Abbey Leisure Centre

06/11/2026

Whatever your age, let’s get moving!

Looking to get back into an activity you love, try something new or simply find more ways to stay active? Everyone Active is much more than a leisure centre, it's a community 🌟

Discover all-age sessions and classes designed for older adults at one of our centres across the country.

Visit the link below to learn more about the campaign and discover senior activities.

🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6WAu

04/11/2026

Age is Just a Number is BACK for its 6th year! 🤩

We’re shining a spotlight on the importance of staying active, trying new things and keeping connected at every age.

Whether you’re looking to get back into an activity you love, try something completely new or simply find more ways to stay active and connected, there’s much more than you expect at Everyone Active 💙

From all-age sessions to classes designed for older adults, our 260+ centres offer plenty of ways to get moving, meet new people and enjoy being active – whatever your age or experience.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing inspirational stories and fun content to shine a light on the importance of physical exercise and social connection.

Head to the link below to discover more about the campaign and find activities at your local Everyone Active centre.

🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6ThN

01/11/2026

Age is Just a Number!

We’re celebrating the importance of staying active, keeping connected and making the most of every stage of life!

Have you got involved yet? 👀 What are you waiting for?
Whether you’re looking for a new activity, a way to connect or to simply get more active, Everyone Active has you covered💙

Head to the link below to discover more about Age is Just a Number and find activities at your local Everyone Active centre.

🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6OVD

30/10/2026

🎃👻 A SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN AT ABBEY LEISURE CENTRE! 💀🕸️

This Halloween marks the end of our YOU+ Movement Month, and we’re reminding everyone that looking after your health doesn’t have to be a scary experience! 🦇

🧙‍♀️ No magic spells needed to get moving!
🧟 Don’t let your fitness become a thing of the past!
🫀 Give your heart and lungs a treat with regular exercise!
👻 Discover your cardiovascular fitness with VO₂ Max testing powered by Hero!

Whether you’re a Jedi Master, a spooky skeleton or just starting your fitness journey, there’s something for everyone!

💚 Don’t let your future health come back to HAUNT you… Move for your future self!

And remember… May the FORCE be with YOU+! 🌌⚡

Happy Halloween from all of us at Abbey Leisure Centre! 🎃🧡

EveryoneActive AbbeyLeisureCentre

26/10/2026

💙 FREE PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING AT ABBEY LEISURE CENTRE! 💙

Men’s health matters! 💚

We’re pleased to be supporting CHAPS – The Men’s Health Charity, the Matchroom Charitable Foundation and Apple to offer 45 FREE PSA tests to help raise awareness of prostate cancer and encourage men to take care of their health.

📅 Wednesday 11th November 2026
⏰ 11am–3pm
📍 Abbey Leisure Centre, Bobby Moore Way, Barking, IG11 7HW

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, and early detection can make a real difference.

🎟️ Only 45 free tests are available, so book your test now!

👉 Visit https://chaps.uk.com/event/350 to book your appointment.

Please share this post with the men in your life — your dad, brother, partner, son, friend or colleague. A simple share could help someone take an important step for their health. 💙

22/10/2026

🌊💦 MAKE A SPLASH WITH AQUA ZUMBA! 💦🌊
🎶💃 Ready to turn your lunchtime into a PARTY? 🎉
Come join us at Abbey Leisure Centre for our fabulous Aqua Zumba classes! 🩵🌴
✨ Dance to fantastic music
💦 Splash, move and groove
🔥 Get your heart pumping with a fun workout
😁 Meet new people, boost your mood and leave with a smile!
No dance experience needed — just bring your energy, your smile and get ready to have FUN! 🥳💙
📅 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 12:15 PM
📍 Abbey Leisure Centre
Who says exercise can't feel like a party? 🎉🌊
💙 AQUA ZUMBA — WHERE FITNESS MEETS FUN! 💙

BOOK NOW ON THE EVERYONE ACTIVE APP OR WEBSITE! ✅️

🌊💃🎶

16/10/2026

Restart a Heart Day ❤️

What would you do if someone suddenly collapsed and stopped breathing?

Knowing how to perform CPR and use a defibrillator could help save a life. That’s why this Restart a Heart Day, we’re supporting the campaign to help more people feel confident learning these potentially lifesaving skills.

As a leisure community, we’re proud to play our part in raising awareness and helping people understand that you don’t have to be a medical professional to make a difference.

Take a few minutes to learn the basics. You never know when you might need them.

14/10/2026

💬 "No matter what your age is, you can learn something new."

Many people think learning to swim is something you do as a child. Aghogho's story proves otherwise.

No matter your age, swimming can open the door to new experiences, build confidence and provide a lifelong skill.

If you've been putting it off, perhaps now is the perfect time to take that first step. Find your local pool now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x6plA

Find your local swimming pools and baths in England, Scotland and Wales. Also find English swimming clubs, diving clubs, water polo clubs, synchro clubs, disability swimming clubs, and Masters clubs. Enter your postcode to find British pools and clubs.

13/10/2026

Swimming is for everyone.

💙 Every age. 💙 Every ability. 💙 Every background.

Today we're launching the latest wave of , celebrating swimming pools as welcoming community spaces where everyone can learn, connect and belong.

Follow along as we share inspiring swimming stories from across England and discover why it's never too late to start your journey through water. 💧

Find out more information 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x6nvy

09/10/2026

💪🔥 WHAT’S YOUR VO₂ MAX SCORE? 🔥💪

❤️ Your VO₂ Max is a great indicator of your cardiovascular fitness, showing how efficiently your body uses oxygen during exercise!

🌟 Want to take your fitness to the next level?
Our YOU+ membership helps you better understand your health, track your progress and work towards a fitter, healthier YOU! 💚

We’re calling out our colleagues at Becontree Heath Leisure Centre to see who’s got the best VO₂ Max score!

🔥 Abbey vs Becontree – who’s taking the crown? 👑

📣 Speak to our fitness & membership team to find out your score and discover more about YOU+!



Everyone Active