Junior Gym and Classes

Junior Gym Induction

Before attending their first junior gym session by themselves, all juniors must book and attend a junior gym induction.

These inductions are conducted by our Fitness Instructors who hold a level 2 fitness qualification, and are conducted in small groups of up to five people.

The inductions can last up to 30 minutes and cover all health and safety information pertaining to the gym. Our Instructors will also explain gym etiquette, gym rules and also demonstrate which equipment that juniors are permitted to use.

The fitness instructors will be around to ensure all equipment is used safely and rules are followed.

Junior Gym Sessions

Our Junior Gym sessions allow our pre-paid members aged between 11-17 to attend the gym between:

15:30 and 17:30 Monday-Friday

12:00-15:00 on Weekends.

All users must book before attending the site and must have already had a Junior Gym induction prior to booking.

During holiday periods we also offer sessions from 09:00-11:00 Monday-Friday

Basic/Family Fitness Classes

Our basic and family fitness classes take place throughout the week. They are designed to be a lower impact and at a shorter duration.

We offer a variety of classes and want to be as inclusive as possible and want offer a wider variety of options for our members.

Basic Classes

Our basic classes are open to all members so there can be a wider range of members taking part.

Family Classes

Our family classes are aimed for those juniors who may be less confident and might want someone to come with them. The idea is that we have a parent or guardian accompany them in the class to help build their confidence.

All of these classes can be found on the 'BETTER UK' app or online.

Junior Gym Rules

Junior members have access to most of the equipment in the gym, this includes:

• Cardio machines (treadmills, cross-trainers, upright bikes, spin bikes, recumbent bikes, steppers and rowing machines) 
• Resistance machines (chest press, chest fly, lateral row, cables pulley machines, leg press, hip adductor, hip abductor, lat pull down, shoulder press and more) 
• Functional Equipment (TRX ropes, kettle bells, bosu balls, skipping ropes, steps, slam balls, battle rope, plyo boxes, small free weights) 

Junior members are not permitted to access the free weights area. Juniors are also reccomended to use the lightest weight plates when using the resistance machines, as too much weight can damage their development and cause issues in later life.