Activity, programme and price information for leisure facilities

A GUIDE TO BETTER
LEISURE CENTRES
IN LAMBETH
Activity, programme and price
information for leisure facilities
December 2014 - March 2015
CENTRE INFORMATION - CONTENTS
CENTRE INFORMATION
Talk to us
Accessibility to leisure centres
How to find us
Membership options
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9-13
HEALTH & FITNESS
Gyms
Group exercise
The Fitness zone 8-15 years
Junior fitness
Sauna and steam
Gender specific sessions
Over 55’s
Accessible activity sessions
Ice Skating
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20-21
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23-24
Kids for a Quid
Swimming information
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SWIMMING
LESSONS & COURSES
Lessons and courses information
Football
Swimming lessons
Ice Skating
Trampolining & gymnastics
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Netball
Basketball
Canoeing
Bowls
Martial arts
Capoeira
Racquet sports
Climb London
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KIDS ACTIVITIES
Crèche
Dance & playzone
The Energy Zone
The Fitness Zone / Studio 8-15 years
The Team Zone
Holiday activities
Birthday parties
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FACILITY HIRE
Indoor & outdoor
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Clapham Common
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Lambeth Parks
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Sports Facilities
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Sports clubs
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES
Sports activities
Football
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All details
were correct at the time of print and are subject to change. For latest information visit www.better.org.uk or contact your local leisure
centre.
CENTRE INFORMATION - INTRODUCTION
WELCOME TO BETTER
INTRODUCTION
Better is not just another leisure company. We are the
brand name of GLL, the leading leisure charitable social
enterprise that exists for the benefit of everyone in the
community.
Lambeth Council and GLL are working together to provide
first class sport and recreation facilities for Lambeth’s
residents.
We have another exciting year ahead; staying committed
to providing quality leisure and fitness facilities at
affordable prices, working hard with our partners in
Lambeth. As part of our commitment to provide well run
facilities we reinvest all financial surplus into our centres
ensuring our customers enjoy the long term benefits. We
are proud to be a social enterprise!
In addition to running the public leisure facilities in your
area, we are excited to be running the Copper Box Arena
and the London Aquatics Centre on the Queen Elizabeth
Olympic Park, both are worth a visit.
Whilst we make every effort to ensure all the information
in your leisure guide is up to date, sometimes our
programmes can be subject to last minute changes. For
the latest information please visit our website at, www.
better.org.uk or speak to a member of staff.
On behalf of all the team at GLL I would like to thank
you for your custom and I hope you and your family and
friends will enjoy using our Better facilities.
Mark Sesnan
Managing Director
I am delighted that this year West Norwood Health and
Leisure Centre has become our latest brand-new place to
get fit and active - the latest addition to an impressive
hat-trick of new leisure centres.
The new Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre opened last
year and its state of-the-art facilities are already proving
very popular with people of all ages. It’s great to welcome
back the Redskins to their permanent home again.
Brixton’s iconic Recreation Centre has also benefitted
from major refurbishment works including a new floor
in the sports hall. And thanks to Afeewee training, noncontact boxing sessions are now among the great range
of activities available.
We want everyone to have the opportunity to enjoy a
healthy activity and we’re constantly reviewing what’s
on offer and asking residents what they want. From
swimming to skating, badminton to bowls, climbing walls
and outdoor football, there’s something for every age and
every ability across Lambeth. With plenty to choose from,
and lots more to come, why not get down to one of your
local leisure centres and have a go.
Cllr Jane Edbrooke
Cabinet member for Neighbourhoods
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CENTRE INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
You don’t need to be a member to use our leisure centres.
Anyone can enjoy a visit after paying the appropriate fee.
Prices vary during peak and off-peak times (see below)
and it is cheaper to use our centres if you are a member.
We explain the different types of membership in this
guide. If you’re ever unsure, ask a member of staff who
will recommend the most cost-effective way of using our
facilities.
General peak and off-peak times
Off-peak times are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and after
1pm on weekends. All other times, including bank holidays,
are peak times. Ferndale Community Sports Centre
off-peak times also apply Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm.
Flaxman Sports Centre off peak times apply from 7am.
Streatham Ice peak times apply Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Evenings and weekends peak times apply (peak times also
apply during school holidays)
Programme changes
Please remember that programmes, times and courses
may vary during school holidays and on bank holidays.
Please check online, or with reception for details. Also, all
our centres are closed on the following dates.
• 25th December 2014
• 26th December 2014
• 1st January 2015
Memberships
At Better, we offer a wide range of memberships, with
options to suit every budget. Everything from Pay and
Play, to monthly, or annual Prepaid memberships. What’s
more, we won’t tie you in to a long term contract, giving
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you greater flexibility. For more information see page 9.
Use of membership cards
If you are a member, your card should be used at
reception or at the kiosk to gain entry at the correct price.
Bookings and cancellations
•Members can book most activities up to six days in
advance (online booking is available)
•Most activities can be booked by non-members up to
five days in advance, but must be paid for at the time of
booking
•48 hours notice is required for cancellations. Otherwise,
you will be charged in full (even prepaid members).
Personal belongings
Please don’t leave bags unattended or bring them into
activity areas. Lockers cost just 20p (non-refundable) or
£1.00 (refundable). Please note that personal belongings
are left at owner’s risk.
TALK TO US
We want you to enjoy every visit to our centres. We want
to know what you think about our services and how we
could improve them further, so please let us know by:
•Speaking to a member of staff at the centre;
•Filling in a customer suggestions and complaints form
which you can get in all our centres;
•Leaving a message on the customer suggestions and
complaints hotline by calling 020 8317 5000;
•Writing to the General Manager at the relevant leisure
centre;
•Contacting your local Partnership Manager, who is
responsible for all centres in the borough; or
•Visiting www.better.org.uk and select ‘Contact us’ from
the footer at the bottom of the page.
Brixton Recreation Centre*
Clapham Leisure Centre
Ferndale Community
Sports Centre
Flaxman Sports Centre
Streatham Ice & Leisure Centre
CENTRE INFORMATION - ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible activities
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Accessible changing rooms
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Accessible parking
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Accessible toilets
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Gym adapted for wheelchair users
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Lift
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Pool hoist
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Ramp access
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Baby Changing Facilities
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West Norwood Health
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ACCESS TO OUR LEISURE CENTRES
We welcome all customers to our centres. We
aim for all activities to meet the conditions of
the Disability Discrimination Act. If you need
any help when using our facilities, please contact
the Duty Manager.
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Text phone users can contact us directly at no extra charge
by using the prefix 18001 before dialling the number.
Please contact reception for information on large print,
braille or audio tape version.
*This centre is fully accredited by IFI. Supporting the fitness industry to become more inclusive, catering for the needs of disabled
and non disabled people, raising physical activity participation levels.
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CENTRE INFORMATION - HOW TO FIND US
HOW TO FIND US
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CENTRE INFORMATION - HOW TO FIND US
1 BRIXTON RECREATION CENTRE
27 Brixton Station Road, London SW9 8QQ
Tel: 020 7095 5100
Web:www.better.org.uk/brixton
Train: Tube: Bus: Parking:
Bikes: Brixton
Brixton (Victoria Line)
2, 3, 35, 45, 109, 118, 133, 250, 333, 432
Pay and display off-street parking
10 bicycle racks available
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday:6.30am-10.30pm
Saturday-Sunday: 8am-8pm
Facilities:
•Gym
•Swimming pools
•Group exercise studio
•Sauna and steam room
•The Zone: Childrens Energy Zone
Childrens Fitness Zone
•3G synthetic turf 5-a-side pitch
•Squash courts
• Indoor bowls halls
•Climbing wall
• Sports hall
•Meeting rooms
• Play Zone
•Crèche
2 CLAPHAM LEISURE CENTRE
141 Clapham Manor Street, London SW4 6DB
Tel: 020 7627 7900
Web:www.better.org/clapham
Train: Clapham High Street
Tube: Clapham Common, Clapham North
Parking: Pay and display off-street parking
Two disabled bays
Bikes:
Nine bicycle racks available
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday:6.00am-10.30pm
Saturday-Sunday: 8am-8pm
Facilities:
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Gym• Swimming pools
•Group exercise classes
•Dance studio
•Sports hall
3 FERNDALE COMMUNITY SPORTS
CENTRE
Nursery Road, London SW9 8BP
Tel: 020 7738 6834
Fax: 020 7738 3137
Web:www.better.org.uk/ferndale
Train: Brixton
Tube: Brixton (Victoria Line)
Bus: 2, 3, 35, 45, 109, 118, 133, 250, 333, 345, 432
Parking: 2 disabled parking spaces available
Bikes: 10 bicycle racks available
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday:9am-10pm
Saturday-Sunday: 9am-6pm
Facilities:
•2 outdoor courts (tennis, netball and basketball)
•Team changing rooms
•4 outdoor 3G synthetic turf pitches for 7-a-side
•Group exercise studio
•2 disabled parking spaces
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CENTRE INFORMATION - HOW TO FIND US
4 FLAXMAN SPORTS CENTRE
Carew Street, London SE5 9DF
Tel: 020 7926 1054
Web:www.better.org.uk/flaxman
Train: Loughborough Junction
Bus: 35, 45, 345
Parking: Limited spaces.
Pay and display off-street parking
Bikes: 6 bicycle racks available
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday:7am-11pm
Saturday-Sunday: 9am-6pm
Facilities:
•Gym
•Sports hall
•Squash courts
•Meeting room
Our gyms operate at the same time as centre opening hours, however
at some centres it may vary.
5 STREATHAM ICE AND LEISURE CENTRE
390 Streatham High Road, Streatham, SW16 6HX
Tel: 0208 677 5758
Web:www.better.org.uk/streatham
Bus: 50, 109, 118, 133, 159, 249, 250, 255, G1, P15, N133
Trains: Streatham, Streatham Hill,
Streatham Common station
Bikes: Storage for 16 bikes available
Parking: 138 spaces
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General opening hours:
Monday-Friday:
Saturday-Sunday:
Facilities:
• 100 station gym
• Sports hall • Ice Rink • Group Exercise • Swimming Pools
6.00am-10pm
8am-7pm
• Studios
• Basketball
• Badminton
• Netball
• Football
6 WEST NORWOOD HEALTH &
LEISURE CENTRE
25 Devane Way, West Norwood, London, SE27 0DF
Tel: 020 8761 1159
Web:www.better.org.uk/westnorwood
Bus: 2, 68, 196, 315, 322, 432, 468, X68
Trains: West Norwood
Bikes: Storage for 44 bikes available
Parking: Pay and Display surrounding roads
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday: Saturday-Sunday:
Facilities:
• Swimming Pool • Group Exercise
6.30am - 10.00pm
8.00am - 6.00pm
• 100 station gym
Health
& Fitness
Health
& Fitness UK
Health
& Fitness Junior
(Under 16)
Health
& Fitness Ice
Health & Fitness
Junior Ice (Under 16)
CENTRE INFORMATION - PREPAID MEMBERSHIPS
No minimum contract
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Inclusive access to the Gym
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Inclusive access to group exercise classes
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Inclusive access to swimming
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Inclusive access to group exercise classes*
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Inclusive personalised fitness induction and personal exercise programme*
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Inclusive access to one 2 hour Crèche session for one child per week**
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Up to 6 days advanced telephone or online booking
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Up to 30% off non member prices for any other activities
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Access to courses and other member only activities and facilities
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Access to online membership and self administration
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Access to fast track kiosks for quick entry to facilities leisure centres within
the London Borough of Lambeth
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PREPAID MEMBERSHIP
Prepaid memberships let you enjoy our facilities without
paying each time you visit. Simply pay a one-off annual
fee or monthly direct debit and enjoy most of the facilities
as often as you want.
Inclusive access to gyms, group exercise classes and swimming facilities at all
Better leisure centres
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Inclusive access to racquet sports within Lambeth (one court per person per
day)
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Inclusive access to sauna use at all Better centres
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Inclusive access to one 2 hour Crèche session for one child per day
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Pay and Play membership access for any other activity
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Inclusive access to fitness sessions (11-15 years)
Inclusive access to any public skate session (excludes disco)
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*Activities are available to concessionary members at off-peak times only
** Health & Fitness Junior concessionary is limited to off-peak times
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CENTRE INFORMATION - PREPAID MEMBERSHIPS
Swim
Racquets
Ice
Training Ice
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Gym
These are perfect if you’re likely to use on activity only,
such as the gym, the pool, sports courts or group exercise
classes. Simply pay a one-off annual fee or monthly direct
debit and enjoy most of the facilities as often as you want.
Group Exercise
ACTIVITY BASED PREPAID MEMBERSHIP
No minimum contract
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Inclusive access to gym facilities at home centre
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Inclusive access to over 50 gyms (£3 fee applies)
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Inclusive access to over 40 swimming pools (£3 fee applies)
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Inclusive access to 1000’s of group exercise classes (£3 fee applies)
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Up to 6 days advanced telephone or online booking
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Top ups available to reduce additional fees from £3 to £2
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Pay and Play access within Lambeth for any other member only activities
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Access to fast track kiosks for quick entry to facilities (where applicable)
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Inclusive access to all Better swimming pools (excluding York, Reading & Nexus)
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Access to over 50 gyms (additional fee applies)**
Inclusive access to group exercise classes at home centre
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Access to over 40 swimming pools (additional fee applies)**
Access to 1000’s of group exercise classes (additional fee applies)**
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Inclusive access to racquet sports across all Better centres (excluding York, Reading,
Regions & Lambeth Parks)
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Can be used for Badminton, Squash and/or Racquet bookings
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Inclusive access to public skate sessions (excludes disco)
Inclusive access to training ice sessions (excludes public and disco sessions)
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CENTRE INFORMATION - PAY & PLAY MEMBERSHIPS
PAY & PLAY MEMBERSHIP
Adult
Adult
concessionary
Junior
(Under 16)
A Pay & Play membership is ideal for the occasional user.
Simply pay a low annual membership fee and then pay for
activities at a discounted rate as and when you use them.
No admission fee, just pay the activity price
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Up to 55% discount on activity prices
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5 days advance telephone booking
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Entitlement to member only facilities and activities including the gym and courses
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Above benefits available at all leisure centres within Lambeth
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Pay & Play membership benefits include:
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CENTRE INFORMATION - APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIPS
APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIPS
•You’ll need proof of address (such as utility bill, council
tax bill, bank statement or drivers licence) when joining
any membership scheme
•If you want to claim any one of the borough’s
concessionary schemes you’ll also need to provide proof
that you’re eligible (see note 3)
•All activities and facilities are subject to programme
changes and availability
•Parents/Guardians need to sign junior membership
forms.
1.If you cancel prepaid membership but then want to re-join later,
you will need to pay a joining fee
2.Partners must live at the same address
3.Concessionary membership is available only to borough residents
who receive any of these: income support, housing benefit, council
tax benefit, jobseekers allowance (income based), incapacity
benefit or severe disablement allowance. Also senior citizens (60+
years) or full time students living or studying in the borough.
Where junior concessionary memberships are available, a junior
dependent of any of the above is also applicable.
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CENTRE INFORMATION - MEMBERSHIP PRICES
Prepaid Prices
Joining
fee
Better
H&F UK
Better
H&F UK +
Ice
Better
H&F
Better
H&F
Ice
Better
Gym*
Better
Swim
Single
£35.00
£35.00
£35.00
£35.00
£15.00
£15.00
Partner
£70.00
Annual
£15.00
Better
Training
Ice
Better
H&F
Junior
Better
H&F
Junior+
Ice
£40.00
£50.00
£10.00
£10.00
£10.00
Single
£54.00
Partner
£99.95
£74.95
Corporate
£48.00
£38.50
£65.55
£42.80
Concessionary
£21.15
Student
£29.95
Single
£540.00
Partner
£999.50
£655.50
£54.10
£29.80
£29.50
£28.95
£33.95
£25.00
£45.00
£13.35
£24.85
£11.30
£540.00
£133.50 £248.50
£749.50
£385.00
Concessionary
£211.50
Incl.
£10.00
£428.00 £541.00
Corporate
Gym induction
£15.00
Better
Ice
£35.00
Concessionary
Monthly
Better
Better
Group
Racquets
Exercise
Incl.
Incl.
£113.00
£9.95
Incl.
*Clapham Leisure Centre and Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre are excluded from this membership.
Flaxman Sports Centre, Gym only membership, £20.55 a month.
Pay & Play prices
Adult
Adult
Concession
£37.00
£5.30
Junior
Concession Family
£5.30
£47.65
Family
Concession Disabled
£10.60
£5.30
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HEALTH & FITNESS - GYMS
GYMS
Monday-Friday
Before using the gym, you’ll need to have an induction
session, which you should book at reception. This allows
our fitness instructors to check you are well enough to train
and gives you the opportunity to get advice about other
activities on offer which could help you achieve your fitness
goals.
To review your fitness programme, book a re-focus session
with an instructor. This will help you to develop your gym
sessions and keep you on track as you work towards your
long-term goals. Please remember that members will be
given a band when they arrive at the gym and should wear
this on their wrist.
Brixton Recreation Centre
6.30am-10pm
8am-8pm
Clapham Leisure Centre
6.00am-10pm
8am-6pm
Flaxman Sports Centre
7am-10.30pm
9am-6pm
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
6 am-10pm
8am-7pm
West Norwood Health and Leisure Centre
6.30am-10pm
Prices
8am-6pm
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult Non
member
Peak
Inclusive
£6.35
Inclusive
£6.35
£6.35
£8.45
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
Peak
Clapham
Leisure Centre Off-Peak
Inclusive
£6.35
Inclusive
£6.35
£6.35
£8.45
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
Flaxman
Sports
Centre
Peak
Inclusive
£4.50
Inclusive
£4.55
£4.55
£6.15
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
Streatham Ice Peak
and Leisure
Off-Peak
Centre
Inclusive
£6.35
Inclusive
£6.35
£6.35
£8.45
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
West Norwood Peak
Health &
Leisure Centre Off-Peak
Inclusive
£6.35
Inclusive
£6.35
£6.35
£8.45
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
Brixton
Recreation
Centre
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HEALTH & FITNESS - GROUP EXERCISE
GROUP EXERCISE
Please remember:
To vary your workout, you can choose from a range of
fun, sociable group exercise classes from beginners to
advanced level. Choose from the following.
• Aerobic – help your heart and lungs, and make everyday
tasks that little bit easier.
• Body – get better, feel better. Pep up your body and see
the results.
• Calm – stretch, relax and get in tune with your body.
• We recommend booking for all classes and you can do
this online, or at reception. Please visit
www.better.org.uk/book.
• You will be asked for a valid booking receipt when you
arrive at your class.
• Please arrive on time. You will not be allowed to enter a
class if you miss the 10-minute warm-up.
• All group exercise classes (unless otherwise stated), are
for people aged 16 years and over
• We do all we can to offer classes and instructors as
advertised. However, classes or instructors may change
at short notice.
Prices
Brixton Recreation
Centre
Clapham Leisure
Centre
Ferndale Community
Sports Centre
Flaxman Sports Centre
Streatham Ice and
Leisure Centre
West Norwood Health
& Leisure Centre
Ferndale Community
Sports Centre
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult
member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult Non
member
Peak
Inclusive
£6.25
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£8.25
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Peak
Inclusive
£6.25
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£8.25
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Peak
Inclusive
£6.25
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£8.25
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Peak
Inclusive
£4.75
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£6.25
Centre
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Peak
Inclusive
£6.25
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£8.25
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Peak
Inclusive
£6.25
Inclusive
£6.20
£6.25
£8.25
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.55
£3.85
£8.25
Club Dance
£2.20
Capoiera
£8.20
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HEALTH & FITNESS - 8-15 YEARS
FITNESS ZONE (8-15 YEARS)
Brixton Recreation Centre
The Fitness Zone provides 8-15 year olds with dance mats,
a dance studio and a gym with Shokk fitness equipment.
The Zone equipment comes to life with integrated sound,
light and visual systems to help your child enjoy the entire
experience. The latest dance mat craze and virtual reality
instructors allow a bursting mix of classes for everyone to
enjoy. Watch out Shakira and Usher!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-6pm
6pm-8.30pm
10am-11am
11am-1pm
1pm-4pm
10am-2pm
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
9am-4pm
10am-2pm
Term Time
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
School Holidays
10am-6pm
Prices
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H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
member
Junior Concessionary
member
Junior Non
member
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.80
£2.10
£2.80
HEALTH & FITNESS - 11-15 YEARS
JUNIOR FITNESS (11-15 YEARS)
These supervised sessions are just for teens, introducing you to using
gyms and equipment correctly in a safe environment. You’ll need to
book an induction session at reception before your first visit.
Monday and Wednesday
Saturday
Flaxman Sports Centre
4pm-5.30pm
10.30am-1.30pm
Monday to Friday
Saturday & Sunday
Clapham Leisure Centre
4pm - 6pm
1pm - 3pm
Inclusive to members
Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
West Norwood Health and Leisure Centre
4pm - 5.30pm
11am - 12.30pm
1pm - 2.30pm
Prices
H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
member
Junior Concessionary
member
Junior Non
member
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.80
£2.10
£2.80
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HEALTH & FITNESS - SAUNA & STEAM ROOM
SAUNA
& STEAM ROOM
•Please wear bathing costumes at all times during these
sessions
•Please arrive ten minutes before your allocated sauna
session
•Some medical conditions mean you shouldn’t use
saunas – if in doubt, please check with your doctor
•No hair dyes, oils or shaving
•No food or glass bottles allowed
•Over 16’s only
•Customers who wish to attend both daily weekday
sessions should purchase two tickets.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Brixton Recreation Centre
9am-11am
Female Only
9am-11am
Male Only
9am-11am
Female Only
9am-11am
Male Only
9am-11am
Female Only
10am-12noon
Male Only
10am-12noon
Female Only
1pm-3pm
Male Only
1pm-3pm
Female Only
1pm-3pm
Male Only
1pm-3pm
Female Only
1pm-3pm
Male Only
1pm - 3pm
Female Only
1pm - 3pm
Male Only
7pm-9pm
Female Only
7pm-9pm
Male Only
7pm-9pm
Female Only
7pm-9pm
Male Only
7pm-9pm
Female Only
4pm - 6pm
Male Only
4pm - 6pm
Female Only
Prices
Brixton
Recreation
Centre
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult
member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult Non
member
Peak
£5.30
£5.30
Inclusive
£5.30
£5.30
£5.30
Off-Peak
£5.30
£5.30
Inclusive
£5.30
£5.30
£5.30
Monday to Friday off peak times 9am-5pm. Saturday and Sunday off peak times 1pm-8pm.
For information on Health Suite conditions of use, speak to reception.
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HEALTH & FITNESS - GENDER SPECIFIC SESSIONS
WOMEN ONLY (OVER 16 YEARS)
The women-only sessions are designed so that women
can exercise and relax in a calming environment. We try to
have female staff on duty for these sessions, but it may be
necessary for male staff to run or supervise some sessions.
We will let you know about this at reception and on our
website.
Friday
Tuesday
Brixton Recreation Centre
West Norwood Health and
Leisure Centre
Public Swimming
6pm-7.30pm
Women only gym sessions* at Brixton
Recreation Centre
*An induction must be booked to take part in these sessions.
Tuesday
Friday
Sunday
Brixton Recreation Centre
11am-1pm
6pm-8.30pm
10am-12noon
6pm-8.30pm
10am-12noon
Public Swimming
12pm-1pm
Prices
Adult
Swimming
Women
only gym
sessions
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult
member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult Non
member
Peak
Inclusive
£3.15
Inclusive
£3.15
£3.15
£4.20
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.35
£1.95
£4.20
Peak
Inclusive
£6.35
Inclusive
£6.35
£6.35
£8.45
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£4.65
£3.85
£8.45
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HEALTH & FITNESS - OVER 55’S
CLUB ACTIVITIES
Are you 55 or over? Our club activities* sessions are just for
you! Our centres offer a wide range of facilities, including the
gym, which provides a range of equipment and supervised
sessions to help to improve health and well-being. There’s
also a range of group exercise classes to choose from,
including yoga and aerobics, plus plenty of other activities.
Please remember that to be able to use the gym you must
be a member and complete an induction session. You can
also relax in specialised sessions at our swimming pools.
Please remember that swim-safely rules apply (see page 19).
Club Brixton
10.00am - 12.00noon
A morning of activities for older people including
badminton, short tennis, indoor bowls.
Club Dance
Brixton Recreation Centre
Mondays 10.00am - 12.00noon
£2.20 per session
Club Dance
Ferndale Community Sports Centre
Mondays 10.00am - 12.00noon
£2.20 per session
*Age subject to change and may vary by area.
Club Clapham
Monday 3pm - 3.50pm
Pilates with Julie
Club Games 2015
Copper Box Arena. Recruiting now for team players in the
following activities:
Wednesday 3pm - 5pm
Club Dance with Gina
Badminton
Darts
Dominoes
Short Mat Bowls
Thursday 10.15am - 12pm
Morning of activities
including badminton,
short tennis, gym
£4.00 per session
Short Tennis
Table Tennis
Timed Cycle
Timed Swim
If you are interested in taking part email
[email protected] for more information.
Prices
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult
member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult Non
member
Brixton
Peak
Inclusive
£3.10
Inclusive
£3.10
£3.10
£4.10
Recreation Centre
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£3.10
£3.10
£4.10
Inclusive
£2.20
Inclusive
£2.20
£2.20
£2.20
Ferndale Community
Sports Centre
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H&F Adult
Please enquire at reception and check www.better.org.uk.uk for forthcoming Club Activities programmes
HEALTH & FITNESS - OVER 55’S
STREATHAM PROGRAMME
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Club Streatham activity programme
- 12.00pm
1.00pm - 3.00pm Body11.00am
10.30am – 11.30am
11.00am - 11.45am
Conditioning (Studio 1)
Club
SILC
Activity
&
Swimming
Water Fitness (main pool)
1.30pm – 2.25pm
12.00pm - 2pm
Social Day
(fitness pool)
2.15pm - 3:00pm
Line Dancing (studio 1) (Sports
Club
SILC
Social (Ice Cafe)
Hall & Ice
Group Cycle (Studio 1)
2.30pm – 3.25pm
Cafe)
Pilates (Studio 1)
Prices
Pay and play
Non member
Member
Classes
£2.00
£3.00
Inclusive
Activiy Morning
£3.00
£4.00
HEALTH & FITNESS - ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITY SESSIONS
ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITY SESSIONS
• The sessions are available all year-round
• Inductions must be completed prior to attending the
gym session
• Daytime inductions can be booked by concessionary
users. Please contact reception for details
• There is a Leisure Pass discount available on these
sessions
• Carer/Support workers are welcome to attend and assist
free of charge but can not participate.
Multi Sports sessions
For children with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
For further information email [email protected].
Saturday
Brixton Recreation Centre
8-11 years
2pm-3pm
11-18 years
3pm-4pm
Wheelchair Basketball
For all ages. Non wheelchair
and wheelchair users. For
further information email
[email protected].
Saturday
Brixton Recreation Centre
All ages & abilities
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2pm-3pm
£2.00 per session
3pm-4:30pm
Club session (invite only)
Brixton Ballers
Brixton Ballers is Brixton’s only wheelchair basketball team
set up in 2013 and coached by a professional coach. The
club meets every Saturday for matches and practice from
3pm. For more details email [email protected].
HEALTH & FITNESS - ICE SKATING
ICE SKATING
Streatham Ice rink has been a fixture in Lambeth for over
80 years and continues to provide the local community
with many ice sports, including ice skating, ice dance,
figure skating and ice hockey.
•Streatham Ice Rink is open everyday to the public and
has a variety of sessions to suit all ages and abilities.
•It has an Olympic size pad measuring 60x30m and
almost 1000 seats
•A learn to skate programme suitable for all ages.
•School and youth group sessions and discounts.
•Children’s ice skating birthday parties.
•Private tuition and practice times.
•It is home to many Ice Hockey teams including the
Streatham Redskins, Streatham Chiefs, Streatham
Nightwolves, a ladies team the Streatham Storms,
Streatham Youths and London’s only disability Ice
Hockey team the Werewolves of London.
Skating is a fantastic way to keep fit, build strength and
socialise. You can burn up to 400 calories an hour whilst
skating and all in a fun, unique and friendly atmosphere.
For public session times and tickets, please visit
www.better.org.uk/streathamice
Prices
Adult
Child
Concession
Skate hire
Peak
£7.10
£6.60
£5.25
£2.00
Off-Peak
£6.60
£6.10
£5.25
£2.00
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LEARN TO BE A
BETTER SKATER
Our Learn To Skate courses are a fun, unique way
of keeping fit whilst learning a new skill safely and
correctly. Taught in groups of up to 16 people by
highly qualified professional ice coaches, courses are
suitable for children as young as three years old, up
to adults of any age and skill level.
For pupils at an intermediate level, we also offer
one-to-one private tuition.
To find out more, visit
www.better.org.uk/streathamice
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SPORTS COURSES Football
WANT TO GO SWIMMING
FOR JUST £1?
With our kids for a quid* special offer, under
16’s can now swim in any of our swimming
pools in the borough from Monday to
Saturday from just £1.00. Bargain.
For more details, pop in to your local leisure
centre, or visit www.better.org.uk/swimming
FREE SWIMMING
Want to go swimming for FREE*? Well,
now you can. As well as our kids for a quid
special offer, under 16’s can swim for free
during the school holidays before 10am
and before 10am Monday to Thursday.
Just don’t forget to pack your towel.
*Terms and conditions apply. Please see
www.better.org.uk/swimming for details
.
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HEALTH & FITNESS - SWIMMING
SWIMMING
Swimming is great at any age. Whether you want to improve
your technique, get fit, meet new friends, compete or just
have fun, you’re sure to find a pool session that you’ll love.
Main Pool
Teaching Pool
Pools and swimming facilities vary across our centres, so
please contact reception or visit www.better.org.uk for
more information.
Brixton Recreation Centre
•25m
•11.5m
Clapham Leisure Centre
•25m
•16.6m
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
•25m
•13m
West Norwood Health and
Leisure Centre
•25m
• Under 8’s and non swimmers under 16 must be
accompanied by a competent adult swimmer
• No more than two under 8’s or non swimmers under 16 to
each competent adult swimmer
• The competent adult swimmer must actively supervise under
8’s and non swimmers under 16
• Under 8’s and all non swimmers must remain in shallow water
• It is strongly recommended that under 8’s and all non
swimmers use armbands and / or an appropriate buoyancy aid
Advice to adult non swimmers:
• It is recommended that non swimmers over the age of 16
are accompanied in the water by a competent adult swimmer.
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Kids for a Quid
Swimming is perfect for kids, and from Monday to Saturday,
our ‘kids for a quid’ special offer is great value too. Getting
fit, picking up skills, meeting friends or just having fun,
you’ll be quids-in! Please note, a membership is required to
be eligible for the Kids for a Quid scheme.
Free swimming
Under 16’s can swim for free at Brixton Recreation Centre,
Clapham Leisure Centre, West Norwood Health and Leisure
Centre and Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre before 10am
on Saturdays and before 10am Monday-Friday during
school holidays.
If you are 16 and under you just need to register for a
membership card.
•Online application available at
www.better.org.uk/memberships
•Proof of ID required on first visit 8-16 year olds
•£1 online registration fee applies
HEALTH & FITNESS - SWIMMING
Prices - Adult
Brixton Recreation
Centre, Clapham
Leisure Centre, West
Norwood Health
and Leisure Centre &
Streatham Ice and
Leisure Centre
Adult
Adult
Adult Non
Concessionary
member
member
member
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Peak
Inclusive
£3.20
Inclusive
£3.20
£3.15
£4.20
OffPeak
Inclusive
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.35
£1.95
£4.20
Prices - Junior
Brixton Recreation
Centre, Clapham
Leisure Centre, West
Norwood Health
and Leisure Centre &
Streatham Ice and
Leisure Centre
H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
member
Junior
Concessionary
member
Junior Non
member
Peak
Inclusive
£1.00
£1.00
£1.00
£1.85
Off-Peak
Inclusive
Inclusive
£1.00
£1.00
£1.85
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LESSONS AND COURSES - FULHAM FC CHALLENGE
LESSONS AND COURSES
Whatever your age or ability, our lessons and courses
(developed in partnership with many national governing
bodies), deliver a high-quality, complete teaching
programme. That way you can develop skills from
beginner to advanced in anything from swimming to
ballet. They’re also great for developing teamwork skills.
Please contact your local leisure centre for details, or visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons
Sports Courses available in Lambeth:
• Swimming
• Football
• Trampolining
• Gymnastics
• Ice Skating
Please contact your local leisure centre for details.
You can book and pay for all courses online. Just visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons
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FULHAM FC CHALLENGE (3-11 YEARS)
With Fulham Football Club Foundation
Better is proud to provide a unique, progressive football
scheme working in partnership with professional football
clubs across the Capital.
Our football coaches combine the skill and passion of their
teams to inspire the next generation of football players.
Our courses not only help kick start footballing potential
on the pitch, they also help to develop team interaction,
leadership and social skills away from the field.
Fulham Football Club Foundation work with Better by
providing football coaching for leisure centres in the London
Borough of Lambeth.
Sessions available at Brixton Recreation Centre, Clapham
Leisure Centre and Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre.
Prices
Prices for courses vary depending on payment type and
course duration. Price per session costs £5.30. Visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons for more information.
LESSONS AND COURSES - SWIMMING
SWIMMING LESSONS
Covering all ages and abilities, our swimming lessons are
part of London’s largest learn-to-swim programme, with
thousands of classes held across the capital each week. Our
swimming teachers follow the ASA National Teaching Plan
for swimming, helping you to become a confident swimmer
by following a structured, nationally recognised plan.
The aim of the teaching plan is for pupils to learn all
strokes and water skills needed to be confident in the
water. Disability and special needs swimming lessons are
also available. Please contact your local leisure centre for
details, or visit www.better.org.uk/lessons
Lessons are available at Brixton Recreation Centre,
Clapham Leisure Centre, West Norwood Health and Leisure
Centre and Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre.
Prices
Prices for courses vary depending on payment type
and course duration. 30 minute lessons cost £5.30 for
children and 45 minute lessons cost £8.00 for adults.
Visit www.better.org.uk/lessons for more information.
1-2-1 Swimming lessons available (30 mins) for £22.60
2-1 Swimming lessons available (30 mins) for £40.00
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LESSONS AND COURSES - LEARN TO SKATE
LEARN TO SKATE
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre.
Whatever level you’re at, from beginners to pro, our
programme will get your skills to the next level.
We have ice skating lessons suitable for all ages and all
abilities. Our programme will see you develop through the
levels starting from 1 through to 10 as set and nationally
recoginsed by the National Ice Skating Association (NISA).
The progressional steps to advanced dance and free
skating bronze, silver and gold are also available.
You and your family can track your weekly progress through
the course and see what you have been working on and
how close you are getting to the next level. Once you’ve
passed a grade you will be awarded with a certificate and
badge.
By completing grades 1-5 on our learn to skate programme
you gain the experience and qualification to join other
teams and try different activities on ice such as figure
skating, speed skating and ice hockey.
Book your lessons online now by visiting
www.betterlessons.org.uk/book
Prices
Learn to skate: 30 minute lesson each week.
Monday/Wednesday 4-6pm children only, all levels.
Thursday 7-8pm Adult only all levels.
Saturday/Sunday 8.30-10.30am all ages, all levels.
£37.25 direct debit per month (£27.90 concession)
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LESSONS AND COURSES - TRAMPOLINING & GYMNASTICS
TRAMPOLINING (5-15 YEARS & ADULTS)
Working in partnership with British Gymnastics, Better
trampolining courses provide a safe and stimulating
environment in which to develop abilities on the trampoline.
Trampolining courses cover aerial movement, twisting and
a variety of body landings. They provide an almost endless
list of possible combinations, increasing the flexibility of
every participant.
Available at Brixton Recreation Centre.
Prices for courses vary depending on payment type and
course duration. Price per session costs £5.30. Visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons for more information.
GYMNASTICS (5-15 YEARS)
Gym School works in partnership with British Gymnastics
and aims to encourage all children to be physically active.
With strong links to the national governing body, Gym
School provides a structured programme that motivates
and helps each pupil work towards a recognised award.
By participating in gymnastics your child will develop their
flexibility, balance and co-ordination skills. Courses teach
them the rewards of dedication and hard work.
Available at Clapham Leisure Centre.
Prices for courses vary depending on payment type and
course duration. Price per session costs £5.30. Visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons for more information.
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES - FOOTBALL
SPORTS ACTIVITY INFORMATION
Whatever your favourite sport, chances are you can enjoy
it here in Lambeth. Badminton, basketball, tennis, table
tennis and more are all on offer. Whether you like to play
with a partner or part of a larger team, they’re perfect for
anyone from the occasional player to the avid enthusiast.
Most equipment can be hired here too.
Please note:
•You can provisionally book all activities for casual play or
make a contract booking to guarantee your slot
•If you have to cancel, you must do this at least 48 hours
beforehand, or you will be charged at the full rate
•Please arrive ten minutes before the start of your
allocated slot
•24 hours notice is required to amend the time and court
number of your booking.
For latest information and to book online check
www.better.org.uk or contact your local centre.
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FOOTBALL
3G Turf 5-a-side pitch Pitch at
Brixton Recreation Centre
The 3G pitch is an indoor 3rd generation astro-turf football
pitch. We host courses, in partnership with Fulham Football
Club for ages of 3-12 year olds. The pitch is available for
hire, multisport and birthday parties.
Prices
3G Turf
5-a-side pitch
Peak
60 mins
Off Peak
60 mins
£46.35
£34.80
SPORTS ACTIVITIES - NETBALL
NETBALL
HIGH 5 JUNIOR NETBALL (9 - 11 YEARS)
Netball is a fast, skilful team game based on running,
jumping, throwing and catching and is the world’s most
popular team game for women. Our courts have a rubber
crumb surface, available to hire for you team’s practice. Or
join a team and take part in the league that is run by Top
Corner.
High 5 Netball is the game of netball for 9-11 year olds
and uses fun and variety to learn the game, polish skills
and aid fitness.
Available at Ferndale Community Sports Centre.
BACK TO NETBALL
It’s a great way to get active, have fun and make new
friends.Get into High 5 Netball is coached netball sessions
led by qualified England Netball coaches designed to
give your child the opportunity to play netball outside of
school. Whether they have played at school, are on the
school team or just want to have a go then Get into High
5 Netball.
For more information email [email protected]
Thinking of getting back into netball, or want to try it for
the first time? Stopped playing and would love to start
again? Why not try Back to Netball.
England Netball’s Back to Netball provides a gentle
introduction to the sport for female players. It doesn’t
matter if you have never played before, sessions are coach
led and cover basic skill development and court play. The
emphasis of these sessions is on learning new skills and
having fun by playing netball with friends. Whether it is
about re-discovering sporting abilities you forgot you had
or about getting active again, these sessions cater for all
abilities. Get fit, have fun and make friends through Back
to Netball.
Wednesday
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
7pm-8pm
Prices
£3.00 per session
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES - BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL
Basketball is one of the world’s most popular and widely
viewed sports. Playing basketball is a great way to keep
fit, with numerous skills involved in every game. Running,
shooting, passing while playing defensively and offensively,
basketball is a highly skilled and fun game to play.
Basketball courts available at Streatham Ice and Leisure
Centre , Clapham Leisute Centre, Brixton Recreation Centre,
Flaxman Sports Centre and Ferndale Community Sports
Centre (outdoor court). Contact your local leisure centre for
more details.
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES - MARTIAL ARTS, CANOEING & BOWLS
MARTIAL ARTS
There are various martial arts clubs running sessions in our
centres. Contact your local centre for more information
or visit www.better.org.uk.
CANOEING
We run learn to canoe sessions at Clapham Leisure Centre
for the complete novice or for those who have tried it a few
times and want to improve and develop their skills.
Sunday
CAPOEIRA (16+ YEARS)
At Ferndale Community Sports Centre. Traditional AfroBrazilian cultural activity combining dance, martial art,
singing and percussion.
Monday
Ferndale Community Sports Centre
7.30pm-9pm
Sessions cost £8.20
Clapham Leisure Centre
5pm-6pm
Sessions cost £8.75
INDOOR BOWLS HALL
Brixton Recreation Centre
Prices (60 min)
Bowls Lane Adult
£6.40
Bowls Lane Junior
£2.90
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES - RACQUET SPORTS
RACQUET SPORTS
NO STRINGS BADMINTON
There are various racquet sports available at our centres
and Lambeth Parks. All racquet sports can be hired
in blocks between centre opening times. For more
information contact reception. Racquets are available to
hire but a deposit is required (applicable to leisure
centres only).
Join us at a No Strings Badminton session in partnership
with Badminton England at Brixton Recreation Centre,
Clapham Leisure Centre Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre.
These sessions are designed to take place at times that
suit you and fit in with your busy schedulle. With no
membership fees just turn up and pay the play and pay
price.
Badminton/Squash/Table Tennis/Tennis
Brixton Recreation Centre
Fridays 1pm - 3pm.
Session price £4.00
Prices
Clapham Common and Kennington park
Tennis
(60mins)
Adult
£8.00
Concessionary
(includes Junior)
£4.00
Clapham Leisure Centre
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm
Tuesday 8pm - 10pm No Strings+ (intermediate and
advanced wishing to play more competitively)
Sessions price £3.50
Tennis courts in other parks in Lambeth cost £5.00, and £2.50 for
those eligible to concession rate with a
card. Includes
disabled, 60+ and Juniors under 16 years.
Ferndale Community Sports Centre
Tennis
(60mins)
Full price
peak
Off-Peak
Community
Peak
Off-Peak
£9.50
£8.00
£4.70
£2.50
Why not take up Better Racquets?
Simply pay a one-off annual fee or monthly direct
debit and enjoy inclusive access to badminton, squash,
table tennis and tennis (excludes racquet sports in
Lambeth Parks). For more information or to join visit
www.better.org.uk/memberships
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Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
Monday 7.30pm - 8.15pm
Session Price £3.00
TENNIS
Tennis is a great way to develop hand eye co-ordination
and learn new skills.
Tennis courts also available at Ferndale Community Sports
Centre to book online or at the centre. Contact the bookings
team for more information at the centre.
SPORTS ACTIVITIES - RACQUET SPORTS
Prices
Brixton
Recreation
Centre
&
Streatham
Ice and
Leisure
Centre
Badminton
(55 mins)
Squash
(40 mins)
Table
Tennis
Clapham
Leisure
Centre
Badminton
(55 mins)
Ferndale
Community
Sports
Centre
Table
Tennis
(55 mins)
Badminton
(55 mins)
Flaxman
Sports
Centre
Squash
(40 mins)
Table
Tennis
(55 mins)
H&F Adult
H&F Adult
Concessionary
H&F UK
Adult
member
Adult
Concessionary
member
Adult non
member
Peak
£8.05
£8.05
Inclusive*
£8.05
£8.05
£10.30
Off-Peak
£6.25
£5.35
Inclusive*
£6.25
£5.35
£10.30
Peak
£8.05
£8.05
Inclusive*
£8.05
£8.05
£10.30
Off-Peak
£6.25
£5.35
Inclusive*
£6.25
£5.35
£10.30
Peak
£5.10
£5.10
Inclusive*
£5.10
£5.10
£6.40
Off-Peak
£3.55
£3.05
Inclusive*
£3.55
£3.05
£6.40
Peak
£8.05
£8.05
Inclusive*
£8.05
£8.05
£10.30
Off-Peak
£6.25
£5.35
Inclusive*
£6.25
£5.35
£10.30
Peak
£5.10
£5.10
Inclusive*
£5.10
£5.10
£6.40
Off-Peak
£3.05
£3.05
Inclusive*
£3.55
£3.05
£6.40
Peak
£8.00
£8.00
Inclusive*
£7.00
£8.00
£9.25
Off-Peak
£6.25
£5.30
Inclusive*
£4.30
£5.30
£9.25
Peak
£8.00
£8.00
Inclusive*
£7.00
£8.00
£9.25
Off-Peak
£6.20
£5.30
Inclusive*
£4.30
£5.30
£9.25
Peak
£5.00
£5.00
Inclusive*
£5.00
£5.00
£5.00
Off-Peak
£5.00
£5.00
Inclusive*
£5.00
£5.00
£5.00
*One indoor racquet court booking per person, per day.
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SPORT ACTIVITIES - CLIMB LONDON
CLIMB LONDON
INSTRUCTED GROUPS:
To climb at Climb London Brixton, you’ll
need to be either competent climber
already or booked into one of our instructed
sessions. Competent climbers can climb at Brixton after
passing a safety test given by one of our instructors on a
Thursday between 7:30pm-9:30pm or by arrangement.
Our instructors are capable of providing group sessions for
schools, scouts, or other groups, and can teach any aspect
of climbing in a safe, warm, and dry environment. Includes
equipment.
INSTRUCTED ACTIVITIES
Pebbles: 4-7 year olds only.
An ideal opportunity for young climber to take their first
steps off the ground. The climber to instructor ratio is kept
quite low at 4:1 to ensure as much individual attention as
possible. 1 hour.
Junior Rock Club: 7-16 years.
The Junior Rock Club is an instructed session for young
climbers eager to improve not only their climbing, but also
their knowledge of equipment, belaying, and the culture
and history of rock climbing and mountaineering. All
aspects of top-rope climbing and abseiling are taught and
the course follows a curriculum/log book issued free to the
climbers. This course can be booked for an entire term or
on a drop-in basis. 1.5 hours. There is also an invitation only
Advanced Junior Rock Club on Saturday afternoon.
Beginners Course Plus: 16+ year olds.
The Beginners Course Plus is designed for adults with little
or no climbing experience wishing to become competent
climbers. Climbing technique, belaying, knot tying,
equipment use, stretching and training are all covered over
three separate sessions of two hours each. 3 x 2 hours.
Parties: 4-6 year olds or 7+ year olds.
For an unforgettable birthday, it’s hard to beat a rock
climbing birthday party with Climb London. We treat the
children to a full hour and a half of climbing and games.
Includes all equipment and an appropriate number of
instructors.
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Adult and Junior Mixed Taster: 7+ year olds.
This is a one-off session with an instructor managing all
the ropes and safety equipment allowing bookees as many
climbs on the wall as time permits. Parents and children
as young as 7 can book together, but adult and children
singles are also welcome. 1 hour.
Adult Rockstart Taster: 16+ year olds.
The Rockstart Taster is an adult-only taster session
designed to give adults new to climbing an hour and a
half on the climbing wall. An instructor manages all the
ropes and safety aspects and provides tips on technique.
Includes equipment. 1.5 hours.
Private Instruction: 4+ years.
Climb London can provide private
instruction for one person or groups
up to 6 people. These sessions
can be any duration over an hour
and teach any aspect of climbing/
mountaineering. They can be booked
at any time. 1+ hours.
SPORT ACTIVITIES - CLIMB LONDON
COMPETENT CLIMBERS
BOOKING INFORMATION
Adult Rock Club: 16+ year olds.
An evening session for competent adults supervised by a
qualified instructor. A great way to meet other climbers.
Singles booked into Adult Rock Club are either paired with
another climber or belayed by the supervising instructor.
The instructor is also on hand to provide tips on technique
and equipment usage. Includes hire of harness and belay
device.
To book a climbing activity call Climb London on
0845 363 144.
Parties can only be booked through Climb
London. Please call the above number or email
[email protected] with proposed dates, number
of climbers, and a contact telephone number.
MEMBERSHIP
To become a Climb London member you will need to pass
a safety test proving your competency with equipment use,
knots, and belaying, and pay an annual fee of £9.50.
Safety tests are free of charge and can be completed
during Adult Rock Club on Thursday
from 7:15pm-8.45pm or other times by calling
0845 363 1144.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Brixton Recreation Centre
Junior Rockclub
5.30pm-7pm
Beginners Course*
7.30pm-9.30pm
Pebbles
4.30pm-5.30pm
Junior Rockclub
5.30pm-7pm
Adult Rock Club
7.15pm-8.45pm
Junior Rock Club
10am-11.30am
Advanced Junior
Rockclub
11.45am-1.15pm
Pebbles
1.30pm-2.30pm
Adult and Junior
Taster
2.30pm-3.30pm
Climbing Parties
4pm-5.30pm
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KIDS ACTIVITIES - CRÈCHE
CRÈCHE (UNDER 5’S)
Our crèche gives you the chance to take part in leisure
activities, knowing your children are well-cared for. You can
leave your children for up to two hours. Booking is essential
and places are limited so if you have booked a place but
fail to turn up, we’re afraid you must pay the full charge
(even if you are a prepaid member). Our crèche is Ofstedregistered. This means that Ofsted regulate and inspect
our crèche to make sure the care provided is of an excellent
standard.
Monday
Prices
Member
£2.85
Concessions
£2.10
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
9am-11am
11am-1pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-5pm
9am-11am
11am-1pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-5pm
9am-11am
11am-1pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-5pm
9am-11am
11am-1pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-5pm
Brixton Recreation Centre
9am-11am
11am-1pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-5pm
TODDLERS WORLD (UNDER 5’S)
Prices
A fun-filled environment designed to challenge and
stimulate children between the ages of six months to five
years. Parents must supervise their children during these
sessions.
Monday
Toddlers World
£2.80 per session
£4.50 for one child
Toddlers Ice World
£2.00 extra for
additional child
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
9.30am-11am
1.30pm-3pm
1.30pm-3pm
9.30am-11am
1.30pm-3pm
9.30am-11am
1.30pm-3pm
11am-12noon
(Toddlers Ice World)
10am-12noon
11am-12noon
(Toddlers Ice World)
Clapham Leisure Centre
1.30pm-3pm
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
10am-12noon
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BRIXTON DANCE SCHOOL (4-15 YEARS)
Ballet and street dance classes taken by a qualified
instructor at Ferndale Community Sports Centre.
These classes are drop in sessions.
Saturday
Prices
Ferndale Community Sports Centre
Member
£1.00
Concessions
£1.00
Ballet
3pm-3.30pm (4-10 years)
Street Dance
3.30pm-4.30pm (5-8 years)
4.30pm-5.30pm (9-15 years)
PLAY ZONE (UNDER 11’S)
Have a new adventure every time you visit! Play Zone is a
specially built area that provides children with the freedom
to play and use their imagination.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
10am-2pm
10am-2pm
Brixton Recreation Centre
10am-6pm
10am-6pm
School Holiday times: Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm
Prices
H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
Member
Junior
Concessionary
member
Junior non
member
Children aged 5 and under
£2.25
£2.15
£2.25
£2.15
£2.85
Children aged over 5
£2.65
£2.65
£2.65
£2.65
£3.50
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KIDS ACTIVITIES - 5-15 YEARS
THE ENERGY ZONE (5-15 YEARS)
The Energy Zone at Brixton Recreation Centre is an
interactive sports hall for children aged between 5-15 year
olds.
Each session lasts for 1 hour and is broken down into
two groups:
•Kids – for ages 5-10 year olds
•Active – for ages 11-15 year olds
Groups will incorporate children of all abilities.
Brixton Recreation Centre
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
4pm-5pm
6pm-7pm
4pm-5pm
5pm-6pm
(mixed with 11-15
years)
10am-11am
11am-12noon
2pm-3pm
10am-11am
1pm-2pm
6pm-7pm
7pm-8pm
1pm-2pm
3pm-4pm
Birthday parties
12noon-1pm
(11-15 years)
4pm-5pm
(5-15 years)
11am-12noon
Birthday parties
12noon-1pm
(5-15 years)
Kidz Energy 5-10 years
4pm-5pm
5pm-6pm
Active Energy 11-15 years
6pm-7pm
7pm-8pm
5pm-6pm
7pm-8pm
Prices
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H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
Member
Junior
Concessionary
member
Junior non
member
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.15
£2.15
£2.85
KIDS ACTIVITIES - 8-15 YEARS
THE FITNESS ZONE (8-15 YEARS)
The Fitness Zone at Brixton Recreation Centre is a state
of the art gym especially designed for children aged 8-15
years.
The equipment is scaled down to suit every child’s needs,
with clear and precise instructions on how to use each
machine. The resistance and cardiovascular areas are
vibrant and lively and therefore inviting to all children.
Each resistance/weights machine have an information
plaque which gives a detailed description of what muscle
groups are being targeted and what the applications can be
used for i.e. Leg Extension machines. The applications are
used for running and football, because the child is working
the muscles in the front of their thighs (quadriceps).
All sessions in the Fitness Zone are taken by qualified child
fitness instructors, who are called Motivators.
Brixton Recreation Centre
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3.30pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-6pm
6pm-8.30pm
(Girls Only)
10am-11am
11am-1pm
1pm-4pm
10am-2pm
Fitness Zone Open Sessions
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
3.30pm-5pm
5pm-7pm
7pm-8.30pm
Prices
H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
Member
Junior
Concessionary
member
Junior non
member
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.85
£2.15
£2.85
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HEALTH & FITNESS - 8-15 YEARS
THE FITNESS ZONE STUDIO (8-15 YEARS)
The Fitness Zone also has its own studio. Inside the
studio there are the latest dance mats and a 60 inch
plasma screen. There is also a computer that has an
interactive built in instructor that is able to teach
different classes.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Streetdance
5pm-6pm
Aerobiking Bikes
5pm-6pm
Circuit Training
5pm-6pm
Dance Workout
5pm-6pm
Boxercise
12noon-1pm
Aerobiking Bikes
2pm-3pm
Brixton Recreation Centre
Boxercise
7pm-8pm
Prices
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H&F Junior
H&F Junior
Concessionary
Junior
Member
Junior
Concessionary
member
Junior non
member
Inclusive
Inclusive
£2.85
£2.15
£2.85
HEALTH & FITNESS - 3-15 YEARS
THE TEAM ZONE (3-15 YEARS)
The 3G pitch is an indoor 3rd generation astro-turf
football pitch where courses for 3-15 year olds are held, in
partnership with Fulham Football Club Foundation. The
pitch is available for hire, multisport and birthday parties.
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Fulham FC Challenge
(5-7 years)
4pm-5pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(5-7 years)
4pm-5pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(5-7 years)
4pm-5pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(8-11 years)
5pm-6pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(8-11 years)
5pm-6pm
Toddler’s Soccer (3-4
years)
12noon-1pm
1pm-2pm
Brixton Recreation Centre
Fulham FC Challenge
(5-11 years)
4pm-7pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(5-7 years)
10am-11am
12noon-1pm
Fulham FC Challenge
(8-11 years)
11am-12noon
More information on Fulham Football Club courses can be found on page 28.
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KIDS ACTIVITIES - HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES & BIRTHDAY PARTIES
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES BIRTHDAY PARTIES
All our centres offer a variety of activities to keep the kids
busy during the school holidays. For more information
simply visit www.better.org.uk/holidayactivities, or
request more information from reception.
We offer a wide range of affordable, themed birthday
party packages for children under 16 years old. We also do
all the tidying up, so you can just relax and enjoy the day!
Please note that times and courses may vary during
school holidays and Bank Holidays. Please check with
reception for details.
CENTRE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME DATES
22nd December - 2 January 2015
16th February - 20th February 2015
30th March - 10th April 2015
HOLIDAY PLAYSCHEME (5-12 YEARS)
Our Holiday Playscheme at Brixton Recreation Centre and
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre takes place every school
holiday.
The best holiday activity scheme around! Children can
make new friends, try new sports, enjoy themed weeks
and have lots of fun in a safe environment on our Ofsted
registered holiday play scheme. With various activities to
and sporting challenges each week including arts & crafts
and swimming we have something for everyone.
*Due to the play scheme’s Ofsted registration, we can only
accept children from the 1st September following their 5th
birthday (school year 1 onwards).
A full day costs £14.00 for members.
The following themed birthday parties are available in
your borough:
Football Club (5-11 years)
Why wait when your child can kick off their birthday with
our Birthday Cup finals? Get their friends together into
teams and they will enjoy fast paced matches and penalty
shoot outs.
Toddler’s Soccer (under 5’s)
For our youngest football fanatics. All the fun that can be
had with a football.
Play Zone (Under 11 years)
Thrilling indoor adventure play zone parties in our specially
built structure for under 8 years. It’s a very fruity adventure
at Brixton Recreation Centre, let your rascals play and have
fun in a maze of ball.
Rock Climbing (4-6 years or 7+ years)
Our indoor clibming parties are massively popular for
youngsters of all ages. We spend 90 minutes playing games,
bouldering and roped climbing. For an unforgettable party,
it is hard to beat a Climb London Climbing party.
To book, contact Climb London on 0845 363 1144
All parties cost £120.00
Ice parties
Ice Parties: £129.50 for up to 10 children (£12.95 per
additional child). Contains all usual party bits, also includes,
1 hour of skating, 1 hour in party room.Additional extra:
Party lesson, 30 minutes £30 (area of ice coned off)
Pool parties are also available to book at West Norwood
Health and Leisure Centre.
For more information and booking please contact your
local leisure centre.
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HIRE OF FACILITIES
HIRE OF FACILITIES
Indoor
There are a number of facilities available at the
centres for you to hire. These can be booked through
the main reception or via our contract bookings department.
Per 55 mins
Brixton Recreation Centre
3G turf pitch (Football)
Email [email protected]
for more information or to book your facility
Half Sports Hall
£48.40
Full Sports Hall
£96.80
Swimming Pool per lane
£22.50
Meeting Rooms
£30.90
Flaxman Sports Centre
Football (Sports Hall) Adult
£40.00
Email [email protected] for more information
and to book your facility
Basketball (Sports Hall) Adult
£40.00
Social room
£25.00
Martial Arts Area
£15.00
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
Email [email protected] for more information or to book your facility.
West Norwood Health and Leisure Centre
Email [email protected] for more information or to book your facility
Ferndale Community Sports Centre
£46.35
Studio
Full Price
Per Hour
Email [email protected] or more information
and to book your facility
£46.35
Clapham Leisure Centre
Swimming pool (per lane)
Email [email protected] for more information
and to book your facility
Half sports hall
£48.40
Meeting room
£30.90
£22.50
Outdoor
Full Price
Ferndale Community
Sports Centre
Community
Peak
Off-Peak
Peak
Off-Peak
3G Football Pitches 60 mins
£72.90
£25.50
£53.00
£17.50
Netball Court 60 mins
£31.90
£17.90
£20.40
£15.40
Tennis Court 60 mins
£9.80
£8.30
£4.80
£2.60
£31.90
£17.90
£20.40
£15.40
Basketball court 60 mins
*one hoop hire £9.50
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HIRE OF FACILITIES
CLAPHAM COMMON PAVILION FUNCTION ROOM
This refurbished function room is available for meeting
and community activity hire. Open Monday to Sunday
8.00am-10.00pm.
Email:[email protected]
Phone:020 7233 9837
£15 per hour during school term time weekdays.
£30 per hour during weekends, school holidays and
bank holidays.
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HIRE OF FACILITIES
LAMBETH PARKS
You can book sports facilities such as tennis courts,
football pitches and multi use games areas in various parks
throughout the borough.
Tennis courts are now available to book online by visiting
www.better.org.uk. You can book at the following parks:
• Archbishops Park
• Brockwell Park
• The Rookery (Streatham)
• Vauxhall Park
• Larkhall Park
• Ruskin Park
• Hillside Gardens
• Kennington Park
• Clapham Common Park
A full list of facilities are available on the Lambeth
Council website www.lambeth.gov.uk under leisure
and culture. Information is also available on our website
www.better.org.uk
To book sports facilities at Lambeth parks call
0845 130 8998 or email [email protected]
For block bookings call 020 7738 6834.
Other Lambeth Parks to book facilities:
•Archbishops Park: Tennis and Football*
•Brockwell Park: Lawn Bowling, Tennis, Football and
Basketball*
•Clapham Common Pavillion function room: Venue for
hire to cater for meetings and childrens parties
•Clapham Common: Lawn Bowling, Tennis and Rugby,
Netball, grass Football pitches, Cricket pitch and nets,
Aussie Rules, Touch Rugby, Softball, Athletics, table
tennis.
•Hillside Gardens: Tennis and Basketball*
•Kennington Park: Football, Hockey, Tennis and
Netball, Floodlit.
•Larkhall Park: 3G Football and Tennis, Floodlit.
•Norwood Park: Football (Hard court surface)
•Ruskin Park: Football, Tennis and Cricket Pitch*
•The Rookery: Tennis*
•Vauxhall Park: Tennis*
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SPORTS FACILITIES - LAMBETH PARKS
Prices
Clapham Common and Kennington Park
Tennis (60mins)
Standard
Adult
£8.00
Junior
£4.00
*
Clapham Common and Ruskin Park*
Cricket Pitch
Full Day
£86.00
Half Day
£43.00
Football
Per hour (Astro 11 a side)
£92.00
Per 90 mins (Grass Pitch)
£64.50
Per hour (Astro/ 3G Pitch)
£64.50
To book football pitches in Lambeth Parks you must
have Public Liability insurance with minimum cover of
£5 million.
Lawn Bowling
Whole Green - 2 hours
(Includes bowls hire)
£52.00
Bowling Green Per Player
£4.00
Under 16’s can play for free with a
card.
*Under 16s who have a
card can access concessionary rates
and use tennis facilities free of charge (excluding Clapham Common
and Kennington Park), but must be booked with the sports facilities
booking service on 020 7738 6834.
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SPORTS CLUB INFORMATION
SPORTS CLUB INFORMATION
Dodgeball - Go mammoth (Clapham)
Email [email protected]
Below are the details and contact numbers of a range
of clubs that currently run sessions in our leisure centres.
New participants are always welcome, please contact the
relevant club if you are interested.
Leander Swimming Club (Clapham)
www.leanderswimmingclub.org.uk
Junior Fencing (Brixton) Under 16s
Patrick Foster - 07753 604 588
Tae Kwon Do (Brixton) All ages
Wayne McEwan - 07967 596 928
Top Cats Basketball (Brixton) All ages
Moji/Jimmy Rodgers - 020 7737 3354
Top Corner Football and Netball (Ferndale and
Kennington Park) 16 years +
Enquiries 020 7700 1888
Brixton Bowls Club (Brixton) 16 years +
Richard Long - [email protected]
Karate Renshinkai Southern Academy (Ferndale) All ages
Call 07961 179 389, email [email protected] or visit
www.rskarate.com
Kookwoolson (Clapham)
Email [email protected]
Capoeira (Clapham)
Email [email protected]
Capoeira (Ferndale)
Call Raymond 07903 010 709
Krav Magar Martial Arts (Clapham)
Email [email protected]
Streatham Swimming Club
Email [email protected]
Ice Clubs
Ice Dance Club: Thursday 8.15-9.15pm
Figure Skating Club: Friday 6.15-7.15pm
Supreme Skaters: Sunday 6-7am
GKR Karate (Flaxman)
[email protected]
Youth Ice Hockey Hockey: Monday 6-9pm, Wednesday
9.15-10.45pm
5-a-side (Ferndale)
Enquiries www.5aside.org
Nightwolves Ice Hockey: Monday 9.15-10.45/Friday
10.30-12.30pm
Netball (Ferndale)
Enquiries www.netbusters.org
Redskins Ice Hockey: Thursdays 9.30-11.00pm
Ferndale Football Club (Ferndale)
Enquiries Wallace Hermitt - [email protected]
St Matthews Project - football for young people
Enquiries lee Dema - [email protected]
Clapham Canoe Club (Clapham)
Paddy Wilkinson
Email [email protected]
Chiefs Ice Hockey: Tuesday 11-12.30pm
Storms Womens Ice Hockey: Wednesdays 9.15-10.45pm
Werewolves disability Ice Hockey: Saturdays 4.306.30pm
A full list of clubs are available to download on our centres
web pages at www.better.org.uk
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Arabic
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Chinese
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