Junior Gym, Classes and Swimming

At Active Luton we boast a great value junior offer for those aged between 11 – 17 years. From group exercise classes such as Zumba and Les Mills BODYPUMP, to gym or lane swimming sessions, there’s over 100 activities to choose from to get you off on the right start with your training.

Junior Gym
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Under 16s can attend the gym unaccompanied during the designated junior times shown below. Outside of these times, they must beaccompanied by an adult aged 18 or over on a one-to-one basis.

Juniors aged 16 and over can use the gym at any time without adult supervision.

Our Level 2 Gym Instructors are specially trained to support young people in the gym, helping them exercise safely, confidently and appropriately.

School Term Junior Gym Times

Booking not required

CentreMonday - FridaySaturday & Sunday
Inspire: Luton Sports VillageMonday – Wednesday: open until 5pm Thursday – Friday: open until 5.30pm8am – 4pm
Lea Manor Recreation Centre3.30pm – 5.45pmAll day
Lewsey Sports Park3.30pm – 5.45pmAll day
High Town Gym & Wellbeing CentreOpen until 5.45pmAll day

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‍Junior Gym School Holiday Bookings

Monday to Sunday
During the school holidays, juniors aged 11-15 attending Junior Gym without an adult will need to book gym sessions in advance.

CentreMonday to Sunday
Inspire: Luton Sports Village11am – 4pm
Lea Manor Recreation Centre11am – 4pm
Lewsey Sports Park11am – 4pm
High Town Gym & Wellbeing Centre11am – 4pm

Please note: last gym access is 30 minutes before closing. During bookable school holiday sessions, the final session starts at 3pm.
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The Active Luton app is the easiest way to make and manageyour bookings, so we recommend downloading it if you haven’t already.
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Junior Classes


We offer a brilliant junior group exercise timetable, withover 100 group exercise classes available each week.

Junior age limits for group exercise classes are as follows:

  • 11 years+: Aerobics | Aqua Fit | Aqua Step | Zumba® | 15/15/15 | Box and Tone | Core Stability | Thighs, Hips, Bums & Tums
  • 12 years+: Studio Cycle (not recommended for anybody under 4ft 10)
  • 14 years+: Barre Pilates | BODYBALANCE™ | BODYCOMBAT™ | Pilates | Stretch & Relax | Yoga | ZEN•GA™
  • 16 years+: BODYPUMP™ | Body Blitz | D&B Workout | Fight Fit | FloatFit® HIIT | Kettlercise® | Kettlebell Training | Metafit | Pure Power ½ Hour | Studio Strength
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‍Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.

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Junior Swimming
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We welcome swimmers to swim alone from the age of 8, providing they can complete a competency test on arrival to include swimming 25 metres, treading water for 45 seconds and completing a forward roll.

As well as general lane swimming there are plenty of aquatic classes to get involved with too!

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If you are interested in a Junior Membership, please visit your chosen centre of choice. A parent or guardian will be required to accompany the junior, and is required to bring proof of age with them.

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Our 8-hour Group Exercise Cancellation policy 

You have to give at least eight hours notice prior to a class, lane swim or Junior Gym School Holiday Booking to cancel.

Failure to cancel your place a minimum of eight hours beforehand will mean a strike on your account.

Three strikes on your account will result in a £6 charge on your account.

Your booking privileges will be revoked until the £6 is paid.

This policy is designed to ensure that everyone has the same opportunity to take part in our very popular group fitness classes and gets the most out of their membership.

8 Hour Cancellation Policy Frequently Asked Questions [add this question]

Does the 8-hour policy apply to junior gym bookings?

Yes, but only in the school holidays – junior gym booking is not required during term time.