Middleton Arena

11/09/2026

Improve your wellbeing and get creative - join the Aloe Veras Art Group! 🖌️

Whether you're a total newbie to art, an occasional dabbler or you want to pick up a skill you left behind long ago, these informal sessions are designed to be sociable, help combat isolation and promote creativity through a range of different mediums 🎨

Sessions are free and take place at Art House Middleton in Middleton Arndale Shopping Centre every other Monday.

Find out more here 👉 https://ow.ly/s9n050ZLXhI

11/09/2026

Do you have a passion for gymnastics enjoy helping young people develop new skills and confidence?

We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated people to join our gymnastics coaching team. Whether you’re already a Level 1 qualified coach or looking to start your coaching journey, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer opportunities for those interested in achieving their Level 1 Gymnastics Coach qualification, providing support and development to help you build a rewarding coaching career.
As part of our gymnastics programme, you’ll help children and young people build confidence, develop new skills, stay active, and most importantly, have fun in a safe and supportive environment.

Funded Level 1 available or Level 1 qualified
For those aged 16+

Applications close Wednesday 30 September

For further information or to register your interest, please contact [email protected]

10/09/2026

⚽ CALLING ALL FOOTBALL FANS ⚽

Tomorrow night we welcome Harry Redknapp to Middleton, as he shares stories from his career as both a player and manager of multiple Premier League clubs.

Last few tickets 👉 https://ow.ly/trFj50ZLWHL

And next month, An Evening with the Treble Winners is a must-see for Man United fans, as three legends of the club: Andy Cole, Dennis Irwin, and David May gather to reminisce about their glory days.

📅 Friday 23 October
🎟️ https://bit.ly/4xmsyXh

10/09/2026

We have a range of sessions from baby and preschool classes to lessons for non-swimmers, beginners, improvers and advanced swimmers.
We’ve also added sessions for teens and adults, so no matter your age or ability, there’s something for everyone.

Various times during evenings and weekends
30 minute lessons
£28.50 per month
For those aged 3+

For more information or to book, please speak to a member of the team in centre or fill out the form on this webpage for childrens https://www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/activities/childrens-swimming-lessons/ or this webpage for adults https://www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/activities/adult-swimming-lessons/

10/09/2026

Limited parking on Saturday 12 September

Please note, due to competition events taking place, there will be very limited parking at Middleton Arena. Please leave time to find alternative parking.

10/09/2026

Join us for free activities on National Fitness Day!
Wednesday 16 September

Bring a friend for free:
Body Balance 2.15 - 3pm
Body Combat 5.15 - 6pm
Cardio Tone 7.15 - 8pm

Free racket sports:
Pickleball* 8.30 - 9.30am
12.30 - 3pm
Squash* 8.30 - 9.30am
12.30 - 3pm
Badminton*
8.30 - 9.30am
12.30 - 3pm

For more information or to book, please speak to a member of the team or call us on 0161 662 4000

*Free racket sport includes one court only

09/09/2026

⚠️ LAST FEW TICKETS ⚠️

🎤 Let the Music Play - The Legend of Barry White
📅 Friday 2 October
🎟️ https://ow.ly/ShMp50ZLvkt

Don't miss the last few tickets for the only UK touring show dedicated to the maestro and legend Barry White. Direct from the USA, vocalist William Hicks, also known as “the big man with the big voice”, performs all the hits, including You’re the First, the Last, My Everything; Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe; You See the Trouble with Me and many more!

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

Beginners Snorkelling (must be able to swim 1 length)
An introduction to basic snorkelling involves swimming along the surface of the water and enjoying the underwater world equipped with a mask, a snorkel and fins.

Advanced Snorkelling (must be able to swim 2 lengths)
The course involves under water routines, understanding underwater communication skills and fin swimming.

Badges and certificates can be purchased for awards achieved.

Tuesday 27 - Friday 30 October
10.45 - 11.30am

Price = £28

To book, please click this link and fill in the form: https://www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/swim-academy-school-holiday-activities-summer-2026/

08/09/2026

Functional Fitness

Aimed at people with long term conditions, to help to strengthen joints and muscles and improve balance and mobility.

Heywood Sports Village
2 October - 4 December
Fridays, 3 - 3.45pm

Middleton Arena
30 September - 2 December
Wednesdays, 1.15 - 2pm

Rochdale Leisure Centre
1 October - 3 December
Thursdays, 3.15 - 4pm

If you’d like to join a course or would like any more information, please contact
[email protected]

01706 926235
07890 250655