Investment goes on in leisure centres
Whilst other authorities struggle to invest in their leisure provision, Denbighshire remains committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money facilities.
The last 12 months have seen a number of exciting developments across the County, including a new fitness suite at Llangollen Leisure Centre and Denbighshire’s first 3G 5-a-side pitch at Corwen. And, following the opening of a brand new centre and 3G facility in St Asaph last September, the facilities were further enhanced in May with a new HiT training room.
Developments are continuing at a pace, with the latest phase in the re-development of Rhyl Leisure Centre complete. The Council has opened the centre’s 25-bike Group Cycle Studio which features tailored sound and lighting systems. The studio will offer 15 group cycle classes per week, including early morning and evenings, as part of a new timetable. Councillor Bobby Feeley, the Council’s lead member for Well-being and Independence, said: “This studio is the latest addition to Rhyl Leisure Centre which has undergone a significant £1.2m re-development over the past 12 months.
“We are truly proud of our track record in investing in our leisure facilities, at a time when many other councils are considering closing such facilities.
“We recognise the benefits of our facilities in improving the health and well-being of our residents through making our communities resilient, which is a priority for the Council.”
Group Cycle is a non-impact activity which puts very little stress on knee hip and ankle joints and is one of the highest burning calorie studio sessions available, with the rider being able to tailor the workout to their ability by adjusting their own bike.
The final phase of the re-development will see the centre’s new gym open on July 3 and features the latest Technogym cardio and resistance equipment with virtual outdoor training routes.
New equipment includes Skill Runs, which allow runners to perform parachute and sled training, and a stair climber.
The centre’s changing rooms have also received a complete upgrade and will be open on July 3.
Work also starts shortly on upgrading Ruthin Leisure Centre’s pool hall and changing rooms, and on upgrading changing rooms at Prestatyn Leisure Centre.
These projects are just a snapshot of the exciting programme of improvements taking place at Denbighshire Leisure facilities - call into your local Centre and see for yourself!
We will also be asking parents who want their children to receive swimming lessons in Welsh, about their needs. We will then work to identify where and when future lessons in Welsh will be held.