Richmond Moves for a Healthier Borough

The summer term is going to be BUSY for young people at our leisure centres 💪

Our centres in Hampton, Shene, Teddington and Whitton will be offering a range of fun activities for children to get stuck into from Wednesday 15 April, and booking opens on Monday!

Find out what's on ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/qvcA2

Join our next All Ability Cycling session and try out specially adapted cycles 🚲

We'll be in Kneller Gardens next Wednesday (25 March) from 10.30am to 12.30pm!

Find out more about the sessions and book a place ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/rYCA2

Ahead of International Women's Day on Sunday, we're highlighting some of the local women running safe and welcoming sporting spaces, where women and girls can get active 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Stable & Strong is a fitness studio in Mortlake focused on strength, pelvic floor and community! Founded by Caragh, Katy and Lizzie, all women across every stage of life, fitness level and body shape are welcome and can feel safe, build confidence and become the strongest version of themselves physically and mentally.

Find out more about Stable & Strong, their team, and what they offer here ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/KMuk0

Mark this year's International Women’s Day with movement and community spirit 🏃‍♀️

Take part in a variety of physical activity events to move and connect in a safe and welcoming environment.

From energising fitness classes and introductory sports sessions to relaxed wellbeing events, this is your chance to get moving more and try something new ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/WAcPB

There are many great ways for women and girls to get involved in sport in Richmond upon Thames, from grants and bursaries to coaching and volunteering opportunities 🤾‍♀️

Explore some of the local pathways and opportunities to help you take your next (or first) steps ⬇️

https://richmond.gov.uk/news/news_march_2026/celebrate_sports_this_international_womens_day

Young people aged 11-17 can now enjoy dedicated, supervised gym time at five different leisure facilities across Richmond!

Junior Gym sessions provide children and teenagers a safe, supportive space to build healthy habits for life 💪

Find out more and book sessions ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/JVXRe

Are you an athlete in Richmond upon Thames? 🏃

For the first time you can apply for support through the GLL Sport Foundation, the UK’s largest independent athlete support programme. The scheme offers a comprehensive package to help athletes reach their full potential, including:

- Financial grants
- Free access to gyms, pools, and other sports facilities
- Physiotherapy and lifestyle mentoring
- Mental health and wellbeing support

Learn more and apply by 20 February ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/LREna

🅿️ Parking update for Pools on the Park and Teddington Pools

From Monday 19 January:
• Discounted parking will be available when you pay at the new car parking machine inside reception at the two centres. Please have your vehicle registration to hand
• The machines and RingGo number in the main car parks will not offer the discounted rate
• Regular parking enforcement will resume

Please note: Refunds can’t be issued if payment is made anywhere other than the reception machine.

If you have any questions, please speak to a member of staff at the centres.

Take the first step towards a healthier, more confident you 💪

Our free 12-week Adult Weight Management (AWM) programme provides practical, achievable steps that fit real life. 92% of participants lose or maintain weight by the end of the programme!

Find out more and sign up ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/Sp2ih

Leisure and sport were at the heart of the borough this year, with:

✅ The successful completion of year one of our Richmond Moves Leisure Strategy
🏉 A record-breaking Women’s Rugby World Cup won by England in Twickenham
🤝 A new 10-year leisure partnership launched with GLL
🥇 Success for Team Richmond in the London Youth Games

Team Richmond have their medals 🥇🥈

Following their great performance at the London Youth Games Cross Country earlier this month, Team Richmond's runners were presented with their medals on Wednesday evening.

The boys won Gold in the Male Overall Borough standings, with the girls also winning Silver in the Female Overall Borough category!

Learn more ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/ZCFn9