Yorebridge Sport and Fitness

You don’t have to go far to keep fit in Askrigg – and you won’t have to part with a fortune, either. Our gym and fitness suite has all you need to get fit, have fun and try something new. Membership is flexible, and you can get guest day passes, too. We have a whole range of classes, from step aerobics to gentle exercise – something for everyone, regardless of age or fitness levels. You don’t have to be a member to use the facilities at the centre but if you do join there are lots of benefits. For full details of the various packages and prices click here
The Gym - has a range of specialist equipment designed to give a full body work out, specifically aimed at increasing fitness levels and toning the body. Cardio-vascular equipment includes treadmills, cross trainers, cycling and rowing machines. Resistance equipment, a selection of weight stations, free weights, gym balls, steps, boxing bags, resistance tubes, skipping ropes, trampolines and an ever-increasing choice of items to keep your workouts varied.
The Fitness Studio - comes complete with sprung floor, full length mirrors, dance bars and sound system. A programme of fitness and dance classes such as gentle exercise, aerobics and circuit training are available throughout the year and cater for all ages and abilities. You can also change in our individual shower rooms and unwind with a relaxing drink in the cafe area.
Our team – our professionally-qualified, experienced and friendly team are here to help you get the most from your membership. and you can even enjoy a personal one-to one-induction – the session lasts approximately an hour and guides you through the safe use of equipment. Take advantage of our free six-weekly fitness reviews to provide support for you with your fitness programme. There are also plenty of opportunities to chat and discuss any queries to help ensure you always get the most from your fitness programme.
Meeting room - we have a meeting room for hire and an IT suite.
Games Area – in addition to indoor facilities, we have a Multi Use Games Area (MUGA), which offers a versatile floodlit outdoor area for tennis, football, basketball, and much more. The facility is marked for:

Two 5 a-side football pitches, with dividing net
One 8 a-side football pitch
Two Tennis courts, with dividing net
Netball
Two recreational basketball baskets for shooting practice.

Fitness Classes - Yorebridge have started a whole new series of fitness classes from September 2011. Come along and see what difference they can make to your fitness levels!
Chair-based exercise – Mondays from 10-30am – 11.30am. Is there something you could do last week/month that you can no longer manage? Come along to a chair based exercise class to help you live your life to the full and get back on track. This will improve your posture, prevent falls and help with mobility.
Body Max Junior – Mondays from 6.30pm -7.30pm. For ages 12 and upwards – get fit in the gym using a mixture of cardio vascular machines, free weights, gloves and pads work.
Bootcamp – Tuesdays from 7am – 7.45am
Pre-work fitness session - Start your day with a fitness session before work or school and exercise outside whatever the weather! Using tyres, kettlebells and other equipment, increase stamina,fitness and strength with a shorter, more intense class to kick start your metabolism for the day and increase energy levels. Have a well-deserved shower afterwards.
Body Max Adults – Wednesdays from 6.30pm – 7.30pm. Use steppers, gloves and pads, medicine balls and other equipment in an effective workout to increase CV fitness and muscle strength and tone. Work to your own level to get the maximum effect from the minimum time.
Clinical Pilates – Thursdays from 6pm -7pm. A conditioning class for the whole body which strengthens and realigns, improves posture and breathing and increases flexibility. Core stability (the abdominal/back area) is increased thereby giving protection from injuries and bad backs.
Gentle Exercise – our ever-popular class for the over 50s continues to run on Fridays from 10am-11am. This helps to strengthen muscles, maintain co-ordination, flexibility and body tone and caters for all levels of physical ability.
Over 30s Football - Fridays from 7pm -8pm on the MUGA. New members always welcome!
All classes are £4 per session (£2 for premier gym members) except for Body Max Juniors which is £2 (free to junior gym members) and Over 30s football £2 per week.
Soft Play sessions are also held every Friday in term time from 1pm – 2.30pm. Families welcome. Cost is £2 which includes refreshments.
For queries or bookings on any of the above, please ring Jan on 01969 650060/07968 606571 or email admin@yorebridge-sport.co.uk or visit the website at http://www.yorebridge-sport.co.uk

Yorebridge Sports & Fitness
Wensleydale Centre
Askrigg
DL8 3BJ

Yorebridge Sport & Fitness (YSF) is the corporate brand and is owned and managed by The Yorebridge Sports Development Association Ltd.
Company No. 5493687 Registered in England. Registered Charity No. 1126795