NATIONAL FITNESS DAY 2025

Swimming

Join Better and the rest of the UK on Wednesday 24th September 2025 the biggest physical activity celebration of the year. Run by UKActive, National Fitness Day aims to encourage the nation to get moving and bring people together.

This year's theme for National Fitness Day is Powered By You. It isn’t just about one day of activity, it is about you and your community taking that first step towards healthier lifestyles.   

Discover what is on offer this National Fitness Day at your local centre.

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What's On Offer

Discover what powers you this National Fitness Day. Whether it’s trying a new activity, joining a class, or simply moving more in your daily routine, this is the perfect chance to get started. Your local centre has options for you to book a free session in the gym, try out a fitness class or get yourself moving in the pool

 

Make a splash

On National Fitness Day, join us for a 45-minute adult swimming lesson designed for beginners and improvers. Whether you’re getting in the pool for the first time or looking to refresh your skills, our resident Swim Doctor will help you build confidence and progress at your own pace. For confident swimmers, we’re also running 45-minute coaching sessions focused on stamina, technique and fitness, giving you the chance to train harder, improve your performance and enjoy all the health benefits of swimming.

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Get Moving

Celebrate National Fitness Day with a range of energising sessions! Try a Cardio session featuring HIIT, group cycle, or dance your way to fitness with Zumba. Reconnect body and mind with Pilates and Yoga, or build strength in with circuit training. Can’t decide? Sample them all in a Group Fitness Master Class. Prefer sports? Try out social Pickleball, Badminton, or Basketball sessions, perfect for all levels. Get involved, get moving, and try something new.

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Work it Out

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. Whether you’re brand new to the gym or looking to get back into a routine, this is the perfect opportunity to get started.

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Personal Training

In addition to trying out range of free classes and taster sessions you can book a free one hour personal training. Whether you're brand new to fitness or ready to push your performance to the next level, this is your chance to try a PT session with no cost or commitment. This is for Better members only.

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Better at Home

If you can't make it into a centre this National Fitness Day don't worry, keep moving on your own schedule with Better at Home. If you’re looking for inspiring home gym classes to start or maintain your at-home fitness routine, the Better at Home allows members to access a free library of over 2,000 online fitness classes.

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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 National Fitness Day.

Booking Your National Fitness Day Activities Online

Log in/Register via our customer portal. Once logged on, follow these steps:

1. Click the "Book Activity" button.
2. Select a local leisure centre by entering your postcode or choosing from the list.
3. Choose the category 'National Fitness Day'.
4. Scroll to 24th September, and find an activity that interests you.
5. 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. Select "Book other activities"
4. Choose the category 'National Fitness Day'.
5. Scroll to 24th September, and find a National Fitness Day activity that interests you.
6. Click "Book" and follow the steps to confirm.

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Accessing Better at Home Virtual Classes

Once you’ve opened the Better UK app on your device:

1. Select your preferred 'club' name
2. Go to 'Better at Home', then tap 'Virtual classes on demand'
3. Tap 'Explore Virtual fitness classes'
4. Tap the SIGN UP button in the top right corner
5. Enter your first name, last name, email and create a password
6. Enter BETTERATHOME as the Free access code
7. View and accept the terms and conditions
8. Tap the SIGN UP button

If you have a personal computer, laptop or casting device for your TV, you can enjoy the virtual classes on a bigger screen. Click the 'Use desktop version' button below and log in or follow steps 4-8 above if you're signing in for the first time.

  Use desktop version  

For families looking for activities to enjoy together at home, we've pulled together a range of entertaining and educational resources - further details of which can be found in our guide on activity ideas for kids at home.

If you've already set up an account select the login link below

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GET INVOLVED, FEEL GOOD

Get involved to help make National Fitness Day the most active day of the year. Go to your nearest Better centre to find out what's happening near you. 

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