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From gyms and classes to family swimming, soft play, indoor climbing, holiday activities, ten-pin bowling and the gamified TAG Active Arena there’s a range of different activities which are suitable for all age groups.

TAG Active Arena at The Louisa Centre

Test your speed, strength, agility and bravery in our multi-level TAG Active Arena. In this real life gaming arena, take part in challenges and collect points by tapping sensors; but be warned the higher points are harder to reach! Can you top our points leader board?

The TAG Active Arena is the largest interactive gamified obstacle course in the North East and is designed for ages 8 and over.

For those who like a challenge, book a party in our new TAG Active Arena. This gamification challenge will test the whole group with 45 minutes in the TAG Active Arena and 45 minutes in a party room. Price includes TAG wristbands which party goers get to keep for their next visit. Bookings are being taken now and food is provided by the on-site thrive kitchen. Minimum 10 party goers.

Ten pin bowling

Whether it’s your first time swinging a bowling ball or you’re a bowling pro, friend’s, family and bowling ‘frenemies’ can enjoy hours of fun at Strike ten-pin bowling alley. Our eight lane centre is a great place to bowl day and night.

Climb at The Louisa Centre

Bringing some indoor fun into climbing why not try our Climb challenges which are all different shapes and sizes. The auto belay system means you can climb without experience or assistance making it perfect for beginners and experienced adventurers!

For a party with a difference try our clip n’ climb. You’ll get exclusive use of all the different climbing challenges for 45 minutes followed by 45 minutes in a party room. Bookings are being taken now and food is provided by the on site thrive kitchen.

Your party can have a maximum of 6 if any of the party goers are under 8, or maximum of 8 if all children are 8 or older.

Age and height restrictions will apply so ask for details when you enquire.

Abbey Adventure

Bounce, climb, slide and leap around three different fantastic play zones in Abbey Adventure. Crammed with the latest state of the art play equipment, for a single price, kids can take part in the soft play, trampoline parkours and Tag Zone challenge. Get your tag wristband, collect points and rise to the top of the leader board!

Soft play, Tivity Tots

  • Soft play: Crammed with slides, challenges and lot of fun our soft play areas are great places for kids to jump around in, climb and have new adventures. Peterlee Leisure Centre has our largest three-story Play Zone soft play area and during the week (term time) the Play Zone is open for little ones to enjoy during the day at Abbey Leisure Centre. We also have Play Zones at the Louisa Centre and Spennymoor Leisure Centre and smaller facilities at Chester-le-Street Leisure Centre and Teesdale Leisure Centre’s soft play is currently being refurbished.
  • Tivity Tots: At Teesdale Leisure Centre we hold soft play sessions in the centre’s main hall. With soft play obstacles and childrens’ toys to play with, it’s an ideal way to entertain little ones and meet other parents.

Multi-sensory room at Spennymoor

Exclusively available at Spennymoor Leisure Centre, the multi-sensory room provides a safe, welcoming space with equipment and different zones that stimulate sight, sound and touch.

    Swimming

    • Swimming lessons: From babies, tots to kids, our learn to swim programme will teach all the skills needed to enjoy water safely and with confidence. Whether you are a beginner or looking to develop your swimming technique find out more today and see where your journey can take you.
    • Free Weekend Swimming for 18’s and under: Leisure centres are offering one free fun session on a weekend.  Available for ages 18 years and under. Please be aware that some of our swim sessions have an age limit and supervision ratios apply. We may ask children to demonstrate they can swim 25 meters competently before allowing entry on the inflatable.
    • Swimming Crash Courses: Swimming crash courses are available at centre across the county.  Crash Courses are great for all swimmers, ranging from non-swimmers through to adults.   Our crash courses can be very helpful for children that have never been to a swimming lesson, by introducing them to the swimming lesson environment.   They also help children and adults to build their confidence in the water in a short period of time, as well as helping swimmers who are currently in lessons to progress and develop their skills more quickly enabling them to move up into the next stage. For Further details please ask reception at your local leisure centre.
    • Splashability: Sessions provide an opportunity for disabled children, young people and adults to take part in an exclusive swimming session for free if you live in County Durham. The sessions take place on Sundays at the Louisa Centre and Spennymoor.
    • Swimming clubs: A number of swimming clubs meet at pools across the county. If your youngster is interested in taking their swimming to the next level, check out what’s available in your local centre.

    Sport

    A range of sports based sessions take place at different centres.

    • Netball coaching: Taking place on a Monday at Consett Leisure Centre, this session is run in partnership with Consett Steelers Netball Club and offers coaching for all ages from juniors to seniors.
    • Gymnastics: Taking place at Consett and Teesdale Leisure Centres, the fun sessions teach the basic skills in gymnastics and children also work towards the British Gymnastics Proficiency Awards.

      Gyms

      The thrive active junior membership is for 11 to 15 year olds and provides access to the gym during specific time periods and unlimited general swimming. 14 and 15 year olds can also access some exercise classes if accompanied by an adult.

      Memberships are available at all centres and you can sign up at our leisure centres with a parent or guardian.

      Holiday activities

      Leisure centres offer a range of holiday activities from multi-sport camps to swimming crash courses.

      Contact your local leisure centre for their holiday programme.

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