About Peterlee Leisure Centre
Peterlee Leisure Centre boasts a state of the art gym with Technogym equipment, studios including a virtual cycling studio and a mind and body studio.
Strike up a pose in the bowling alley and enjoy time with friends and family.
Younger guests will enjoy the soft play, with three levels of entertainment.
Round up a visit with a coffee, cake or meal in the centre’s thrive kitchen.
Gym
The gym is installed with the latest Technogym equipment, comprising over 200 pieces of equipment from cardio, strength, and functional kit with equipment such as Olympic half racks, a power rack, a hack squat and other plate loaded strength equipment, screens to guide your technique/form and much more.
The new gym will also feature SKILLX area for functional group sessions throughout the day or any time use. SKILLX is a high intensity training experience developed to maximise the athletic potential in us all.
All equipment links to you personally through our Technogym app so you can track your training, stay in touch with your instructors, receive programmes, join online classes and even link your Strava and Garmin to mimic your favourite rides and routes.
You can download the Technogym app in advance of your visit and create an account, if you do not already have one.
Do not track your training? Simply log into Netflix instead or choose to run around the world on the worldwide built-in maps.
The leisure centre also has Tanita body composition scales which can help you track ten different measurements, like muscle mass, to support your fitness journey. Our friendly team are also on hand to offer advice and motivation to help you reach your goals.
Exercise classes
Our leisure centre has a range of classes to suit your needs, whether you’re new to exercising, it’s been a while, or you attend regularly.
Exercise classes are a fun way to get active, with the benefits of an instructor to guide you through the routine with helpful hints and tips along the way. We offer a range of classes suitable for all levels of fitness and abilities.
The fitness studios at Peterlee Leisure Centre have recently been refurbished and include virtual cycling, mind and body and multi-use studios.
The virtual studio features a purpose-built group cycling experience where you can take part in a personally tracked session, a virtual class or a FreeBeats instructor lead class, all with visuals, sounds and lighting effects.
The multi-use studio is home to a whole host of other classes from dance to Tai Chi, there’s something for everyone.
Swimming pool
The swimming pool area is temporarily closed during upgrade work. During the closure period you can swim at one of our other leisure centres.
If you are a swim member and have questions about your membership please contact us.
Move
Need a little help to get moving? Move is about supporting you on your journey to get moving. Whether you’re looking for advice to stay motivated, social activities, easy classes or interested in joining the Move Hub, our programme offers a range of opportunities which are at the right level for you.
Book an appointment or tour
If you’d like to find out more about taking out a membership or about our gyms, swimming pools, Move Hub or classes contact us to book a free welcome visit at one of our sites. A member of our team will guide you around your chosen centre and answer any questions you may have.
Play zone
The new play zone opens on Monday 30 October.
Kids can climb, slide and tumble their way through through three levels of fun. The soft play includes a dedicated zone for babies and tots to keep little ones engaged and entertained.
The new play zone area also includes a café serving healthy snacks and tasty treats, the perfect way to relax while the kids have fun.
Our new play zone will be available to hire for parties.
Ten pin bowling
The bowling alley features eight lanes of fun, whether your a bowling pro or a complete beginner, Strike is a great place to enjoy with friends and family.
Plus, four lanes feature Stark interactive technology, with immersive graphics to create your own adventure.
The bowling alley also features a bar to enjoy food and drinks during your visit.
thrive kitchen
Enjoy a visit to the thrive kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and snacks with hot and cold refreshments. Why not treat yourself to a coffee when the kids play, or enjoy an evening pizza with your ten pin bowling.