Activity, programme and

price information for leisure

facilities in Hillingdon.
June 2013 - April 2014
A GUIDE TO
HILLINGDON
LEISURE CENTRES
www.better.org.uk
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION TO YOUR CENTRES
INTRODUCTION COUNCILLOR
STATEMENT
I am delighted to introduce our latest activity,
programme and price information guide for the Botwell
Green Sport and Leisure Centre, Highgrove Pool and
Fitness Centre andQueensmead Sports Centre.
Hillingdon Council and GLL are committed to investing
in sportingfacilities that encourage the take up of sport
and physicalactivity as well as ensuring we provide a wide
range ofhigh quality services for residents of all ages in
Hillingdon. Highgrove Pool and Fitness Centre has just
reopened following a 4.5million refurbishment, with
improvements being made to the pools and changing
rooms as well as the reception area and car park.
We have some world class facilities in the borough
that will no doubt become a legacy for the future
generations, especially following on from the success
of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The centres will
continue to engage with the local community and look
at ways new initiatives and programming changes can
encourage wider participationin order to encourage the
community to become moreactive.
New initiatives recently introduced are:
Junior membership and gym sessions at Botwell
GreenSport and Leisure Centre and Queensmead
Sport Centre
Extend Young at Heart programmes
Regular free taster sessions
This brochure will give you some idea of the diverse
range of activities available to cater for all tastes and
abilities. I hope that you will take full advantage of the
servicesavailable to you as a resident of the borough or a
visitorto Hillingdon.
Councillor Douglas Mills
Cabinet Member for Culture Leisure and Sport
Welcome to your 2013 leisure centre guide. This guide and
our Better website www.better.org.uk should tell you all
you need to know about the great range of activities on
offer for you and your family at your local leisure centres.
Better is the customer facing brand of GLL. We are the
UKs largest and most successful leisure and libraries
charitable social enterprise. We operate quality leisure
and tness facilities in partnership with local Councils
and other public bodies.
As a charity, we ensure all our services are accessible and
affordable and we re-invest all our nancial surpluses to
ensure our service to you is Better.
2013 is our 20th anniversary year and will also see us
open the Copper Box on Londons Queen Elizabeth
Olympic Park - part of our Legacy commitments.
GLL is the proud holder of the We are a Social Enterprise
badge and we are the only leisure operator to have
received the Big Society Award from the Prime Minister.
To underpin our service commitments and standards we
have adopted 4 Pillars, these are:
Better Service
Better Staff
Better Communities
Better Business
We strive to be Better and we invest heavily to help
achieve this. However, if we get it wrong, or if you have
any suggestions, then please let us know by talking to
your local centre manager or contacting our Customer
Services via customerservices@gll.org
Can I thank you for choosing Better and I hope we can
help you and your family stay t and healthy.
Mark Sesnan
Managing Director
WELCOME TO BETTER CENTRE INFORMATION
General information 4
Accessibility to leisure centres 5
How to nd us 6
Membership options 8
HEALTH & FITNESS
Gyms 12
Group Exercise 14
Young @ Heart 16
Sauna & Steam 17
SWIMMING
General swimming 18
LESSONS AND COURSES
Lessons and Courses information 20
Swim School 20
SPORTS ACTIVITIES
Sports Activity Information 22
Badminton 22
Tennis 22
KIDS ACTIVITIES
Toddlers World
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Play Scheme
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Birthday Parties
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FACILITY HIRE
Facility Hire 25
SPORTS CLUBS
Club information 26-27
All details were correct at the time of print and are subject to change. For latest information visit www.better.org.uk or contact your local leisure centre.
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CENTRE INFORMATION - ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
You dont need to be a member to use our leisure centres.
Anyone can enjoy a visit after paying the appropriate fee.
Prices vary during peak and off-peak times (see below) and it
is cheaper to use our centres if you are a member. We explain
the different types of membership in this guide. If youre
ever unsure, ask a member of staff who will recommend the
most cost-effective way of using our facilities.
General peak and off-peak times
Highgrove (pool) - Off-peak time applies Monday-Friday
7.00am-4.30pm.
Botwell (pool) - Off-peak time applies Monday-Friday
7.00am-4.30pm. Peak applies at all other times, including
bank holidays.
Highgrove (gym) Off-peak time applies Monday-Sunday
6.30am - 4.30pm.
Botwell (gym) Off-peak Monday-Sunday 6.30am-
4.30pm.
Queensmead Sports Centre - Peak times apply
throughout centre opening times. Peak prices apply at all
other times, including bank holidays.
Programme changes
Please remember that programmes, times and courses
may vary during school holidays and on bank holidays.
Please check online, or with reception for details. Also, all
our centres are closed on the following dates.
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Memberships
At Better, we offer a wide range of memberships, with
options to suit every budget. Everything from Pay and
Play, to monthly, or annual Prepaid memberships. Whats
more, we wont tie you in to a long term contract, giving
you greater fexibility. For more information see page 8.
TALK TO US
We want you to enjoy every visit to our centres. We want
to know what you think about our services and how we
could improve them further, so please let us know by:
Speaking to a member of staff at the centre;
Filling in a customer suggestions and complaints form
which you can get in all our centres;
Leaving a message on the customer suggestions and
complaints hotline by calling 020 8317 5000;
Writing to the General Manager at the relevant leisure
centre;
Contacting your local Partnership Manager, who is
responsible for all centres in the borough; or
Visiting www.better.org.uk and select Contact us
from the footer at the bottom of the page.
Use of membership cards
If you are a member, please use your card at reception or at
the kiosk to make sure you are charged the correct entry price.
Bookings and cancellations
Members can book most bookable activities up to six
days in advance (you can book online, or at reception).
Non-members can book most bookable activities up to
ve days in advance, but must pay for the activity at the
time of booking.
If you want to cancel an activity you have booked, you
must give 48 hours notice. Otherwise, you will have to
pay the full cost of the activity (even if you are a prepaid
member).
Personal belongings
Please dont leave bags unattended or bring them into activity
areas. Lockers are provided at all centres (charges may apply).
Please note that personal belongings are left at owners risk.
ACCESS TO OUR LEISURE CENTRES
We welcome all customers to our centres. We aim for
all activities to meet the conditions of the Disability
Discrimination Act. If you need any help when using our
facilities, please contact the Duty Manager.
Text phone users can contact us directly at no extra charge
by using the prefx 18001 before dialling the
number.
Please contact reception for information on
large print, braille or audio tape version.
* This centre is fully accredited by IFI. Supporting the tness industry to become more inclusive, catering for the needs of disabled
and non disabled people, raising physical activity participation levels.
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CENTRE INFORMATION - HOW TO FIND US CENTRE INFORMATION - HOW TO FIND US
1 HIGHGROVE POOL AND
FITNESS CENTRE
Hume Way, Ruislip, Middlesex, HA4 8DZ (off Eastcote Road)
Tel: 01895 630753
Email: highgrove@gll.org
Web: www.better.org.uk/highgrove
Buses: H13, 696
Tube: Ruislip Manor
Parking: Pay & display parking available.
Bicycle racks available.
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday: 6.30am-10.00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8.00am-5.30pm
Facilities:
Gym Swimming Pool(s)
Free Weights Gym Group exercise classes
Aerobike Studio Sauna & Steam Rooms
Dance Studio(s) Membership and prices
Diving boards Table Tennis
Short mat bowls
2 QUEENSMEAD SPORTS CENTRE
Victoria Road, South Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 0JE
Tel: 020 8845 6010
Email: queensmead@gll.org
Web: www.better.org.uk/queensmead
Tube: South Ruislip
Buses: 114, 282
Parking: Free & disabled parking available.
Bicycle Racks available.
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday: 4.00pm-11.00pm
Saturday: 8.00am-5.00pm
Sunday: 8.00am-9.00pm
Facilities:
Fitness centre Group exercise classes
Sports hall Indoor facilities
Outdoor facilities Dance Studio
3 BOTWELL GREEN SPORTS AND
LEISURE CENTRE
East Avenue, Hayes UB3 2HW
Tel: 020 8561 0956
Email: botwellgreen@gll.org
Web: www.better.org.uk/botwellgreen
Train: Hayes and Harlington National Rail
Buses: U4, U4, I95, H98
Parking: Limited
Bike: Bicycle Racks Available.
General opening hours:
Monday-Friday: 6.30am-10.00pm
Saturday: 7.00am-7.00pm
Sunday: 8.00am-9.00pm
Facilities:
Upper and Lower Gym Group exercise classes
Swimming Pool(s) Dance studio
3 G Astro Pitch Gym
Sports hall Sports wall
Gymnastics hall Sauna
Creche
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CENTRE INFORMATION - PREPAID MEMBERSHIPS CENTRE INFORMATION - PREPAID MEMBERSHIPS

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No minimum contract
Inclusive access to gym facilities at home centre
Inclusive access to group exercise classes at home centre
Inclusive access to all Better swimming pools (excluding York)
Inclusive access to over 60 gyms (3 fee applies)
Inclusive access to over 50 swimming pools (3 fee applies)
Inclusive access to 1000s of group exercise classes (3 fee applies)
Inclusive access to racquet sports across all Better centres
Up to 6 days advanced telephone or online booking
Top ups available to reduce additional fees from 3 to 2
Pay and Play access within Hillingdon for any other member only activities
Can be used for Badminton and Table Tennis bookings
25% discount for the frst year of a England Squash & Rackets membership
50% discount for the frst year of a Badminton England membership
ACTIVITY BASED PREPAID MEMBERSHIP
These are perfect if youre likely to use one activity only,
such as the gym, the pool, sports courts or group exercise
classes. Simply pay a one-off annual fee or monthly direct
debit and enjoy most of the facilities as often as you want.
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No minimum contract
Inclusive access to the Gym
Inclusive access to swimming
Inclusive access to group exercise classes
Inclusive personalised ftness induction and personal exercise programme
Inclusive access to one 2 hour Crche session for one child per week
Up to 6 days advanced telephone or online booking
Access to courses and other member only activities and facilities*
Access to online membership and self administration
Inclusive access to youth gym sessions (11-15 years)**
Inclusive access to one off peak racquet sport activity per day (11-15 years)
PREPAID MEMBERSHIP
Better prepaid memberships let you enjoy our facilities
without paying each time you visit. Simply pay a one-off
annual fee or monthly direct debit and enjoy most of the
facilities as often as you want.
*Activities are available to concessionary members at Off-Peak times only
**Better Health and Fitness Junior concessionary is limited to off-peak times
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CENTRE INFORMATION - MEMBERSHIP PRICES CENTRE INFORMATION - APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIPS
APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIPS
Youll need proof of address (such as a utility bill, council
tax bill, bank statement or drivers licence) when joining
any membership scheme
If you want to claim any one of the boroughs
concessionary schemes youll also need to provide proof
that youre eligible (see note 3)
All activities and facilities are subject to programme
changes and availability
Parents/Guardians need to sign junior membership
forms.
1. If you cancel prepaid membership but then want to re-join later,
you will need to pay a joining fee.
2. Partners must live at the same address.
3. Concessionary membership is available only to borough residents
who receive any of these: income support, housing benet, council
tax beneft, jobseekers allowance (income based), incapacity
beneft or severe disablement allowance. Also senior citizens (60+
years) or full time students living or studying in the borough.
Prepaid membership
Concessionary membership
Better H&F Better H&F
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Better Gym Better Group
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Joining
Fee Single
resident 20.00 N/A 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
non-resident 30.00 N/A 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Monthly
Single Peak
resident 45.00 12.95 28.95 27.95 29.50 32.95
non-resident 50.25 12.95 28.95 27.95 29.50 32.95
Monthly
Single Off-peak
resident 35.00 12.95 28.95 27.95 29.50 32.95
non-resident 39.25 12.95 28.95 27.95 29.50 32.95
Annual
Single Peak
resident 450.00 129.50 N/A N/A N/A N/A
non-resident 502.85 129.50 N/A N/A N/A N/A
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Single Off-peak
resident 350.10 129.50 N/A N/A N/A N/A
non-resident 392.55 129.50 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Better H&F
Monthly
Concessionary
22.50
Annual
Concessionary
225.00
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Before using the gym, youll need to have an induction
session, which you should book at reception. This allows
our tness instructors to check you are well enough to
train and gives you the opportunity to get advice about
other activities on offer which could help you achieve your
tness goals.
To review your tness programme, book a re-focus session
with an instructor. This will help you to develop your gym
sessions and keep you on track as you work towards your
long-term goals. Please remember that members will be
given a band when they arrive at the gym and should
wear this on their wrist.
GYMS
Prices
HEALTH & FITNESS - 11-15 YEARS HEALTH & FITNESS - GYMS
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Induction (4 people) 17.00 25.00
1:2:1 Induction 27.00 35.00
Gym session Peak 7.00 8.50
Gym session Off Peak 5.40 6.50
Club Aerobics
Adults 3.80 4.20
Leisure Link 3.00 3.00
Leisure Link
Induction (4 people) 11.20 11.40
Individual 1-2-1 21.00 21.00
Gym Peak 4.40 5.00
Gym Off Peak 2.80 3.30
JUNIOR FITNESS (11-15 YEARS)
These supervised sessions are just for teens, introducing
you to using gyms and equipment correctly in a safe
environment. Youll need to book an induction session at
reception before your rst visit.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Queensmead Sports Centre
4.00pm-5.00pm 4.00pm-5.00pm 4.00pm-5.00pm 4.00pm-5.00pm 4.00pm-5.00pm 9.00am-11.30am 12.00noon-2.00pm
Botwell Green Sports & Leisure Centre
3.30pm-5.30pm 3.30pm-5.30pm 3.30pm-5.30pm 3.30pm-5.30pm 3.30pm-5.30pm 2.00pm-5.00pm 2.00pm-5.00pm
BETTER JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP
New Better Junior membership in the London Borough of
Hillingdon for children aged 11-15 years old and it only
costs 12.95 a month! Your never too young to work out,
so take advantage of this great membership to introduce
you to the world of tness.
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HEALTH & FITNESS - GROUP EXERCISE
Prices
GROUP EXERCISE
To vary your workout, you can choose from a range of
fun, sociable group exercise classes from beginners to
advanced level. Choose from the following.
Aerobic help your heart and lungs, and make
everyday tasks that little bit easier.
Body get better, feel better. Pep up your body and
see the results.
Calm stretch, relax and get in tune with your body.
Please remember:
We recommend booking for all classes and you can do
this online, or at reception. Please visit
www.better.org.uk/book.
You will be asked for a valid booking receipt when you
arrive at your class.
Please arrive on time. You will not be allowed to enter
a class if you miss the 10-minute warm-up.
All group exercise classes (unless otherwise stated), are
for people aged 16 years and over
We do all we can to offer classes and instructors
as advertised. However, classes or instructors may
change at short notice.
CHANGE4LIFE
change4life
Hillingdon is all about
encouraging you to
become healthier and happier. By taking part in physical
activity as part of your dailyroutine, combined with sports
and organised activities, you are helping to reach your
weeklygoal of at least 150 minutes of activity (60minutes
each day for under 19s).
You can show your commitment to makingsmall changes in
your life to become moreactive and to become more healthy
by signingour change4life Hillingdon pledges. Thereyou can
also get regular updates and useful information. Visit the
change4life Hillingdonwebsite and sign your pledge today!
Throughout 2013, change4life Hillingdon isoffering a host of
prizes and incentives inexchange for signing the change4life
pledgeand then sharing your experiences of beingphysically
active in Hillingdon.
It might be a Facebook or Twitter post aboutenjoying a yoga
class at one of Hillingdonsleisure centres, or posting a photo
of youand your family enjoying a walk in our greenspaces.
There is no limit on how much orhow many times you enter.
You dont have to be online to share your experiences
though, and paper forms will be available at a number of
activity sessions and events across the borough, as well
asleisure centres and libraries.
For more information, please visit
www.hillingdon.gov.uk/change4life
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Did you know you can book group exercise classes, courts and
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If youre a member, you can also manage your membership, make
an enquiry and browse the weekly programme at all our leisure
centres. And if you arent a member, you can also join online too!
Find out more at www.better.org.uk
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HEALTH & FITNESS - YOUNG @ HEART HEALTH & FITNESS - SAUNA & STEAM
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At Botwell Green Sports & Leisure Centre (sauna only)
and Highgrove Pool & Fitness Centre.
Please note:
Please wear bathing costumes at all times during these
sessions
Saunas are for a maximum of 90 minutes in duration
Some medical conditions mean you shouldnt use
saunas if in doubt, please check with your doctor
No hair dyes, oils or shaving please
No food or glass bottles allowed
Over 16s only please
Please allow one hour after food consumption before
your session
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Highgrove Pool & Fitness Centre
7:00am-2:00pm
3:00pm-9:30pm
7:00am-2:00pm
3:00pm-9:30pm
7:00am-2:00pm
3:00pm-9:30pm
7:00am-2:00pm
3:00pm-9:30pm
7:00am-2:00pm
3:00pm-9:30pm
8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm
Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre
7.00am-12.00noon
2.00pm-9.00pm
7.00am-12.00noon
2.00pm-9.00pm
7.00am-12.00noon
2.00pm-10.00pm
8.00pm-10.00pm
(women only)
7.00am-12.00noon
2.00pm-9.00pm
7.00am-12.00noon
2.00pm-9.00pm
7.00am-4.00pm 8.00am-5.00pm
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Highgrove Pool & Fitness Centre
Club Aerobics
11.00am-12.00noon
Lounge
11.00am-2.00pm
Table Tennis/Bowls/
Short Tennis
1.00pm-2.00pm
Club Aerobics
11.30am-12.30pm
Lounge
11.00am-2.00pm
Table Tennis/Bowls/
Short Tennis
12.30pm-2.00pm
Club Aerobics
12.00noon-1.00pm
Lounge
11.00am-2.00pm
Table Tennis/Bowls/
Short Tennis
1.00pm-2.00pm
Club Aerobics
11.00am-12.00noon
Lounge
11.00am-2.00pm
Table Tennis/Bowls/
Short Tennis
1.00pm-2.00pm
Botwell Green Leisure Centre
55+ Yoga*
12pm-1pm
55+ Water Workout
10am-11am
55+ Aerobics
11am-12pm
Young @ Heart
9:30am-12pm
55+ Yoga
12pm-1pm
Young @ Heart
10am-12pm
Prices
Per session
Botwell Green 2.50
Highgrove Pool & Fitness Centre 3.80
YOUNG @ HEART
Are you 55 or over? Our Young @ Heart sessions are just for
you! Our centres offer a wide range of facilities, including the
gym, which provides a range of equipment and supervised
sessions to help to improve health and well-being.
Theres also a range of group exercise classes to choose
from, plus plenty of other activities. Please note that in
order to use the gym, you must be a member and complete
an induction (see page 12).
You can also relax in specialised sessions at our swimming
pools, or enjoy the water workout classes. Please note that
Swim Safely rules apply (see page 18).
Do not use under the infuence of alcohol
Please do not use as a means to lose weight
Do not use if you have multiple scierosis, hemophilia or
systemic lupus erythematosus
Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing
Lounge
Lounge is the time for you to relax either before or after
your work out. There is free tea, coffee and biscuits
provided for you to take full advantage of.
*55+ Yoga sessions at Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre includes a free cup of tea.
All of the above is available for only 22.50 a month as part of a concessionary membership
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HEALTH & FITNESS - SWIMMING
WANT TO GO SWIMMING
FOR JUST 1?
With our kids for a quid* special offer, under
16s can now swim in any of our swimming
pools in the borough from Monday to
Saturday from just 1.00. Bargain.
For more details, pop in to your local leisure
centre, or visit www.better.org.uk/swimming
*Terms and conditions apply. Please see
www.better.org.uk/swimming for details.
Prices
Prepaid

Standard Concessionary
Adult 3.50 1.80
Junior 1.80 1.00
SWIMMING LESSONS
Swimming is great at any age. Whether you want to
improve your technique, get t, meet new friends,
compete or just have fun, youre sure to nd a pool session
that youll love.
Pools and swimming facilities vary across our centres, so
please contact reception or visit www.better.org.uk for
more information.
Kids for a Quid
Swimming is perfect for kids, and from Monday to
Saturday, our kids for a quid special offer is great value
too. Getting t, picking up skills, meeting friends or just
having fun, youll be quids-in! Please note, a membership
is required to be eligible for the Kids for a Quid scheme.
Under 8s and non swimmers under 16 must be
accompanied by a competent adult swimmer
No more than two under 8s or non swimmers under 16 to
each competent adult swimmer
The competent adult swimmer must actively supervise under
8s and non swimmers under 16
Under 8s and all non swimmers must remain in shallow water
It is strongly recommended that under 8s and all non
swimmers use armbands and / or an appropriate buoyancy aid
Advice to adult non swimmers:
It is recommended that non swimmers over the age of 16
are accompanied in the water by a competent adult swimmer.
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LESSONS AND COURSES - GYMNASTICS LESSONS AND COURSES - SWIM SCHOOL
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre
Beginners Gymnastics
4-6yrs
4pm-5pm
Beginners Gymnastics
7-9yrs
5pm-6pm
Beginners Gymnastics
10+yrs
6pm-7pm
Advanced
6.30pm-8pm
Development Squad
4.30pm-6.30pm
Artistic Squad
5pm-7pm
Acrobatics Squad
4pm-7pm
Acrobatics Squad 2
6pm-9pm
Pre school (3-5yrs)
2pm-2.45pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 4-6yrs
4pm-5pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 7-9yrs
5pm-6pm
Acrobatics Squad
2
6.30am-8am
Pre school (3-5yrs)
3pm-3.45pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 4-6yrs
4pm-5pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 7-9yrs
5pm-6pm
Intermediate
6pm-7pm
Free style
gymnastics 16+yrs
7pm-8.30pm
Adult Gymnastics
16+yrs
7pm-8.30pm
Floor & Vault Squad
4.30pm-6.30pm
Floor & Vault Squad
2
6.30pm-8.30pm
Acrobatics Squad
4pm-7pm
Acrobatics Squad 2
6pm-9pm
Gym Tots
10.45am-11.30am
Beginners
Gymnastics 4-6yrs
4pm-5pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 7-9yrs
4pm-5pm
Development
Squad
4.30pm-6.30pm
Artistic Squad
5pm-7pm
Floor & Vault
Squad
4.30pm-7.30pm
Floor & Vault
Squad 2
6pm-9pm
Acrobatics Squad
4.30pm-6.30pm
Acrobatics Squad
2
4.30pm-6.30pm
Beginners
Gymnastics 4-6yrs
9am-10am
Beginners
Gymnastics 7-9yrs
10am-11am
Beginners
Gymnastics 10+yrs
11am-12pm
Intermediate
12pm-1pm
Free style
gymnastics 16+yrs
1pm-3pm
Artistic Squad
9am-11am
Acrobatics Squad
8.30am-11.30am
Acrobatics Squad 2
10.30am-1.30pm
Pre School (3-5yrs)
9am-10.45am
GMPD
1.15pm-3pm
BETTER GYMNASTICS
Better Gymnastics works in
partnership with British Gymnastics
and aims to encourage all children
to be physically active. With strong
links to the national governing body, Better Gymnastics
provides a structured programme that motivates and helps
each pupil work towards a recognised award.
By participating in gymnastics your child will develop
their fexibility, balance and co-ordination skills. Courses
teach them the rewards of dedication and hard work.
LESSONS AND COURSES
Whatever your age or ability, our lessons and courses
(developed in partnership with many national governing
bodies), deliver a high-quality, complete teaching
programme. That way you can develop skills from
beginner to advanced in anything from swimming to
ballet. Theyre also great for developing teamwork skills.
Please contact your local leisure centre for details, or visit
www.better.org.uk/lessons
Courses available in Hillingdon:
Swim School
Better Gymnastics (at Botwell Green Sports and Leisure
Centre only)
Prices
SWIM SCHOOL
Covering all ages and abilities, Hillingdon Swim School is
part of Londons largest learn to swim programme with
thousands of classes held across the capital each week.
Our swimming teachers follow the ASA National Teaching
Plan for swimming, providing a structured, nationally
recognised pathway to swimming prociency. The aim
of the teaching plan is for you or your child to learn all
strokes and water skills required for any aquatic discipline.
Lessons start from as little as 3.50 for children and
5.20 for adults per class.
Visit www.better.org.uk/lessons for further
information.
London borough of Hillingdon Gymnastics Club managed
by Better, have a number of squads that train and compete
within the British Gymnastics disciplines of Sports Acro,
General and Artistic. Gymnasts train between 2 and 12
hours per week and compete in Regional and National
level competitions. Classes start from as little as 4 a
lesson. If you would like more information about the club
please email Karen.rose@gll.org
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SPORTS ACTIVITIES - NETBALL, BADMINTON & TABLE TENNIS KIDS ACTIVITIES - PLAYSCHEME
SPORTS ACTIVITY INFORMATION
Whatever your favourite sport, chances are you can enjoy
it here in Hillingdon. Badminton, basketball, netball,
tennis, table tennis and more are all on offer. Whether you
like to play with a partner or part of a larger team, theyre
perfect for anyone from the occasional player to the avid
enthusiast. Most equipment can be hired here too.
Please note:
You can provisionally book all activities for casual play
or make a contract booking to guarantee your slot
If you have to cancel, you must do at least 48 hours
beforehand, or you will be charged at the full rate
Please arrive ten minutes before the start of your
allocated slot
24 hours notice is required to amend the time and
court number of your booking.
For latest information and to book online check
www.better.org.uk or contact your local centre.
Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday
Queensmead Sports Centre
6.00pm-11.00pm 8.00am-5.00pm 8.00am-9.00pm
Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre
7.00am-10.00pm 7.00am-7.00pm 8.00am-9.00pm
Highgrove Pool and Fitness Centre
7:00am-9:00pm 9:00am-5:00pm 9:00am-5:00pm
Prices
Prices
BADMINTON
Available at Queensmead Sports Centre and Botwell
Green Sports & Leisure Centre.
TABLE TENNIS
Available at all centres.
NETBALL
Available at Queensmead Sports Centre. Prices are
for court hire per hour.
Prices
Resident Non Resident
9.70 11.00
Resident Non Resident
6.20 7.50
Resident Non Resident
26.00 30.00
Please note non-members will be charged an admission fee.
Badminton times are the same as Centre Opening hours. Please refer
to page 6.
Badminton and Table Tennis are available at the
following times:
Monday-Wednesday
& Friday
Thursday Sunday
Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre
9.30am - 11.00am 12.30pm-2.00pm 11.00am-1.00pm
CRCHE
Please note: The nursery which operates at Botwell is a day
nursery for children aged between 1 and 5 years. Working
closely with parents, carers and other agencies to develop
and stimulate each child intellectually, physically, emotionally
and socially with a happy and calm environment, whilst
promoting their condence and independence through a
well-balanced educational programme in line with the Early
Years Foundation Stage curriculum, thereby meeting each
individual childs needs. We also work alongside the Leisure
Centre to offer a creche service for those members whilst
they use the facilities.
Monday-Friday Wednesday
Botwell Green Sports and Leisure Centre
9.45am-4.00pm 6.00pm-8.00pm
Prices
Peak
Resident
Off-Peak
Resident
Peak Leisure
Link
Off-Peak
Leisure Link
Peak Non
Resident
Off-Peak
Non Resident
Per hour 2.80 2.15 2.10 1.55 2.80 2.20
TODDLERS WORLD
Toddlers World sessions include a variety of soft play
equipment including ball pools, crawl tubes, bouncy castle
and climbing equipment.
Using music, rhymes, costumes and games children
are encouraged to learn basic skills. For children aged 6
months - 5 years old accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Contact centre for further details.
Please Note:
Toddlers world sessions are included in the junior
membership for just 12.95 a month
Gymnastics Holiday Camp
9.00am 3.00pm (25.00 and 20.00 concessionary)
Gymnastics holiday camp runs through the school
holidays and is a full day of gymnastics skills, games and
fun. For 5 years +
FAMILY SWIM
Come and see Terry the Turtle at Highgrove Pool and
Fitness Centre with a family swim every Saturday and
Sunday 1:00pm-3:00pm!
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HIRE FACILITIES
KIDS ACTIVITIES - BIRTHDAY PARTIES
BETTER BIRTHDAY PARTIES
We offer a wide range of affordable, themed birthday
party packages for children under 16 years old. We also
do all the tidying up, so you can just relax and enjoy the
day!
QUEENSMEAD SPORTS CENTRE
Sports Hall (from 5+ yr olds) 130.00 Standard
Additional 20 to have trampoline
Saturday 12noon 1.30pm slot
1.45pm 3.15pm slot
3.30pm 5pm slot
Sunday 12.30pm 2pm slot
2.15pm 3.45pm slot
4pm - 5.30pm slot of 90mins
Up to 30 children 5yrs or above (children under
the age of 5 parents must stay and are not
included in the 30)
Bouncy castle (supervised)
Mini football area
Basketball/netball area
Trampoline and instructor
Tables and benches provided
Food not included
Supervised session with a 15min break when
activities stop area is unsupervised
HIGHGROVE POOL & FITNESS CENTRE
*Pool parties
Classic water based parties held at Highgrove
Pool and Fitness Centre within the small pool
64 Resident for a maximum of 25 children
(duration of 1 hr)
Saturdays (3.00pm 4.00pm),
Sundays (2.00pm 3.00pm)
Use of rafts, water polo goals and various balls
Supervised by qualifed lifeguards
Swim Safely Rules Apply please contact the centre for
more information.
BOTWELL GREEN SPORTS & LEISURE
CENTRE
Hillingdon resident 102.00
Non-Hillingdon resident 114.00
Additional coach 23.00
Swimming Sat 5.00pm7.00pm
Gymnastics Sun 3.30pm4.30pm & 4.45pm5.45pm
Football Sat 4.00pm-5.00pm
Football/trampolining
We will try to accomodate trampolining to the date and
time you require within opening times.
Gymnastics (5+ years)
One hour in length, in the gymnastics hall. Maximum 16
children. If you need more spaces, an extra coach will be
needed at an additional cost of 12.50 for 8 extra children.
For under 5s, there is a maximum of 30 children with 1
adult to 2 children.
For more information and booking please pick up your
birthday party brochure from your local leisure centre.
Party Information
All party activities are one hour in length. Gymnastics parties
for children aged 5 years + have a maximum of 16 children,
an extra coach will be needed at an additional cost of 23
for an extra 8 children. For Toddlers World and Pool Parties,
there is a maximum of 30 children with 1 adult required to
2 children.
HIRE OF FACILITIES
Looking for a venue for a party, family get-together,
special event, sports competition, business meeting or
almost anything else? Many of our facilities are available
for hire just ask at reception for details.
Resident Non-Resident
Queensmead Sports
Centre (6 courts)
57.50 66.00
Contract Hire (per court) 20.00 22.50
Netball (per court)
Floodlights included.
26.00 30.00
Botwell Green (4 courts) 40.00 46.00
Botwell Green 3G Pitch
Full Pitch
81.00 per
hour
Half Pitch
58.00 per
hour
Full Pitch
92.00 per
hour
Half Pitch
64.00 per
hour
Highgrove Pool &
Fitness Centre Studio 1
36.00 per hour
HighgrovePool & Fitness
Centre Studio 2
18.00 per hour
Prices
HOLIDAY PLAYSCHEME
The best holiday activity scheme around! Children can
make new friends, try new sports, enjoy themed weeks
and have lots of fun in a safe environment on our Ofsted
registered holiday play scheme. With activities from
badminton to football, Gymnastics to bouncy castles, arts
& crafts to swimming we have something for everyone.
*Due to the play schemes Ofsted registration, we can only accept
children from the 1st September following their 5th birthday (school
year 1 onwards).
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CLUB INFORMATION CLUB INFORMATION
HILLINGDON CLUBS
Botwell Green Clubs
Karate Club
sue@emptyhand.us
Hayes and Harlington swim club
samantha.bliss@logicalis.com
Seabyrd swim club
colin.jones@sainsburys.co.uk
Hillingdon swim club
lindaskiprussell@blueyonder.co.uk
6th Hayes Scout Club
derekwheeler@tinyworld.co.uk
Forward Hillingdon Swim Club
chair@forward-hillingdon.co.uk
Hillingdon South Swim Club
thompsurvey.hayes@tiscali.co.uk
Hillingdon Sub-Aqua
robert@robertclow.co.uk
Hillingdon Table Tennis
susanmerican115@hotmail.com
J Stars
joannacords@hotmail.com
Kirk Self Defence
selfdefencepro@yahoo.co.uk
Kilburn Karate
sue@emptyhand.us
Kung Fu
kckam36@hotmail.com
QPR Football
AndyE@QPR.co.uk
Taekwondo
said_khelwatty@hotmail.com
Queensmead Clubs
Mr Martial Arts
Passion Dance Group
Queensmead Trampoline Club
LNER Youth Football Club
Anthony Harris
anthony.harris@lneryouthfc.co.uk or 07886 962576
LBH Learning & Development - Disability Club
Lorna Radford
lradford@hillingdon.gov.uk or 01895 250680
LBH Learning & Development - Netball Courts
Lorna Radford
lradford@hillingdon.gov.uk or 01895 250680
LBH Learning & Development - Sports Hall
Yolanda Gutteridge
ygutteridge@hillingdon.gov.uk
MCR Combat Training
Mark Roberts
mcr_30@hotmail.co.uk or 07967 703173
Passion Dance Group
Victoria Bennett
passiondancegroup@hotmail.co.uk or 07882 413428
Queensmead Badminton Club
Judy Wise
judy_wise44@hotmail.com or 07803 955708
Queensmead Netball League
Sharon Hunt
sharon_hunt@blueyonder.co.uk or 07980 174155
Queensmead Trampoline Club
Maxine OReilly
kinque13@yahoo.com or 02088 410061
Hillingdon Badminton Club
Mr T Williams
hbc@eastcote.org.uk or 07771 524492
Ruislip Eagles Handball Club
Janet Nichols
janetnichols52@hotmail.com or 02088 423835
Northwood BC (Court 1, 2 & 3)
Steve Whatley
steve@whatley126.plus.com or 07969 181970
Highgrove Clubs
Flamenco
Isabel Baquero- isabelbaquero@btinternet.com
Passion Dance Group
Victoria Bennett
passiondancegroup@hotmail.co.uk
Kettlecise
Julian Knowles
bethebestyoucanbe83@googlemail.com
Hillingdon Swimming Club
Rosemary Harrington
rosemary.harrington@btinternet.com
Eastcote Sub Aqua Club
Angela Wymer
angela.wymer@hotmail.co.uk
Ruislip & Northwood Sub Aqua Club
Ian Phillips
i.g.phillips@open.ac.uk
Ruislip Snorkelling Club
Margarita Lewis
rsc3070@familylewis.ic24.net
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