Freeman's Quay Leisure Centre

🛟 Drowning Prevention Week - Know the Water Safety Code 🛟

Today marks the beginning of Drowning Prevention Week, and we're encouraging everyone to learn the Royal Life Saving Society UK's Water Safety Code.

Whether you're visiting the beach, a lake, river or swimming pool this summer, these simple steps could help save a life:

🧠 Stop and Think
Take a moment to look for potential dangers and make safe choices before entering the water.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Stay Together
Always stay close to friends and family around water. Never swim alone.

📞 Call 999 in an Emergency
If someone is in trouble, call 999 immediately. If you're at the coast, ask for the Coastguard.

💙 Float if You Get into Trouble
If you find yourself struggling in the water, float on your back, keep calm and control your breathing until help arrives or you can swim to safety.

By learning and sharing the Water Safety Code, we can all help prevent drowning and enjoy the water safely this summer.

🚨 Chance to win a FREE membership 🚨

✅Join via the Technogym App
✅Log your workouts
✅15,000-50,000 moves = a chance to win!

Tag your workout buddy below 🙌
Make every move count! 💪

Get moving with us with Walking Sports at thrive! 👟⚽

🏀 If you’d like to move a bit more, get out and about, make new friends or try a new activity, then our Move Walking Sports could be perfect for you.

Whether it’s Walking Football or Walking Netball, there’s something for everyone — and our sessions run at centres across the county. And here’s some great news… Walking Sports are now included in both our thrive active and Move Plus memberships! That means you can enjoy unlimited access to Walking Sports as part of your membership, with Move Plus also giving you access to our Move Hub and discounts on other activities too. 🙌

Visit our website to find out more about Move Walking Sports and how to get involved 👉 https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/move-activities-sport/

Customer Notice.
Due to unforeseen circumstances the Learner Pool at Freemans Quay Leisure Centre will be closed today. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

At thrive, we believe moving is best when we do it together! 🙌

Studies have shown that there are numerous mental benefits of group exercise, including a positive feeling of community and reduced depression.

❤️ We host a fantastic range of group exercise classes at our centres with something for every exerciser, ranging from Gentle Aqua to Zumba and much more.

Book onto one of our group exercise classes now through your thrive app. 🤩

Customer Notice.
Due to unforeseen circumstances the Learner Pool at Freemans Quay Leisure Centre will be closed today. All Swimming Lessons will still go ahead today. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Reminder, bookings are now open this Fridays Zumba session at 11:45am.

Spaces are filling up so be quick and look forward to seeing you there.

💃 NEW ZUMBA CLASSES AT FREEMAN’S QUAY LEISURE CENTRE 💃
Get fit, have fun, and dance your way through the week with our brand-new Zumba classes! 🎶🔥
✨ Easy-to-follow routines
✨ Great music & high-energy workouts
✨ Suitable for all fitness levels
✨ Friendly and welcoming atmosphere
📍 Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre
🗓️ Class Times:
• Wednesdays – 7:15pm starting 13th May
• Fridays – 11:45am starting 22nd May
👟 Bring water, trainers, and your best dance moves!
Spaces are limited — book now and join the party! 💥

Did you know we have a number of session perfect for older Durham County Council residents?

Whatever your age, our Move sessions are suited for those with various health conditions, mobility needs and professional support.

Sessions include:

⚽ Move Sport - We have walking sports including cricket, football and netball sessions across County Durham
🌳 Move Walking - We offer a programme of regular walks for all abilities.
☁️ Move Classes - Ranging from seated exercise classes to yoga and exercise to music.
🌈 Move Creative - Meet new people and get involved in creative sessions including colouring and crafting

To find out more about our sessions, visit our website or talk to the team in-centre.

🔗 https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/move/

💪 Ready to get moving, County Durham?

We’re taking on the Thrive “We Move Together” Challenge from 11th May – 31st July, with a huge target of 15,000,000 move points for Team County Durham! 🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️🧘‍♂️

Every single move counts — and if you register just ONE move point, you’ll be entered into all of the prize draws! 🎉

🏆 Prizes include:
• Technogym Case Kit
• FREE gym memberships
• Family bowl at Peterlee Leisure Centre
• TAG Active Session
…and more!

Whether you walk, run, cycle, swim, dance, or train at the gym, you can help us hit the target while boosting your own health and wellbeing 💙

Let’s move together and make County Durham proud! 🙌

☀️ Healthy Habits - Foundations of Self-Care

Self-care is something we hear talked about a lot, but how can a beginner start to implement a good self-care routine?

Here's four key element that make up the foundations of self-care to help you to begin building a new routine.

❤️ Physical Activity & Health: Movement (walking, yoga, dancing) relieves stress and boosts mood. Prioritize 7-9 hours of sleep and eat nourishing meals.
🌈 Mental & Emotional Wellness: Practice mindfulness by staying present, tracking your thoughts in a journal, and limiting screen time to reduce anxiety.
💬 Social Connection: Maintain relationships with friends and family, and do not hesitate to ask for support.
🌙 Setting Boundaries: Learn to say "no" to tasks that overwhelm you to protect your energy.

All of these changes can add up to significant changes over time - try implementing this into your routine and see how you feel!