Three Weeks To Go 🎃 With the Oldham Halloween Half just around the corner, we're discussing the benefits of running. In our latest blog post, we examine why people run, running trends for 2026, and how the Oldham Halloween Half Marathon could be the perfect challenge for you. Read more below! oldhamactive.co.uk/news/the-…

Managing Expectations in the Gym 🏋️‍♀️ Understanding how progress in the gym works and learning to value more than just physical changes is key to staying motivated and getting the most from your time in our gyms. Read our article below, where we break down gym expectations. oldhamactive.co.uk/news/mana…

From Land's End to John O'Groats 💙 Recently, Oldham Active member George and his dad Allan walked the entire length of Great Britain! Starting from Land's End in Cornwall, they walked all the way to John O'Groats in the Scottish Highlands. The journey took them 85 days, covering 1267 miles at an average of 15 miles a day! The challenge included wild camping for most of the trip, with some interesting spots, including sleeping on train station platforms in Wales and camping in someone's back garden. The route took them through some beautiful places, from the South West Coastal Path with lovely sea views to the West Highland Way in Scotland. The father-and-son duo raised over £7,000 for Samaritans in the process. We think this is absolutely brilliant, and we're so grateful they shared this fantastic story with our team. Great work, both of you!

New Vacancy - Leisure Attendant ⭐ Do you have what it takes to be part of the team and to provide first-class customer service across our leisure centres? The role of the Leisure Attendant is to undertake pool supervision, the safe erection and dismantling of sports equipment, dealing with customers, cash handling, reception duties, cleaning and housekeeping and general control of facilities and activities to a high level of customer satisfaction. You will oversee the general safety of the public and the facilities. Roles are available in full and part time hours. If you would like to learn more or apply, please visit the link below. 🔗oldhamcommunityleisure.livev…

Sign up for our Gymnastics Classes🤸🤸 At Oldham Active, we provide Gymnastics Classes for kids aged 4 to 8+! Gymnastics is a fun, exciting sport that can help children build self-confidence and encourage them to be disciplined. By learning gymnastics, children can push themselves beyond their comfort zones and develop their movement, balance, flexibility and strength skills. Find out more & enrol below! oclactive.co.uk/activities/g…

What does health mean to you? Yesterday was National Fitness Day, and throughout the day, we asked our Oldham Active community what health meant to them. It was fantastic to get different perspectives from everyone; we truly have a fantastic community here at Oldham Active 💙 @FitnessDayUK

National Fitness Day - The Challenge 💪 Join us on National Fitness Day, Wednesday 16th of September, for our monthly gym challenge! This month, we are celebrating @FitnessDayUK by hosting a Powered by You gym circuit from the 16th to the 22nd of September. 🔥 Here's what you've got to do: Complete as many rounds of the workout as you can in 6 minutes The Workout 10 Squats 10 Press-ups 10 Kettlebell Swings 10 Calories on row/ski erg 10 Walking Lunges Our gym team will help you record your score, and the top 3 winners will receive branded Oldham Active prizes!

Meet Dewmi & Sayuni! Dewmi and Sayuni recently completed our Aquatic Helpers training course and shared their thoughts on the experience. Dewmi told us: “Firstly, I’m so glad to have been handed this opportunity. I’ve learnt so much over these 12 weeks while enjoying this experience greatly. What I enjoyed the most was being able to interact with the children I was grouped with. I loved being there to support them and watch them improve in each lesson. This experience has also helped me gain such valuable skills; it has helped me develop stronger communication, patience and empathy through supporting swimming in a variety of age and ability. I’ve also developed a stronger sense of responsibility and the skill of using initiative when needed. All these skills I’ve learnt, were demonstrated to me by my instructor Vicky. She showed me the importance of recognising each child’s individual abilities and adjusting the task to meet their needs. She always maintained a positive and fun learning environment. I truly appreciate all the guidance and support she gave me non-stop throughout this whole journey.” Sayuni shared with us: “I’m so deeply appreciative that I gained a new experience from the Aquatic Helper Course. What I most enjoyed about this was the bond I was able to create with the children and also understanding what they needed as individuals to improve as swimmers. I have also learnt many life skills that I’m so grateful for, from my mentor Sarah. For example, how I need to adapt the lesson to the suitability of the child and their needs, and how it’s always important to be patient but firm to ensure that I am considerate of the child while also creating an environment where they thrive and improve as swimmers. I am so thankful for this opportunity; everything I have learnt in this short time will stick with me forever.” If you would like to learn more about our Aquatic Helper course, visit the link below. oldhamactive.co.uk/careers/t…

What Sets Oldham Active Apart? In an increasingly saturated fitness market, it can be difficult to know where to begin your wellness journey. But for many residents across Oldham, the choice is simpler and far more rewarding. In the article below, we discuss our dedication to being a community hub, supporting our customers' wellbeing, our accessible membership options, and how we strive to be more than a gym. Click the link below to read more! oldhamactive.co.uk/news/what…

🦎🐍 We loved welcoming Zoolab to the kids at Failsworth Holiday Camp last week! The children were incredibly respectful, asked lots of fantastic questions, and thoroughly enjoyed meeting the animals. What a great experience! Thank you, @ZooLabUK

Successful SEND Swimming Teacher Training Course 🏊‍♂️ We were delighted by the fantastic turnout for our recent SEND training course for swimming teachers! The session provided valuable guidance and practical skills to help our teachers better support children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within our swimming lesson programme. It was encouraging to see the team's enthusiasm and engagement, all committed to creating a more inclusive and positive experience for every swimmer. The feedback from attendees was extremely positive, with teachers highlighting how useful the training was in increasing their confidence, knowledge, and understanding of how to adapt lessons to meet individual needs. A huge thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the day such a success. By investing in training and development, we're continuing to ensure our lessons are accessible and enjoyable for all community members.

Bank Holiday Weekend Opening Times ☀️ With the upcoming bank holiday, be sure to check out our opening times via the link below. All sites have their own opening times during the bank holidays, so please make sure to check each one you intend to visit to avoid disappointment! oldhamactive.co.uk/bank-holi…

Last chance to apply to be a Film Assistant! 🎞️ Oldham Active is looking for a local young person aged 18–25 to support the creation of community storytelling video campaigns. If you live in Oldham, have a passion for filmmaking and want to gain hands-on experience working with underrepresented communities, this could be a great opportunity for you! 🎬 Freelance opportunity 📍 Oldham-based 👤 Ages 18–25 Interested? Find out more and apply here: oldhamactive.co.uk/news/free…

Bank Holiday Weekend Opening Times ☀️ With the upcoming bank holiday, be sure to check out our opening times via the link below. All sites have their own opening times during the bank holidays, so please make sure to check each one you intend to visit to avoid disappointment! oldhamactive.co.uk/bank-holi…

October Pool Lifeguard Course 🏊‍♂️ Looking to start a rewarding and flexible career in leisure? Our STA Level 3 Pool Lifeguard Course is running: 📅 Monday 26th – Saturday 31st October 2026 The course is intensive and practical, covering everything you need to become a qualified Pool Lifeguard, including: - Poolside Rescue - First Aid & CPR - Pool safety and lifeguarding skills - Theory and practical training Why become a Pool Lifeguard? Pool Lifeguarding is a rewarding role offering flexible working opportunities, whether you're looking for casual or contracted hours. With experience, you could also progress to a Beach Lifeguard qualification and explore opportunities to work abroad. The STA Pool Lifeguard qualification is widely recognised across the UK and internationally and is valid for 3 years following successful completion of the course and assessment. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out! To find out more or book your place, please visit the link below. 🔗 oldhamactive.co.uk/careers/t…

Be part of the 1% 🥇 Did you know that fewer than 1% of adults complete a half marathon in any given year, and an estimated 1% to 2% of people will ever finish one in their entire lifetime? Be part of that 1% and take part in the Oldham Halloween Half Marathon 👻 Visit the link below to learn more and to sign up. oldhamactive.co.uk/news/oldh…

Start the journey at Oldham Active today! 🌊 Our Rainbow Learn to Swim programme, designed to help children learn and develop across 7 levels of learning, is the perfect way to kick off your child's swimming adventure. Complete with a different coloured hat to mark each exciting level of progress (free of charge!), this programme has helped over 4,000 swimmers grow and develop in the water. 🌈 For just £29 a month, will your child be next? 🏊‍♂️ You can also track your child's achievements in this programme through the GoLearn Home portal, plus, if you pay by direct debit, your child gets FREE access to all five Oldham pools! Jump in today: oclactive.co.uk/childrens-sw…

Free Menopause Cafe Events! Join the team from Calm Ahead for relaxed, supportive conversations about menopause. In this calm and welcoming space, host Jenny Eastwood will share helpful information, real‑life experiences, and gentle reassurance. Join us at Oldham Leisure Centre, Chadderton Wellbeing Centre or Royton Leisure Centre for these fantastic, informative events. The next event will take place on Wednesday, the 26th of August, at Chadderton Wellbeing Centre, but we also have dates running throughout the year to ensure you don't miss out! For more info, please email [email protected]

Interested in being a Film Assistant? 🎞️ We have an exciting freelance opportunity for a local young person to support the making of community storytelling video campaigns for Oldham Active. The campaign captures real, unscripted video testimonials from Oldham Active members speaking directly to camera about how the service has changed their lives. Delivered across six priority health themes, the series will be released sequentially, building momentum before culminating in a final combined film premiered at a local cinema event for key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will: - Live in Oldham - Be aged 18-25 - Have a strong interest in filmmaking - Want to gain more experience in Filmmaking - Have a passion/experience for working with underrepresented communities - Have excellent communication skills in person - Be excited by the prospect of exploring and creating a cultural project - Have strong timekeeping skills - Be comfortable working on film shoot locations in and around Oldham, and be comfortable travelling independently to different locations around Oldham. Want to know more? Visit the link below oldhamactive.co.uk/news/free…