National Fitness Day in Waltham Forest

On Wednesday 16th September, the leisure centres operated by GLL across Waltham Forest will be celebrating the biggest physical activity celebration of the year. National Fitness Day aims to encourage the nation to get moving and bring people together regardless of fitness levels. The 2026 theme is Powered By You. You can have a free workout in the gym, play an activity like badminton or try out a fitness class. You can book on the website or Better UK app.  
 
The programme is listed in the table in this news story including free women-only gym in our new space at Leyton Leisure Centre. 
 
GLL CEO Peter Bundey said: “One of GLL's core values is 'Tackling Health Inequalities' - as the largest public operator in our sector, we know the collective difference we can make to the nation's health and wellbeing when we get more people more active. 

"So we were keen to support ukactive's National Fitness Day Campaign in our centres across England, Wales and Northern Ireland with 100s of free activities for everyone. 

“Encouraging individuals and communities to take small steps now can have huge benefits throughout their lifetimes." 
 
Locally, Community Sport Manager for GLL in Waltham Forest said “We want this to be the biggest and best National Fitness Day yet, so we want our existing members to show their power by encouraging friends, colleagues or family to try one of the free sessions. This could be the opportunity they need to ‘kick start’ their health journey. There are a range of activities so there should be something for everyone.”   

North Waltham Forest (E4)

 Central Waltham Forest (E17)

South Waltham Forest