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 Wokingham Leisure Centre at Carnival Hub opening
Our new leisure centre at the multi-million pound Carnival Hub in Wokingham, will open its doors on 25 July.
It has taken just over 18 months for the main construction work to be completed, which started at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.
More than 700 construction workers have been involved in the project, which is part of the final phase of our ambitious regeneration project in Wokingham town centre.
The new Carnival Hub brings together a large leisure centre and a new home for Wokingham Library, along with flexible cultural use of the space. It has been built on the site of the former 1990s swimming pool and leisure centre in Wellington Road, which was knocked down in spring 2020.
Book a tour
Ahead of the official opening of the leisure centre, Places Leisure is offering residents the chance to take a sneak preview prior to the centre opening. Places must be booked in advance.
 Stay safe from Covid-19
Covid-19 is still spreading. Protect yourself from the virus and Long Covid by getting vaccinated. This weekend the Wokingham Library vaccine centre is open:
- Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July, 9.30am-4.30pm (Moderna) - Second (if Moderna was the first dose) and first booster doses for over 18s, and second boosters for immunosuppressed people
- Sunday 17 July, 10.30am-4.30pm (Pfizer) - First and second doses for five to 11 year olds
Please bring your NHS number if you have it and wear a face covering. More information on the Covid-19 vaccine and this vaccine centre is available on our website.
 Get fighting fit this summer
Are you looking to have fun or get fit for the summer? Come and try the BXGFIT gym in Peach Place, Wokingham and get fighting fit - the fun way! The state-of-the-art facility hosts combat classes including boxing, kickboxing and juniors boxing to get you ready to take on the summer.
Looking to up your fitness? Then try a Cardio Crusher, Boxercise or Circuits class. Want to build some muscle or tone up? Have a crack at a Power Hour, Muscle Factory or Rig Fit class!
Are you looking to work heavy bags, boxing or gym training? Then the open gym is for you. You will have access to our full range of equipment from free weights and cardio machines to heavy bags, speed bags and much more.
We have a dedicated team of friendly and experienced instructors who can help you kickstart your fitness journey and achieve your goals. You’ll be feeling fit and healthy in no time!
For more information and membership options, visit our website. Alternatively, download the free BXGFit app available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and look for the ‘membership’ option.
 Power-Up Kids Activity Camps are back
Power-Up Kids Activity Camps are back, offering a range of sporting activities to keep borough children active and entertained this summer. The camps run Monday to Friday, from 25 July until 2 September 2022, excluding the bank holiday on Monday 29 August.
There are spaces available during the summer holidays at Wokingham Leisure Centre (Carnival Hub) and Loddon Valley Leisure Centre. The camps are open to borough children aged five to 12 years old. Activities* include pool fun, basketball, inflatable fun, hockey, martial arts, football, tennis, cricket and more.
To book your child’s place, visit our website. Residents can also book online for the October half-term activity camps and receive 15 per cent off by using discount code OCTOBER15 at the checkout. Discount valid until 2 September.
*Classes subject to availability. Power-Up Kids Activity Camps is a separate scheme (paid by parents) to the government-funded Holiday, Activities and Food Programme.
 SHINE accepting members aged 55 and over
It's an exciting time for our SHINE programme. We've recently made a change and are now are accepting members from the age of 55!
We'll shortly be expanding our programme and will be running classes at the new Wokingham Leisure Centre based at Carnival Hub.
We believe the SHINE programme provides an opportunity for every adult to take part in regular physical activity, improving both physical and mental health as well as social wellbeing. We have a wide variety of classes on offer in numerous locations across the borough, including Zumba, aqua, standing exercise, Nordic walking, Pilates, circuits and much more.
For more information on SHINE and membership, please visit our website, email: shine@wokingham.gov.uk or call (0118) 974 3728.
 Dementia friendly tea dances
Do you live with or know someone living with dementia?
Every first Monday of the month, our Sport and Leisure Team run a dementia friendly tea dance in the Ashridge Room at Cantley Park Café in Wokingham. The dances are available to all borough residents living with dementia and it’s a great opportunity to make new friends, sing along, dance and have fun, all whilst enjoying tea, coffee and a slice of cake.
The tea dances take place from 12.30pm to 2pm and the next dates are:
- Monday 1 August
- Monday 5 September
- Monday 3 October
For more information and to book a place, email preventionteam@wokingham.gov.uk or call (0118) 974 3728.
 Off-peak availability at Cantley Park's 3G pitch
Our state-of-the-art 3G football pitch at Cantley Park in Wokingham has some off-peak slots available on Monday and Fridays between 9pm and 10pm. It costs:
- ¼ pitch £12.80
- Half pitch £25
- Full pitch £50
Email: Pitch.bookings@wokingham.gov.uk to book your slot or to find out more information.
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