The main pool at Oldham Leisure Centre will be closed for planned maintenance on Monday 18th March.

 

Failsworth
Sports Centre

State of the art gym, sports, classes, swim and more.

 

Failsworth Gym

70+ station gym with cardio and resistance training.

 

Freeweights & Functional Training

A wide range of workout options within Failsworth gym space.

 

Swimming at Failsworth

Four lane 25 metre pool for swimming and swimming lessons.

 

Fitness Classes

Over 30 classes to choose from with classes every day.

Failsworth Sports Centre

Providing state of the art gym, sports, classes, swim and much more!

 

What's on offer at Failsworth Sports Centre

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Gym

Fully refurbished in 2022, members can enjoy over 70 gym stations offering a wide range of cardio and resistance training, all supported by our fully qualified instructors.

The gym also has air conditioning, dedicated work out zones, a four-screen entertainment suite and a large free weights area and functional
training zone.

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Swim

Our modern 25 metre, 4 lane pool swimming pool is sure to make a splash, providing plenty of space and a comfortable environment for all levels of swimmers.

We offer a wide range of classes, activities and sessions for all ages and abilities. We also offer adult and kids swimming lessons, all year round to help build confidence and skills in the water.

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Classes

We offer over 30 classes to choose from every week, categorised by low, medium and high intensity, making it easier for you to choose the right class for your age and ability.

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Spin Studio

Brand new for 2022, our dedicated spin studio is the perfect location for our popular blood-pumping spin classes complete with disco lights and sound system so you can ride to the beat under your feet in the most motivating setting with your team.

Our spin studio is home to over 20 spin bikes and our spin timetable holds up to 10 mood-boosting classes every week.

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Badminton Courts

Badminton helps to improve your fitness and reflexes, and is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Our four badminton courts offer players of all levels the chance to have fun whilst getting fit. Members can book courts up to 7 days in advance for free, or non-members can book on a pay-as-you-go basis.

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Centre Information

Failsworth’s largest sports centre has a 70 station gym with modern equipment, offering cardio, resistance and free weights areas, as well as designated warm up and cool down zones too.

Our spacious studio offers the latest in classes, including a dedicated spin studio, Les Mills, and popular favourites such as Aerobics and Zumba, whilst our sizeable sports hall is perfect for activities such as badminton, 5-a-side football and netball.

Our swimming pool has 4 generous lanes and is great for swimmers of all abilities, with swim classes and sessions for everybody to enjoy.

  Monday – Friday Saturday – Sunday
Opening Times 06.30 – 21.00 08.00 – 17.00
     
Opening Times  
Monday 06.30 – 21.00
Tuesday 06.30 – 21.00
Wednesday  06.30 – 21.00
Thursday 06.30 – 21.00
Friday 06.30 – 21.00
Saturday 08.00 – 17.00
Sunday 08.00 – 17.00

We recently hosted our annual staff awards at St Anne’s Rugby Club, Oldham. This year’s awards marked the 21st anniversary of Oldham Active, supporting the community to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. There were seventeen awards, with trophies being... Read More

Oldham Active Staff awards - Winning team collecting award

Join us the 29th of January – 3rd of February for our BLAST taster week! This week will introduce our BLAST classes, giving you a 15 minute taste of these sessions. Check our timetable below, all sessions are 15 minutes... Read More

The swimming pool at Saddleworth Pool & Leisure Centre will be closed from Saturday 17th February 2024. This is to complete some maintenance work. All other facilities including Gym, Studio, Sauna & Steam will remain open as normal. The pool... Read More

We have some important news to share with customers that have a current Health and Fitness membership, a swimming lesson subscription or a gymnastic subscriptions. Starting from January 1st, 2024, there will be changes to your membership and monthly Direct... Read More

Exciting news – starting December 1, 2023, our leisure centres will be open for longer hours! This means you’ll have more flexibility in your fitness journey and can visit any of our centres at a time that suits you best. Our... Read More

Over the forthcoming weeks there will be some short closures to enable us to upgrade your gyms at Failsworth, Chadderton, Royton and Oldham. Please note: This will only disrupt the gym, not the whole centre. ‌Closures*: ‌Failsworth – Closed from... Read More

Local lad and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Gold Medalist, Anthony Harding, 22, has unveiled a plaque from Golden Gateways at Oldham Leisure Centre to recognise his success as an athlete and to celebrate the part the leisure centre played in kickstarting... Read More

Here at Oldham Active we will be investing £500k into the refurbishment and improvement of four of our sites – Chadderton Wellbeing Centre, Failsworth Sports Centre, Oldham Leisure Centre and Royton Leisure Centre. Work will begin this summer and will be supported... Read More

Customer Information – Oldham Leisure Centre Car Park There are some changes coming into effect regarding our car park restrictions at Oldham Leisure Centre, these changes will come into effect as of 1st June 2023.   The car park at... Read More

At the start of May, Oldham Aquatics Swimming Club welcomed Commonwealth silver medalist Lauren Quigley to Oldham Leisure Centre for a specialist ‘Swim Clinic’. The session included an hour-long presentation with Q&A, as well as a training in the pool to practice... Read More

Oldham Active gives more than 9000 adults free swimming lessons over the last 11 years. More than nine thousand adults have been taught to swim for free during the last 11 years, thanks to Oldham Active’s adult learn to swim... Read More

Oldham Active’s Young Person’s Memberships are booming, with 27% of new members signing up each month now Young Person’s Memberships and 15% of total members being aged 11 – 18. We first introduced Young Person’s Membership in October 2021. Since... Read More

ITS BACK with a Bite We are so happy to announce the return of our Halloween Half! This long awaited event is finally back after 3 years.    Oldham Halloween Half, the borough’s 13.1 mile course is widely regarded as... Read More

Use our shower facilities for free with our Shower & Go scheme!   With the cost-of-living crisis effecting most people in the UK, it has been advised to take advantage of their gym membership and shower there instead of at... Read More

New Year Member Update   Firstly, we’d like to wish you all our members the best for the festive period and best wishes for the New Year celebrations that will soon be upon us. I’d personally like to thank each... Read More

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Where to find us

Failsworth Sports Centre Brierley Ave, Failsworth, M35 9HA

0161 207 7000

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Alternatively you can telephone our Contact Team on 0161 207 7000. We look forward to hearing from you.

**Please note this form is for general enquiries only and should not be used for membership cancellations or freezes, please email info@ocll.co.uk**

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