Dorking Sports Centre

28/07/2025

Between taking care of the kids and those endless to-do lists, we know that finding time to keep fit can feel tricky. ⏰

The good news is that you can still feel the benefits of exercise by making small changes in your day-to-day, such as:

✅ Getting the family involved
✅ Managing the intensity of your workouts
✅ Investing in home gym equipment
✅ Staying active throughout the day

Discover four ways to fit a workout in as a parent 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUth6

24/07/2025

Getting stronger to enjoy everyday fun for longer! 🧡

Hitting the gym could be just what you need to boost endurance and key muscles for day-to-day movements. Find a membership that supports your everyday here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUnM4

23/07/2025

Calling all thrill seekers!

Dive into our giant inflatable obstacle course in the pool — it’s wet, wild, and guaranteed to bring big laughs and bigger splashes! 🛝🌊

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for family fun (Swim Safety rules apply)
✅ No equipment needed — just bring your swimwear and energy!
📍 Dorking Sports Centre
📆 Every Thursday from 21st July – 29th August, 2pm-3pm

Spaces fill fast, book now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUmTo

23/07/2025

Flexibility is key to preventing injuries, smoother movements, and enhanced mobility. 🙌

Improving it can make you feel a difference in everything you do, and our EGYM Fitness Hub is here to help you do exactly that! Read our tips on how you can boost your flexibility here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUm7o

22/07/2025

Meet Rebecca 👋

She's one of our many Customers who enrolled in an Activate session - a brand-new, one-to-one session using our EGYM Fitness Hub that gives a snapshot of where your current fitness levels are at! 💪

Learn more about it's improved her strength, overall lifestyle, and much more here 👇

22/07/2025

Calling all dog owners! Local to Aldershot Lido, our Dog Days are making a splash again this year! 🐶🌊

Bring your pooch along to the lido on the first weekend of September where they can play, have a paddle, and cool off. It's one of our much-loved Community events with our partners, Rushmoor Borough Council, so don't miss out!

Tickets are now on sale - grab yours here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUkf8

21/07/2025

Group workout classes like yoga aren’t just about flexibility, they can help you build control from the inside out, making you feel stronger and more confident in those day-to-day moments. 💪✨

Ready to enhance your everyday? Find out more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUiKw

18/07/2025

School's out & the fun is in! 🏊‍♂️🎾🎉

Get ready for an action-packed summer at Dorking Sports Centre!

From Family fun swims, Inflatable Aqua Splash sessions, and Junior Gym workouts, to toddler Soft Play and Drop-In Pickleball — we’ve got something for everyone. 🙌

Don’t miss our Summer Open Weekend on the 19th & 20th July!

Then enjoy six weeks of exciting activities running through to the 29th August!

Book now, plan your summer, and let the good times roll in 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wUfbn

16/07/2025

Are you thinking about starting adult swimming lessons? We’ve got the lowdown on what you need to know! 📣👇

With expert swim teachers and a beginner-friendly approach, we’re here to help you feel strong, safe, and supported in the water - no matter your ability. It’s never too late to unlock a new skill for life! 🌊

Learn more about adult swimming lessons at your nearest pool here: https://brnw.ch/21wUbEg

15/07/2025

Want to know your real fitness age? Your BioAge can tell you more than you think… 👀

Find out your BioAge and more with our brand-new Activate session! In this one-to-one session, a member of our team will use the EGYM Fitness Hub to measure key biometrics like flexibility and strength, and give you an easy to understand snapshot of your fitness level. ✅

Hear from David as he tells you more about the Activate session 👇

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wU9hL

08/07/2025

Summer is calling! 🌞

Come and join us at Dorking Sports Centre for an exciting array of activities, including fun swims, inflatable obstacle courses, Junior Gym sessions, toddler soft play, and much more!

Summer starts with our Summer Open Weekend (19th–20th July)
with lots of fun free activities, including a Water Safety Swimming Lesson.

Runs all summer long ‘til 29th August!

Book now: https://brnw.ch/21wTZ65

04/07/2025

🏸 Ready to serve up some fun? Grab your friends and hit the courts. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, badminton is the perfect way to stay active and have a blast. 🌟🎉

Book your court today👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTThv

03/07/2025

Hi Edinburgh – have you seen our brand-new fitness space? 👋

Located on Leith Walk, Places Leisure Edinburgh brings a modern, state-of-the-art facility to the city. The space has exciting opportunities for the local Community, and we've loved welcoming our new Customers through the doors. 🙌

Our aim is to create active places and healthy People - Community is just as important to us as it is for our Customers! When People become healthier, Communities get stronger too. 🧡

Find out more about the brand-new facility 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTRHg

02/07/2025

Getting ready to celebrate your achievements! 🥳

Don't forget to pop to reception after your child's lesson this week to get their medal and certificate for only £5.🏅

Don't forget to snap a photo to mark to occasion at our selfie spot! 📸

01/07/2025

Conquer the pool and get prepped for swimming lessons in no time with our five top tips - from picking the right swim gear to practicing outside of lessons! 🌊 🙌

Ready, set, splash -watch the video to get lesson-ready! 👇

01/07/2025

Conquer the pool and get prepped for swimming lessons in no time with our five top tips - from picking the right swim gear to practicing outside of lessons! 🌊 🙌

Ready, set, splash - watch the video to get lesson-ready! 👇

30/06/2025

🎾 Play Tennis at Dorking Sports Centre. Our courts are just a stone’s throw from the centre opposite the Pippbrook council offices.

Gather your family, soak up the sun, and hit the courts ☀️

Book your spot now and let the games begin. https://brnw.ch/21wTMur

26/06/2025

From 30th June to the 5th July, our talented swimmers will embark on a distance challenge in their lessons! 🏊‍♂️💦

Join us in celebrating their incredible achievements!

Grab your medals and certificates at reception for just £5! 🎖️🏅

24/06/2025

Meet Kirsty, one of our swim teachers. 👋

After struggling to grasp how to swim and feel confident in the water , she took the plunge into starting adult swimming lessons, a choice which has changed her life! Now as a swim teacher at Places Leisure, she’s using her journey to help others develop a life-saving skill and enjoy a new hobby. 🏊‍♀️

Ready to start your own journey? Get inspired by Kirsty’s story here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTEa0

24/06/2025

Exciting new Open Weekend addition 📢

Been wanting to try out our swimming lessons? Now is your chance! During our Summer Open Weekend we will be offering free sessions. 🏊

Book now to avoid disappointment ⤵️

https://brnw.ch/21wTDcO

23/06/2025

For Ruth, menopause felt isolating and overwhelming…

That was until she discovered Move through Menopause, our expert-led course designed to help People navigate their menopause journey with more support and confidence. ✅

Through education, movement, and Community, participants like Ruth can feel empowered and build connections with others who truly understand. 🧡

Read more about Ruth’s experience 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTCj1

23/06/2025

Celebrating progress 🏅

Distance Medals Week starts on Monday 30th June! 🥳

The week commencing 30th June, pupils will be assessed on their abilities and will have the opportunity to purchase a medal and certificate. 😁

22/06/2025

💪 Step for a healthier, happier you from 1 July by taking on Diabetes UK’s life-changing One Million Step Challenge and feel a boost in your mood with every step.

👣 Commit to upping your daily step count for three months to help you move more, get fitter and feel better this summer.

A morning stroll or squeezing extra steps in around the house. Stepping on your own or with friends. However you do it, every step counts - for you and for everyone living with diabetes

https://brnw.ch/21wTAjm

21/06/2025

Whilst it is important to stay safe in and around water - water can still be great fun. Here our teachers Rona and Daphne talk about their love of Open Water Swimming and how to safely start.

Thanks again to The SHAC - The Surrey Hills Adventure Company for letting us use your wonderful lake for filming.

21/06/2025

📢 Celebrate Strength, Stillness & Self-Care 🧘‍♀️

Yoga is for every body—whether you're flowing in-centre or breathing deep at home. Join us this National Yoga Day and discover the balance that movement and mindfulness can bring.

In-Centre: Wednesday 7.15pm, Thursday 8pm, Friday and Saturday 11.30am and Sunday 8.45am.

Alternatively download the Better UK app to access Yoga at home, anytime! ⤵️

https://brnw.ch/21wTzrs



Drop a 🧘 if you're joining us to celebrate!

19/06/2025

👋 Say hello to Penny – our 96-year-old swimming superstar! 🧡

Penny’s been making waves at Aldershot Pools & Fitness Centre since she was just eight years old – and hasn’t stopped since, swimming five days a week! Now a local legend, Penny shares how staying active isn’t just good for you, it’s a great way to create Community ties, build friendships, and keep her "brain sharp". ✨

Read her story here: https://brnw.ch/21wTx4f

19/06/2025

We're pleased to support Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK's Drowning Prevention Week every year. Its mission is simple but powerful: to raise a greater awareness and understanding of staying safe in and around water. ✅

Reflecting on our role in water safety, our Managing Director, Belinda Steward, spoke about the importance of learning to swim.

"From teaching lifesaving skills, and raising awareness in schools and our Communities, to introducing children to a world of fun, we're creating a culture of safety that ripples far beyond the four walls of our leisure centres. Together, we change lives, we save lives."

Learn more about Drowning Prevention Week here 👉 https://www.rlss.org.uk/pages/category/drowning-prevention-week-campaign



Credit: RLSS UK

17/06/2025

🌊 Watching your child grow in confidence and skill in the water is an unforgettable experience. Hear from one of our parents, Sarah, about the journey of seeing their child achieve new milestones and thrive in the pool! 🏊‍♀️

💬 "I have seen a real difference in my child since she has started swimming, from going on holiday to having arm bands on and being in the swimming pool with her - I can now let her go in the swimming pool, all on her own, jumping in, without any help from parents!"

Want to help your child develop a skill for life? Discover our top tips to help them conquer the water: https://brnw.ch/21wTtfu

17/06/2025

Struggling with perimenopause or menopause? You're not alone. 🧡

Staying active can be a powerful way to ease symptoms, support your overall wellbeing, and even meet new People. Check out our blog for more on how it can help 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTsdY

14/06/2025

✅ Passionate qualified swim instructors
✅ Safe and supportive environment
✅ Free pool access with children’s lessons

No matter your age or ability, Places Leisure is here to support you to build a skill for life. View availability, check class times, and sign up to swimming lessons online today. https://brnw.ch/21wToyf

10/06/2025

There’s no need for daily, extreme workouts when it comes to boosting your wellbeing, finding a routine that works for you can be just what you need to protect your day-to-day health. 💪✨

Read more about how movement can be medicine in our blog here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wTiGG

10/06/2025

We're proud to be one of the many leisure operators who support Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK's Drowning Prevention Week every year! 🧡

The campaign comes at a time of year where more People will be spending time in or around water, whether they're swimming solo, with friends, or as a family activity.

Understanding water safety and teaching it to our Communities can make all the difference. Swimming is a skill that lasts a lifetime, and when it's done safely it can lead to greater confidence and fun in the water.

Read our top tips for swimming safely this summer here 👉 https://www.placesleisure.org/blogs/top-tips-for-swimming-safely-this-summer/

Drowning Prevention Week is nearly here, and leisure operators are getting involved!
During the week-long campaign (14-21 June), many activities are happening at hundreds of leisure centres across the UK and Ireland. Some planned activities include teaching water safety skills in swimming lessons, free Rookie Lifeguard taster sessions, delivering FREE Save a Series workshops, educational displays at venues and roadshows with schools and much more… To find out more about the operators involved and plans at your local leisure facilities, visit www.rlss.org.uk/leisure-operators-supporting-drowning-prevention-week

03/06/2025

Our young swimmers are making a splash – and stealing the spotlight! 😍

We asked some of our little learners why they love swimming, here’s what they had to say…🌊

📍 Ready for swimming to become your child’s favourite activity? Check out lessons at your nearest pool here: https://brnw.ch/21wT7R7

28/05/2025

Think it’s too late to learn to swim? Think again. 🏊‍♂️

You are not alone, 1 in 3 UK adults can’t swim a full length of a 25m pool. Whether it’s fear, lack of access, or just never getting the chance, you’re not alone.

Our friendly swim teachers are here to help you build water confidence, learn essential skills, and enjoy all the benefits swimming brings - from safety to fitness to fun! 💪💧

📍 It’s never too late to start, find your nearest swim lesson at Places Leisure and learn more about the benefits of swimming: https://brnw.ch/21wSZhA

28/05/2025

One year after the tragic loss of Ronalds Abel in Wellingborough, his family and the local Community have come together to launch drowning prevention courses at Waendel Leisure Centre.

We're proud to see this powerful initiative take shape, with Ronalds' loved ones, the local Community, and our team at the centre working together. Open to both adults and children, the courses focus on building awareness and creating a culture of water safety that extends beyond the classroom and into real-life situations. 🧡

Watch the feature on BBC Look East to learn more about how the courses have helped others in the Community 👇



Credit: BBC Look East

24/05/2025

🏊‍✨ From nervous splashes to confident strokes – every child’s swimming journey is unique, and we’re with them every step of the way. 🌟

📍 Ready to start your child’s swim journey? Find lessons at your local Places Leisure pool. https://brnw.ch/21wSTqU

23/05/2025

We love seeing how our Customers are discovering new ways to stay active and boost their wellbeing at our places. 🧡

One approach is through our Move through Menopause course, which is designed to help our Communities feel stronger, become confident, and keep moving through what can be a challenging time of life. 🌟

Read more from some of the People on the Move through Menopause course here! 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wSRQI