Gym, classes and fitness
We're dedicated to helping our members stay active in whatever way suits them. That's why we've developed a comprehensive plan to ensure we can provide you with the support you need.
We offer a range of memberships to suit you, depending on your needs, from Swim Only deals to our all-encompassing Premium Plus membership.
Alternatively, we also welcome day visitors - find out how to create your free Places membership and claim your day pass.
Pay as you go
We also welcome day visitors to our gym and fitness facilities, with day passes available. To purchase your day pass, you will first need to create a free Places membership. You can then book onto the sessions as you wish.
Current prices
- Adults: £9.50
- Juniors: £4.20
Other discounts may apply. Please contact us directly for more information on 01189 762288.
Gym support
We offer a free one-to-one support session for our members* to help familiarise you with the gym, to get to know your goals and build a personalised workout plan. We’ll ensure you leave the session feeling confident and ready to start your programme. The session lasts for an hour and can be booked online.
You are also welcome to book one free 15-minute programme review a month, just speak to a member of our team.
Our gyms are not always manned, but rest assured support is never far away. Our equipment is labelled with QR codes, which when scanned, provide you with a video tutorial.
For all your digital fitness tracking and programming support, visit the 'digital fitness' section of our Places Leisure app.
*One-to-one support sessions are free of charge to Premium Plus memberships, Premium memberships and Gym Only memberships. For Places Members, One-to-one Introductions are included in the casual entrance fee rate.
Gym etiquette
We want everyone's time in our gym to be as comfortable as possible, so we ask all visitors to remember the below when using the facilities.
- Please help us keep the gym clean by wiping down equipment after use
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the activity you're doing
- Lifting barefoot or in socks is permitted on lifting platforms only. Read our full footwear policy here.
- Make use of our lockers for bags
- Our gym's aren't always manned, so if you require assistance or support when there are no team members on the gym floor, please visit our friendly reception team
- In case of emergency, push the assistance alarm
- During busy times, please be mindful of the length of time you spend on each piece of equipment to allow other gym users to complete their workout
Junior Gym etiquette
- A gym induction must be completed before using the gym
- 1 adult (18 years+) can attend with up to four Junior members and is responsible for the Junior member's conduct
- You must follow all exercise programme advice given by our Fitness team
By following the guidance above, we hope all visitors can enjoy their visits to the gym.
*One-to-one support sessions are free of charge to Premium Plus memberships, Premium memberships and Gym Only memberships. For Places Members, one-to-one Introductions are priced at the casual entrance fee rate.
Take a virtual tour
Want to take a look at our gym and the rest of the centre before your visit? Our virtual tour allows you to explore everything we have to offer.
Group workout classes
We host a range of classes, across all intensities so whatever you’re in the mood for, come along and dance, lift, run & relax with us.
Classes at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre
We operate a range of fitness classes at our centre. Take a look at some of the types of activities we've got for you:
Studio classes
Offering a range of intensities from gentle and relaxing to a more intensive workout, you’ll be able to find a class that suits you.
Les Mills classes
Les Mills classes are enjoyed all over the world and include Body Pump, Body Combat, Body Balance, Body Attack and Sh’bam.
Take a look at our class timetable to find the one for you. Prices are available to view on our timetable.
Personal training
Are you doing the same workout each time you come to gym? Are you lacking motivation? Are you not achieving your goals?
If you relate to any of the above, personal training is for you! The clue is the title – Personal training is all about you! With a range of packages & prices available, what are you waiting for?
Ask a member of the team at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre for more details or call us on 01189 762288.
Meet your PTs
We've got a great team of personal trainers at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre. Meet the team...
Emma
I'm Emma and I'm a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor working across the Wokingham sites, including Ryeish Green, Arborfield Green, Bulmershe and Loddon Valley Leisure Centre.
I'm passionate about helping others find happiness in life and feel good about themselves. I believe that when you feel good, you excel in life.
Jessica
I'm a fully qualified level 3 personal trainer with 10 years experience in the industry. I specialise in HIIT training and children's fitness.
I enjoy working with all fitness levels and love helping people achieve their goals. My main hobby other than keeping fit and leading a healthy lifestyle is football! I'm a huge Reading FC fan.
Bianca
I am a firm believer that anyone can achieve anything if they set their mind to it. I am a group exercise instructor, alongside being PT and a prep coach for fitness / bodybuilding competitions. I have a passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals.
I specialize in weight loss and muscle gain. Remember consistency is key. I am here to support you through the process of achieving a healthier and happier you!
Magda
My work is my true passion. Supporting my clients, helping them accomplish their personal fitness goals and see their progress gives me great satisfaction! Start your fitness journey with me today.
Are you a personal trainer looking for a space to rent? We invite self-employed trainers to contact us to arrange a visit, just drop us an email.
Accessibility in the gym
Accessibility is important to us at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre. As such we offer a range of equipment for wheelchair users, or people with limited mobility that has adjustable settings and can be used safely with appropriate support.
Accessibility information at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre
Our friendly gym team are here to help. If you are interested in using the gym please do not hesitate to Contact Us. We’ll book you in for an appointment with a member of the team who can show you around the gym and work out a programme that meets your needs.
Our gym offers a range of cardio and resistance machines which can be adapted for wheelchair users to train efficiently.
We also have a free weights area and functional equipment including resistance bands that can be incorporated to provide a more varied workout.
Wheelchair adaptable equipment
We're proud to provide a range of Technogym equipment that can be adapted for wheelchair users, including:
- Chest press
- Low row
- Cable machine
- Shoulder press
Other equipment
In addition to the above, our gym is home to a number of other machines that can be used by people who are able to transfer into a chair, or those with less severe mobility issues:
- Arm bike
- Cable machines
- Seated leg press
- Recumbent bike
- Seated row
- Adjustable bench
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to a member of our team.
Contact Us
Exercise Referral
Exercise Referral is a formalised method of enabling those with certain medical conditions, and health risks, to access exercise in a safe and effective manner. Having been referred by a registered health professional you have the reassurance of knowing that physical activity is considered to be appropriate for you.
Proudly supporting the We Are Undefeatable movement
Exercise Referral
About the programme
Engaging in regular physical activity can positively impact your health in a variety of ways, whether that's weight management, mental wellbeing, heart health or muscle and joint mobility.
Being active not only helps manage existing health conditions but can also help to prevent future health conditions.
Exercise Referral at Places Leisure offers an ideal opportunity for People with long-term health conditions to increase their physical activity and enhance their overall health and wellbeing in a personalised way.
Who is eligible?
Individuals with a range of long-term health conditions, such as asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, and osteoporosis are welcome to join the programme.
How do I sign up?
If you have a long-term health condition, including those mentioned above, simply consult your GP, nurse, physio, social prescriber or other healthcare practitioner.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, they can refer you to your preferred Places Leisure centre.
What is included?
Our programme offers expert, personalised support tailored to you to increase your physical activity and enhance your long-term health and wellbeing.
Your journey will include:
- Initial health assessment from a qualified instructor
- Support on exercise goals and techniques
- Personalised guidance and encouragement
- Drop-in supervised support sessions
- Ongoing support & advice
- Access to the gym, swimming pool, and group workout classes
We empower our Customers to build sustainable, long-term habits that go beyond a 12-week programme to ensure you build healthier habits for life. That's why you'll receive a discounted membership during and after your programme so you can continue your journey with us.
Meet Fasal
"I was diagnosed with MS 13 years ago. At that time, I spent my leisure time running, cycling, enjoying martial arts and occasional trekking.
Over the years, I became increasingly disabled and, bit by bit, had to give up all my physical pursuits until I was in a wheelchair. The enforced sedentary lifestyle left me feeling depressed and, while not quite suicidal, I felt I had nothing left to look forward to. At 52, life was as good as over.
After being made redundant last June, I decided to try getting back in the gym but my first attempt resulted in disappointment. Between my wheelchair and limited arm function, I simply couldn't use any of the equipment.
The turnaround came when Dave showed me how to navigate the equipment despite my disability. I'll never forget the first time I felt my heart beating a little faster, breath quickening a little and the long-forgotten feeling of muscles straining against weight resistance.
I now hit the gym three times a week. My muscle tone has improved significantly and I now have the strength to propel my wheelchair uphill somewhat. My T Shirts now fit noticeably snugger :)
I have no idea if working out will slow my disease progression but I do know that I feel a lot, lot better about myself. About life"
Big Sister project
Big Sister helps girls aged 9-15 in target areas feel ‘sport ready’ by recruiting a network of ‘big sisters’ to empower and enable girls to enjoy sport, exercise, and physical activity during puberty.
As part of our commitment to helping girls get into activity we are offering a free membership to girls who meet the eligibility criteria*, or a 50% discounted membership for all other girls, which includes:
- After initial gym induction, unlimited access to the gym at any time when accompanied by an adult aged 18+
- Unlimited swimming
- Age appropriate group workout classes for 11-15 year olds including exclusive We Move Studio every Thursday 3.45pm - 4.30pm
- Friendly on-site team, to support you through your activity
- Free access to Places Leisure App and Virtual Studio which includes a Big Sister channel
To sign up, please visit the centre where a member of the team will be happy to help.
*Proof of eligibility required. Click below for full details.
Meet our Big Sister ambassador
Maya Sanghani
Meet our We Move instructor
Emma
We Move Studio instructor on Thursday from 3.45pm - 4.30pm at Arborfield Green Leisure Centre
Why did you become a Big Sister instructor?
I was a shy teenager myself and lacked in confidence and would have benefited from a program like Big Sister when I was younger. I think the program is a great way to try out different activities that you may not have the confidence in trying if you were like myself. 11-15 years can be a challenging time with our body's changing and developing and being in a safe and controlled environment with an instructor is the perfect scenario.
What can girls expect from a We Move Class?
A safe environment for the girls to try out different activities without interruptions that may be intimidating for them (i.e. Boys!). A variety of different weekly activities including: Circuits, Badminton/Basketball challenges, Spinning, Yoga poses, Abdominal, Dance & Stretch. But most importantly to have fun!
Junior fitness
We believe a physically active child is much more likely to become a physically active adult. We run the following supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend:
- Monday - Friday 3.15pm - 4.15pm & 4.15pm - 5.15pm
- Saturday and Sunday 12:15pm - 1.15pm & 1.15pm - 2.15pm
All junior gym users must complete a group introduction before using the gym independently. These sessions last 30 minutes and can be booked with a member of our team when joining.
An induction will need to be completed at each centre to be used
Once a junior member has completed their introduction and received programme advice they can attend outside the above supervised sessions with a parent/guardian or appropriate adult (18+) on a ratio of a maximum four juniors per adult.