National Sports Open Weekend - 18th and 19th July
Get Ready For The Team England National Sports Weekend at York Leisure Centre
Save the date: 18th and 19th July 2026
Come and join us in partnership with Team England at York 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-members can jump in and experience the excitement of Commonwealth Games-inspired sports and activities. Book your spot in advance to enjoy a whole range of activities, including netball and basketball; pickleball, badminton, swimming and table tennis.
Whether you're trying something completely new or rediscovering a sport you love, there's plenty of fun waiting for all ages and abilities.
Bring your friends and family, get active together and make the most of a fantastic weekend of sport, community and fun. We can't wait to welcome you at York Leisure Centre and help you discover your next favourite activity.
Saturday 18th July 2026
| Activity | Time | Cost | |
| Open Day Gym Taster Session | Hour session available between 8am - 12pm | Free | |
| Basketball court hire | 8 - 10am | Charge applies. Available 7 days before for members, 5 days for non-members |
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| Badminton, Pickleball and Table Tennis | 8 - 11am | Charge applies. Available 7 days before for members, 5 days for non-members |
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| Kids Swim for £1 | Swim for all before 10am |
£1 Standard charges apply for 16+ |
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| Open Day Strength and Conditioning Masterclass - Circuits | 9 - 10am | Free | |
| Badminton | 4:10 – 4:50pm | Charge applies. Available 7 days before for members, 5 days for non-members |
Sunday 19th July 2026
| Activity | Time | Cost | |
| Open Day Gym Taster Session | Hour session available between 8am - 12pm | Free | |
| Open Day Mind and Body Masterclass | 12:10 – 1:10pm | Free |
Activity Descriptions
Open Day Gym Taster Session
Kickstart your fitness journey with a free trial of the gym. Staff will be on hand to demonstrate machines and advise on the best ways to achieve your fitness goals.
Kids Swim for £1
Searching for a school holiday activity everyone can enjoy? We have a fantastic value swimming offer for children, allowing under 16 year olds to swim for just £1 (accompanying adults' usual admission applies). The offer is available on participating Swim for All sessions before 10am, Monday to Friday, school holidays and during weekends. Bookings are recommended to guarantee admission.
Open Day Strength and Conditioning Masterclass – Circuits
Build muscle and feel better with our Strength and Conditioning class. Experience a great, motivational group exercise, Circuit Training; that’ll help you strengthen and condition your whole body.
Open Day Mind and Body Fitness Masterclass
Feel better inside and out with our Mind and Body group fitness classes. Build your strength and flexibility in our lower-impact classes like Pilates and feel revived and relaxed with our mindfulness-focused sessions, such as Yoga. Experience a few of the disciplines in this Mind and Body Master Class
What 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 and you’re wearing comfortable clothes and trainers. If you need guidance, our fitness instructors are here to help.
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 https://bookings.better.org.uk/register
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 18th or 19th 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 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 18th or 19th July, and find an open weekend activity that interests you.
- Click "Book" and follow the steps to confirm.
Exclusions: Please note not all activities are available at every centre, please refer to the timetable above. Booking is recommended as spaces are limited and we cannot accommodate walk ins unless spaces are still available. Only ‘Open Day’ activities are free, standard admission and charges apply for regular timetabled activities.
We look forward to your visit on the Team England National Sports Weekend!