Free Open Weekend At Better Leisure Centres
Saturday 18 - Sunday 19 July 2026
The Open Weekend, taking place on 18 and 19 July, is part of Better's partnership with Team England to celebrate the 2026 Commonwealth Games. People of all ages and abilities are invited to discover a new sport, get active and enjoy a wide range of activities at Better leisure centres across the city. Open to both members and non-members, the weekend offers the perfect opportunity for families, friends and individuals to experience everything their local leisure centre has to offer.
Participating centres including Burnholme Sports Centre, Energise Leisure Centre, Yearsley Swimming Pool and York Leisure Centre will offer a programme of free or reduced priced activities, giving residents the opportunity to experience the spirit of the Commonwealth Games in their local community.
The host of sessions include:
• A series of running and walking netball taster sessions in partnership with England Netball
• Basketball 3V3 tournament hosted by York Jorviks
• Fitness classes, including strength and conditioning, circuits and spin.
• Introductory gym trials for adults and juniors where leisure centre staff will be on hand to demonstrate the range of state-of-the-art equipment and advise on the best ways to achieve fitness goals
• Basketball, pickleball, badminton, table tennis and tennis taster sessions
• Swim school and water safety taster sessions for five to 11-year olds where youngster’s swimming skills will be put to the test and they’ll learn about the water safety code
• Roller skating experience for novices or seasoned skaters.
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