Avondale

Facilities at Avondale

Gym and health hub

Gym and health hub

Our Avondale gym offers a clean, spacious environment to exercise and socialise with a range of cardio and resistance equipment such as treadmills and cable machines. There’s plenty of choice for everyone, with a variety of weights and a shadow boxing area complete with a punch bag!

Avondale is also home to an award winning ‘health hub’ which provides inclusive IFI equipment for our members who would like a non-intimidating exercise environment.

If you’re new to the gym, or would like further guidance, please chat with one of our friendly fitness coaches to get the most out of your experience with us.

Fitness courses

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Fitness courses

StrongHer – beginners weightlifting course for women.

Course start dates:
Next course coming January 2025

Spend six-weeks with our expert coaches and learn everything you need to lift weights safely, efficiently and with confidence, alongside other likeminded women. We’ll teach you how to squat, deadlift, press and pull as well as loads of other essentials! By end of this six-week course, you’ll know how to perform all the main exercises needed to lift weights with confidence.

This course is designed for complete beginners, so even if you’ve never touched a weight before you’ll get along just fine. However, if you do have some experience of lifting weights, you’ll also find this course very beneficial in learning how to structure your workouts, how to lift correctly and iron out any bad habits you may have picked up!

The six-week course is priced at £135.00 and includes:

Two 60-minute group sessions per week (four members per group)
Six-week resistance and HIIT training programme
Core stability training
Benefits of lifting weights
How to feel more confident in the gym
How to structure a good warm up

Days and times:

Monday: 7.00pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 8.00am and 7.00pm
Saturday: 10.00am
Sunday: 11.00am

Secure your place with a member of the reception team at Life Leisure Avondale.

Group exercise classes

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Spin bikes in the studio at Life Leisure Avondale

Group exercise classes

Life Leisure offer a fantastic range of group exercise classes catering for all fitness levels and abilities, such as HIIT, Body Pump, Yoga and Spin. Some classes are more intense than others, but each class can be modified for all abilities with adaptations for exercises given where needed.

All classes can be booked up to seven days in advance and we highly recommend doing so where possible to avoid disappointment. Members can book via the Life Leisure app or website.

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Swimming pool

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Swimming pool

Life Leisure Avondale features a 25m indoor swimming pool which is perfect for exercising or winding down after a workout in the gym or in one of our studio classes. Whether you want to focus on your lengths in a lane swimming session or spend quality time with your little ones in a family session, Avondale host a variety of sessions to suit your needs.

Baby Splash sessions are also available for children aged 0-2 years.

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Swimming lessons

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Swimming lessons

We are proud to offer swimming lessons at Life Leisure Avondale. The swimming scheme provides our younger generation with the skills and confidence they need when it comes to feeling comfortable in the water.

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Sports hall

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Sports hall

Beginner or pro we have you covered, with four courts available in our sports hall for activities such as badminton, table tennis and more. We also cater for groups or clubs who would like to block out a time on a weekly basis, it’s a great way to socialise and something to look forward to each week.

Recently added: Pickleball!

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, over a net. It couldn’t be easier to have a go at Pickleball and discover for yourself just how much fun it is! Suitable for adults and juniors, so perfect for some family fun.

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Taekwondo club

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Taekwondo club

Beginners classes now on. Everyone is welcome!

Mixed classes ideal for families on Thursdays:

Thursdays 6.00pm (Ages 5+)

Separate adult and kids classes on Sundays:

Sundays 4.00pm (Ages 5-12)
Sundays 5.00pm (Ages 13+)

Participants are required to wear loose clothing. Free t-shirt provided after four classes.

For more information, please contact the centre on 0161 477 4242

Kids activities

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Kids activities

Life Leisure Kids classes cater for children aged 5–12 years old and with our specially designed reward scheme encouraging children to make sessions part of their weekly routine.

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Accessibility and parking

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Individual who requires a prosthetic limb performing a deadlift

Accessibility and parking

Facilities

Accessible changing rooms with shower and toilet.
Hoist on poolside.
Lift.
Wheelchair access.
Free onsite parking with disabled parking bays.
Ground floor fire exits.

Access for carers & support workers

Carers and support workers can access the facility free of charge to accompany an individual to the gym or pool at Life Leisure Avondale. Please note, a leisure key companion card is required to set up a casual companion account with a member of our reception team to enable access.

Gym equipment

All matrix equipment has extra adjustments for accessibility purposes. Users may also be able to use the StarTrack DAP depending on circumstance.

Equipment for people who cannot leave their wheelchair include:
• Matrix – Seated row.
• Matric – Chest press.
• Matrix – Shoulder press.
• Matrix – Lat pull down.
• Stair Master Air Fit UB – Hand bike.

Other equipment for participants who can leave their wheelchair:
• Matrix – Leg curl.
• Matrix – Leg extension.

If you require any assistance or guidance on how to use the equipment and make the reasonable adjustments, please don’t hesitate to ask a member of the fitness team who would be happy to help.

Swimming pool

Life Leisure Avondale provide a SEND family swim session and supported swimming lessons. Supported swimming lessons run from 3.50pm – 5.30pm and the SEND family swim sessions run alongside this from 4pm – 5.25pm. Bookings must be made in advance to avoid disappointment.

Memberships
available at Avondale

HUB

Access to the gyms, swimming pools and group exercise classes at five Life Leisure hubs.

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HUB

Our HUB membership enables you access to the gyms, swimming pools* and group exercise classes at the following Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Stockport Sports Village

You can also enjoy the use of the following relaxation facilities:

Thermal suite at Life Leisure Hazel Grove: Sauna and steam room
Sauna at Stockport Sports Village

Payment options
£34.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12-months.

Please contact the team at your preferred hub for more information, or to book a tour of the facilities.

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HUB (swim only)

Access to public swimming at Life Leisure Avondale and Grand Central.

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HUB (swim only)

This membership enables you to access to public swimming sessions and aqua aerobics classes at:

Life Leisure Avondale
Life Leisure Grand Central

You can also enjoy the use of the health suite at Life Leisure Grand Central which includes: Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi.

Payment options
£26.50 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12-months.

Please contact the team at your preferred hub for more information, or to book a tour of the facilities.

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HUB (gym only)

Access to the gym only at five Life Leisure hubs.

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HUB (gym only)

This membership enables you to access to the gym at the following Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Grand Central
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Stockport Sports Village

You can also enjoy the use of the following relaxation facilities:

Health suite at Life Leisure Grand Central: Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi
Sauna at Stockport Sports Village

Payment options
£26.50 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12-months.

Please contact the team at your preferred hub for more information, or to book a tour of the facilities.

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Kids

Suitable for children aged 5-12 with access to all Life Leisure Kids classes and selected public swimming sessions.

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Kids

Our Kids membership is suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years and enables access to all Life Leisure Kids classes and age appropriate swimming sessions* at all Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Cheadle*
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Hazel Grove*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Life Leisure Romiley*
Stockport Sports Village

Payment options
£17.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12 months.

Kids add-on available on all adult membership packages for £10.00 per month. *Must be parent or guardian of child.

Kids memberships are currently unavailable to purchase online, as proof of eligibility is required. For more information, please visit your local Life Leisure hub or email our Memberships team. Joiners will require a parent/guardian present upon joining.

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Teens

Suitable for your people aged 13-19 with access to gym, swim and selected classes at all Life Leisure hubs.

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Teens

Our Teens membership is suitable for young people aged 13 – 19 and enables access to the gym, swimming* and age appropriate off-peak group exercise classes at all Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Cheadle*
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Hazel Grove*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Life Leisure Romiley*
Stockport Sports Village

Payment options
£28.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12 months.

Teen add-on available on all adult membership packages for £15.00 per month. *Must be parent or guardian of child and only valid for teens aged 13 – 15 years.

Teen memberships are currently unavailable to purchase online, as proof of eligibility is required. For more information, please visit your local Life Leisure hub or email our Memberships team. Those aged under 16 years old require a parent/guardian present upon joining.

Off-peak classes: Before 5.00pm Monday – Friday and any time Saturday and Sunday. Age appropriate classes include spin, circuits and body conditioning.

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60+

Access to the gym, swim and group exercise classes at at Life Leisure hubs.

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60+

We offer a 60+ concession membership with access to the gym, swimming pools* and group exercise classes at all Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Cheadle*
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Hazel Grove*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Life Leisure Romiley*
Stockport Sports Village

You can also enjoy the use of our relaxation facilities which include:

Health suite at Life Leisure Grand Central: Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi
Thermal suite at Life Leisure Hazel Grove: Sauna and steam room
Sauna at Life Leisure Cheadle and Stockport Sports Village
Sauna and steam room at Life Leisure Romiley

Payment Options
£38.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12 months.

60+ memberships are unavailable to purchase online, as proof of eligibility is required. For more information, please visit your local Life Leisure hub or email our Memberships team.

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Leisure Key

Access to the gym, pools and off-peak group exercise classes at all Life Leisure hubs for Leisure Key holders.

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Leisure Key

Those with a valid Leisure Key card are eligible for a discounted membership at Life Leisure hubs in Stockport. Our Leisure Key membership provides access to the gym, pools* and off-peak group exercise classes at:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Cheadle*
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Hazel Grove*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Life Leisure Romiley*
Stockport Sports Village

Payment Options
£30.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term contract).

Option to pay upfront for 12-months.

Leisure Key memberships are currently unavailable to purchase online, as proof of eligibility is required. For more information, please visit your local Life Leisure hub or email or Memberships team.

If you do not currently hold a valid Leisure Key card, you can view information on eligibility criteria and how to apply here.

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Corporate

Access to the gym, swim and group exercise classes at all Life Leisure hubs at an exclusive rate for employees and family of our corporate partners.

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Corporate

At Life Leisure, we’re big on supporting local and giving as much as we can to the people of Stockport. As part of our efforts, we offer selected local companies an exclusive membership rate, helping us to provide the opportunity for all Stockport residents to get active in whichever way you choose. Our corporate membership is also extended to spouses/partners of employees living at the same address.

Our corporate membership enables you access to the gyms, swimming pools* and group exercise classes at all Life Leisure hubs:

Life Leisure Avondale*
Life Leisure Brinnington Park
Life Leisure Cheadle*
Life Leisure Grand Central*
Life Leisure Hazel Grove*
Life Leisure Houldsworth Village
Life Leisure Romiley*
Stockport Sports Village

You can also enjoy the use of our relaxation facilities which include:

Health suite at Life Leisure Grand Central: Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi
Thermal suite at Life Leisure Hazel Grove: Sauna and steam room
Sauna at Life Leisure Cheadle and Stockport Sports Village
Sauna and steam room at Life Leisure Romiley

Payment options
£38.00 monthly direct debit (minimum three-month initial term onto a rolling direct debit).

Option to pay upfront for 12-months.

Corporate memberships are currently unavailable to purchase online as proof of eligibility is required. For more information on corporate memberships, please email ellen.mcdowall@lifeleisure.net.

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