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 Range of Water Sports |
Nutfield Marsh Road Merstham London RH1 4EU United Kingdom +44 1737 64 4288 http://www.aquasports.co.uk/ab... |
Set in a Surrey country park with its own lake, only 30 minutes away from Victoria station, this company organises windsurfing, dinghy sailing, power boating and canoeing courses every weekend. They also organise group activities and corporate outings. Equipment can be hired from the sports shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Social fitness club |
11 Thurloe Place London, London SW7 2RS United Kingdom +44 20 7225 0225 http://www.sarova.co.uk/sarova... |
This is a great club for meeting people and seems to attract a lot of singles between 30-40 years old. Surprisingly, the decor in Aquilla (which looks like the designs you find on Ancient Greek pottery) actually looks really good, and the swimming pool seems more relaxing than exercise inducing. Facilities include a gym, large studio (boxercise, ski fitness and yoga) and therapy treatments (from massage to allergy testing). Personal trainers are available if you want to get yourself into top condition, but those after a bit more pampering will find sun beds and a health and beauty salon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charity run leisure centre |
Wood Lane Stanmore London, London HA7 4LP United Kingdom +44 20 8954 5759 http://www.aspire.org.uk |
This is a new centre and is unique because it is run as a registered charity to provide facilities for disabled people. The club is open to everyone, not just the disabled. Features include a small gym, a dance studio and a sports hall offering football, wheelchair rugby and basketball. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leisure Chain |
Elmfield Road Balham London, London SW17 8AN United Kingdom +44 (0)20 8772 9577 |
This club is managed by Courtneys, which is part of the Cannons chain. Membership of the club entitles you to the use of all the other clubs in the chain. Features include a large gym, dance studio, swimming pool, spa and health suite etc. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness Centre |
229 Caledonian Road London, London N1 0NH United Kingdom +44 20 7278 1890 |
Strange name but a good place! This centre is run by the Aquaterra Group and with their IZZ card you can use 6 other Islington sports and leisure clubs. Features include a small gym, large swimming pool and a sunbooth at no extra charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exercise in style |
27-28 Kingly Street London, London W1B 5QE United Kingdom +44 20 7734 5002 |
Whether you're in need of a great place to workout or just somewhere to get away from it all, Cannons West End is the place to do it. The premier health club - one of Cannons' 13 London-based clubs - spans seven floors and is filled with the latest top-of-the-line equipment. In addition, the relaxed atmosphere is beautiful and inspiring and probably the reason that Cannons West End is so popular with the nine to five crowd looking to unwind after a long day. There are two large gyms as well as a dance studio that offers classes in step, body pump, yoga and circuits. A small pool caters to leisure swimming, and a full range of beauty treatments is always available. The club is also equipped with a steam room, spa, Jacuzzi and sunbeds. In addition, Cannons offers a great nutritional program, a free membership to Cannons Golf and a wide range of adventure weekends through its Cannons Adventures program. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports Centre |
Aspenlea Road Hammersmith London, London W6 - 8ND United Kingdom +44 8741 3654 |
This is a sports centre attached to a major hospital. Although the majority of members are employees of the hospital, it is also open to members of the general public. Features include 4 squash courts, a sports hall and an excellent swimming pool. The social club is also available for use by non-members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Community sports centre |
Chelsea Manor Street Chelsea London, London SW3 5PL United Kingdom +44 20 7352 6985 http://www.rbkc.gov.uk/az/az.a... |
This well-established sports centre caters mostly for local residents and houses a well-equipped gym (for which all new members need an induction course), a large dance studio, two swimming pools and a large sports hall. In the sports hall you can take part in tennis, badminton, netball and hockey; the studios offer classes in everything from ski fitness to salsa, so it's more than likely they'll be able to provide classes in your sport of interest. One of the advantages of using Chelsea Sports Centre is that it's a community centre, so expect cheap prices and a friendly atmosphere that many private clubs lack. However, be wary of changing opening hours due to use by large school groups - it's best to call and check what's free for use before turning up. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest Sports Centre in the country |
Ledrington Road Crystal Palace London, London SE19 2BB United Kingdom +44 20 8778 0131 http://www.gll.org/borough/bor... |
Quite simply the largest sports centre in the country. Covering a massive site of over 30 acres, the UK's top athletes have trained here for many years and many major championships have been held here. The Football Association and the British Gymnastics Association are just two of the bodies that use the facilities here. Features include: two 11-a-side football pitches, an Olympic-sized stadium, a basketball arena and an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest dinghy show in the world |
Alexandra Palace Way (Alexandra Palace) London, London N22 United Kingdom +44 845 345 0424 http://www.rya.org.uk |
Every first weekend of March, sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts make their way to Alexandra Palace for the oldest (established in 1952) dinghy show in the world. Whether you're an expert or an enthusiastic novice, you'll be able to glean information from a host of exhibitors including schools, boat builders, clubs, youth clubs and equipment suppliers. The fair ends with a party, free to all exhibitors and visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exercise close to beauty |
Chichester Street London, London SW1V 3LX United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7798 8686 |
Surrounded by landscaped gardens, this club is one of the most beautiful places in London to workout. It is also one of the few public spots where you can play the game of croquet. The gym is large and houses two dance studios, offering everything from Thai boxing and aerobics to yoga. Leisure swimming is available in the gyms small pool, and a game of squash or tennis is always possible. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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It's all going swimmingly |
Malet Street University of London Pool London, London WC1E 7HZ United Kingdom +44 20 8349 1844 |
The Dolphin Swimming Club helps aqua-phobic adults and kids overcome their fear of water, learn to swim or improve their style, regardless of age or standard. Instructors lead the classes alongside learners in the water and adopt a professional and sympathetic approach. Life saving, water skills, diving, synchronised swimming and the ASA Bronze, Silver and Gold Challenge Awards are a more advanced but equally worthwhile option for individuals or small groups. Free parking in the area is a plus point for Sunday morning classes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Windsor By Boat |
Clewer Court Road (The Clewer Boathouse) London SL4 5JH United Kingdom +44 (0)1753 85 1900 http://www.boat-trips.co.uk/in... |
Take in the sites of Windsor on a river cruise. The 35-minute excursion takes you upstream to Boveney Lock and returns with panorama of Windsor Castle, Eton College, Mill House, Windsor Race Course and Brocas Meadows. The tour includes historical information about the different sites, and of the river itself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Causing a splash |
East Heath Road Hampstead London NW3 United Kingdom +44 20 7485 4491 |
When the heat is on in London, come to Hampstead Heath to cool down in the old-fashioned bathing ponds. One of three, Hampstead mixed bathing pond is literally a large pond with a silt bottom so there's no nasty chlorine but it is a bit murky. Bathing is free for all competent swimmers over eight years old, and the pond is open from daylight till dusk during the summer. Beware, the pond can be heaving when it's hot, but take a picnic to the heath to lay back and enjoy the sunshine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get healthy |
2 Bridge Place 2 Bridge Place London, London SW1V 1QA United Kingdom +44 20 7834 8123 |
Although this club is located in the basement of a Holiday Inn Hotel, it is part of the Health Styles leisure chain. You'll find a small gym and a swimming pool, used mainly for leisure swimming as well as sun beds and a sauna. In addition, you are allowed to use the other branches if you become a member of this one. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Twenty-five-metre pool and gym |
Highbury Crescent London, London N5 1RR United Kingdom +44 20 7704 2312 http://www.aquaterra.org/Islin... |
Open from 7a, this 25-metre pool is popular with early birds and families. Throw the little ones in the kid's pool and after your swim enjoy a workout in the new £500,000 gym. Other facilities include a sauna and sunbeds. Swimming classes for beginners, babies and toddlers are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bargain summer splash - men only |
Millfield Lane Hampstead Heath London, London N6 United Kingdom +44 20 7485 4491 |
Enjoy a swim in the fresh air at this men-only bathing pond. As it's all natural water, there's no chlorine to sting your eyes, and it's free, so there's no sting to your wallet either. Open all year round, although you'd have to be tough to brave the weather in the winter months, the ponds are open for a refreshing dip anytime between daylight and dusk. Boys over eight who can swim confidently can join in the fun, while ladies can swim at the nearby Kenwood Bathing Pond. Set in a beautiful verdant spot, it is a wonderful oasis that takes you back to the Victorian era. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Superior health club |
97 Aldersgate Street Barbican London, London EC1A 4JP United Kingdom +44 20 7374 0091 http://www.holmesplace.co.uk/ |
One of the best clubs in the city, this has everything, including a 160-metre indoor running track. It can get quite busy at lunchtime, as it appeals mainly to City workers, so try visiting outside of the peak lunchtime period. Major features include a massive gym, incorporating a women-only gym; five dance studios; a long narrow pool for lane swimming; on-site physiotherapy and alternative health treatments. Cost: membership prices quoted on appointment Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relaxed leisure chain |
188a Fulham Road Chelsea London, London SW10 9PN United Kingdom +44 20 7352 9452 http://www.holmesplace.co.uk/ |
Part of the well-renowned chain, this club is great to work out in on the way home from work, and is very popular with Chelsea locals and 'It-girls'. Facilities aren't particularly diverse, but will be ample for most people, and the club seems to be much more relaxed than many of its competitors. The large gym has a women-only section, and over a 100 classes are held there every week. Personal trainers are available on request, as are physiotherapists. The dance studio offers classes from Pilates to salsa, and there's also a swimming pool. If you'd like some pampering after your workout, there's a health and beauty salon as well as a sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Call for details of membership prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Health club for the upper crust |
17A Old Court Place 3rd Floor London, London W8 4EP United Kingdom +44 20 7761 0000 http://www.holmesplace.co.uk |
This club is arguably the most exclusive of the Holmes Place chain. Famous faces have included a pregnant Madonna and the place is suitably snobby to boot. Located discreetly several floors up inside an apartment block, the layout is confusing and the facilities aren't as comprehensive as you would expect. The large gym houses a women-only section and hosts personal programmes. There are two dance studios, a leisure pool, and alternative and holistic treatments available. Membership is limited, but if you join here off-peak, you can use all the other Holmes Places on-peak - a perk bound to be reflected in the price. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness school |
119-131 Lancaster Road London, London W11 1QT United Kingdom +44 20 7243 4141 http://www.holmesplace.co.uk/ |
This is a brand new addition to the Holmes Place Chain and is housed over four floors of a beautiful listed 1930s building, which was formerly a school. Features include the standard Holmes Place bunch - a large gym with a women-only area, two dance studios, swimming pool and jacuzzi, plus numerous member benefits such as a hairdresser, club bar and car park. You can choose from seventy weekly classes in disciplines varying from the energetic (studio cycling) to the holistic (Pilates, tai chi and yoga). Childcare facilities are also available. Pricing: Membership prices on application. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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University run sports centre |
7 Princes Gardens London SW7 1NA United Kingdom +44 20 7594 8964 http://www.imperial.ac.uk/spor... |
This University-run facility is also open to the general public, either on a membership or pay-as-you-go basis. It's basic, but unbelievably cheap, combining good facilities with a great atmosphere. The centre houses squash courts, tennis courts, a gym, a pool and a dance studio. The pool is for tuition and lane swimming only. Membership costs £90 a year (with no joining fee) and gives the member facility discounts, while kids can take part in activity weeks in the school holidays for £25 a day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turkish delight in central London |
1-11 Ironmonger Row London, London EC1V 3QF United Kingdom +44 20 7253 4011 http://www.aquaterra.org/Islin... |
A stone's throw from the City, Ironmonger Row is home to more than just a swimming pool. The Turkish baths here include a steam room, a series of hot rooms and, to finish up, an icy plunge pool. If that sounds like too much of a shock to the system you can have a lie down in one of the relaxation rooms and have a snooze, watch TV or enjoy an optional massage. Other facilities include a gym, sunbeds and a laundry service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Refreshing community sports centre |
Twickenham Road Isleworth, Middlesex London, London TW7 7EU United Kingdom +44 20 8560 6855 |
A victory for all ordinary, beer bellied men and cellulite-blighted women. Rather than cater for health freaks and body fascists, this standard sports centre specialises in providing recreational and fitness activities for disabled and visually impaired persons as well as all ordinary Joes (and Josephines). What's more, it doesn't cost a small fortune in membership fees to get through the door. Inside there is a small, fully equipped gym, a dance studio offering classes in everything from yoga to tap, and two swimming pools. Outdoors there are two netball courts and a tennis court. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Community Leisure Centre |
Bloemfontein Road Shepherd's Bush London, London W12 7DA United Kingdom +44 20 8743 3401 |
This is a well-established sports centre offering a modern gym, large swimming pool and a sports hall. The sports hall puts on badminton, netball, five-a-side football and table tennis. There is also a crèche for pre-school children with a maximum stay of two hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Community Leisure Centre |
Caird Street Paddington London, London W10 4RR United Kingdom +44 (0)20 8960 9629 |
A well-established leisure centre with a great range of facilities including gym, pool, sports hall, squash courts and basketball. The most popular classes in the dance studio are Body Pump, step aerobics and circuits. There is also a creche facility for pre-school children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Busy sports centre |
Walmer Road London, London W11 4PQ United Kingdom +44 20 7727 9747 http://www.rbkc.gov.uk/sport/g... |
This large, popular sports centre has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment programme. Features include a large gym with personal trainers, a spacious dance studio offering aerobics, step etc, two sports halls (football, squash and tennis) and a brand new swimming pool. There is also a crèche, health suite, lounge bar and coffee shop. A lifeguard swim club and junior holiday programmes are offered, as are a wide range of classes. A definite must if you want most of the facilities that private gyms can offer, but at more reasonable prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Community Sports Centre |
Prince of Wales Road London, London NW5 3LE United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7267 9341 |
This is a really busy community sports centre which looks after all the fitness needs of the local residents. Features include a medium sized gym (personal trainers on request), a large swimming pool with leisure and lane swimming, two dance studios offering yoga, kick-boxing and even belly dancing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ladies only |
Millfield Lane (Hampstead Heath) London, London United Kingdom +44 20 7485 4491 |
Open daily from daylight until dusk, a visit to the pond makes for an enjoyable, alternative afternoon, especially if you bring a picnic along to make the most of the time on the Heath. The bathing pond contains only natural water and is unheated - perfect for the Spartan, the purist or the adventurous. Girls over age 8 can swim all they like, but the boys are banned to the Highgate Bathing Pond a short distance away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hotel health complex |
222 Marylebone Road The Landmark London London, London NW1 6JQ United Kingdom +44 20 7631 8010 / +44 20 7631 8000 (hotel) http://www.landmarklondon.co.u... |
The Landmark London's Health Club and Spa is open through the year. The gym is tiny and the club itself is a narrow maze of corridors. It has a small pool, which is mainly for leisure swimming, but lane swimming does take place at designated times. While it does not compare to some of the upmarket chain gyms, you are unlikely to find many other health clubs that offer complimentary fresh fruit and serve a light breakfast until 9a every day. The club also has single sex sauna, steam and therapy rooms. Six therapists are on hand to soothe your body with treatments such as Reiki, aromatherapy and Shiatsu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness Chain |
Burns Road Battersea London, London SW11 5AD United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7207 8004 |
This is one of the more established clubs in this well-known leisure chain. Members can use the facilities at all the other Cannons clubs. Features include a gym, a dance studio, a swimming pool and a sports hall catering for badminton, volleyball, football and cricket nets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness at its best |
4 Millbank Westminster London, London SW1P 3JA United Kingdom +44 20 7233 3579 http://www.livingwell.co.uk |
One of the first Livingwell clubs in the chain, your membership here will get you into all the other clubs at no extra cost. Although a small gym, you'll find a great induction programme and personal fitness training here. The also fairly compact dance studio puts on classes in Step Reebok, boxercise, tae kwon do and yoga, amongst others. The pool is used mostly for leisure swimming. Saunas, steam rooms and whirlpools are also on the premises. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hotel Health Complex |
1 Kings Cross Road Holiday Inn Hotel London, London WC1X 9HX United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7837 0115 |
This club is found in the basement of the Holiday Inn Hotel and has been recently refurbished. It is open for use by both hotel residents and the general public. Features include a large gym which is spread over three floors. The small dance studio offers classes in yoga, boxercise, circuit and aerobics. The 10m plunge pool is used for leisure swimming only. A full range of beauty treatments, reflexology and physiotherapy is also available. Finally, there is a sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sail away from the only central sailing club |
Linden House Upper Mall, Hammersmith London W6 9TA United Kingdom +44 20 8748 3280 http://www.lcsc.org.uk/ |
One of West London's best-kept secrets is the great sailing that takes place between Hammersmith Bridge and Chiswick throughout the year. Linden House is an old riverside building and home to this sailing club, associated with Thames sailing for over 100 years and, more recently, a London retreat for offshore yacht sailors. The club has a varied membership base, and benefits include low cost dinghy hire for Thames sailing, yacht crewing opportunities via their growing offshore group, booze cruises, social activities and preferential rates for theory and practical courses. Annual fees vary, but as the club wishes to attract young people, they are working on very reasonable rates for under-20s and students. If you are a beginner, you'll learn all the basics, including first aid, knots, theory and capsize drill; life jackets are provided. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everything for the deep |
Victoria Dock Road London International Exhibition Centre London, London United Kingdom +44 (0) 20 8977 9878 http://www.diveshows.co.uk/ |
On a weekend near the end of March, diving enthusiasts of all abilities and ages make their way to Victoria Dock Road to see the best in diving equipment and accessories, boats, classes and training programmes, specialised holidays and the like. You'll also be able to participate in demonstrations, try dive pool sessions, and go to a PADI village and listen to holiday seminars. Celebrity guests also make an appearance. Go on, dive in. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exclusive health club |
Stratton Street Radisson Edwardian May Fair Hotel London, London W1J 8LT United Kingdom +44 20 7915 2826 http://www.radissonedwardian.c... |
Being part of the prestigious Radisson Edwardian hotel, this modern health club is open only to guests and members, and, with membership levels kept to a maximum of 200, you may have to wait quite a while before you can join. If you do manage to get inside, however, it'll be worth it. Lusciously stylish, it features a fully equipped gymnasium, a Cleopatra Bathing experience, Hammam relaxation beds and herbal saunas. There's even a relaxation area where you can enjoy a refreshing post-workout orange juice, whilst receiving a de-stressing massage. Bliss. Membership fee is £95 for an individual and £170 for a couple. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pay as you go gym |
32 Endell Street London, London WC2H 9AG United Kingdom +44 20 7831 1804 |
In a city where the cost of keeping fit is spiralling skywards, the Oasis Sports Centre is precisely what its name suggests for those not earning huge City salaries. There are no joining fees and monthly memberships start from as little as £20 and an annual membership costs around £350. You can also pay as you go for each session. The centre's killer feature is its large (27m) outdoor pool. It also has an indoor pool for those rainy days. There are two squash courts, two dance studios, saunas, sunbeds and a health and beauty clinic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sport on Hampstead Heath |
Highgate Road London, London NW5 1QR United Kingdom +44 20 7435 8998 http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk... |
Once the venue of choice for Roundhead political meetings during the Civil War, Parliament Hill at Hampstead Heath now boasts a 400-metre running track, ten tennis courts, the Lido swimming pool and open-air bathing ponds. Chock-a-block in the summer, the Lido is famed for its hardy winter swimmers. After all the exercise, a walk on the wildlife-rich heath will show why it has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest by English Nature, and why poets and novelists such as Keats, Coleridge, and D.H. Lawrence chose to live nearby. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leisure Centre |
Shooters Hill Road Shooters Hill London, London SE18 4PE United Kingdom +44 20 8319 0720 http://www.royalherbert.co.uk |
This is a small privately owned club with a gym, dance studio and swimming pool. There is also an outside tennis court. One of the best things about the club is the number of social events which are put on for members. Reflexology treatments are also available, as is a jacuzzi and sunbeds. Pricing: £360 a year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Complete Courses |
Adonis Court, Northfield Avenue London W13 9RJ United Kingdom +44 20 8840 7772 |
Learn to dive right in the city and save time when you travel abroad to any diving destinations. A comprehensive 15-hour course will take you from beginner to diver as you learn about pressure, signals, decompression, breathing and the like in a swimming pool at Latymer Upper School, Hammersmith. All you need is your swimming costume and towel - everything else will be provided. Prices are around £200, or free for the disabled. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scuba doooo |
204 Fulham Palace Road Hammersmith London, London W6 9PA United Kingdom +44 20 7381 5000 |
Let experienced divers initiate you into the underwater world. For 15 years Scuba Training Ltd has catered to the needs of London's scuba community and it is now one of the busiest and best regarded schools in the capital. Novice courses and open-water diving qualification are some of the offers . Training takes place in one of two pools in Chelsea and Putney, and for more the experienced diver, trips can be arranged to the Dorset coast or as far afield as the Red Sea or Galapagos Islands. Don't forget your flippers! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxurious Private Club |
81 81 Belsize Park Gardens Hampstead London, London NW3 4NJ United Kingdom +44 20 7483 6800 http://www.springhealth.net |
This is a privately owned club and offers real sophistication and a relaxing environment. Highlights include three gyms, two dance studios and a refurbished swimming pool. Also check out the whirlpool spa, steam room, sauna and Clarins beauty salon. There is a creche for the kids. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major Sports Centre |
Adelaide Road London, London NW3 3NF United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7974 2012 http://www.gll.org/swiss-cotta... |
This is a well-established sports centre offering a wide range of activities. There's a very large gym with compulsory induction on joining. Fitness programmes are available too. Two studios with sprung floors, good variety of classes, lane and leisure swimming are offered. Outdoor astroturf tennis courts, four squash courts and an outdoor football pitch attract the crowds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leisure Chain |
Greaves Place Tooting London, London SW17 ONE United Kingdom +44 (0)20 8333 7555 |
A community based health centre, which is one of the clubs in this well-established chain. The facilities include a gym, studio, swimming pool and a sports hall. Sports massage and beauty therapy are also on hand. Finally there is a creche to put the kids in whilst you exercise. Review © 2007, Wcities |
