GLL started its 10-year partnership with Newham Council in April 2024 to deliver leisure services on behalf of the local authority under the brand 'Better'. The shared aim is to increase physical activity levels and improve the customer experience for Newham residents, both in leisure centres and within their local community. As a values-driven organisation, GLL’s strategic plans and principles align with the Council’s priorities. They also directly contribute towards the local authority’s 50 Steps to a Healthier Newham (2024-2027) strategy, as well as the Well Newham approach.

Welcome to Newham's community space, where we bring together Newham's residents through a wide array of activities and programmes designed for everyone. From social walks and holiday programmes to specialised activities for the youth, elderly, disabled and women only, we aim to build a strong, healthy and active community. 

As a resident of Newham, you're invited to sign up to a free resident card which enables you to enjoy up to 10% off activities across the borough of Newham. Follow these simple steps: 

1 - Click on 'Join' below or at the top of this page. 

2 - Select your preferred home centre 

3 - Choose 'Pay as you go' membership option from the drop down list

4 - Select 'single payment' on your payment type 

5 - Select 'Better Adult or Junior Resident' membership

Follow the remaining onscreen instructions and you're all set to enjoy a full programme of community activities at a discounted price or even for free. 

This Easter holidays Better Newham Active Communities has got you covered with a wide range of free activities for your children. New for this Easter we are bringing in specialist sports coaches from Black Arrows Badminton Club and Essex County Cricket Club. These clubs will be delivering high quality coaching sessions with a focus on their sport whilst also integrating fun games and other sports. 

 
These activities are a great way to keep your kids entertained in a safe, friendly environment whilst also giving them an opportunity to burn off some of those extra Easter chocolate calories! Thanks to Better’s partnership with Newham Council we can offer these community sessions completely free of charge! 

Our sessions are designed to provide multiple opportunities for people across Newham, removing barriers such as high cost, travel and non-inclusivity.  Our community sport and physical activity programme is updated every quarter, showcasing all the sessions we have on offer in the borough.

Older adults should aim to do some type of physical activity every day. It can help to improve your health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Our specially tailored activities help older adults achive this.

Explore youth activities, aimed at inspiring young people through sports, creative workshops and educational programs. These activities promote healthy living, teamwork and personal growth, offering a platform for young individuals to thrive.

We pride ourselves on a delivering a physical actvity programme that everyone can access.  We are able to offer physical actvity sessions for people with disbabilities in both leisure centres and in community venues across the borough.  

Run exclusively for women by women, our sessions are run by girls and women of all abilities. You can embrace a healthy lifestyle and be motivated by likeminded women and girls. 

The Newham Active Communities team and Essex in the commnuity cricket have partnered to deliver a number of community cricket sessions throughout the borough. The values of our two organisations align, in using the power of sport to bring together people of all ages and background to play in a safe and fun environment and so we decided to offer free session for different groups within the boruogh. For more information see below:

Click the button below to visit our help page for information and videos about how to download our Better UK app and make activity bookings. 

APP AND BOOKINGS HELP PAGE