Junior Gym and Fitness in Manchester

Looking for a way to keep your kids active? Our gyms and leisure centres across Manchester offer junior memberships for under-18s, giving them access to gyms, pools and a wide range of sports facilities.

There are also plenty of fun ways for young people to get fit, with dedicated fitness classes, gym sessions and activities for kids across the city.

Learn more about gym memberships for teens and juniors, and discover what else is on offer in the Manchester area below.

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Fitness for kids in Manchester

Want to find a way to get your kids and teens moving? Sign them up for a gym membership for juniors. Available at our gyms and centres across the city, our junior memberships give kids aged 11-17 access to gyms, swimming pools and fitness facilities across Manchester.

Junior members can also attend fitness classes designed for under 18s and dedicated Adult and Junior gym sessions so you can work out together. Plus, we have a whole range of activities for kids and the whole family happening throughout the city.

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Gym membership for juniors in Manchester

Included with a junior gym membership

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With a Better Junior Gym membership, young people aged 11–17 can work out in the gym, swim and attend fitness classes during dedicated time slots throughout the week.

Thanks to funding from Manchester City Council, Manchester residents aged 11 to 16 are now able to access a free 12 month membership.

All juniors must first complete a gym induction, where they'll learn how to use the equipment safely and confidently. Some equipment restrictions apply for under-18s, but our staff will explain everything and make sure everyone's comfortable using the equipment.

While our monthly Junior Gym Membership is most popular, we also offer Junior Pay as You Go and Flex membership packages, giving families more choice when it comes to managing fitness routines.

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Women and Girls Sessions

At selected Manchester centres, we offer female only Junior and Adult and Junior gym sessions, giving women and girls an inclusive space to work out. These sessions are held in private spaces, separate from the main gym floor to give a private place to exercise and feel comfortable in.

View the timetable for your local gym to see when these sessions run.

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Adult and Junior Gym

Our Adult and Junior gym sessions are a great way for families to stay active together. Junior members can access these sessions for free (with a paid adult member), giving you a chance to exercise with your young person.

Adults must supervise children during the session, but our instructors are always on hand to provide any guidance and support.

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Gym Inductions

So everyone can use the gym safely, all junior members are required to complete a Junior Gym Induction. Led by a qualified fitness instructor, this induction covers how to use gym equipment correctly and how to train effectively.

This must be booked prior to attending a first junior gym session.

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Manchester Junior Gym FAQs

These FAQs answer queries about junior membership considerations in Manchester.

What is the Junior programme at my local centre?

You can take a look at the full range of Junior activities available at your local centre below.

What hours can under 18s access the gym?

Young people aged 11–17 can use the gym facilities during dedicated timetabled windows. Times vary between centres, so it’s best to check your local centre's timetable for up-to-date information.

What fitness classes are offered for young people in Manchester?

Under-18s can attend selected classes during junior gym times. Check your local centre timetable

My child is under 11, what membership options are available?

Currently, we don’t offer individual memberships for children under 11. Some family activities are included with an adult Better membership (e.g. swimming sessions), where children must be supervised by an adult. Get in touch with your local centre to find out more.