Ilford Leisure Centre
Ilford Leisure Centre, High Road, Ilford, Essex IG1 1UE
Tel: 020 8553 0639
[email protected]
General Opening Times:
Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 10pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am - 6pm
Based on Ilford High Road just on outside the main shopping area is Ilford Leisure Centre. Ilford Leisure Centre has a 30.5m swimming pool with a 22.5m teaching pool, gym, sauna, plunge pool, dance studio and meeting room. We run a series of events and activities throughout the year for all ages ranging from dance classes, swimming lessons, children's parties, youth gym, galas and much more. For details of the programme of activities we run please contact us.
Membership
Unlike private gyms you do not have to be a member to use any of our centres. You can us any of our centres on a pay and play basis. However, if you are using the centres on a regular basis you could save money with one of our membership packages. For details visit our Membership section.
Swimming
Swimming is the nation's biggest participation sport and it's easy to see why. It is the ideal activity to work all the muscles in your body. It provides an excellent cardio-vascular workout and is the ideal warm up or cool down to start or complete your fitness workout. Swimming is less stressful on joints and muscles than other forms of exercise, boosting stamina and suppleness. It is in the perfect addition to your fitness programme invigorating and relaxing mind and body. For details, including Swim Vision Lessons, visit our Swimming section.
Gym
There is a wide range of CV equipment including bikes, treadmills, rowers, steppers and fixed workout stations. To use the Fitness Suite you must complete an induction showing you correct positions and techniques to operate equipment.
Dance & Spinning Studio
Whether you're after yoga, pilates or aerobics we'll have a class to suit you taking place in dance studio. Check out our dance studio timetable for a full list of the classes on offer. Spinning sessions offer a fantastic cardio workout. We have spinning classes for all abilities so whether you're a first timer or a seasoned pro, why not come along to a session. All our instructors have the experience to ensure that you make the most of your workout so you'll notice the difference.
Youth Gym & Fitness
Teen Gym Sessions provide you with the ideal opportunity to train with professional fitness instructors and work out in the gym using all the latest equipment including; bikes, rowers, steppers, treadmills, cross trainers, resistance equipment and free weights. You will need to complete an induction and be shown how to use the equipment before you can take part. At your induction we'll develop a personalised workout programme for you designed specifically to meet your goals. Starts in January 2008.
Teen Spin
Teen Spin is a fitness session taken on state of the art 'Spinning Bikes'. This is the perfect way to get a full workout and is led by a fully qualified instructor. Many leading athletes such as footballers, rugby players and even cyclists (surprise!) use spinning as part of their overall fitness workout programme. Starts in January 2008.
Sauna Whether you're after a great way to relax after a hard training session or simply want to drop in for an indulgent one off visit, our sauna complete with plunge pool is the perfect place.
Creche - Tuesdays & Wednesdays - 9.30am until 11.30am
There's now no reason for no exercise! While you're having a work out, swim or enjoying one of our many activities on offer, let us take care of the kids. But remember, parents must remain on the premises. Our friendly and fully qualified staff will let you take time out for yourself and look after your little ones. CrècheVision offers safe, affordable and most of all FUN activities and we promise to:
- Provide a pleasant and secure atmosphere
- Encourage trust and good communication between staff and children
- Ensure that parents feel comfortable that their children are happy and secure
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness, hygiene and safety throughout the centre at all times
- Listen to what our customers say and implement change where possible