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 - create your free Places membership and visit us.
Our pay as you go prices are as follows;
Adult gym - £8.50
Junior gym - £5.25
Passport to Leisure - £6.80
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 bespoke digital programme using state-of-the-art EGYM Fitness Hub & Tanita Body Composition scales. 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.
To make the most of your session, please download the EGYM app before your session.
The EGYM app is available for Apple (iOS) and Android devices. Simply visit the App Store for Apple devices and Google Play for Android and search for 'EGYM' or download via the links below.
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.
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.
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 Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre
We operate a range of fitness classes at our centre, both in and out of the pool. Take a look at some of the types of activities we've got for you.
Non member - £8.50 (60 mins)
Non member - £6.40 (45mins)
Non member - £4.25 (30mins)
Free for members
Studio cycling
Our exciting, instructor led studio cycling classes are perfect for beginners to serious cyclists. A fantastic calorie burner that's easy to follow and delivers great results.
Functional Circuits
A superb way to shift excess body fat, build lean muscle and condition the heart and lungs. This class uses the traditional range of simple bodyweight, free-weights, functional equipment and suspension!
Insanity
Cardio-based, total-body conditioning programme that is based on 'max interval training'. Insanity's formula combines lengthier periods of high intensity exercise with short cool downs. Get the results you have always wanted!!
Yoga
Build strength, flexibility and definition in this chilled out class!
Bodypump
The original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and results you came for – fast!
HiiT
Get ready to add HIIT workouts to your life and take your fitness to the next level. You’ll be addicted to the results. These HIIT workouts build cardiovascular fitness while improving strength, building lean muscle and maximising calorie burn.
Body Combat
Body Combat is a cardio class, based on max interval training. This class will push you past your limits with athletic/plyometric drills mixed with intervals of strength, power, resistance, and core training.
Body Attack
This high-energy interval training class combines athletic aerobic movements with strength and stabilization exercises. Dynamic instructors and powerful music motivate everyone towards their fitness goal.
Zumba
Party yourself in to shape! A fun, empowering & energising class which combines salsa, cumbia, cha, cha, cha, hip hop & many more in easy to follow routines. Suitable for all levels.
Pilates
Pilates teaches you how to use your muscles in a controlled way so that they work in harmony with your breathing. It strengthens the body through movement & is ideal for all levels of fitness.
Take a look at our class timetable to see all the classes we have on offer, there's sure to be 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?
Meet your PTs
We've got a great team of personal trainers at Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre.
Ravi
I am a Level 3 Personal Trainer and have worked in the fitness industry for over 8 years. I specialise in strength training and helping clients break physical and mental barriers that they never deemed possible. The gym changed my life and I want to help others feel the same way!
Tyreiss
Helping people achieve their goals will always be a passion of mine. I will work alongside you and make sure to keep you focused and on track. As a Sports Therapy degree holder, I’m also able to assist in injury analysis and rehabilitation, and improve overall athletic performance. If you’re looking to get into your best shape, please get in touch!
Karen
With a passion for health and fitness at any age, I firmly believe that we are all capable of so much more, we just need the right encouragement, support and guidance.
Having completed multiple ultra marathons, taken up teaching group exercise, and training as a PT as a more mature woman - I am living proof that you have more in you!
Regardless of your goal, we can discuss the route to achievement, and put a programme in place, to help guide and support you. You get your own personal cheerleader too - so let's go!
Contact us
To book in with one of our PT's, contact us on 0121 428 6820
Ask a member of the team at Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre for more details or call us on 0121 428 6820.
Accessibility in the gym
Accessibility is important to us at Harborne Pool and Fitness 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 Harborne Pool and Fitness 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 stretching area and free weights area with functional equipment including kettlebells, dumbbells, resistance bands, and medicine balls that can be incorporated to provide a more varied workout.
Wheelchair adaptable equipment
We're proud to provide a number of pieces of equipment that can be adapted for wheelchair users, including:
- Recumbent bikes
- Hand bike
- Ski Erg
- Shoulder press (fixed)
- Chest press (fixed)
- Smith machine
- Four fixed weight cable machines
- Bench press
In addition, our Vibro Plate can be used by those who are able to transfer from a wheelchair or those with less severe mobility issues.
Please note, we have a lift that takes members to the first floor gym, and all of the doors are double sized for ease of access too.
There will always be a member of staff available within the centre to help you where needed, and we'll have Fitness Instructors in the gym for the majority of the day.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to a member of our team.
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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 programme
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.
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.
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:
- Unlimited gym use during Junior Gym hours, which includes a gym induction (11-15 year olds)
- 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 including exclusive We Move classes every Saturday 12.00pm - 12.45pm
- 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 enquire, click the button below and complete the form, a member of the team will be in touch.
*Proof of eligibility required. Click below for full details.
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 to Friday 4.00pm - 4.45pm & 4.45pm - 5.30pm
- Saturday and Sunday 11.30am - 12.30pm
Children may attend with an adult aged 18yrs or over anytime before 6.00pm. Please note that 1 adult (18yrs+) can attend with up to 4 junior members and is responsible for the junior member’s conduct.
All junior gym users must complete a group introduction before using the gym independently. An induction will need to be completed at each centre to be used. These sessions last 30 minutes and can be booked with a member of our team when joining.
Once a junior member has completed their introduction and received programme advice they can attend outside the above supervised sessions with a parent/guardian, as per the above
Move Through Menopause
Starts Tuesday 1st July
Developed proudly with our partner, Menopause Movement, this 12-week course is designed to help People stay strong, energised, and in control throughout perimenopause and menopause.
We provide a safe, welcoming environment for those participating to gain an informed, evidence-based understanding of menopause, including what happens during each stage and how fitness can aid menopause symptoms.