Freeman's Quay gym

In line with the Prime Minister's announcement that England will move to 'Plan B' to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus, face coverings must be worn in your local leisure centre from Friday 10 December 2021.

Face masks or face coverings are required for all staff and the public when in the leisure centre with certain exemptions which include anyone with a health condition or disability, and those under the age of eleven. Face coverings may only be removed while eating.

Gym opening hours

• Monday 6.30am to 8.30pm
• Tuesday 6.30am to 8.30pm
• Wednesday 6.30am to 8.30pm
• Thursday 6.30am to 8.30pm
• Friday 6.30am to 8.30pm
• Saturday 7.30am to 4.30pm
• Sunday 7.30am to 4.30pm

Membership

If you are interested in becoming a member, see our  page for more information or contact one of our centres to arrange an induction.

Young lifestyle memberships

Young lifestyle members can now book any session in the gym, this now does not have to be a specific young lifestyle session.

Join today

Take out a gym membership and enjoy unlimited gym use during opening times, public swimming sessions and group exercise classes. Sign-up for a gym or swim membership online - the quickest and easiest way to join.

Membership prices

Membership includes:

• Free 1:1 personal programme
• Free sauna and steam where available
• £1 swimming at Chester-le-Street leisure centre and Woodhouse Close leisure complex
• Discounted group exercise classes at Abbey, Meadowfield and Chester-le-Street leisure centres, Woodhouse Close and Riverside leisure complexes

With this membership, you'll have the same access to Newton Aycliffe, Shildon-Sunnydale, Spennymoor and Teesdale leisure centres. See our Leisure memberships - terms and conditions for more information.

Freeman's Quay gym is run in partnership with Lifestyle Fitness. The gym is fully kitted out with high quality cardiovascular and strength equipment to ensure a thorough and enjoyable workout each time you step inside.