Meadowside Leisure Centre - Winchester

30/09/2025

Swim England Senior Technical Aquatics Manager, Alex Barrett, emphasises the importance of children starting swimming lessons as soon as possible 🏊🙌

🗣️ “Swimming teachers see it every day, children leave the pool happier, more focused and ready to take on challenges.

“What is striking in this research is how consistently parents connect swimming with improvements in their child’s wellbeing, from confidence and resilience to concentration and learning.

“Swimming lessons play a vital role not just in keeping children safe, but in supporting their development and their success at school.

“That is why Swim England believes every child should have the opportunity to start lessons from the earliest age.”

Find local swimming lessons here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wWe3g

28/09/2025

One week to go! 🎉

We’re just one week away from Age UK's Silver Sunday and the official launch of our Age is Just a Number campaign!

Together, we’re celebrating active ageing and showcasing a range of activities for everyone, at every stage of life 💪✨

To find out which activities are happening in your area, head to:

➡️ www.everyoneactive.com/AIJAN

28/09/2025

Make this September all about YOU! ✨💪

Join today for just £1 joining fee and:

🏋️ Get back into fitness
😊 Feel your best
📅 Rediscover the routine you’ve missed

Don’t wait - your health, your goals, your September starts here 🙌

27/09/2025

Did you know 8 out of 10 parents say their child’s concentration and attention span improved after swimming lessons? 🧠✨

Swimming helps kids stay focused, think clearly and stay engaged both in and out of the pool.

Discover the full story ⤵️

https://brnw.ch/21wW8XR

26/09/2025

Thousands flocked to Basildon Sporting Village to celebrate the long-awaited reopening of our main swimming pool – and what a celebration it was! 🌊🎉

The £1 million upgrade included:
✨ A brand-new moveable floor system
✨ A replacement dividing boom
✨ A complete overhaul of the changing rooms

💬 “The pool has always been such an important part of the community and it was brilliant to see so many people back enjoying the water and the facilities,” said Shaun Beagle, Everyone Active’s Contract Manager at Basildon Sporting Village.

With Basildon Council’s Summer of Sport taking place outside, the day had a true festival feel both inside and out – showing just how much this venue means to the community ❤️

Thank you to everyone who joined us – here’s to many more memories being made in the pool once again! 🏊‍♂️

26/09/2025

"If you get them nice and early, it's important for their confidence, for their development, for their cognitive development. They can carry it through. It can save your life. It keeps you fit and it's fun! " 💙

Swimming is more than a skill, it’s a foundation for health, safety and lifelong enjoyment.

Find local swimming lessons here 👇https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/

25/09/2025

🚨 Attention all aspiring ninjas, fence-climbers, and Saturday night pitch invaders 🚨

We know our Astro turf pitches look very inviting under the lights, but believe it or not, climbing the fences and hopping over isn’t actually part of your membership package. Shocking, we know.😱

For safety (and obvious common sense) reasons, the days of scaling the fence like it’s the final of Ninja Warrior are officially over. The only way onto the pitch now is through the actual gates—crazy concept, right?🤯

So, if you’re planning on making your Saturday evening a little more “thrilling” by testing your climbing skills, don’t. Save the heroics for a workout, and leave the fence exactly where it is—unclimbed.🚫

Thanks for helping us keep the place safe, professional, and free of impromptu climbing competitions.🧗

⚽ The team at Meadowside

25/09/2025

"She's so much more confident, it's good for her energy levels, socialising, it's good for her mental health. She's disabled so it does so much more than just swimming... but she loves it!" ❤️

Swimming isn't just a skill, it can unlock confidence, connection and joy in ways that go far beyond the pool. 👏

Find local swimming lessons here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wW595

24/09/2025

National Fitness Day is all about YOU! Ready to try something new? 💪

Discover what's on at your local Everyone Active centre today.

➡️ https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/

23/09/2025

Swimming is just the beginning. 💧

Swimming lessons are doing far more than teaching children a life-saving skill, they are giving children the confidence, focus and resilience they need to manage the challenges of school life and beyond.

Find local swimming lessons here 👇https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/

23/09/2025

🚨 92% of parents say their child’s health and fitness improved after starting swimming lessons, mainly noticing increased self-esteem and confidence🚨

New research from Swim England highlights the powerful benefits of swimming for children’s mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.

Many parents believe that their child can gain several benefits from participating in swimming lessons 💬

Discover the full story ⤵️
https://brnw.ch/21wW0Un

22/09/2025

Why is good sleep so important? 😴

✨ Boosts your immune system
💪 Supports recovery and performance
🧠 Improves memory and focus
😊 Enhances mood and wellbeing

Want to improve your sleep? Discover simple tips to help you rest better and feel your best.

👉 Read the full article here: https://brnw.ch/21wVZfJ

Discover why good sleep is so important and how you begin to achieve it with our amazing YOU+ techniques that will transform your life.

22/09/2025

🏅 World Para Swimming Championships Singapore 2025 🏅

Congratulations to our incredible Sporting Champions who won medals on the opening day of the championships this weekend 🏊

Making waves on the world stage were…
🥇 Poppy Maskill, who won Gold in the Women’s 200m Freestyle S14
🥇 William Ellard, who claimed Gold in the Men’s 200m Freestyle S14 AND set a new world record in the Men’s S14 200m Freestyle! 🌍💥
🥈 Brock Whiston, who won Silver in the Women’s 400m Freestyle S8

Congratulations to all three athletes – your determination and dedication to your sport inspires us all! ✨

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22/09/2025

21/09/2025

We want to adopt your club! 🫵

Adopt a club is Everyone Active's new scheme to open up our leisure centres and gyms to more people who use us on a weekly basis! 🗓️

2 weeks FREE gym and class access for all adults and 2 weeks FREE gym access to 11-15 year olds! 🏋️‍♀️

Drop your club name in the comments below and wait to here back from us! 📲

19/09/2025

🏆 Introducing one of our Community Champions, Y.E.S Project! 🏆

Powered by DanceHub CIC, The Y.E.S Project (Youth Empowered Space) provides free Dance and Movement sessions for inactive and disadvantaged young people (7-17 years) across Sussex ✨

Based at K2 Crawley, The Y.E.S Project uses Dance and Movement to help disadvantaged young people overcome challenges, get active, and reach their potential!

Y.E.S clubs involve weekly Dance and Movement sessions, led by professional coaches, assisted by trainee teachers (former Y.E.S participants) 🤸

So far, they have supported 1000+ young people across 38 clubs in Brighton, Crawley, and Hastings!

Jade, Teacher and Crawley Lead, said: DanceHub are proud to be part of the Everyone Active Community Champions Scheme.

“We applied to create new opportunities for young people by utilising one of Crawley’s most iconic community spaces. Through this partnership, we’re expanding access to Dance, Movement, and leadership programmes that empower the next generation.

“We hope our role as a Community Champion not only inspires pride and achievement among the young people involved but also gives them the recognition they deserve within their local community!”

Together with the Everyone Active Champions scheme, we can’t wait to see The Y.E.S Project inspire and support even more young people ⭐

18/09/2025

Give us a call today on 01489577464 or visit our website for more information!!ℹ️

18/09/2025

💃✨ 100 years young and still lighting up the dance floor! ✨💃

The Phoenix Centre is proud to celebrate one of our most inspiring members, Mrs Violet “Vi” Conroy, who has just turned 100 years old – and is still taking part in our weekly Tea Dance sessions.

Vi has been dancing since she was 16, and credits staying active for her health and happiness.

She says: “When I’m on the dance floor, I don’t feel a day over 30. At 100 years old, I still find such joy in ballroom dancing at The Phoenix Centre. Every step takes me back to a time when music filled the air and life moved with grace. It keeps my spirit young.”

Her milestone birthday was marked with a very special Tea Dance, complete with balloons, cake, and of course plenty of dancing 🎂🎶

Vi is living proof that age is just a number, and that keeping active, connected, and doing what you love can keep your spirit shining.

She truly is our Dancing Queen! 👑💃

18/09/2025

We want to adopt your club! 🫵

Comment below your clubs name and wait to hear from us!! 📲

17/09/2025

𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 – but our daily habits can make it harder 😴

Scrolling late at night? That blue light is fooling your brain into thinking it’s still daytime.

Depending on coffee to wake up? You could be blocking your body’s own natural boost.

✨ Try this instead: swap screens for a before bed and let sunlight – not caffeine – energise your mornings.

Small tweaks can lead to BIG improvements in how you feel!

Will YOU give it a go? 🤔

16/09/2025

Our lovely in house PT❤️

16/09/2025

Listen to my sales guy talk to you about our You+ memberships. You best be nice!😤 Leave some nice comments below!⬇️

15/09/2025

🌟 Meet Our Colleague Champions! 🌟

At Everyone Active, our people are at the heart of everything we do which is why we're thrilled to introduce our Colleague Champions - a group of team members who go always go above and beyond to ensure our centres are welcoming, supportive and inspiring ✨

These 100 Champions embody our values every single day, helping us continue to improve the way we work together and serve our communities.

Here’s to celebrating our amazing team - and to making your Everyone Active experience the very best it can be! 🙌

15/09/2025

Personal training launch day on none other than National fitness day!!🏋️‍♀️

Join us on the 24th of September for our free taster session for personal training!!!

We have a few slots still available some in the morning between 09:30 and 11:00am and some more in the evening between 07:00 and 09:00pm🥊

You can book a free 30 min slot on our Everyone active app or come and see a member of staff in reception! 👋

14/09/2025

And we have a winner…🥁🥁🥁🥁Rebecca Nichols has won the Football pitch booking👏 Congratulations, please DM us to claim your prize!!⚽️

14/09/2025

And we have a winner…🥁🥁🥁🥁Ellie Miles has won the Football party!! 🎉 Congratulations, please DM us to claim your prize!!⚽️

14/09/2025

Sleeping and waking up should be the most natural thing in the world - but our daily habits can make it a whole lot harder. 😴

Scrolling late at night, before you go to bed? 🛌 The blue light in your phone is fooling your brain, thinking that it is still daytime! 📲🧠☀️

Heavily dependant on coffee waking you up? ⬆️ You could be blocking your body own natural boost. ☕️

Here are some tips you can try instead:

📱Swap screens before bed and let sunlight, not caffeine - energise your mornings.🫖🌅

13/09/2025

Want a challenge for the month of October?🩷🚶‍♀️

A couple of colleagues from site are taking part in 100 miles in October to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Now. 🩷

We will updating our page with their progress through the month so keep those eyes peeled👀.

Here if the link if you wanted to get yourself involved:

https://breastcancernow.org/get-involved/challenge-events/virtual-events/walk-100-miles-in-october

Our donations page is also linked below:⬇️

https://www.justgiving.com/page/everyoneactive-breastcancernow

11/09/2025

Did you know you can now shop Gym King at your local Everyone Active Centre? 💪✨

With lifestyle and performance attire for men and women, we’ve got the looks to keep you feeling fresh in and out of the gym!

Check out the retail area on your next visit! 👀

*Available in selected centres only.

08/09/2025

NEW ZOGGS SWIMWEAR IS HERE! 👙✨

Discover bold prints & stylish designs – all made with innovative, sustainable fabrics.

Find the full range at your local Everyone Active leisure centre today! 🏊

05/09/2025

🏔️ Today, colleagues from Everyone Active - Sevenoaks and Barking & Dagenham are joining more than 800 public sector participants in the Public Sector Challenge: Peak Pursuit - a sponsored walk through the stunning Peak District National Park.

We’re proud to be a sponsor of this year’s event which will raise funds for Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and British Heart Foundation.

From Mam Tor and Back Tor, across the Great Ridge to Lose Hill, Bamford Edge and Win Hill, our team will be exploring some of the most iconic and scenic routes the Peaks have to offer, alongside hundreds of others from across the public sector.

We’re also proud to have our Everyone Active Ambassador, Colin Jackson CBE at the finish line to congratulate participants and celebrate their achievements. 🎉

👏 A huge well done to all those taking part - we’re behind you every step of the way!

02/09/2025

✨ A game-changer for Stevenage! ✨

Our upgraded AlterG anti-gravity treadmill is already transforming lives – helping residents improve mobility, reduce pain and rebuild confidence. From stroke recovery to long-term conditions, it’s giving people the freedom to move again without fear 💙

Thanks to a £43,000 joint investment with Stevenage Community Trust, we’ve been able to upgrade this life-changing technology and support even more people through our Exercise Referral scheme.

One member summed it up perfectly: “The AlterG was the game changer… it’s given my lower body a freedom it hasn’t felt for nearly 30 years.”

👉 Find out more about our Exercise Referral scheme at Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre

01/09/2025

👾 Our Active Monsters popped in to check out an Active Antz session – and they LOVED it!

Active Antz is the perfect way for little ones to:
✨ Burn off energy in a safe and fun environment
✨ Build confidence through play and movement
✨ Develop balance, coordination & social skills
✨ Make new friends (while parents get a well-earned breather!)

Bring your child along and let them join in the fun – you might even spot one of our monsters joining the adventure too! 🏃‍♀️

30/08/2025

🤔🌲 Have you ever tried a High Ropes activity?

Here’s the Stepping Stones at Vivary Golf & Adventure Centre - and as you’ll see, there’s more than one way to cross it! 👀

From the nervous walk, to the speedy dash… everyone’s got their own style 😂

Which one would you be? Let us know in the comments!

29/08/2025

Things that just make sense… as a lifeguard 🛟

Being the perfect model for dry robes to translating what's being said on the radio!

Shoutout to our amazing teams who keep everyone safe while sharing those little quirks only lifeguards truly get 👏

28/08/2025

Did you know? Our retail areas have everything you need to make the most of your visit!

From hydration bottles to keep you fuelled, to kids’ goggles for swim time, plus wireless earphones and workout wear to take your training up a notch — we’ve got you covered 💪✨

📍 Check out the retail area on your next visit to your local Everyone Active centre and grab those essentials that keep you moving!

25/08/2025

💪 Chest & Triceps Workout 💪

This session is packed with chest + tricep moves to help you build strength, power and definition. 🔥

Why this workout works:
✅ Stronger chest = improved posture & performance
✅ Tricep focus = serious arm strength & shape
✅ A balanced push day routine for all levels

Whether you’re new to the gym or a seasoned lifter, this workout is designed to help you take your training to the next level. 🚀

📌 Save this for your next gym session