complex needs

Programme options

The service offers a range of programmes for children and young people depending on their age and needs:

Children and Families Programme (for children aged 5-11 years)

This will take place at a Better leisure centre or a participating school within Hillingdon and will run over 8 weeks with each weekly session lasting for 1 hour.

Each session covers a specific topic, which includes fun activities and games for children and facilitated discussions for parents/carers, who are required to attend each session.

Every child that completes the programme will receive a pre-loaded £20 membership card to spend how they wish at our Better leisure centres in the Borough.

Adolescent programme (for children aged 11-13 years)

This will take place at a Better leisure centre, a community venue, or a participating school within Hillingdon and will run over 8 weeks with each weekly session lasting 1 hour.

11-13-year-olds may attend without an adult but will need parental consent.

This is part of the Junior Gym programme. When timetabled, they can attend sessions.

All attendees that complete the programme will receive a pre-loaded £20 membership card to spend how they wish at our Better leisure centres in the Borough.

Young Adults Programme (for young people aged 14-17 years)

Our young adults programme will be based at our Better leisure centres, or a participating community venue across Hillingdon and will run over 12 weeks. Young people will have access to a range of physical activities, including supervised gym sessions.

Parents/carers are required to attend the first and last session to complete the paperwork.

All young people will receive a 3-month membership to use for the duration of the programme.

Current Programmes

Family (5-11 years)

Xplore @ Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Complex

Every Tuesday at 4pm-5pm

This family-based programme brings parents and children together to build healthy habits.

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Our Junior Gym sessions

Our Junior Gym sessions have been created specifically for under 18s to give them the best start on their fitness journey. This 12-week programme is open to young people aged 11 to 17 and provides a safe, supportive environment where they can build confidence, stay active, and learn how to use gym equipment responsibly. Sessions will take place across three of our leisure centres: Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Complex, Botwell Green Leisure Centre, and Highgrove Pool and Fitness Centre.

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Xplore Online Programme (for children aged 5–11 years)

Our online programme runs over 6 weeks and is designed to help children and their families build healthier habits from home. Each week includes interactive nutrition workshops and fun family challenges, all delivered virtually by our expert team.

Families can take part from home with engaging videos, fun activities, and easy recipes to try together. Each session offers practical tips and guidance to help families make small, lasting changes to their lifestyle.

Parents or carers are encouraged to join the sessions alongside their children to get the most from the programme.