![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Family-fun-swim-better-leisure-centre.webp.webp\")
Enjoy a free day of fun with Better leisure centres in York! Photograph: Supplied<\/p>\nEnjoy a free day of fun with Better leisure centres in York! Photograph: Supplied<\/p>\n
Wed 16 Jul 2025 Better leisure centres across York are hosting two free open days \u2013 promising a weekend of fun and fitness.<\/p>\n Taking place this Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 July, the annual exercise extravaganza aims to encourage people to move more and explore different activities.<\/p>\n A host of free sessions will run at Burnholme Sports Centre, Energise Leisure Centre, Yearsley Swimming Pool and York Leisure Centre including:<\/p>\n Introductory gym trials for adults and juniors where leisure centre staff will be on hand to demonstrate the range of state-of-the-art equipment and advise on the best ways to achieve fitness goals<\/p>\n Mind and body masterclasses for anyone keen to support their wellbeing through yoga and pilates<\/p>\n Swim school and water safety taster sessions for five to 11-year olds where youngster\u2019s swimming skills will be put to the test and they\u2019ll learn about the water safety code<\/p>\n Toddler splash with fun floats, inflatables and aqua toys for children up to five years, accompanied by an adult<\/p>\n Family fun swim sessions<\/p>\n Roller skating experience for novices or seasoned skaters<\/p>\n An introduction to underwater hockey<\/p>\n Free access to the interactive soft play areas which boast inflatables and a jungle run obstacle course<\/p>\n Natalie Thomas, GLL\u2019s community sports manager in York, said: \u201cWe work hard throughout the year to provide an extensive programme of activities for people of all ages and abilities that are inclusive and affordable. <\/p>\n \u201cOur open days are a chance to invite the local community to test out our amazing facilities and experience a range of sessions for free.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s guaranteed to be a great day out for the whole family, providing a chance for people to try out a series of fitness classes and swim sessions as well as make use of the leisure centre facilities for free. <\/p>\n \u201cOur dedicated team of health and exercise professionals will be on hand to provide advice and support to anyone interested in embarking on a new fitness journey with Better.\u201d<\/p>\n The activities are all completely free of charge and open to members and non-members.<\/p>\n
\n\u00a0@ 4:56pm
Rachel Rogers<\/a>
News<\/a>, Things to do<\/a><\/p>\n