About the Aspire Leisure Centre

The Aspire Leisure Centre is based in North West London within the grounds of the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore. The centre was the first fully accessible leisure centre in Europe for both disabled and non-disabled people.

We offer a wide range of classes to cater to all levels of fitness and ability, and proactively encourage disabled people to join in and take part in all activities at the centre. Our disabled members benefit from subsidised membership and activity costs, and are also able to make use of our fully accessible gym and facilities. These facilities include a heated wheelchair accessible swimming pool, as well as an Inclusive Fitness Initiative approved fitness studio and accessible gym equipment.

We’re proud to say that over 32% of Aspire Leisure Centre members are disabled, compared to an average of just 2-3% at other sports centres nationally. We’re passionate about inclusive fitness, and the good practice at Aspire Leisure Centre inspired our InstructAbility programme - a national project to train disabled people as fitness instructors.

Aspire Leisure Centre has gained Quest (UK Quality Scheme for Sport and Leisure) registration as 'Excellent' and has been fully approved by the Inclusive Fitness Initiative.

With our deserved reputation for inclusive fitness, Aspire's expertise has also been used by the NHS in their recent video. The video also showcases some of the accessible gym equipment available for use at the centre.

Latest

Bring a Buddy Day

Bring a buddy for free for National Fitness day!
£3.50 joining fee

£3.50 joining fee to mark the 35th Anniversary of Aspire.
Neville Smith - Bike Accident

Our Fitness Instructor Neville Smith was involved in a serious bike accident in Watford on Wednesday 30th May just before 5pm.
Management Team

Meet the Aspire Leisure Centre Management Team, including Dean Tearle, Leigh Hewitt and Helen Clack

Swimming Pool Timetable

Take a look at our swimming pool timetable for a full list of times and dates for swimming lessons and classes at Aspire Leisure Centre.
Prices

Full price list for all activities at Aspire Leisure Centre, including swimming pool prices, exercise class costs, Kidz Zone parties and sports hall hire costs.
Our Pool

Our pool is 25 metres long and is maintained between 30-32 degrees, making it ideal for the very young, old or those with conditions that are temperature sensitive. It has full ramped access, removing the need for hoists for wheelchair users.
Swimming Lessons

At Aspire we provide a calm and relaxed environment where anyone can learn to swim or improve their technique. All our swimming instructors are qualified to Swim England standard or equivalent.
Membership

We have a range of payment and membership options available so you can be sure that you are enjoying value for money while making the most of our excellent facilities and services.
Fitness Studio

We provide a results-focused service for all of our customers - whether you want to lose weight, improve your muscle tone, or simply become more flexible. Our tailor-made exercise programmes and monitoring by our fitness team means that you receive all the benefits of personal training without the price tag.
Book a class

Book a place on one of our inclusive group fitness classes, suitable for all levels of fitness. Choose from Pilates, Yoga, Schwinn Cycling, Zumba, Aerobics and more.
Premier Membership

Whether you have specific exercise goals in mind or simply want to increase your leisure time, our Premier Membership payment options are varied to suit your needs
Kidz Zone

Aspire Kidz Zone has a wide range of activities available for children from 6 months to 12 years.
Centre Card

We have available a range of discount membership schemes that offer a 'pay as you go' alternative for use of the pool, taking classes and training in the fitness studio* - perfect if you want to use the Centre on a more infrequent basis.