National Fitness Day 2026

Looking for a reason to kickstart your fitness journey? This September, thrive Leisure is celebrating National Fitness Day with a month packed full of exciting challenges, free activities and fantastic prizes to help you move more and feel great.

Whether you’re a regular gym-goer, keen swimmer, class enthusiast or completely new to exercise, there has never been a better time to get active.

Throughout September, residents can claim a FREE 7-Day thrive active Pass, giving access to our gyms, swimming pools and fitness classes across County Durham.

If you’re looking for a gentler way to get moving, our FREE 7-Day Move Plus Pass offers access to:

It’s the perfect opportunity to discover activities that suit your lifestyle and fitness level.

Why not step outside your comfort zone and try a new activity this month?

Selected centres will be hosting free taster sessions including:

And if you’ve always wanted to start running, our popular Couch to 5K programme returns this September, with courses running at sites across the county to help beginners build confidence and fitness in a supportive environment.

On Wednesday 16 September, thrive Leisure members can visit their local leisure centre and take a spin on our prize wheel for the chance to win:

We’re also rewarding members for staying active throughout September with our exciting Technogym MOVE Challenges.

Earn MOVE points through the Technogym App for your chance to win fantastic prizes, including free memberships.

Achieve 2,000 MOVE points on 16 September and you’ll be entered into a draw to win a FREE 12-month membership.

Reach one of the following milestones during September for additional chances to win:

The more you move, the more chances you have to be rewarded.

Whether you’re trying your first fitness class, getting back into exercise or challenging yourself to achieve more, National Fitness Day is the perfect opportunity to discover everything thrive Leisure has to offer.