Fitness & health

Sessions and classes for all

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.

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Alternatively, we also welcome day visitors - simply create your free Places membership before visiting.

Pay as you go sessions are currently charged at £10.50 for adults and £5.70 for concessions.

Please see our gym and weight room opening times below:

Monday - Thursday: 6.15am - 10.00pm 

Friday: 6.15am - 9.00pm 

Saturday: 6.30am - 7.00pm

Sunday: 7.15am - 7.00pm

 

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. 

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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.

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*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.

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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.

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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.

Some of our classes

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 The Dolphin for more details or call us on 01444 457337.

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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

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Health suite

Have you had a busy day or just finished a hard workout?  Why not finish it off with a lovely relaxing session in our health suite.

We have a sauna, steam room, pool and jacuzzi exclusively for members to enjoy.  

Opening times: 

  • Monday - Friday: 6.15am - 9.00pm
  • Saturday: 6.15am - 6.00pm
  • Sunday: 7.30am - 8.00pm

Ask us for more details on 01444 457337.

Pre and post-natal classes

We offer a range of classes to support mums to maintain their fitness before and after having a baby.

Parent and Baby Circuits

A varied exercise workout for parents! Sessions are fun, relaxed and suitable for all fitness levels.

Babies are welcome from 8 weeks up to pre-walking age.

Sessions take place on Tuesdays 10:30am-11:15am and cost £7.50 (free for members).

Parent and Baby Group Cycling

A 30-minute group cycling workout designed to assist parents in getting back into shape following the birth of their baby.

Music is kept at a lower volume, and babies are welcome from 8 weeks up to pre-walking age in a pushchair or car seat.

Call us on 01444 457337 for more information.

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Junior fitness

We run the following supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend:

  • Monday - Friday 3.30pm - 4.30pm | 4.30pm-5.30pm
  • Saturdays 10.00am-11.00am

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 or appropriate adult (18+) on a ratio of a maximum four juniors per adult.

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Big Sister project

Big Sister helps girls aged 11-15 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)
  • Unlimited swimming
  • Age appropriate group workout classes including exclusive We Move classes every Monday 4.30pm - 5.30pm
  • 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.

The Big Sister project

Timetable

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8NovFriday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
9NovSaturday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
10NovSunday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
11NovMonday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
12NovTuesday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
13NovWednesday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
14NovThursday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
15NovFriday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
16NovSaturday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
17NovSunday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
18NovMonday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
19NovTuesday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
20NovWednesday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
21NovThursday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00
22NovFriday
Morning06:00-12:00
Afternoon12:00-18:00
Evening18:00-22:00