Free fitness event to celebrate leisure centre refurb

The centre – which is run by leading operator Everyone Active in partnership with Bristol City Council – is hosting the weekend-long event to celebrate the opening of its refurbished gym and studio.

Open to all ages, interests and abilities, the event will welcome the local community to be the first to try out the centre’s upgraded facilities and enjoy a weekend focused on health and fitness – all free of charge.

As part of the refurbishment, the gym has brand-new, state-of-the-art equipment from Life Fitness installed, including cardio, resistance and free weights. What’s more, there is now a dedicated functional training area, helping to support gymgoers in reaching their fitness goals.

The studio has also had a revamp, with all-new Keiser bikes and sets of weights, as well as a new sound system to keep people motivated during cycling classes.

During the free open weekend, visitors will have full access to the upgraded facilities and there will be a number of classes scheduled, including group cycling, body pump and yoga, along with gym challenges and swim sessions.

With Euro 2024 in full swing, the centre will also have a variety of football-themed activities and challenges throughout the weekend.

Cameron Bate, contract manager for Everyone Active in Bristol, said: “We’re so excited to welcome the public back to Henbury Leisure Centre and unveil our new and improved gym and studio.

“It’s really important to us that we work with our partners, Bristol City Council, to increase physical activity across the city and this investment is an example of our continued dedication.

“Our open weekend is a fantastic opportunity to try out the refreshed facilities and join likeminded people in the community who are passionate about health and fitness. There is something for everyone and we look forward to seeing people there.”

Christina Gray, Director of Communities and Public Health said: “It’s excellent that Henbury Leisure Centre has re-opened and is offering local residents the opportunity to use the new and improved gym at their free open weekend.

“Being active is really important for peoples’ physical and mental wellbeing, so having access to the new facilities, including state-of-the-art equipment, yoga and swim sessions will benefit residents hugely.

“I would encourage local people to take up this great opportunity to use the facilities, as well as take part in the football themed activities planned throughout the weekend.”

Those wanting to attend the open weekend will need to be registered at Henbury Leisure Centre and have done the online induction if they wish to use the gym. To register, visit the website.