Havant gym scoops top fitness industry award, bringing community together for health and fitness
Havant Leisure Centre scooped the top prize for Horizon Leisure for being a stand-out community leisure operator, thanks to its wide range of neighbourhood-led initiatives, including the unique drop-in Wellness Hub in Meridian Shopping Centre.
It was a good night all round for Horizon Leisure, with Waterlooville Leisure Centre also being shortlisted at the awards in the prestigious Regional Gym of the Year (South) category.
National Fitness Awards’ director, Dominic Musgrave said: “This year’s winners should be very very proud – the high standard of entries made it a tough job to select a final shortlist never mind a winner and runner-up in each category.”
We’re winners because we’re not just another gym, we exist for the benefit of the whole community
Mike Lyons, CEO, Horizon Leisure, says: “I was honoured to accept this prestigious award on behalf of our incredible team. Their dedication, passion and hard work have been the driving force behind our success. This recognition is a testament to their commitment to the residents of Havant and our unrivalled offer to our community is a result of their collective efforts.
“We will continue to create new and exciting opportunities for the people in Havant, as we are passionate that our facilities are inclusive, welcoming and that there is something for everyone, from babies all the way up to our oldest members in their nineties.”
Be more you!
The centres are filled with real people because the team of experts connect the community to physical activity and wellbeing, helping everyone to become healthier and happier through every stage of life.
Why not pop-a-long or give us a call to see what’s available to you!?
What makes us different?
We have significantly grown our health programmes and activities, ensuring there is a range of health intervention initiatives for individuals of every age, ability level and varying health need.
Take – a look at some of Havant Leisure Centre’s initiatives:
– ESCAPE-pain for people with osteoarthritis of the knee and hip: 85% reduction in stiffness, 100% reduction in pain, 85% increase in activities of daily living, 100% felt an increase in quality of life
– 'FLOURISH' weight management programme saw 100+ sign up in opening week
– Health Referral Scheme supporting 290 people with specific health conditions, attending 1,466 well-being classes, sessions and social events
– Falls prevention classes reaching capacity after three weeks
– Long-term condition swim sessions: combining aquatic exercises, dedicated swimming lanes and expert guidance for people with conditions like arthritis, anxiety, pulmonary disease, diabetes, cancer and strokes
– Hosting a quarterly community Tea Dance
– Soft play centre saw 5,000+ visits last year
– Gymnastics and trampolining programmes enjoyed almost 6,000 attendances
– Newly launched gym membership for 10 to 15-year-olds saw 5,000+ attendances
– Free and Active programme for young people, which offers free activities every summer holiday, boasted 8,000 attendances last year
– Their first-of-its-kind Wellbeing Hub in the Meridien Shopping Mall now offering health checks and blood pressure testing.
To find out more go to horizonlc.com