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Fantastic community leisure centre in Ongar, offering a gym, swimming facilities, group workout studios and more. Flexible memberships available, but non-members are also very welcome.

🌊 DISTANCE WEEK IS COMING TO ONGAR LEISURE CENTRE 🌊 📅 16th - 22nd November 2026 How far can you swim? It’s time for ou...
02/11/2026

🌊 DISTANCE WEEK IS COMING TO
ONGAR LEISURE CENTRE 🌊
📅 16th - 22nd November 2026
How far can you swim?
It’s time for our swimmers to challenge themselves, show off their swimming skills and earn a distance certificate!
Whether it’s 5m, 10m, 25m or 50m, every metre counts, and we can’t wait to celebrate our swimmers’ achievements!
🌟 Set yourself a goal
💪 Give it your best
🏅 Earn your certificate
🎉 Be proud of how far you can swim!
Let’s see how far you can go!
GOOD LUCK, SWIMMERS! 💙

A huge thank you to our wonderful customer, Dawn, who kindly treated all the staff at the centre to this absolutely scru...
31/10/2026

A huge thank you to our wonderful customer, Dawn, who kindly treated all the staff at the centre to this absolutely scrumptious homemade Halloween chocolate fudge cake! 🎃🍫 It looked amazing and tasted just as delicious! Your thoughtfulness and generosity brought lots of smiles to everyone and made our day extra special. We are so grateful for your kindness, Dawn. Thank you for thinking of us and for sharing such a lovely Halloween treat! 🧡👻

31/10/2026

🎃 Halloween Spin Bike Workout 🚴‍♀️👻
Hop on your spin bike, let’s ride tonight,
Pedal like a pumpkin in the pale moonlight!
Spin, spin, spin, let’s get in the zone,
Ride through the spooky night, you’re not alone!

Pedal faster, feel the beat,
Halloween rhythm moves your feet!
Turn up the music, let your legs fly,
Ride like a witch through the midnight sky!

Spin, spin, spin, don’t slow down,
Ride past the ghosts in a haunted town!
Push those pedals, feel the power,
Ride through the spooky witching hour!

A huge well done to all 12 candidates who successfully completed a full week of intensive National Pool Lifeguard Qualif...
30/10/2026

A huge well done to all 12 candidates who successfully completed a full week of intensive National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) training at Ongar! 🏊‍♀️👏 It was a challenging week, requiring plenty of hard work, dedication, determination and commitment from everyone involved, but we are absolutely delighted to announce that all 12 candidates passed! 🎉

This is a fantastic achievement, and everyone should be incredibly proud of themselves for all their hard work and effort throughout the week.

A big thank you also goes to Dominic, our fantastic trainer, for guiding, supporting and encouraging the candidates every step of the way and helping them get through the week successfully. Your knowledge, patience and dedication are greatly appreciated!

Congratulations again to all 12 newly qualified lifeguards. We wish you all the very best as you take your next steps in your lifeguarding journeys. What a brilliant achievement – well done, everyone! 🌟👏

Centre🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FROM ONGAR LEISURE CENTRE! 👻🎃Wishing all our amazing members and their families a spook...
30/10/2026

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🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FROM ONGAR LEISURE CENTRE! 👻🎃

Wishing all our amazing members and their families a spooktacular Halloween! 🕷️🦇

Whether you’re working up a sweat in the gym, spinning your way through a spooky workout, or enjoying some Halloween fun, we hope your day is full of treats, smiles and a little bit of spooky magic! 🧙‍♀️💪

A big Halloween hello from all the staff at Ongar Leisure Centre — have a fang-tastic day and remember… don’t let the ghosts and ghouls scare you away from your fitness goals! 👻🎃

Stay spooky, stay active and have a boo-tiful Halloween! 🧡🖤

Hall Hire at Ongar Leisure CentreLooking for a versatile space for your next sports session, group activity, event or co...
29/10/2026

Hall Hire at Ongar Leisure Centre

Looking for a versatile space for your next sports session, group activity, event or community gathering? Ongar Leisure Centre offers flexible hall hire options to suit a variety of needs. Whether you require the full sports hall, half a hall, or even just one court, we can work with you to find the perfect space for your activity.

We welcome enquiries from sports clubs, fitness instructors, community groups, schools and organisations looking for a convenient and adaptable venue. Our aim is to make hiring a space as straightforward and flexible as possible, ensuring you have the room you need to make the most of your session.

We’re happy to discuss your individual requirements, including the type of activity you have planned, the space you need and your preferred booking times. Whether you’re looking for a one-off booking or regular hire, we’d love to hear from you and explore how Ongar Leisure Centre can accommodate your needs.

Get in touch today to discuss availability, hire options and pricing. We look forward to helping you find the right space for your activity!

The new coffee machine is finally here!!!!!
28/10/2026

The new coffee machine is finally here!!!!!

School’s out for half-term 🎉From splash zones to soft play, discover what’s waiting for you at your local Places Leisure...
28/10/2026

School’s out for half-term 🎉

From splash zones to soft play, discover what’s waiting for you at your local Places Leisure!

🎈Inflatable Fun is Here! 🎈🗓 Every Wednesday 1.15-2.15pm and 2.15-3.15pm during half term.⚠️ Places must be booked in adv...
27/10/2026

🎈Inflatable Fun is Here! 🎈

🗓 Every Wednesday 1.15-2.15pm and 2.15-3.15pm during half term.

⚠️ Places must be booked in advance, so don’t miss out – grab your spot early and get ready to jump, bounce, and laugh!

Senior Lifeguard – Ongar Leisure CentreOngar Leisure Centre is looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Lifeguard...
26/10/2026

Senior Lifeguard – Ongar Leisure Centre

Ongar Leisure Centre is looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Lifeguard to join our team!

We’re looking for someone with previous lifeguarding experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and develop into a more senior role.

As well as carrying out the usual lifeguard duties, the successful candidate will be required to cover Duty Manager shifts when needed, helping to oversee the day-to-day running of the centre and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our customers and staff.

The role will involve a mixture of shifts across Monday to Sunday, with working hours ranging from 6:15am to 9:30pm. Flexibility is therefore essential to meet the needs of the centre. This is a full time post - 40hrs per week.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their leadership skills, take on more responsibility and progress within the leisure industry.

Do you have the experience, confidence and enthusiasm to take the next step?

https://careers.placesforpeople.co.uk/jobs/vacancy/senior-lifeguard-ongar-leisure-centre-cm5/33464/description/

26/10/2026

It’s never too late to learn to swim 🏊 🧡

Build your confidence in the water with Places Leisure.

Find out more about lessons on our website.

🛟 NEW! Rookie Lifeguard Lessons at Ongar Leisure Centre 🛟🌊 Monday evenings | 6:30pm–7:30pm💷 £40🏊 Ideal for swimmers at S...
26/10/2026

🛟 NEW! Rookie Lifeguard Lessons at Ongar Leisure Centre 🛟

🌊 Monday evenings | 6:30pm–7:30pm

💷 £40

🏊 Ideal for swimmers at Stage 9 and above!
Is your child ready to take their swimming skills to the next level?
We’re excited to introduce RLSS UK’s Rookie Lifeguard Pool programme — a fun, engaging and educational way for children to develop essential water safety and lifesaving skills.
⭐ What will they learn?
- 🛟 Essential water safety and survival skills
- 💙 Basic rescue and lifesaving techniques
- 🤝 Teamwork, leadership and communication
- 🌟 Confidence and the ability to respond in an emergency
The Rookie Lifeguard programme can run alongside your child’s existing swimming lessons, helping them build on their swimming skills and confidence in the water.

💦 Does your child swim at Stage 9 or above? This could be the perfect next step!

📩 Get in touch with our team to find out more and book your child’s place!

📍Exactly where we want to be.
16/10/2026

📍Exactly where we want to be.

Me: I’ll only be an hour.Also me: 🏊 → 🚲 → 🧖
15/10/2026

Me: I’ll only be an hour.

Also me: 🏊 → 🚲 → 🧖

Our autumn wishlist is looking pretty achievable tbh…🚴 Classes that make us forget it’s dark outside🧖 Saunas that warm u...
08/10/2026

Our autumn wishlist is looking pretty achievable tbh…

🚴 Classes that make us forget it’s dark outside

🧖 Saunas that warm us right up

🍂 Wholesome walks with our furry friends

☕️ A sweet little treat (pumpkin-y, obviously)

We don’t think we’re asking for much! What’s making your autumn wishlist?

📍Exactly where we want to be.Come home for £10 and pay nothing until November 🏡Use code: JOINFOR10T&Cs apply. Offer vali...
06/10/2026

📍Exactly where we want to be.

Come home for £10 and pay nothing until November 🏡

Use code: JOINFOR10

T&Cs apply. Offer valid 16 September to 15 October at selected centres.

It's official - Reformer Pilates has launched at Places Leisure. 🎉We're excited to have introduced Reformer Pilates clas...
07/09/2026

It's official - Reformer Pilates has launched at Places Leisure. 🎉

We're excited to have introduced Reformer Pilates classes at Wokingham Leisure Centre, giving our Community access to a new workout class that's as beneficial for the mind as it is for the body. From complete beginners to experienced participants, our three different types of classes make it easy to find the right fit. 💪

We're thrilled to continue expanding our Reformer Pilates offering, with dedicated studios set to launch across selected centres over the next 12 months. Keep your eyes peeled on our socials for more information!

Local to Wokingham and want to give it a go? Book here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5uGD

New school year, new skills! 🏊 According to Swim England, a child is a competent swimmer when they can: ✅ Star float for...
01/09/2026

New school year, new skills! 🏊

According to Swim England, a child is a competent swimmer when they can:

✅ Star float for 60 seconds

✅ Tread water for 30 seconds

✅ Swim in clothing

✅ Swim 100 metres non-stop with ease

Getting kids into the water early builds confidence and essential skills, setting them up for a lifetime of staying active and having fun.

Book swimming lessons at your local Places Leisure centre online ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gGEht9

Good Boost is coming to more of our centres! 🎉Designed to help People feel stronger, move with confidence and support wi...
26/08/2026

Good Boost is coming to more of our centres! 🎉

Designed to help People feel stronger, move with confidence and support with rehabilitation, it will be launching at the following centres on 7th September:

🧡 Romsey Rapids Sports Complex
🧡 The Dolphin Leisure Centre
🧡 Alfreton Leisure Centre
🧡 Blackwater Leisure Centre

Interested in finding out if it's right for you? Find out more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5dHJ

Get a FREE PASS to Places Leisure 🏊You'll have access to all of our facilities including:🌟 gym access🌟 group exercise cl...
13/08/2026

Get a FREE PASS to Places Leisure 🏊

You'll have access to all of our facilities including:

🌟 gym access
🌟 group exercise classes
🌟 swimming sessions
🌟 Egym

and more!

This offer is on for a limited time only so make sure to grab your pass while you can, find your local site here: https://brnw.ch/21x4UdR

Address

The Gables, Fyfield Road
Ongar
CM50GA

Opening Hours

Monday 6:45am - 9:15pm
Tuesday 6:45am - 9:15pm
Wednesday 6:45am - 9:15pm
Thursday 6:45am - 9:15pm
Friday 6:45am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+441277363969

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