Gym, classes and fitness
We're dedicated to helping our members stay fit and well in whatever way suits them.
Our gym is a place where you can spend as much or as little time as you wish and get a great workout, with a range of equipment versatile enough to accommodate people of all abilities, ambitions, shapes and sizes.
The gym is open 6.00am - 10.00pm Monday - Friday, and 8.00am - 6.00pm Saturdays and Sundays.
We offer a range of memberships which give you access to our fitness facilities.
Alternatively, we also welcome day visitors - simply create your free Places membership before visiting.
Our current pay as you go prices are £9.50 for adults, £6.60 for concessions, over 65s and students, and £5.35 for juniors.
Gym support
To familiarise you with the gym and to get to know your goals we'd like to offer you a short group introduction to the gym. This can be booked with a member of the team when you join or at a later date via our website.
One-to-one support sessions can be booked with a member of the gym team. The sessions last 45 minutes and are chargeable.
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 a video tutorial. Also look out for our latest workout boards in the gym, with a scannable code showcasing the latest workout to try.
The place for all your digital fitness tracking and programming support is our Places Tracker app. Click the link below to find out more.
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
- 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.
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 Romsey Rapids Sports Complex
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:
Group cycling
Ride like the wind with our group cycling classes. You’ll feel like you’ve had a workout with one of these sessions.
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.
Aqua classes
Classes range from gentle to high impact so you can work hard and enjoy the support of the pool improving strength and fitness.
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.
Low impact classes
Our low intensity classes are just as important as our high energy offering... a wide range of classes including, Steady and Strong, Chair-based Yoga, Forever Active and Healthy Backs.
Take a look at our class timetable to find the one for you. All session prices are available to view in the timetable.
Health Suite
Take time to completely relax and unwind in our beautifully tranquil health suite, featuring a relaxing infrared sauna; a calming steam room; a traditional, skin-purifying sauna; and deeply soothing, heated seats.
Health Suite
Aid your muscle recovery or simply take some time back for yourself to relax. Please see below the benefits of the health suite facilities.
Opening times
- Monday: 7.00am – 1.00pm | 3.30pm - 9.00pm
- Tuesday: 7.00am – 1.00pm | 3.30pm - 9.00pm
- Wednesday: 11.00am - 9.00pm
- Thursday: 7.00am – 1.00pm | 3.30pm - 9.00pm
- Friday: 7.00am – 1.00pm | 3.30pm - 9.00pm
- Saturday: 8.00am – 3.00pm
- Sunday: 8.00am – 3.00pm
Easter opening times
- Friday 29th March - 8.00am - 5.00pm
- Monday 1st April - 8.00am - 5.00pm
Pricing
The health suite is included within the cost of both the Premium and Wellbeing memberships.
Buy a day pass
Health suite PAYG: £10.15 adult / £7 concession
Health suite & lane swimming PAYG: £16.00 adult / £10.60 concession
Benefits of the infrared sauna:
- Promotes weight loss and increasing your metabolism
- Supports muscular pain relief
- Boosts the immune system
- Detoxifies the body
- Reduces the appearance of cellulite
- Eases joint pain and stiffness
- Reduces stress and fatigue
- Promotes skin health
Benefits of the steam room and traditional sauna:
- Improves cardiovascular health and circulation
- Clears congestion
- Lowers blood pressure
- Stress reduction
- Eases joint pain and stiffness
- Promotes skin health
- Supports muscular recovery
Wellbeing Suite
The Wellbeing suite is specifically designed to help our members that live with chronic conditions such as MS, fibromyalgia, and osteoarthritis – as well as individuals recovering from serious illness, surgery or injury.
The studio has a variety of power-assisted machines, which support your body’s movement by working with you rather than against you. With the ability to increase or decrease the level of resistance or support, the toning tables offer a good full-body workout for those looking to get back into fitness.
Wellbeing suite
Designed to help members improve their overall fitness and wellbeing through low impact activity, the Wellbeing suite offers a variety of power-assisted machines. These machines can replace the need for traditional cardiovascular and weights-based exercises, by supporting you to:
- Improve your fitness and wellbeing
- Tone your muscles
- Strengthen your posture
- Provide better circulation
- Staying active can aid in disease prevention
- Increases athletic capacity
- Improves flexibility and joint mobility
- Make new friends
- Raises the body’s metabolism to help the body burn fat
Pricing
The use of the Wellbeing suite is included within our Wellbeing membership.
However, there is an option to PAYG for £3.00
All sessions can be booked via the app or by calling reception.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Tuesday: 9.00am – 7.00pm
- Wednesday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Thursday: 9.00am – 7.00pm
- Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Saturday: 9.00am – 1.00pm
- Sunday: 9.00am – 1.00pm
Staff support will be available between the following times:
- Monday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
- Tuesday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 4.00pm – 7.00pm
- Wednesday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
- Thursday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 4.00pm – 7.00pm
- Friday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
During unmanned hours a member of the team will check the suite every 30 minutes.
Not used the machines before? Don’t worry, our fantastic Wellbeing suite staff are always on hand to guide you through an induction and your exercise journey.
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 Romsey Rapids Sports Complex for more details or call us on 01794 835550.
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.
Exercise referral scheme
If you have suffered an illness or recently had an operation our GP referral sessions will help you get back into fitness. You’ll need a ‘prescription to exercise’ from your doctor to get started and our instructors will support you through your sessions.
Exercise Referral at Romsey Rapids Sports Complex
The aim of the programme is to improve participants’ health and wellbeing by encouraging them to move more, within a safe and comfortable environment. It targets people who suffer from, or are at risk of, developing chronic medical conditions and provides support to people whose health could benefit from a more active lifestyle.
What can I expect from the scheme?
A 3 month support plan designed to suit your ability, needs and goals, with continued help and support throughout. Our support scheme incorporates unlimited use of the gym, swimming sessions, low level group exercise classes including aqua fit. A qualified health and wellbeing consultant will be allocated to help you. Together, you will develop a personalised plan and regularly review your progress in order to:
- Help you achieve your best results
- Provide safe and effective ways to move
more & be active - Empower you to make positive changes
to your lifestyle - Advise, motivate and support you along
your journey with us
What support will we provide?
- Initial meeting to agree the best way
forward for you - Full induction, so you are happy and
understand your next steps - 6 and 12 week catch ups to see how you
are getting on
Your plan will be developed based on the
information provided by yourself or a
healthcare professional. It will take into
consideration the following factors:
- Your current health
- Medical conditions
- What you enjoy and are comfortable
in doing - What activities you would like to try
Your current lifestyle
What does the scheme cost?
The Healthy Communities Programme comes at a discounted rate and offers great value for money. Please speak to a member of our team regarding the cost and further information.
How do I start?
Ask your healthcare professional or your charitable support service to complete the healthy communities exercise referral form and bring in to the centre. Our team will then contact you to start your journey to better health and wellbeing.
If you are unsure how to access this service, please give us a call or email us using the address at the bottom of this leaflet and we will help you.
For further support or to register your interest, contact a member of the team via 01794 835550 or email us below.
Bring a buddy scheme
If you want to bring a family member or friend to help support you through your journey then please speak to a member
of the team about our buddy scheme.
What are your responsibilities?
- Follow your plan as advised by our support team
- Advise a member of our team if your medication or circumstances change or if you have any questions or concerns
- Complete your 3 month plan the best you can
Good luck and we hope you enjoy your journey with us. Don’t forget, some movement is good, but more is better!
Meet your exercise referral team
Eileen Munday
Qualifications: L4 Exercise referral, Escape Pain, Cancer Rehab, Exercise for long term neurological conditions
Eileen is a highly qualified health professional that specializes in mobility and low impact training for rehabilitation and recovery. Her experience with holistic training and mindfulness makes Eileen a trainer that adapts fitness not just as a health benefit but also great for your mental Health.
David Linton
Qualifications: L4 Exercise referral, COVID Recovery coach, Cardiac Phase 4, Escape Pain
David is a highly qualified health professional that works as a consultant here at Romsey Rapids. He focuses on rehab and recovery for his clients applying his knowledge that he has developed over the years. His experience in the world of fitness and leisure supports his adeptness as a well-trained coach, trainer and consultant.
Junior fitness
We believe a physically active child is much more likely to become a physically active adult. We run supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend.
Junior fitness
All junior fitness sessions are supervised by a Level 3 Personal Trainer. Please see below the timetable:
Monday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Tuesday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Thursday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Friday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Saturday: 10.45am - 11.45am
Sunday: 10.45am – 11.45am
Please note an additional session Monday - Friday during the school holidays runs 10.00am - 11.00am.
Please book these sessions in advance online, through our app or at reception. There are 16 spaces available per session.
For more information, please call a member of the team on 01794 835550.
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.
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.
For more information, please call a member of the team on 01794 835550.
*Please note that outside of the supervised teen fitness sessions, juniors aged 11-15 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian aged over 16. The supervision ratio must be 1 adult/guardian to 4 juniors.