7million new look for health and fitness in Pontypool
Pontypool leisure centre has reopened with a new look and new name. It is now called Pontypool Active Living Centre to reflect its variety of services to encourage everyone to become more active and keep healthy. The £7 million refurbishment leaves the old centre unrecognisable so come along and have a look around.
The transformed centre has two new hydroslides in the swimming pool and great new spectator seating. Over 50s enjoy discounted entry three mornings a week for swimming, sports hall activities and exercise classes. A Healthy Living Team based in the centre organises activities such as the ‘Walking the Way to Health’ scheme, the GP referral scheme, and midwifery services including breast-feeding support, aqua natal classes, and parent support groups.
Councillor Bob Wellington, Leader of Torfaen Council, said: "I would like to thank everyone for waiting while this amazing two year development has taken place. Since it has reopened it has been a huge success with queues of visitors. Again I hope people are patient while the centre and staff get used to its overwhelming popularity. I can assure you all that it is well worth the wait. It has been transformed into a first class health and leisure facility."
Other facilities include:
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An under 18s after school club providing instructed activities including netball, water polo, keep fit classes, badminton, squash and girls & boys football for £1 per hour from 4pm - 6.30pm.
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35 station fitness suite with equipment for people with disabilities.
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Registered playgroup, crèche and Treasure Island multiplay facility.
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Five court sports hall which doubles as a large function room plus multipurpose activity room.
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New café bar with views and access to the park and playground.
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Spa treatment room with massage, physio and alternative therapy treatments.
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Dance/exercise studio.
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Family changing rooms.
Torfaen County Borough Council has redeveloped the centre in conjunction with the Welsh Assembly Government, Sports Council for Wales and Local Health Board WANLESS funding.
Call the Centre’s NEW phone number 01495 742222