National Sports Open Weekend - 18th and 19th July
Get Ready For The Team England National Sports Weekend at Gosforth Leisure Centre
Save the date: 18th and 19th July 2026
Come and join us in partnership with Team England at Gosforth Leisure Centre for a weekend filled with free sports and fun family activities for everyone to enjoy.
Ready to unleash your sporting spirit? Members and non-member can jump in and experience the excitement of Commonwealth Games-inspired sports and activities.
Whether you're trying something completely new or rediscovering a sport you love, there's plenty of fun waiting for all ages and abilities.
Gosforth Leisure Centre will be taking part in this celebratory open weekend with various activities for people of all ages to take part in activities in our leisure centre.
| Day | Activity | Time |
| Saturday | Adult Gym | 08:00-1700 |
| Saturday | Zumba | 11:15-12:00 |
| Saturday | Fun Family Swim | 14:30-17:00 |
| Saturday | Sauna | 08:00-14:00 |
| Sunday | Adult Gym | 08:00-14:00 |
| Sunday | Deep Aqua | 10:30-11:15 |
| Sunday | Fun Family Swim | 08:00-12:00 |
| Sunday | Sauna | 08:00-11:00 |
How to book
If you already have an account: You can sign in and book activities.
If you're not a member with Better 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. You can do that here:
Booking your open weekend activity online:
1. Log in via our customer portal, here:
Once logged on, follow these steps:
2. Click the ‘Book Activity’ button.
3. Select a local leisure centre by entering your postcode or choosing from the list.
4. Choose the category 'Open Weekend'
5. Scroll to 18th or 19th July and find an open weekend activity that interests you.
6. Click ‘Book’ and confirm the booking. You can also book activities through the Better UK app. After setting up your account:
1. Tap the menu at the top-left and select ‘My Clubs.’
2. Tap the plus button and choose a leisure centre.
3. Choose the category 'Open Weekend'
4. Scroll to 18th or 19th July and find an open weekend activity that interests you.
5. Click ‘Book’ and follow the steps to confirm.
If you're taking part in an activty remeber to bring a water bottle, towel and wear appropriate workout clothes.
Also, share any health information with our instructors before the session.
If you have a specific health condition that you think may limit your ability to take part, again speak to our instructors, or consult your GP before hand.