About Peterlee Leisure Centre
Peterlee Leisure Centre boasts a state of the art gym with the latest Technogym equipment including cardio, strength and functional kit and a SKILLX area for functional group sessions and anytime use. There are three studios including a virtual studio which features a purpose-built group cycling experience.
The centre has a sports hall, two swimming pools and a sauna. The pools offer aqua classes, swimming lessons as well as lane swimming, family fun sessions and general swimming.
Strike an eight lane ten-pin bowling alley where four lanes have Spark technology with immersive graphics is next to the Play Zone a large three level soft play area for youngsters. Round up a visit with a coffee, cake or meal in the centre’s thrive kitchen which is open for all customers to use.
Book an appointment or tour
If you’d like to find out more about taking out a membership or about our gyms, swimming pools, Move Hub or classes contact us to book a free welcome visit at one of our sites. A member of our team will guide you around your chosen centre and answer any questions you may have.
Gym
The gym is installed with the latest Technogym equipment, comprising over 200 pieces of equipment from cardio, strength, and functional kit with equipment such as Olympic half racks, a power rack, a hack squat and other plate loaded strength equipment. There are also screens to guide your technique and form.
The new gym also features a SKILLX area for functional group sessions throughout the day or any time use. SKILLX is a high intensity training experience developed to maximise the athletic potential in us all.
All the equipment links to you personally through our Technogym app so you can track your training, stay in touch with your instructors, receive programmes, join online classes and even link your Strava and Garmin to mimic your favourite rides and routes.
You can download the Technogym app in advance of your visit and create an account, if you do not already have one.
If you do not track your training simply log into Netflix instead or choose to run around the world on the worldwide built-in maps.
The leisure centre also has Tanita body composition scales which can help you track ten different measurements, like muscle mass, to support your fitness journey. Our friendly team are also on hand to offer advice and motivation to help you reach your goals.
Exercise classes
Our leisure centre has a range of classes to suit your needs, whether you’re new to exercising, it’s been a while, or you attend regularly.
Exercise classes are a fun way to get active, with the benefits of an instructor to guide you through the routine with helpful hints and tips along the way. We offer a range of classes suitable for all levels of fitness and abilities.
The studios at Peterlee Leisure Centre include virtual cycling, mind and body and multi-use spaces.
The virtual studio features a purpose-built group cycling experience where you can take part in a personally tracked session, a virtual class or a FreeBeats instructor lead class, all with visuals, sounds and lighting effects.
The multi-use studio is home to a whole host of other classes from dance to Tai Chi, there’s something for everyone.
Swimming pool
Peterlee swimming pool is reopening on 29 April.
With two pools, a 25 metre pool and a small pool, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Peterlee Leisure Centre. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, go swimming with your toddler or take part in a water based fitness class you can do it all at Peterlee. You can also relax in the centre’s sauna.
Swimming lessons
From babies, tots and kids to adults, 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.
Move
Need a little help to get moving? Move is about supporting you on your journey to get moving. Whether you’re looking for advice to stay motivated, social activities, easy classes or interested in joining the Move Hub, our programme offers a range of opportunities which are at the right level for you.
Play zone
Kids can climb, slide and tumble their way through three levels of fun in the Play Zone at Peterlee Leisure Centre. Older children can experience exhilarating slides and problem-solve their way through obstacles across three levels of fun, whilst toddlers have their own dedicated space filled with captivating activities, soft blocks and slides
There’s plenty of seating next to the Play Zone area too, perfect for relaxing and watching your littles ones have a brilliant play experience.
Why not indulge in a coffee and a sweet treat while you wait, from our thrive kitchen. You can also order food for the family.
Strike ten-pin bowling
Whether it’s your first time swinging a bowling ball or you’re a bowling pro, friends, family and bowling ‘frenemies’ can enjoy hours of fun at Strike ten-pin bowling alley at Peterlee.
Add another level of excitement to your game with our immersive Spark technology, bowlers can choose graphics to create their very own adventure.
You can also order a coffee, sweet treats and meals from the thrive kitchen.
Parties and private booking are also available.
Parties
Play Zone soft play parties
Book a party in the Play Zone and enjoy a fun filled celebration with challenges galore. Move into a party area or a dedicated party room for food to round off an amazing celebration. Parties include
- one hour in the Play Zone
- 45 minute in the party room
- food options from thrive kitchen
Play Zone parties from £10 per child. Minimum 10 children and maximum 36.
Strike ten-pin bowling parties
Whether they’re in it to win it or part of the team, the kids will enjoy one hour of non-stop fun with their friends and family in an epic bowling party. An hour of bowling will certainly work up an appetite, just in time for great party food and drinks.
Parties include:
- one game of ten-pin bowling
- 45 minute in the party room
- food options from thrive kitchen
Strike parties from £9 per child. Minimum numbers apply.
thrive kitchen
The thrive kitchen at Peterlee is an ideal place to pop in for a coffee, linger over cake or meal or refuel the kids as they enjoy an exhilarating play session at the Play Zone or a Strike ten-pin bowling game.
Check out the menu and pop in today to try our barista coffee, locally sourced ingredients and our freshly made cakes. You can also order a pizza with your ten-pin bowling session.