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Our state-of-the-art gym contains 120 stations, a large free weight area and a 10 station training frame. We offer an extremely popular fitness class programme including group cycle sessions, power circuits, yoga, total body conditioning and much more.

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Junior Gym

Our junior gym sessions offer 11-17 year olds the chance to enjoy the gym with specialised guidance from our experienced fitness instructors. Juniors are given dedicated time slots between 3.00pm and 5.30pm to access the gym.

As part of the membership, juniors will have access to gym equipment including; spin bikes, treadmills, cross-trainers, rowing machines and much more!

Staff will be present to supervise and assist, they will also be on hand to show users how to enjoy the equipment safely, with the use of planned exercise programmes.

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Gym Induction

Your gym induction starts with a 1-2-1 chat with one of our qualified Fitness Instructors, who will help tailor a bespoke gym programme based on your specific goals and giving you better results. We’ll show you how to make your workout time efficient and make sure you come away feeling comfortable with the equipment you’re going to use. Instructors will always be happy to help on the gym floor and offer ongoing support.

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Senior Gym

Get active with Rivermead Leisure Centre and enjoy gym workouts in a safe and comfortable environment. Our friendly fitness instructors are also on hand to help and assist with all customer questions and queries. Fitness inductions are also a great way for customers to receive a health check assessment and be provided with an exercise training plan for more guided support are included with the Senior monthly membership.

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Refocus Sessions

Our refocus sessions are available to refresh your workout programme every 6 weeks so you continue to get the most out of your workouts. Our Fitness Instructors will work with you to design a dedicated programme to suit your fitness goals, ability and what you want to achieve.

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