Gym, classes and fitness
We're dedicated to helping our members stay fit and well in whatever way suits them.
Our gym is a place where you can spend as much or as little time as you wish and get a great workout, with a range of equipment versatile enough to accommodate people of all abilities, ambitions, shapes and sizes.
The gym is open 6.00am - 10.00pm Monday - Friday, and 8.00am - 6.00pm Saturdays and Sundays.
We offer a range of memberships which give you access to our fitness facilities.
Alternatively, we also welcome day visitors - simply create your free Places membership before visiting.
Our current pay as you go prices are £9.50 for adults, £6.60 for concessions, over 65s and students, and £5.35 for juniors.
Gym support
We offer a free one-to-one support session for our members* to help familiarise you with the gym, to get to know your goals and build a personalised workout plan. We’ll ensure you leave the session feeling confident and ready to start your programme. The session lasts for an hour and can be booked online.
You are also welcome to book one free 15-minute programme review a month, just speak to a member of our team.
Our gyms are not always manned, but rest assured support is never far away. Our equipment is labelled with QR codes, which when scanned, provide you with a video tutorial.
For all your digital fitness tracking and programming support, visit the 'digital fitness' section of our Places Leisure app.
*One-to-one support sessions are free of charge to Premium Plus memberships, Premium memberships and Gym Only memberships. For Places Members, One-to-one Introductions are included in the casual entrance fee rate.
Gym etiquette
We want everyone's time in our gym to be as comfortable as possible, so we ask all visitors to remember the below when using the facilities.
- Please help us keep the gym clean by wiping down equipment after use
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the activity you're doing
- Lifting barefoot or in socks is permitted on lifting platforms only
- Make use of our lockers for bags
- Our gym's aren't always manned, so if you require assistance or support when there are no team members on the gym floor, please visit our friendly reception team
- In case of emergency, push the assistance alarm
- During busy times, please be mindful of the length of time you spend on each piece of equipment to allow other gym users to complete their workout
Junior Gym etiquette
- A gym induction must be completed before using the gym
- 1 adult (18 years+) can attend with up to four Junior members and is responsible for the Junior member's conduct
- You must follow all exercise programme advice given by our Fitness team
By following the guidance above, we hope all visitors can enjoy their visits to the gym.
Take a virtual tour
Want to take a look at our gym and the rest of the centre before your visit? Our virtual tour allows you to explore everything we have to offer.
Group workout classes
We host a range of classes, across all intensities so whatever you’re in the mood for, come along and dance, lift, run & relax with us.
Classes at Romsey Rapids Sports Complex
We operate a range of fitness classes at our centre, both in and out of the pool. Take a look at some of the types of activities we've got for you:
Group cycling
Ride like the wind with our group cycling classes. You’ll feel like you’ve had a workout with one of these sessions.
Studio classes
Offering a range of intensities from gentle and relaxing to a more intensive workout, you’ll be able to find a class that suits you.
Aqua classes
Classes range from gentle to high impact so you can work hard and enjoy the support of the pool improving strength and fitness.
Les Mills classes
Les Mills classes are enjoyed all over the world and include Body Pump, Body Combat, Body Balance, Body Attack and Sh’bam.
Low impact classes
Our low intensity classes are just as important as our high energy offering... a wide range of classes including, Steady and Strong, Chair-based Yoga, Forever Active and Healthy Backs.
Take a look at our class timetable to find the one for you. All session prices are available to view in the timetable.
Health Suite
Take time to completely relax and unwind in our beautifully tranquil health suite, featuring a relaxing infrared sauna; a calming steam room; a traditional, skin-purifying sauna; and deeply soothing, heated seats.
Health Suite
Aid your muscle recovery or simply take some time back for yourself to relax. Please see below the benefits of the health suite facilities.
Opening times
- Monday: 7.00am - 9.00pm
- Tuesday: 7.00am - 9.00pm
- Wednesday: 11.00am - 9.00pm
- Thursday: 7.00am - 9.00pm
- Friday: 7.00am - 9.00pm
- Saturday: 8.00am – 3.00pm
- Sunday: 8.00am – 3.00pm
Pricing
The health suite is included within the cost of both the Premium and Wellbeing memberships.
Buy a day pass
Health suite PAYG: £10.15 adult / £7 concession
Health suite & lane swimming PAYG: £16.00 adult / £10.60 concession
Benefits of the infrared sauna:
- Promotes weight loss and increasing your metabolism
- Supports muscular pain relief
- Boosts the immune system
- Detoxifies the body
- Reduces the appearance of cellulite
- Eases joint pain and stiffness
- Reduces stress and fatigue
- Promotes skin health
Benefits of the steam room and traditional sauna:
- Improves cardiovascular health and circulation
- Clears congestion
- Lowers blood pressure
- Stress reduction
- Eases joint pain and stiffness
- Promotes skin health
- Supports muscular recovery
Wellbeing Suite
The Wellbeing suite is specifically designed to help our members that live with chronic conditions such as MS, fibromyalgia, and osteoarthritis – as well as individuals recovering from serious illness, surgery or injury.
The studio has a variety of power-assisted machines, which support your body’s movement by working with you rather than against you. With the ability to increase or decrease the level of resistance or support, the toning tables offer a good full-body workout for those looking to get back into fitness.
Wellbeing suite
Designed to help members improve their overall fitness and wellbeing through low impact activity, the Wellbeing suite offers a variety of power-assisted machines. These machines can replace the need for traditional cardiovascular and weights-based exercises, by supporting you to:
- Improve your fitness and wellbeing
- Tone your muscles
- Strengthen your posture
- Provide better circulation
- Staying active can aid in disease prevention
- Increases athletic capacity
- Improves flexibility and joint mobility
- Make new friends
- Raises the body’s metabolism to help the body burn fat
Pricing
The use of the Wellbeing suite is included within our Wellbeing membership.
However, there is an option to PAYG for £3.00
All sessions can be booked via the app or by calling reception.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Tuesday: 9.00am – 7.00pm
- Wednesday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Thursday: 9.00am – 7.00pm
- Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
- Saturday: 9.00am – 1.00pm
- Sunday: 9.00am – 1.00pm
Staff support will be available between the following times:
- Monday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
- Tuesday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 4.00pm – 7.00pm
- Wednesday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
- Thursday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 4.00pm – 7.00pm
- Friday: 9.00am – 12.00pm | 2.00pm – 5.00pm
During unmanned hours a member of the team will check the suite every 30 minutes.
Not used the machines before? Don’t worry, our fantastic Wellbeing suite staff are always on hand to guide you through an induction and your exercise journey.
Personal training
Are you doing the same workout each time you come to gym? Are you lacking motivation? Are you not achieving your goals?
If you relate to any of the above, personal training is for you! The clue is the title – Personal training is all about you! With a range of packages & prices available, what are you waiting for?
Ask a member of the team at Romsey Rapids Sports Complex for more details or call us on 01794 835550.
Are you a personal trainer looking for a space to rent? We invite self-employed trainers to contact us to arrange a visit, just drop us an email.
Exercise referral scheme
Exercise Referral is a formalised method of enabling those with certain medical conditions, and health risks, to access exercise in a safe and effective manner. Having been referred by a registered health professional you have the reassurance of knowing that physical activity is considered to be appropriate for you.
Exercise referral scheme
About the programme
Engaging in regular physical activity can positively impact weight management, mental wellbeing, heart health and muscle and joint functions. Being active not only helps manage existing health conditions but also serves as a preventive measure against other health complications.
Exercise Referral offers an ideal opportunity for individuals with long-term health conditions to increase their physical activity and enhance their overall health and wellness.
Our Exercise Referral membership offers an initial 12-week support programme, tailored to empower individuals to self-manage their conditions with increased confidence.
Who is eligible for the Exercise Referral membership?
Individuals with a range of long-term health conditions, such as asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, osteoporosis and rehabilitation from Covid-19, are welcome to participate in the Exercise Referral Scheme.
How to enrol
If you have a long-term health condition, including those mentioned above, simply consult your GP, nurse, physio, social prescriber or other healthcare practitioner. If you meet the eligibility criteria, they can refer you to your preferred Places Leisure centre.
The Exercise Referral programme comes at a discounted rate & offers great value for money. Please speak to a member of the team regarding prices & payment options available to you.
What is included in the Exercise Referral programme?
Our programme gives you access to expert guidance and exercise prescription from a qualified instructor. Your journey on the programme will include:
- Initial health assessment from a qualified instructor
- Support on exercise goals and techniques
- Personalised guidance and encouragement
- Ongoing support & advice throughout the 12-week programme
- Access to the gym and swimming pool
- Group exercise classes
We want to support your health for the long-term and you will have the opportunity to continue your membership with us after your 12 weeks programme.
Are you a Health or Social Care Practitioner that would like more information on the Places Leisure Exercise Referral programme? Please click here for more details on referring into this programme.
Junior fitness
We believe a physically active child is much more likely to become a physically active adult. We run supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend.
Junior fitness
All junior fitness sessions are supervised by a Level 3 Personal Trainer. Please see below the timetable:
Monday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Tuesday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Thursday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Friday: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Saturday: 10.45am - 11.45am
Sunday: 10.45am – 11.45am
Please note an additional session Monday - Friday during the school holidays runs 10.00am - 11.00am.
Please book these sessions in advance online, through our app or at reception. There are 16 spaces available per session.
For more information, please call a member of the team on 01794 835550.
All junior gym users must complete a group introduction before using the gym independently. These sessions last 30 minutes and can be booked with a member of our team when joining.
Once a junior member has completed their introduction and received programme advice they can attend outside the above supervised sessions with a parent/guardian or appropriate adult (18+) on a ratio of a maximum four juniors per adult.
For more information, please call a member of the team on 01794 835550.
*Please note that outside of the supervised teen fitness sessions, juniors aged 11-15 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian aged over 16. The supervision ratio must be 1 adult/guardian to 4 juniors.
Big Sister project
Launching on Monday 5th August
Big Sister helps girls aged 9-15 in target areas feel ‘sport ready’ by recruiting a network of ‘big sisters’ to empower and enable girls to enjoy sport, exercise, and physical activity during puberty.
As part of our commitment to helping girls get into activity we are offering a free membership to girls who meet the eligibility criteria*, or a 50% discounted membership for all other girls, which includes:
- Unlimited gym use during Junior Gym hours, which includes a gym induction (11-15 year olds)
- Unlimited swimming
- Age appropriate group workout classes including exclusive We Move classes on the below dates:
- 8th August 1.00pm - 2.00pm
- 12th August 3.00pm - 4.00pm
- 19th August 3.00pm - 4.00pm
- 29th August - 12.45pm - 1.45pm
- Classes for aged 9-15
- Friendly on-site team, to support you through your activity
- Free access to Places Leisure App and Virtual Studio which includes a Big Sister channel
To sign up, please visit the centre where a member of the team will be happy to help.
*Proof of eligibility required. Click below for full details.