Gym
The 98 station fitness suite features Techno Gym cardio and resistance equipment. The fitness suite has the space you need to enjoy your workout, and the variety of equipment to keep you challenged.
facilities at Energise Leisure Centre
We offer a wide range of facilities to cater for everyone. Discover the facilities available below.
Swimming Pools
We have 3 swimming pools at Energise with activities for all. In our 25m Main pool we have Swim for Fitness which is lane swimming for competent swimmers aged 11 and over. For general swimming we have Swim for All sessions which is for all ages and abilities.
In our learner pool we have Swim for all sessions. This warmer swimming pool is perfect for little ones. We also have a hydrotherapy pool for a therapeutic form of exercise in water, which allows greater freedom of movement. Both pools have easy walk in steps and pool hoists if you need assistance.
All sessions are pre booked via the Better UK app or online.
Soft Play
Creche
Welly Boots creche is Ofsted registered and offers a warm, friendly and exciting experience for children from birth to 4 years. The crèche is open Tuesday to Friday 9am - 1pm.
Conveniently situated on site, you can trust our experienced and qualified staff to look after your loved ones and provide a safe and playful environment whilst you exercise.
If you would like to come for a look around, please pop into the centre within opening hours and a member of crèche staff will happily show you the facilities and answer any questions you may have.
Book online or at reception
Sensory Room
Brand new Sensory Room at Energise Leisure Centre.
Climbing Wall
Energise is the only climbing centre in York that offers roped climbing, with 13m and 10m high walls for lead and top rope climbing. In addition, there is a 4m high bouldering wall and two autobelays. Routes are reset regularly to guarantee new challenges every time you visit.
Our Mountain Training and BMC qualified instructors run NICAS-accredited climbing classes for juniors from age 7. For adults (18 and over), we offer highly-rated Beginners’ and Learn to Lead courses, as well as bespoke 1-1 and 1-2 refresher and coaching sessions.. We also run a social climbing session from 6-8pm every Thursday, with an instructor to provide a belay for climbers without a partner.
Climbers wanting to book public climbing slots must be over 18 and pass a belay/ competency check before booking their first slot.
For more information on courses and regular lessons or to book tasters, refreshers or coaching sessions please contact; climbing.york@gll.org
Studios
With over 40 fitness classes a week our range of classes offer something for all abilities, ages and fitness levels. Our Group Cycle classes are held in our Group Cycle studio located in the gym.In our dance studio we offer your fitness favourites like Circuits, Body Pump and Pilates.
All fitness classes must be pre booked via the Better UK app or online.
Pitches
3 outdoor floodlit 5-a-side football pitches available to hire.
To book a 3G pitch please use our booking partner PlayFootball. Bookings can be made up to 28 days in advance, Better membership discount can be used at the checkout.
Sports Hall
Our 6 court Sports Hall is used for a wide range of activities and events. The hall is currently used for day to day activities such as badminton and 5-a-side football. During term time the sports hall isn't available for booking. The sports hall can be hired either as a half or the full sports hall.
Book a badminton court via the Better UK app or online. Email us for hall hire enquires.
Cafe
The Little Yorkshire Coffee Café is located in the reception area offering you somewhere to top up energy levels either after your work out or whilst spectating. The Café has views of the sports hall and climbing wall and food can be served in the concourse area looking over the swimming pools.
Accessible Facilities
At Better, everyone is welcome. From parking to our changing facilities, we’ve created an inclusive environment so everyone can keep active and enjoy a healthier, happier lifestyle.