Sports
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Sports at Dover District Leisure Centre
From booking a court with friends or learning a sport for the first time our centre has something that’s right for you. We work hard with the National Governing Bodies of a number of sports to fill our facilities with ideas that are fun and engaging.
Most of our sports are available to book online.
To do this you'll either need to be a member, or sign up for a free Places Membership.
Badminton
Badminton is an easy sport to learn and can be a very social game. The speed of the shuttlecock also makes this one of the quickest of the racket sports. It can be played at any pace making it enjoyable for all ages.
Badminton at Dover District Leisure Centre
Court hire
Our courts are available to be booked out for use seven days a week.
Please ask at reception if you would like the sports hall lights turned to Badminton mode.
No Strings Badminton
120 minutes of 'you time' on a badminton court – time to socialise, to de-stress, to keep fit, to compete against others, to challenge yourself.
- Every Tuesday & Thursday 10.00am - 12.00pm
All levels of badminton experience welcome - no matter what your skills are with the racket!
Available for 16 years +.
Sessions are bookable via the 'Sports' tab on our timetable.
Squash & Racketball
We have two squash and racketball courts available to book, with slots available every day of the week.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a new exciting sport which combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It is a fun and competitive way to exercise, suitable for all levels of ability.
No Strings Pickleball sessions run between 1.00pm and 3.00pm on Tuesday
Please call us on 01304 201145 to book your space.
Football
You can play in any weather on our 3G pitch so your game will never get rained off. The synthetic grass has shock absorbent rubber crumb, resulting in a safe and reliable surface with great grip.
You can only wear plastic moulded boots or artificial grass boots. Metal stud or blade boots will damage the pitch.
To book, please contact us via reception on 01304 201145.
New Age Kurling
Enjoy this adapted version of the Winter Olympic sport of Ice Curling, only without the ice and all of that frantic sweeping! This session is aimed at anyone 55+ or anyone living with a long-term health condition. Make new friends and gain support from others.
- Open to play at any time, depending on court availability
Contact us or visit the centre for more details
Boccia
Played in the Paralympic games, Boccia is a pan-disability club suitable for all ages and abilities.
- Thursday (term time) 10.00am - 11.30am
Contact us or visit the centre for more details
Other sports
We offer a wide range of other sports and activities at our centre, with courts and pitches available to hire by both members and non-members.
Other sports available at Dover District Leisure Centre
Our sports hall is available to hire for a variety of sports including:
- Table Tennis - £14.50 per hour
- Basketball Whole court - £58 per hour
- Basketball Half court 1 hoop - £29 per hour
- Volleyball - £43.50 per hour
- Netball whole hall - £58 per hour
- Netball Half hall - £29 per hour
- Badminton - £14.50 per hour
Walking Netball
We also run Walking Netball sessions every Thursday between September and May, 1.00pm - 2.00pm.
Walking Netball is a friendly and inclusive session, that allows players the opportunity to find their place in the sport. Recovering from an injury or just wanting to stay active, this programme is suitable for many.
£5 per person.
How to book
To make a booking, please contact us on 01304 201145.
Our sports clubs
There are a number of sports clubs at Dover District Leisure Centre that are always on the lookout for new members.
Clubs at Dover District Leisure Centre
Dover Junior Squash Club
There is also a junior division of the Club which is amazing for young people. All abilities welcome.
Sessions
- Wednesday 4:00pm-5:00pm 11 to 18 years old
- Saturday 3:00pm-4:00pm 6 to 10 years old
- Saturday 4:00pm-5:00pm 11 to 18 years old
Dover Lifeguard Club
Dover Lifeguard Club run training sessions almost daily at our Centre. The club have a strong competitive team of swimmers, ranging from under 10s, to 16 years old and above.
Learn to swim programme offered for children who have passed their Stages 1-7 and wish to continue to participate in the Swim England Learn to Swim Awards Scheme, Stages 8-10 including Distance Awards. The Club also offers Lifesaving sessions in association with Royal Lifesaving Society (RLSS), training for 11yrs plus.
Masters session for Senior/Adult swimmers which meets a range of fitness or competitive goals. There is also a Junior Masters session for 13yrs-18yrs.
Little Kickers
Little Kickers are the world's biggest and most successful Pre-School Football Academy for young children. We cater for 4 different age groups:
- Little Kicks - 18 months to 2 1/2 years
- Junior Kicks - 2 1/2 years to 3 1/2 years
- Mighty Kickers - 3 1/2 years to 5 years
- Mega Kickers - 5 years to 7 years
Aire Trampoline Club
A non-profit community organisation passionate about providing each gymnast the opportunity to participate in a supportive, safe and rewarding environment that emphasises fun, enjoyment and skill learning at a level that fits their interest and ability.
Sessions
- Monday 4.00pm - 5.00pm: 5-7 years old
- Monday 5.00pm - 6.00pm: 7-9 years old
- Monday 6.00pm - 7.15pm: 10+ years old
- Monday 7.15pm - 8.30pm: 12+ years old
Naturist Swimming Club
Did you know that Dover has its own naturist swimming club?
Meeting at Dover Leisure Centre every Sunday (October - March), 8.30pm - 9.30pm.
Costing £6 a session with a £5 annual club membership.
For more information, please drop us an email using the link below.
Dover Squash Club
Dover Squash & Racketball Club is a friendly club who welcome all levels of players, new members are always welcome!
To celebrate the return of our Squash Club, we are offering free membership until the end of the year. Please contact Gloria on gloriaalana@outlook.com or 07979553280
Deal Tri Club
The club actively promotes training and racing in swimming, cycling, running, triathlons, and duathlon.
Deal tri run two training sessions per week in our main pool.
- Tuesday 7pm-8pm
- Saturday 6pm-7pm
New members are welcome to one trial session and if they enjoy the session, they can join up a members.
IKK Karate East Kent
The club is perfect for children, teenagers and adults. You will find our club friendly and you will receive a warm welcome. Karate can help you become fit and active but it is also great fun and you will learn some very useful self defence. Come along and give it a try.
Wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in, no shoes required, we do our karate bare foot.
Under 18's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on their first visit.
Sessions
- Tuesday 6:00pm-7:00pm 5 to 11 years old
- Tuesday 7:00pm-8:30pm 12 years+
- Thursday 6:00pm-7:00pm 5 to 11 years old
- Thursday 7:00pm-8:30pm 12 years+
Scorpions Badminton Club
You can meet and play with like-minded people, work on your skills and get involved with competitions. We compete in the South Foreland and are members of Badminton England.
- Thursdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm
For more information, please contact Julian on 07966 925058.
Micky T's Wellbeing & Fitness
Micky T's Wellbeing & Fitness is a relaxed and friendly community based mental health awareness and fitness club for children.
The club offers accessible fitness activities for children from a range of different backgrounds and varying abilities and is delivered by head instructor Micky, who is a qualified mental health first aid practitioner and fitness instructor.
Take Off, a local mental health charity, are affiliated with the club and a percentage of all memberships are donated to the charity to help with the incredible work they do within the community.
Sessions
- Fridays 4.00pm - 5.00pm: 7-9 year olds
- Fridays 5.00pm - 6.00pm: 10-13 year olds
Timetable
Places available: