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Here you can keep up to date with our team of highly qualified professionals who create and maintain physical activity opportunities to better the health & wellbeing of your community.

05/02/2026

Double the Dan's, double the fun 🎉

Say hello to our brand‑new Over 50s Fit for Futures Tuesday Group – led by not one, but two fantastic instructors who share the same name! Yes… you read that right.

Danii & Danny are ready to guide you through your Tuesday with energy, enthusiasm and a whole lot of laughs. 😄

💧 Danii’s Session (Team AquaDan!)
• Aquatics for Health, 10am – 10:45am
• Followed by a refreshing Health Walk to Kendal Castle, 11 - 12pm

💪 Danny’s Session (Team LandDan!)
• Exercise Class, 10am – 10:45am
• Followed by Boccia, Kurling or Table Tennis, 11 - 12pm
• And optional Supervised Gym, 12 - 1pm

Choose your Dan… or try both over the weeks! 😉 This is a drop in 3-hour session, so pick as many or few activities as you like.

☕ Refreshments available throughout
💷 £2 members | £5 non-members

Whether you’re splashing with Danii or stretching with Danny, we promise great company, great activities and great fun. Starting Tuesday 10th February at Kendal Leisure Centre

Come join the Dan-tastic Tuesdays! 🙌

03/02/2026

Over 50s: Fit for Futures – Get Moving, Get Social, Feel Great! 🌟

Looking to boost your health, stay active, and enjoy good company? Fit for Futures is launching – and you’re invited!

Starting Tuesday 10th February at Kendal Leisure Centre

Join Danny and Danii for a fun, energising morning of movement designed especially for over 50s. With a relaxed drop‑in format, you can take part in as much or as little as you like – whatever suits you!

What’s On?
10am – 10:45am - Exercise Class or Aquatics for Health
11am – 12pm - Health Walk or Boccia, Curling & Table Tennis
12pm – 1pm - Supervised Gym Session

✅ Suitable for all abilities
✅ Great for improving strength, mobility, and confidence
✅ A brilliant way to meet new people and stay socially connected

Just £2 for members | £5 for non‑members
Refreshments will be available throughout the session!

Book at Reception or via Adult Group Session > Senior Club Session on the Better UK App. Unable to use the app? You can book your space in the session using our website: https://brnw.ch/21wZC6b...

Move more. Meet people. Feel better.

Thanks to everyone for your input and comments – we look forward to welcoming you and getting started together! 😀👋

01/02/2026

Better Health Hubs are back this February across our centres in Westmorland and Furness

Join us as we celebrate Healthy Heart Month ❤️

Drop in for:
💬 A catch‑up on how your New Year’s resolution is going
💪 A fun competition to discover which Better leisure centre in Westmorland & Furness is the strongest
🩺 Free blood pressure checks
🌱 Wellbeing advice & signposting
☕ And of course—a good chat!

📍 Where to find us:
Westmorland Bite: 2nd Feb, 11am - 1pm
Kendal Leisure Centre: 5th Feb, 9:30am – 11:30am
Ulverston Leisure Centre: 5th Feb, 2:30pm (Pool Site)
Penrith Leisure Centre: 5th Feb, all day
Kendal Town Hall: 10th Feb, 10am – 12pm
Appleby Leisure Centre: 11th Feb, 8am – 3pm

Come along, get involved, and let’s kickstart a healthier year together! 💚

31/01/2026

Huge congratulations to Ann! 🎉

We’re delighted to celebrate Ann, who has recently been awarded the GLL People Award 👏

This award recognises colleagues who truly go above and beyond, and Ann is a perfect example of this. Her dedication, positivity, and commitment to supporting both colleagues and our community make a real difference every day.

Thank you, Ann, for everything you do and for living our values so brilliantly. We’re incredibly proud to have you as part of the team 💚

Please join us in congratulating Ann on this well‑deserved achievement! 🌟

29/01/2026

Over 50s: Fit for Futures – Get Moving, Get Social, Feel Great! 🌟

Looking to boost your health, stay active, and enjoy good company? Fit for Futures is launching – and you’re invited!

Starting Tuesday 10th February at Kendal Leisure Centre

Join Danny and Danii for a fun, energising morning of movement designed especially for over 50s. With a relaxed drop‑in format, you can take part in as much or as little as you like – whatever suits you!

What’s On?
10am – 10:45am - Exercise Class or Aquatics for Health
11am – 12pm - Health Walk or Boccia, Curling & Table Tennis
12pm – 1pm - Supervised Gym Session

✅ Suitable for all abilities
✅ Great for improving strength, mobility, and confidence
✅ A brilliant way to meet new people and stay socially connected

Just £2 for members | £5 for non‑members
Refreshments will be available throughout the session!

Book at Reception or via Adult Group Session > Senior Club Session on the Better UK App. Unable to use the app? You can book your space in the session using our website: https://brnw.ch/21wZvdg...

Move more. Meet people. Feel better.

Thanks to everyone for your input and comments – we look forward to welcoming you and getting started together! 😀👋

28/01/2026

Applications for the GLL Sport Foundation are now open!

The GSF welcomes applications for the 2026 awards where talented athletes both under and over 18 can apply. Support may include financial help and access to high quality leisure facilities.

For more information about the Sport Foundation and to apply, please visit our website: https://brnw.ch/21wZsxd

26/01/2026

Small moves. Big benefits. 💪🪑

Seated exercise proves that you don’t need to stand up to stay active! 🙌

Perfect for beginners, older adults, or anyone with limited mobility, seated exercises help you:

- Improve strength and mobility
- Boost circulation and energy
- Support balance and coordination
- Stay active safely and confidently
- Move at your own pace - no pressure, no impact

Whether it’s gentle stretches, strength work, or fun music‑based movement, seated exercise keeps bodies moving and spirits high.

Remember: every movement counts - even from a chair!

Join us and experience how accessible, inclusive exercise can be for everyone.

Penrith Leisure Centre: Fridays 1.30pm-2pm as part of Chatter Matters

Kendal Leisure Centre:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1.30pm-2.30pm
Wednesdays 12-12:45pm
Fridays 11.30am-12.15pm (as part of Chatter Matters).

24/01/2026

Congratulations, Karen! 🎉

We’re thrilled to celebrate your achievement in successfully completing the Motivational Interviewing course! This valuable skill will be a fantastic asset in your role, helping you further support individuals on their health and wellbeing journeys with empathy and effectiveness.

Your dedication to professional growth truly makes a difference - well done! 👏💪

Better Health Westmorland & Furness

22/01/2026

Struggling to stay motivated this winter? You’re not alone. ❄️

Short days, cold weather, dark nights and busy schedules can make it harder to keep moving and look after ourselves – but small changes can make a big difference.

✅ Set realistic goals
✅ Focus on what you can do, not what you can’t
✅ Try something new to keep things interesting
✅ Keep active in ways that feel good – indoors or outdoors
✅ Lean on friends, family or a routine for support

Winter is a great time to be kind to yourself, build healthy habits gently and remember that every little bit counts. Moving more, staying connected and keeping a positive mindset can really boost both physical and mental wellbeing.

If you’re finding motivation tricky right now, start small – and celebrate every win. 🌟

How do you stay motivated during the winter months? Let us know in the comments👇

Better Health Westmorland & Furness

20/01/2026

Lesley’s Escape Pain story

Lesley joined our very first 6‑week Escape Pain programme for hip and knee pain while dealing with ongoing hip pain and sciatica. At the start, even walking one full circuit of her village felt like a real challenge - but Lesley showed incredible determination and kept going.

During one of our group discussions about pain management and medication, Lesley realised that her current medication might not be the best fit for her. After speaking with her GP and having her prescription adjusted, everything changed - and she hasn’t looked back since.

Week by week, Lesley’s confidence and ability grew. She progressed so well that she was jogging during the shuttle walk, feeling largely pain‑free, and able to complete more than one full village circuit at a time - something she couldn’t imagine doing when she started.

More recently, Lesley underwent a hip operation. Just three weeks later, she’s back home exercising again - starting with chair‑based arm exercises and now progressing to physio‑approved leg exercises. She’s currently walking with just one crutch and is already practising walking without any support at all.

This is what Escape Pain is all about: education, confidence, movement, and empowering people to take control of their pain and their lives.👋

Well done, Lesley - your progress is truly inspiring!

Get in touch to find out more about the Escape Pain programmes running in your local area.

📧 Penrith Leisure Centre: betterhealth.eden@gll.org
📧 Ulverston Leisure Centre: betterhealthulverston@gll.org
📧 Kendal Leisure Centre: betterhealthkendal@gll.org

Better Health Westmorland & Furness

18/01/2026

We’re hiring (again)!

Due to demand across our services, we’re looking for a passionate Multi-Skilled Recreation Assistant to join the Better Health Westmorland & Furness team at Penrith Leisure Centre! 🙌

If you thrive in a busy, community-focused environment, enjoy supporting great activities like Bowls, Boccia and Pickleball, and love delivering excellent customer service, we want to hear from you!

This varied role gives you the chance to be hands-on with customers, plan and deliver sessions, and support local clubs and partners.

📍Penrith Leisure Centre
🕑 Permanent Part Time
💼 Great benefits & development opportunities with Better/GLL

Apply now - we’re recruiting again because our services are busier than ever!

https://brnw.ch/21wZb82

16/01/2026

Looking to meet new people or do something a little different this year?

If you’ve recently moved to the area or just want to feel more connected, Chatter Matters could be just the thing. 💬☕

Join us each week at your local Better Centre for friendly social groups with optional exercise, refreshments and light lunch included. Relax, chat, and enjoy good company over a cuppa. 👌

No need to book – just drop in.
£2 per person on arrival at reception.

Penrith Leisure Centre: Mondays, 11am-1pm & Fridays 1.30pm-3.30pm. Optional exercise class Fridays 1.30pm-2pm.

Ulverston Leisure Centre: Mondays, 11am-1pm. Optional exercise classes 10.30am-11.15am & 11.30am-12.15pm.

Appleby Leisure Centre: Fridays, 11am - 1pm. Optional water workout 11-11.45am

Kendal Leisure Centre: Fridays, 12pm-2pm. Optional exercise class 11.30am-12.15pm.

See you there! 👋

Address

Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road
Kendal
LA97HX

Telephone

+447927511375

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