Online booking |
Swimming | Tennis /
Netball / Badminton / Table Tennis | Adults'
activities | Senior activities
| Training courses
The only publicly funded leisure
centre in the City, Golden Lane Leisure Centre is a two-minute
walk from Barbican tube station. Facilities include a 20 metre
swimming pool, two all-weather tennis / netball courts and a
multi-purpose indoor hall (not suitable for indoor
football).
Our members of staff take pride in the friendly, relaxed
atmosphere which makes everyone feel welcome. For more information
about any of the activities tel 020 7250 1464 or
email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
View the virtual tour of Golden Lane Leisure Centre here.
General centre opening
hours
Monday, Tuesday and Friday 7.00am - 8.30pm
Wednesday and Thursday 7.00am - 9.30pm
Saturday and Sunday 8.00am - 4.00pm
See individual activities for specific times.
Tel 020 7250 1464 or email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Location
Golden Lane Leisure Centre
Golden Lane Estate
Fann Street
London
EC1Y 0SH
Find us on Streetmap
For information on disabled access visit
Disabled Go.
GLLC User group meetings
If you would like to become more involved with the programming
of the centre or would just like to put your views to the
management team, please come along to the user group meetings held
at the centre. The next meeting starts at 1.30pm on the following
date:
Please contact the Sports Development Team on tel 020
7332 3392 or by email at
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk for
further information and to confirm your attendance.
Retail stock
Golden Lane Leisure Centre has a number of items for sale at
reception. These include swimming and racket sport accessories.
Download details of the retail stock
here (11.8kb)
Sports partner
If you are looking for a sports partner or group - maybe
someone to play tennis with or a group who
go running, you may be able to find one on
www.findasportbuddy.co.uk.
Golden Lane Leisure Centre
memberships and online bookings
Online bookings
The Golden Lane Leisure Centre has launched its on line booking
system. You can now book the tennis, netball, badminton, volleyball
and table tennis courts on line. Simply click on the link below and
follow the steps.
Golden
Lane online booking
Members can book up to 13 days in advance but must have their
membership details to hand at the time of booking.
Non-members can book up to six days in advance and must make
payment at the time of booking.
Swimming
The swimming pool is 20 x 8m. The
variety of activities on offer means there is something for
everyone - from adult and children's swimming lessons,
sessions for women, older people, aqua aerobics and general
lane swimming. The pool can also be hired for children's
parties.
A copy of this timetable is available in large print. If you would
like a copy please call the Sports Administrator on 020 7332 3392
or by email at
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
The centre is open early for swims before
work and late for those who like to unwind after a hard day at the
office. The pool and changing facilities are immaculately kept and
friendly members of staff are always on hand to offer help and
advice on fitness matters.
The centre runs a number of learn to swim courses throughout the
year available to children from three years to 15 years
and covering beginners through to advanced improvers.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding children's swimming
lessons please email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Pool parties
Children’s
parties
Is your child celebrating a birthday, a special occasion or
celebration? Why not celebrate in style at Golden Lane Leisure
Centre. Every Sunday from 2.00pm -4.00pm. Price £62.00 . To book or
find out more information download the brochure below:
Download the pool party brochure
here (140kb)
BT (London) Sub-Aqua Club
Ever fancied taking up the exciting
sport of Scuba Diving? Well, why not start your adventure to
explore the wonders of the underwater world, with an
introductory Come & Dive session, with the BT (London)
Sub-Aqua Club, resident at Golden Lane Leisure Centre!
The 2½ hour session only costs £20.00 for more information
or to book a session please contact sub-aqua via the attached
link
www.london-scuba.com
Tennis, Netball / Badminton,
Table Tennis
Tennis / Netball
The two tennis courts are open air and available for hire
all year. The courts play host to many clubs from City companies,
and there are tennis lessons for young and old. In addition, the
courts are used for the City netball league from April to October
and can be hired publicly.
Golden Lane Leisure Centre offers tennis lessons throughout the
year for both adults and children.
Golden Lane Netball League
Golden Lane Leisure Centre are organising a fun and competitive
netball league in the heart of the City of London. Whether you are
a company team, group of friends, experienced netballers or
relatively new to the game, all are welcome to join. We provide
everything you need from - court time, qualified umpires, bibs and
high-quality match balls which are all in place for you on match
night. Matches are held every Tuesday from 6.00pm at Golden Lane
Leisure Centre May to August 2008.
If you would like more information on the league then please
contact the facilities supervisor , Denise Davy on
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Sports hall
The multi-purpose hall, which is used mainly for badminton, is
situated adjacent to the main building and is available for private
hire. As the walls of the hall have glass panels, the hall is
unsuitable for football. Other activities include volleyball,
aerobics, judo, short mat bowls and martial arts.
Club room
This smaller multi-purpose room can be used for table tennis,
meetings, yoga, children's parties and dance classes. The club room
is situated alongside the main building and is available for
private hire.
Adults' activities
Golden Lane Leisure Centre has a comprehensive adult’s activity
programme comprising of lessons in swimming and tennis, yoga and
aqua aerobics sessions.
| Day |
Activity |
Time |
Cost |
Booking type |
| Monday |
Aqua Aerobics |
5.30 – 6.15pm |
£4.50 |
On the day |
|
Yoga |
5.30 – 7.00pm |
£5.80 |
On the day |
| Tuesday |
Aqua Aerobics |
12.15 – 1.00pm |
£4.50 |
On the day |
|
Swimming Lessons |
Beginners 7.00 – 7.45pm
Improvers 7.45 – 8.00pm |
£65.00 per term |
Pre booked prior to each course |
|
Beginners tennis lessons |
7.45 – 8.45am |
£50.00 per six lessons |
Pre booked prior to each course |
| Thursday |
Improvers tennis lessons |
7.45 – 8.45am |
£50.00 per six lessons |
Pre booked prior to each course |
| Sunday |
Family Fun Swim |
11.00 – 12.00 noon |
£8.00 (2 adults 2 children) |
|
Aqua Aerobics
Aqua Aerobics is exercise to music in the pool. This is a
water workout lead by an instructor. This class increases your
fitness level, tones the body and burns fat. This class provides an
excellent opportunity to try a new type of activity. Aqua Aerobics
provides exercise without the impact on the bones or joints, the
water supports your body weight. Exercising in water also helps to
keep you cool. This class is suitable for swimmers and non swimmers
alike as it is performed in the shallow end of the pool. Aqua mits
and woggles are provided adding an interesting variety to the
class.
The classes are available on Mondays from 5.30 - 6.15pm or
Tuesday lunchtimes from 12.15 - 1.00pm.
Adult swimming lessons
Our qualified and experienced instructors provide expert tuition
to both non-swimmers wishing to learn the basics and those who can
swim but wish to improve technique.
- Lesson 7.00 – 7.45pm non-swimmers
- Lesson 7.00 – 7.45pm beginners
- Lesson 7.45 – 8.30pm improvers
- Lesson 7.45 – 8.30pm stroke correction
Swimming lessons are available all year round (Term Time):
Autumn, Spring and Summer.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding adult's swimming
lessons please email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Adult tennis lessons
These popular lessons run regularly throughout the year and are
great for learning beginners' tennis or improving your technique
and getting match practice.
Two six week tennis lessons are held in April and September and
a week's intensive course in August. All courses are held for
beginners and improvers.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding adults' swimming
lessons please email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Yoga
In our hectic modern world many people are taking ‘time out’ to
practice yoga - a system of philosophy that originated in India
5,000 years ago. Anyone can practice yoga, regardless of age, sex
or ability. There is no need to book for yoga; tickets are sold on
a first come-first served basis. At Golden Lane Leisure Centre we
practise Hatha yoga.
If you would like further information on our adult’s activities
please contact Golden Lane Leisure Centre on 020 7250 1464 or
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Children’s activities
Golden Lane Leisure Centre has an exciting children’s activity
programme comprising of lessons in swimming, tennis and judo and
our holiday sports camp. Activity Programme for Children at Golden
Lane Leisure Centre.
|
Day |
Activity |
Time |
Cost |
|
Monday |
|
|
|
|
Tuesday |
Swimming Lessons |
Various after school |
£52.00 per term |
|
Wednesday |
|
|
|
|
Thursday |
Swimming Lessons |
Various after school |
£52.00 per term |
|
Friday |
Judo |
5.00 – 6.15pm |
£2.90 |
|
Saturday |
Millwall football training
Tennis Lessons |
4:00 – 6:00pm
9am – 12noon |
FREE
£3.20 |
|
|
Swimming Lessons |
Various between 12 noon – 2pm |
£52.00 per term |
|
Sunday |
Family Fun Swim |
11.00 – 12noon |
£5.10 for 1 adult & 2 children. £8.00 for 2 adults and 2
children. Additional children £1.35. |
Sports camp
Every School holiday & half term (except Christmas) from
9.30 – 4.30pm on week days. Our Multi Activity Sports Camp is just
what children need in the school holidays to keep active. We
provide a wide range of sports throughout each camp, each taught by
qualified and experienced instructors. Day trips are also a regular
feature where we venture away from the centre to take part in other
activities such as rock climbing, water sports, ice skating,
outdoor pursuits centres, the list is endless. Coaching includes
volleyball, hockey, football, netball, basketball, street dance,
capoiera, boxercise, circuits and much much more.
Come along, try out different sports, meet new friends and most
of all have fun!
Sports Camps are available all year round during school
holidays:
February, Easter, Whitsun, Summer, October.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding sports camp please
email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Children's swimming lessons
The centre runs a number of Learn to Swim courses throughout the
year available to children from three years to 15 years and
covering beginners through to advanced swimmers.
Swimming lessons are available all year round (Term Time):
Autumn, Spring and Summer.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding children's swimming
lessons please email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive
application forms and information regarding children's swimming
lessons please email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Judo
Affiliated to The British Judo Association, the official
Governing Body for Judo in the United Kingdom, our judo class
provides expert coaching to guide you through skills required to
practice this popular martial art. The class is suitable for six
years to 15 years of age.
For more information please call Golden Lane Leisure Centre on
020 7250 1464 or email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Children's tennis lessons
Our children’s tennis lessons take place every Saturday morning
with expert coaching provided for the following age groups:
- Age four to eight years: 9.00 – 10.00am
- Age nine to 12 years: 10.00 – 11.00am
- Age 12 to 15 years: 11.00 – 12.00 noon
There is no need to book for lessons, just turn up, pay at
reception and join in!
For more information please call Golden Lane Leisure Centre on
020 7250 1464 or email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Family fun swim
Is your family active? Do you all enjoy swimming? If the answer
is yes then this session is for you. It is a time for children and
their families to enjoy the pool with toys and rafts in the water
and no ‘boring’ lanes. The fun starts at 11.00am each Sunday.
Children’s parties.
If you would like further information on our children’s
activities please contact Golden Lane Leisure Centre on 020 7250
1464 or email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Additional children’s sporting activities
If you are aged between 11-17 years old you could participate in
the London Youth Games. The London Youth Games offer Londoners the
chance to participate in Europe’s largest youth sporting event.
Whatever your sport you could represent the City at the games. For
more information please see
Youth Sport.
Senior activities
Golden Lane Leisure Centre provides
activities, specifically organised for men and women aged 60
plus, in conjunction with the City of London Sports
Development Team and their Young at Heart scheme.
Why not come along, take part in an activity and enjoy the
friendly social atmosphere. Our classes are open to all over 60s
and Young At Heart members and allow individuals to participate at
a suitable level for their ability.
Activity Programme for the 60+ seniors at Golden Lane Leisure
Centre
|
|
|
|
| Short Mat Bowls |
Golden Lane Leisure Centre |
10.00am – 11.30am |
£1.50 per session |
| Gentle Exercise |
Golden Lane Leisure Centre |
10.00am – 11.00am |
£1.50 per session |
| Gentle Exercise |
Golden Lane Leisure Centre |
10.00am – 11.00am |
£1.50 per session |
| Swimming |
Golden Lane Leisure Centre |
10.30 – 12.00 noon |
£1.20 per session |
Short mat bowls
Short mat bowls is great fun. It is an all-year activity
unaffected by weather conditions as it is played in our multi
sports hall. It's easy to learn regardless of athletic prowess,
affordable and a great place to meet people. Short mat bowls is
also accessible and adaptable to people with disabilities.
For more information please call Golden Lane Leisure Centre on
020 7250 1464 or email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk.
Gentle exercise
Doctors and health workers acknowledge the benefits of exercise
to the older adult and many recommend regular exercise as part of
preventative medicine. This exercise class is suitable for those
who wish to take low impact exercise and stretching to improve or
maintain their current fitness level. There is no need to book for
gentle exercise; tickets are sold on a first come-first served
basis.
60+ swimming
This session is exclusively for the older person to enjoy a
relaxing, peaceful swim in the company of like-minded people. There
are no lanes during this 60+ session and swimmers of any level are
welcomed.
If you would like further information on our senior activities
please contact Golden Lane Leisure Centre on 020 7250 1464 or email
info-gllc@cityoflondon.gov.uk
.
If you would like more information on other activities in the
City please contact the Sports Development team on 0207 332 3392 or
email
sportsdevelopment@cityoflondon.gov.uk who
will distribute a leaflet on the current Senior Sporting Activity
Programme.
Young at Heart campaign
The young at heart campaign is targeting the 50+ age group from
all over the City. The programme is designed to assist the target
group to keep healthy and improve their general well being through
providing the opportunity to try out various activities. With a
wide variety of different activities each month, which are free of
charge, why not give it a try?
Training courses
See
coach education.
Seeking employment
Are you a lifeguard? Do you have a valid, current RLSS NPLQ
Certificate? If so, Golden Lane Leisure Centre wants to know. We
are always on the look out for hard working individuals who want to
be the best to join our team. If you are interested in joining the
leisure team at the only public Leisure Centre in the City of
London please visit our
jobs section.
For volunteering opportunities see
volunteering.