Waltham Forest Summer Open Weekend
Everyone is invited to the Summer Open Weekend on the 19th and 20th July. We want members to use the opportunity to try a new activity or bring a friend and we are trying to reach out to people in Waltham Forest who have not experienced the Better centres. This special event offers the perfect opportunity for residents to explore the wide range of services and programmes available, encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle for all ages.
There are 11 centres across the borough, so we very much want to engage the local community. There is a range of free activities including foam blaster bash, swimming lessons, gym and Basic classes for individuals who may have not done much exercise in recent times. We welcome everyone who has booked on for free but please only take part in activities if you consider yourself healthy enough to do so. Additionally, please make sure you let the members of staff know about any health conditions which may impact your safety prior to activity.
How do you book? Non-members can participate by creating a free account via the app or online at https://bookings.better.org.uk/register, then simply booking an available open day activity. As part of the registration process, customers must agree to the activity terms and conditions, which include a signed waiver granting access into the centre.
To book our open day activities please visit the Open Weekend Tab when booking and select the date you would like to attend.
Chingford Leisure Centre (E4 9EY)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
|
Saturday and Sunday |
08:00-09:00 |
Swim for Fitness | Main Pool | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-10:00 | Swim for All | Main Pool | Children and adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 10:00-17:00 | Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and adults |
| Sunday | 13:00-13:30 | Swimbies class | Teaching Pool | Babies age 3 month+ |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:00-13:30 | Cardio class | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:30-14:00 | Mind and body class | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:30-14:30 | Swim school class | Teaching pool | Children 4+ |
Peter May Sports Centre (E17 4HR)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday | 10:00-12:00 | Badmiton Tournament (doubles- can come solo) | Sports Hall | Juniors (11+) and adults |
| Sunday | 10:00-11:00 | Table Tennis Tournament | Studio | Children ages 8-17 |
Better Gym- Walthamstow Stadium (E4 8SJ)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-16:00 | Gym | Gym | Adults and Seniors (60+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:00-14:00 | Junior Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:00-14:00 | Junior Obstacle course | Juniors (11+) | |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:30-13:00 | Cardio Class | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday | 13:00-13:15 | Senior Cardio | Studio | Seniors (60+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:00-14:00 | Junior Table Tennis | Juniors (11+) | |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:00-13:30 | Strength Class | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday only | 13:15-13:30 | Senior Strength | Studio | Seniors (60+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:30-14:00 | Core Conditioning | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday | 13:30-13:45 | Senior Core | Studio | Seniors (60+) |
| Saturday | 13:45-14:00 | Senior Stretch | Studio | Seniors (60+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 14:00-14:30 | Stretch Class | Studio | Adults |
Waltham Forest Feel Good Centre
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 08:00-08:30 | Swimbies Taster | Teaching Pool | Babies age 3 month + |
| Saturday | 08:30-09:00 | Core Conditioning | Studio 2 | Adults |
| Sunday | 08:45-09:15 | Swimbies Taster | Teaching Pool | Babies age 3 month + |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-17:00 | Arts and Crafts | Cafe | All |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-09:45 | Thermal Spa | Spa Experience | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-11:00 | Junior and Adult Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and Adults |
| Saturday | 10:00-15:00 | Junior Tennis | MUGA | Juniors (11+) |
| Sunday | 10:00-11:30 | 15 minutes class tasters | Sports Hall | Adults |
| Saturday | 10:30-12:30 | Gymnastics Taster | Sports Hall | Children (5+) |
| Saturday | 10:45-11:30 | Cardio Class | Group Cycle | Adults |
| Sunday | 10:45-11:15 | Mind and Body | Studio 1 | Adults |
| Sunday | 11:15-11:45 | Mind and Body | Studio 1 | Adults |
| Saturday | 11:45-12:15 | Swimbies Taster | Teaching Pool | Babies age 3 months + |
| Saturday | 11:45-12:30 | Cardio Class | Group Cycle | Adults |
| Sunday | 12:30-13:00 | Cardio Class | Group Cycle | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:00-15:00 | Junior and Adult Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 15:00-20:00 | Junior and Adult Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and Adults |
| Saturday | 18:00-18:30 | Cardio Class | Group Cycle | Adults |
Walthamstow Leisure Centre (E17 8RN)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-18:00 | Junior and Adult Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and Adults |
| Saturday | 09:00-11:00 | Gymastics Taster | Gymnasium | Children 4+ |
| Saturday | 09:00-10:00 | Dance Fitness | Studio | Adults |
| Sunday | 09:00-10:00 | Boxfit | Sports Hall | Adults |
| Sunday | 09:00-10:00 | Pilates | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday | 09:15-10:15 | High Intensity Interval Training | Sports Hall | Adults |
| Sunday | 09:30-10:15 | Gymnastic Taster | Gymnasium | 18 months to 3 years |
| Sunday | 10:00-11:00 | Legs, Bums and Tums | Studio | Adults |
| Sunday | 10:00-11:00 | Circuit Training | Sports Hall | Adults |
| Sunday | 10:15-11:00 | Gymnastics Taster | Gymnasium | Children 3+ |
| Saturday | 11:00-12:00 | Gymnastics Taster | Gymnasium | Children 8+ |
| Sunday | 11:00-13:00 | Gymnastics Taster | Gymnasium | Children 4+ |
| Saturday | 12:00-14:30 | Foam Blaster Taster | Sports Hall | Children 8+ |
| Sunday | 12:00-13:00 | Social Pickleball | Sports Hall |
Adults |
| Sunday | 12:00-17:00 | Bouncy Castle Taster | Sports Hall | Children |
| Sunday | 13:00-13:30 | Junior Gym Circuits | Studio | Juniors (11+) |
| Sunday | 13:00-14:00 | Gymnastics Taster | Gymnasium | Children 8+ |
| Saturday and Sunday | 14:00-18:00 | Squash | Squash Courts | Adults |
Leyton Leisure Centre (E10 5AB)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-17:00 | Adult Gym | Gym | Adults |
| Saturday | 10:30-11:30 | Boxfit | Studio 1 | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:00-13:00 | Swim School Taster | Teaching Pool | Children 4+ |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:30-13:15 | High Intensity Interval Training | Gym | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:00-18:00 | Junior Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) |
| Saturday and Sunday | 13:30-14:15 | Circuit Training | Gym | Adults |
Score Leisure Centre E10 5UN
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 09:00-17:00 | Adult Gym | Gym | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 10:00-17:00 | Junior Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) |
| Saturday | 10:00-13:00 | Social Badminton | Sports Hall | Adults |
| Saturday | 17:00-18:00 | Conditioning Class | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday | 17:00-21:00 | Social Pickleball | Sports Hall | Adults |
Leytonstone Leisure Centre (E11 4LA)
| Day | Time | Activity | Location | Age Group |
| Saturday and Sunday | 10:00-12:00 | Adult and Junior Gym | Gym | Juniors (11+) and Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 11:00-11:30 | Cardio Class | Mezannine | Adults |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:00-17:00 | Adult Gym | Gym | Adults |
| Sunday | 12:00-13:00 | Mind and Body | Studio | Adults |
| Saturday | 13:15-14:15 | Dance Class | Studio | Adults |
To find out what Lee Valley sites are doing to celebrate the Open Weekend please visit their homepage.
How to book
If you already have an account:
You can simply sign in and book activities.
If you're not a Better member or do not have an account:
You'll need to sign up for a free account so that you can book any of the activities available during the open weekend.
Booking your open weekend activity online
Log in via our customer portal. Once logged on, follow these steps:
Click the "Book Activity" button.
Select a local leisure centre by entering your postcode or choosing from the list.
Choose the category 'Other Activities' and tap 'Open Weekend'.
Scroll to 19th or 20th July, and find an open weekend activity that interests you.
Click "Book" and confirm the booking.
You can also book activities through the Better UK app. After setting up your exisiting or new, free booking account:
Tap the menu at the top-left and select "My Clubs."
Tap the plus button and choose a leisure centre.
Choose the category 'Other Activities' and tap 'Open Weekend'.
Scroll to 19th or 20th July, and find an open weekend activity that interests you.
Click "Book" and follow the steps to confirm.
What do I need to bring?
Please wear comfortable and appropriate clothing for all classes and activities; all equipment is provided. Please make sure you bring a towel and water with you.
What if I have a health condition?
Please make sure you let the members of staff know about any health conditions prior to activity.
What if I have never been before?
If you're new to any of the activities or unsure about using certain equipment, feel free to ask one of our staff members. We’re here to guide you. If you’re using the gym or taking part in any physical activities today, please ensure you’ve warmed up first. If you need guidance, our fitness instructors are here to help.
We look forward to welcoming you!