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Porchester Centre Centenary Open Day: Join Us For A Celebration To Remember!

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Porchester Centre Centenary Open Day: Join Us For A Celebration To Remember!

That’s right! We’re getting ready to celebrate 100 years of community, health, and swimming, and we want you all to join. Next Thursday, 6 November, we will be hosting an open day event at the Porchester Centre, to celebrate this monumental milestone, and it would not be the same without you, our wonderful residents.

Find out all about the Centenary Open Day by clicking on the flyer above.

Centenary Schedule

It will be a day full of fun, free activities, and a celebratory ceremony.

Morning Sessions (08:00 – 11:00 am)

  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: Free Public Swim (Teaching Pool)
  • 9:30 – 10:30 am: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 10:00 am: Refreshments (Teas, coffees, and a slice of centenary cake)
  • 11:00 am: Official Plaque Unveiling Ceremony: Join us in the lobby as Councillor Cara Sanquest officially unveils the commemorative plaque.

Midday and Afternoon Activities (11:30 am – 4:00 pm)

  • 11:15 am: Guided tour
  • 11:30 am: Open Age Over 55’s Chair Class with Armand Botha
  • 11:30 am– 2:30 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)

Evening Fitness and Fun (4:00 pm onwards)

  • 4:00 pm: Free Yoga Session (Wellness Studio)
  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 5:30 – 9:30 pm: Evening DJ Set
    Get fit or just hang out with a DJ spinning tracks on the gym floor!
  • 6:00 pm: Free Group Cycling Session

Booking your free sessions

Book in advance to avoid disappointment!

Free swimming and fitness sessions will be running throughout the day. Due to high demand and limited availability, please make sure you book in advance. Spaces will be limited and will operate on a first come first serve basis.

Book Your Free Sessions!

You’ve Still Got Time! Sign Up For The Female-Only Lifeguard Course at Porchester

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You've Still Got Time! Sign Up For The Female-Only Lifeguard Course at Porchester

Missed out earlier this year? Here’s your chance to get qualified this October with our Female-only National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) course at the Porchester Centre, Queensway, next Wednesday 29th October. Gain a nationally recognised qualification and vital lifesaving skills that can kickstart your journey in leisure.

Whether you’re looking to start a career in leisure, boost your employability, or build confidence in the water, this intensive training programme provides the perfect opportunity. Accredited by the  Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK), this course is internationally recognised and can open doors to employment in leisure centres, health clubs, holiday resorts, and even cruise ships, while also giving you transferable skills such as teamwork, responsibility, and quick decision-making.W

Gain a qualification that builds confidence, creates opportunities, and makes a difference.

Course details

  • Dates: Wednesday 29 October – Sunday 2 November 2025
  • Times: 9am – 6pm daily
  • Assessment Day: Sunday 2 November (included in course timetable)
  • Cost: £300 or funded if you:
  • Commit to working full-time with Everyone Active
  • Stay with Everyone Active as a lifeguard for at least one year
  • Attend an interview at the site where you may be placed **Please note that the decision will be made by the General Manager and Operations Manager of the site, as they will be covering the costs**
Alternatively you may be eligible for support through the ActiveWestminster Bursary Offer via the Skills and Training Programme. 
 
Requirements
 
To be considered you must fulfil the below requirements:
  • Be aged 16+ by the date of assessment
  • Be able to swim 50m in under 60 seconds
  • Be able to swim 100m continuously on front and back
  • Be able tread water for over 30 seconds
  • Be able to surface dive to the deepest part of the pool
  • Be able to climb out of the pool unaided

What You Will Learn

  • Pool Rescue Techniques
  • Lifeguard Theory
  • First Aid & CPR
  • AED & PXB Certification included!

This female-only course is designed to create a supportive and empowering environment. Whether you are looking for a rewarding part-time job, a stepping stone into the leisure industry, or just a new personal challenge, this is your opportunity!

Enrol Now

It’s quick and easy!

  • If you aren’t already a member of the RLSS UK, you need to set up a RLSS UK account
  • Download and complete the NPLQ Enrolment Form
  • Once completed please send it to Anis Ukaye at EveryoneActive: anisukaye@everyoneactive.com
  • Anis is the main point of contact for all enquires, bookings and employment opportunities
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Exciting Reception Area Improvements At Queen Mother Sports Centre Commence Monday 27th October

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Exciting Reception Area Improvements At Queen Mother Sports Centre Commence Monday 27th October

As of Monday 27th October refurbishment work will be taking place in the reception area of the Queen Mother Sports Centre. These improvements are part of our ongoing efforts to enhance your experience at our facilities.

As always we are committed to ensuring that disruption is kept at a minimum and sincerely apologise in advance for any noise or inconvenience this may cause. 

Clear signage will be in place throughout the building, and our team will be on hand to assist you with all queries and directions. 

Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to welcoming you back to a fresh and vibrant space! 

You can keep up to date with all developments, on our social media channels, our website and the Queen Mother Sports Centre by clicking on the button below.

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Active Antz Bouncy Castle Sessions at Church Street This Half Term

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Active Antz Bouncy Castle Sessions at Church Street This Half Term

Church Street Community Leisure Centre will be running some fun and exciting  sessions for the little ones this October half term. They’ve teamed up with Active Antz to host some bouncy castle sessions, and children and families are included. 

Click on the flyer and get the kids bouncing this half term! 

These sessions are perfect for younger children, offering a safe and active indoor environment for play, movement and engagement with other children. 

Session information

  • Monday 27th October: 13:30 – 14:30pm & 14:30 -15:30pm
  • Wednesday 29th October: 12:30 – 13:30pm & 13:30 – 14:30pm
  • Friday 31st October: 10:00 – 11:00 am & 11am – 12:00 pm

How to book

 These sessions are always in high demand we advise you book in advance to avoid dissapointment
  • Via the QR code or by clicking on the flyer above
  • Via the Everyone Active app or website
  • Or in centre!

And it get better! These sessions will continue beyond the half term holidays so that children can keep enjoying this wonderful activity on a regular basis!

Adults And Children Swim For FREE This Half-term In Westminster!

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Adults And Child FREE Swimming This Half-term In Westminster!

Get in the deep end this half term! Adults accompanying Westminster resident children can enjoy FREE swimming during the school holidays* at any Westminster City Council leisure centre pool! It’s the perfect way to get the body moving, keep active and do something fun together during the holidays.

All you need is an ActiveWestminster Card, which gives discounted access to a range of sport, leisure, and wellbeing benefits across the borough.

Get your card today

*Terms and conditions apply

adult and child swimming

FREE family fitness and fun!

Swimming is a great way to have fun in the water, build confidence, and make the most of the school holidays. Please make sure you read the conditions of use and pool rules before booking.

Check eligibility and rules

  • One free adult per qualifying child.
  • Free swim session times vary by leisure centre – check their website for details.
  • Children under 8 must be supervised in the water by an adult (18+), with a maximum ratio of two children to one adult.
  • Participants must register for the ActiveWestminster card in advance. All children must be residents to quality for the scheme.
  • All swim sessions must be pre-booked. Wristbands to collected at reception.
  • Available Monday – Friday, from 10am to 4pm during school holidays (times may vary by pool).

FREE Swimming Session Slots

Booking your free swimming sessions is simple! Sessions are available in one-hour slots. Times vary by pool, please check below to avoid dissapointment.

MARSHAL STREET LEISURE CENTRE & SPA (1 pool of 30m)

  • Monday – Friday: 10.30am – 3.30pm

MOBERLY SPORTS CENTRE (2 pools)

  • Monday – Thursday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
  • Friday: 10am – 12pm, 3pm – 4pm

PORCHESTER CENTRE (1 pool of 30m)

  • Monday: 2.30pm -3.30pm
  • Tuesday: 12pm – 1pm, 2.30pm – 3.30pm
  • Wednesday: 12pm – 1pm
  • Thursday: 12pm – 1pm
  • Friday: 11am – 1pm

QUEEN MOTHER SPORTS CENTRE (3 pools)

Main Pool: Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm

Teaching Pool:

  • Monday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
  • Tuesday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
  • Wednesday: 10am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
  • Thursday: 10am – 11am, 12pm – 4pm
  • Friday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
Love this offer? You should see what else we’ve got for you! With a range of fantastic offers there is something for everyone. Explore by clicking the button below and get ready to dive in today!
FREE Swim Offers

Drum Roll Please! Announcing DanceWestminster 2025 Winners!

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Drum Roll Please! And The Winners Of This Years DanceWestminster Grand Final Are……

And that’s a wrap for another year! What a wonderful final we had for our annual pan-disability dance competition, DanceWestminster. All our finalists were truely fanatastic, and although the judges found it hard to pick, below are our winners for this year.

Dance Westminster Champion 2025

Daniel and dance partner Liam dancing to ‘Take me to church’

SECOND POSITION

Faheem and dance partner Joelle dancing to song ‘Killin it’

THIRD POSITION

Manel and dance partner Ellen dancing to song ‘Good Morning/Singing in the Rain’

OUR PEOPLE’S  CHOICE WINNER

June and dance partner Ruth dancing to song ‘Swan Lake’

Congratulations and thank you to all of our finalists for their heart felt and inspiring performances:

  • Sam Y & Ellen with song ‘In Your Eyes’
  • Yursa & Goergia with song ‘APT/Gangnam Style’
  • Jonsidney & Chloe with song ‘Unsteady, X Ambassadors’
  • Ana & Jaimee with with song ‘Perhaps, Perhaps’
  • Manal & Ellen with song ‘Good Morning/Singing in the Rain’
  • Sam H & Patricia with song ‘Timber’
  • Mariam & Georgia with song ‘Say Na Say Na’
Visit our main Dance Westminster Page for more information and find out how you can be at this spectacular event next year!