Get Ready For The Team England National Sports Weekend
Save the date: 18th and 19th July 2026
Across the nation, leisure centres are inviting you to join the national sports weekend in partnership with Team England, packed with fun, free and low-cost sports activities for all ages.
Take part in family-friendly activities, coaching sessions and opportunities to get active together at participating leisure centres across the UK.
Whether you’re a member or non-member, you can show up and give Commonwealth Games inspired sports a go, from padel and pickleball to basketball, swimming and athletics. Whether you're trying something new or rediscovering a favourite activity, there's something for everyone.
Find your local leisure centre to see what's on offer during the weekend. Then, book, come along, and get ready to be inspired.
Who is it for?
This weekend is perfect for:
- New visitors: Discover everything we offer in one action-packed weekend.
- Familiar faces: Already with us? Try something new and bring friends or family to join the fun.
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.
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.

