Over 60 and ready to kick start a healthier lifestyle?
Our activities are aimed at getting you active, having fun and keeping healthy at the same time. You'll receive a great support from our professional and friendly staff that will be happy to help you achieve your best.
Swimming is a great way to socialise, increase mobility and stay active whatever your age or level of ability. At Leyton Leisure Centre we offer a varied programme to meet the needs of all our customers including fitness swim for lane swimming, swim for all for a more open general swim for all ages and abilities and even Aqua Aerobics for a low resistance and fun water based class.
Staff are more than happy to advise when the quieter times are if you would prefer. We also have hoist and step access available on request, plus the pool at Leyton Leisure Centre is a shallow pool (1.3m at the deepest point) if you are not very confident.
Did you know Waltham Forest residents over 60 can benefit from funded swimming opportunities in Partnership with Waltham Forest Council?
Over 60s can swim during off-peak hours (9am- 4pm weekdays and after 1pm on weekends) throughout the year and those with a Disability receive free swimming at all times with a valid annual pay & play membership.
This membership gives you borough wide swimming access at Chingford, Leyton, Leytonstone and Waltham Forest Feel Good Centre.
Our annual pay & play memberships are valid for a year from the date of purchase and proof of eligibility is required upon joining a membership.
Better Adult Senior (60+) £11.00
Better Adult Concessionary Disability £11.00
The membership also gives the holder discounted access to gyms, fitness classes and racquet courts in Better leisure centres in Waltham Forest.
Advanced booking is recommended for all activities via the Better UK app or via our website and centre programmes may vary.
Whatever your fitness level, everyone is welcome.
Whether you are a beginner, senior or are return to exercise after a break, Basics classes are suitable for all abilities. The classes feature lower intensity options and simpler movements.
Basics classes still help to train strength and fitness but at a pace that suits you. This way, you can gradually build confidence as well as learn the foundations to get moving and boost your overall fitness, plus fitness classes are a great place to socialise with like minded people.
Aerobics Basic every Thursday 12:30-13:30 with Munza
We also have a range of other classes that are suitable for customers of all ages and abilities. Our instructors are trained to ensure that adaptations are made to ensure that everybody benefits from our classes.
Our 2 floor gym has all the equipment and space you need for your workout. From cardio machines, free weights, to resistance and functional zones to help with your health and fitness goals.
Our friendly fitness instructors are also on hand to help and assist with all customer questions and queries. Fitness inductions and refocus sessions are a great way for customers to receive a health check assessment and be provided with an exercise training plan for more guided support. Why not book an induction for your next session?
Off Peak gym hours are Monday-Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday & Sundays 1pm-5pm