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Make your summer move

Sunny days, warmer evenings and a little more freedom in your routine - summer is the perfect time to get moving. Whether you’re ready to build strength, boost your energy or simply feel more like yourself again, this is your moment to make it happen.

Make your summer move means exactly that. Move more, move better, or make the move to a gym that feels right for you.

At our leisure centres in Chelmsford and South Woodham Ferrers, we’re here to help you find your fit. No pressure, no judgement - just the space, support and flexibility to train your way, at your pace.

Step into bright, modern gyms with everything you need to mix up your routine - from strength zones to cardio, plus classes that keep things fresh, social and motivating. Prefer to keep it simple? Our friendly teams are always on hand to guide you, so you can feel confident from your very first session.

This summer is about more than workouts - it’s about feeling good, staying consistent and enjoying the process.

Why make your move with us?

  • Fully equipped gyms designed for all fitness levels

  • A varied class timetable to keep you inspired

  • Welcoming, supportive spaces where you’ll feel at ease

  • Expert staff ready to help you every step of the way

Take the first step with a free gym trial and discover how easy it is to get started.

However you choose to move this summer, we’re ready when you are.

Book your free trial today

Our all-inclusive Premium memberships give you:

  • unlimited use of our gym and fitness studios

  • unlimited access to as many fitness classes as you like (including Les Mills classes during specified times)

  • unlimited access to our swimming pools (during specified times)

  • priority booking for our fitness classes via our website or mobile app (up to 10 days in advance)

  • free ongoing support from our fitness professionals to help you achieve your goals

  • free parking (£10 annual admin fee applies)

We offer a comprehensive induction process to our facilities, including a health check (with full body composition at selected sites), a personalised fitness programme, Wellness Gym Key and a fitness tracking mobile app! (at selected sites)

With sites across the city, you are sure to find the perfect leisure centre to suit your lifestyle.

Our facilities across the Chelmsford City Sports network include:

  • three swimming pools, sensory splash zone and flume
  • state of the art Technogym equipment across four gyms 
  • large free-weight areas and functional training zones 
  • over 200 exercise classes per week, including virtual classes 
  • professional indoor and outdoor athletics facilities (Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre only)
  • ice rink (Riverside only)
  • creche (Riverside only) 
  • friendly and welcoming environment 
  • ongoing free support to achieve your goals 
  • free health checks and personalised programmes

All ages and abilities are welcome.

Like what you see? Join us today! 

Great value monthly memberships

Become a Wellness Anytime Monthly Member with no joining fee and benefit from the flexibility and peace of mind that your workout can suit your lifestyle.

Multi-site or centre specific premium memberships

Our fantastic value multi-site and centre specific memberships offer unlimited use of the gym, swimming pool, fitness classes and ice rink subject to availability.

As a Premium Member priority booking is available via the website or mobile app. There is also free parking available at each centre for our Premium Members.

  • Wellness Anytime: unlimited use of the fantastic facilities at any time (Riverside Leisure Centre, Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre, South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre and Dovedale Leisure Centre)
  • Wellness Off Peak: unlimited access of our Leisure Centre facilities during off peak hours (Riverside Leisure Centre, Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre and South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre only)
  • Corporate memberships: let us help get your team leading healthy and active lifestyles with bespoke packages available for your company.
  • Kids, young adult, and family memberships are also available. Contact us for more information.

Enquire online

Discover our latest membership offers across our four leisure centres; Riverside Leisure Centre (RLC), Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre (CSAC), South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre (SWFLC) and Dovedale Leisure Centre (DLC).

Want to find out more? Contact us today!

  • Trials must be booked in advance
  • Trials subject to availability
  • Over 18s only
  • Trials for selected facilities/activities only. Ask before booking.
  • Trials only offered if you have not used the facilities within the last six months.

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