Welcome to your local Community Fitness Centre.

The Porchester Centre

2011

Contents
Welcome ................................................... 3 Gym and classes ......................................4 The Porchester Spa..................................6 Swimming ................................................8 Membership ............................................10 Opening times and booking .................. 11 Also at The Porchester Centre ..............12 Porchester Hall .......................................13 Other centres..........................................14 Contact details ....................................... 15

Welcome to The Porchester Centre. Everything you need under one roof.
Whatever youre looking for, youll find it at the Porchester Centre. Working in partnership with Westminster City Council, youll find a great range of facilities and services, at a price you can afford. With so much going on, were sure youll find something to enjoy.

At The Porchester Centre

You get all the fantastic facilities youd expect - a modern, well-equipped gym, a great pool, a wide range of group exercise classes plus a variety of other facilities to ensure there is something for everyone, with more space, more activities and timetables to match! The Porchester Centre is great for mums, dads, kids and school parties too, with a great family atmosphere and a knowledgeable team on hand to help.

If you are exercising more than once a week you could be saving money by purchasing one of our great value-for-money memberships, with no joining fee or contract and a join one use them all policy you wont be able to resist! So why not have a chat with a member of the team. Were here to help and advise.

Gym and classes

Whatever your fitness goals, our gym has all the facilities you need to help you get there.

New members will receive a free introduction and a 3 point health check carried out by our partners Intergrated Training. During the next 12 weeks you can follow the specifically tailored exercise programme that will be devised by your fitness advisor to help you achieve your goals. Our experienced fitness advisors are always on hand to offer guidance and support during every visit to the facility. Gym Opening Times
Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday 06.3022.00 08.0020.00

Personal Training
Integrated training can show you how to train for maximum benefit rather than maximum fatigue. At Porchester youll find a great one to one quality service at an affordable price. Give Integrated Training a call to book in for a free consultation. Integrated Training: Fabio:- 07795 065321 Office:- 020 7221 9871

Junior Gym sessions are also available for 14-15 year olds
MondayFriday Session Gym inductions 16.0018.00 2.80 13.00

All participants must have an induction, at which they must be escorted by a parent or guardian, fill out a pre-exercise questionnaire and provide photo ID.
Gym prices Sports member Nonmember Residents card Concession card

Classes
At Porchester we offer over 50 classes; from the all action Body Combat, Latin inspired Zumba, the intense Spinning in our purpose built studio to traditional aerobics and the more chilled Yoga and Pilates, our programmes cater for ALL levels! Pick up a timetable and class description from our reception.
Prices per session All classes Over 50s - Listed as S Sports member 5.35 1.50 Nonmember 6.10 1.50 Residents card 4.45 1.50

Per session

7.30

9.00 15.00

5.10 13.00

2.80 13.00

Introduction* 13.00

Access to the gym can either be as an Ultimate member or on a pay as you go basis. *Non-members are also expected to undertake the introduction, to ensure that they are able to use the gym equipment safely.

The Porchester Spa

It offers a unique ambiance for an individual to relax, unwind and recharge or for a group of friends to meet and enjoy the atmosphere.

Porchester Spa

The Porchester Spa welcomes over 26,000 visitors each year and was awarded the UKs best value spa by the Sunday Times travel supplement. It offers a unique ambiance for an individual to relax, unwind and recharge or for a group of friends to meet and enjoy the atmosphere. Its central London location means that people are given an affordable and convenient haven of relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of city streets. Stepping inside the spa, visitors will experience an oasis of calm, with its traditional dcor of green and white tiles, high ceilings and all the original features in tact. This stylish basement facility also offers the chance to naturally heal and rebalance through the many therapeutic and revitalizing treatments for both men and women.

Opening Times
Daily from Ladies:

10.00-22.00 (last entrance 20.00) Tuesdays, Thursday & Friday all day Sunday 10.00-16.00 (last entrance 14.00) Men: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday all day Couples: Sunday 16.00-22.00 only Swimwear to be worn at all times on Sunday couples session.

Admission Prices (per 3 hour session)

Prices per session Adult Sunday couple from 16.00 Member Sports member 18.00 13.50 Nonmember 24.00 33.00 Residents card 13.50 26.00 Concession card 7.90 -

Activities On Offer:

Deep cleanse your body in one of the Russian Steam Rooms Revitalise yourself between treatments in the Body Showers Cool off in the Cold Plunge Pool Experience the benefits of a traditional Finnish Log Sauna Heal aches and pains with a number of therapeutic massages Choose from the extensive range of Body and Beauty Treatments for both men and women Relax upstairs in the lounge with light refreshments

Group bookings are welcome but must be booked in advance, discounts are available. All treatments must be booked in advance call 020 7792 3980 after 10.00 daily for bookings. For more information on the spa facilities visit www.westminster.gov.uk/services/leisureandculture /active/centres/porchesterspa/

Swimming
Is there a better form of all-round exercise? Whether youre a serious swimmer, a doggy paddler or just like to make a splash, the pools the place for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
Pool Opening Times & Prices
MondayFriday Saturday & Sunday 06.3020.00 08.0020.00 Until 21.00 Until 21.00 Late night swimming for adults Tuesday & Wednesday (small pool ) Tuesday (large pool) Ladies only swimming available Monday 08.00-09.00 Thursday 08.00-09.00 Friday Last tickets 30 mins before closing.
Price per session Adult Junior Please note
Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a swimming adult at all times. A maximum of two under 8s to one adult. Children under 4 years of age swim for free.

20.0021.00 19.3020.30
Concession card Free Free

Sports member 4.15 1.10

Nonmember 5.30 2.15

Residents card 1.80 Free

All children under 3 years of age are required to wear an Aqua Nappy.

Zoggs Swimming Programmes - Whatever your fitness goal, whatever your fitness level there is a programme for you. Try one of our swim programmes and get more out of your swim. Whatever stroke you prefer, front crawl, backstroke etc there is a session for you. Ask on poolside for details. Also look out for our ongoing swim challenges that make your swimming sessions fun and you may even win some great prizes. Splash sessions These sessions are ideal for kids and their parents to enjoy the pool and as the name suggests make a splash. A wide variety of floats are available for use and it makes a perfect after school activity. These sessions take place during the week and at weekends. Please refer to the small pool timetable for details. Ladies swim These sessions programmed with exclusive use of the small pool are open to all from 16years and above. Currently there are 4 ladies swim sessions across the week. Where possible we will also provide a female lifeguard for the session. If due to unforeseen circumstances this is not possible then customers will be notified at reception upon arrival to the centre. Where possible we will provide curtains to cover the main windows. However we do not provide complete segregation from the rest of the centre due to the design of the building and for health and safety reasons. Pool hire Ever thought about hiring a pool for your kids birthday party? Try our small pool. For one hours exclusive use, including a lifeguard and use of a wide variety of floats there is no better way for your child to enjoy their birthday. Catering can be provided upon request. Contact reception for more details. If you have any other pool hire needs, special events, filming etc, we have a variety of times available whatever your event needs. With competitive prices and a great location please contact Gillan Kelly via reception for more details.

Swimming Nature
Swimming lessons for all ages are available at this venue. Lessons are provided by Swimming Nature, who have over 15 years experience in providing swimming tuition. Tuition is in small groups, and teachers work in the water to ensure that students clearly understand the how and why, as well as what they should be doing. Swimming Nature use no floatation aids or arm bands, dont teach doggy paddle and ensure that students learn to swim all four strokes correctly from the beginning, effortlessly andbeautifully. Babynature (6-36 months) A gentle workshop that builds and cultivates the relationship between you and your baby, as well as the relationship your baby has with the water. Speedys Adventure (3-16 years) Semi-Private(2:1) or Private classes (1:1) where teachers work in the water using the Swimming Nature learn to swim scheme that follows the seven aquatic animal levels. Junior Groups (3-16 years) Pre-set group tuition following the Swimming Nature learn to swim scheme organised on behalf of Westminster Council. Westminster residents can receive up to 12% discount on published prices on presentation of a MyWestminster ResCard. Badges and awards are not included in the fees. Clear Water (Adults) Do you want to learn to swim or improve your practices? We have a wide range of classes available that you can book according to your ability. Holiday Fast Track Courses (Children aged 3 to Adults) 4/5 day intensive courses that run during half terms and school holidays. Designed for the rapid development of water confidence and correct swimming technique. Individual or small group tuition available. All bookings are made through their central office on 08445 040 506
Turn over for our pool timetable.

Access to swimming can either be as a Swim member, an Ultimate member, or on a pay as you go basis.

Membership
Ultimate Spa Membership
All the benefits of Ultimate membership with use of the Porchester Spa for just 70 a month.

Student Membership
This membership entitles you to unlimited use of the gym, swimming pool, fitness classes and the sauna & steam room at any other Westminster facilities managed under contract (use of Porchester spa requires an additional charge). It also gives you advance booking privileges and discounts on sports activities. All for just 160 for 4 months.

Ultimate Membership

This membership entitles you to unlimited use of the gym, swimming pool, fitness classes and the sauna & steam room at any other Westminster facilities managed under contract (apart from Porchester spa where an additional charge applies). It also gives you advance booking privileges and discounts on sports activities. All for just 49.99 per month.

Concession Membership

Swimming Membership

This membership entitles you to unlimited swimming at any other Westminster facilities managed under contract. It also gives you advance booking privileges and discounts on sports activities. All for 32 per month.

Concession membership is available free to Westminster residents claiming the relevant benefits as detailed in the concessionary leaflet. This membership provides free swimming at any time (subject to programme) and discounts on activities during off peak periods. Concessionary application forms are available from reception.

Sports Membership

MyWestminster ResCard - great value discounts for Westminster residents

If youre a Westminster resident, you can take advantage of excellent discounts on sports and leisure activities and memberships including, over 60% off swimming sessions. To get your MyWestminster ResCard, visit www.westminster.gov.uk/mywestminster and register for a free MyWestminster account. Category A B C Users Disabled users /carers (Resident and non-resident) Residents senior citizens (aged 60 and above) Resident unemployed + max of 2 dependents under 16 Renewal One year One year 3 Months

This membership gives you advance booking privileges and discounts on all activities at any other Westminster facilities managed under contract. All for just 24.00 per annum for Westminster residents and 50.00 per annum for non-residents.

Corporate Membership

We offer corporate discounts on our memberships for groups of employees who join together. For further details contact our Sales and Marketing Manager on 020 7723 8019 or email: porchester.enquiries@gll.org

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General Information
Opening times Monday-Friday Saturday & Sunday 06.3022.00 08.0020.00

Disabled access

Booking Procedures
Member bookings Porchester Centre members are able to book up to seven days in advance either in person or over the phone. Non-member bookings Non-members may book two days in advance. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Cancellations We require 24 hours notice for cancellations on all booked activities. Failure to give the appropriate notice will result in the full payment being charged.

Accessible toilets for the disabled Disabled changing facilities Disabled group activities Disabled parking facilities Centre adapted for wheelchair users Lift Pool hoist Ramp access Wheelchair access to poolside

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Opening times and booking

Were open early until late and its so easy to book just speak to one of our helpful staff.

Westminster Leisure Concessionary Times and Memberships

Concessionary membership is available to disabled users and residents of Westminster who are classed as senior citizens or unemployed. The following discounts apply Swimming Free during all public swimming sessions Squash 3.00 per 30 minute court Gym 13.00 induction 2.70 per session Monday-Friday Saturday and Sunday Spa 09.0012.00 and 14.0016.00 All day 7.90/session - OAP and Disabled only

Concessionary rates do not apply to any other activity. Please note, concessionary prices are only valid during the times listed. Anything outside these times will be charged at a non-member price. Where required, a non-participating carer may accompany a disabled concession member to assist them in accessing the facilities.

Please Note
Member prices, concession prices and Westminster residents discounts are only applicable on production of the appropriate valid card.

Last tickets available 30 mins prior to the end of the session.

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Also at The Porchester Centre

The Porchester Centre is also the home to a number of other services which were sure will be of interest to you.
Integrated Training Fabio: 07795 065321 Office: 020 7221 9871 Integrated training can show you how to train for maximum benefit rather than maximum fatigue. By analysing your lifestyle and fitness, our highly qualified trainers will incorporate a degree of functionality into your programme, training you not only for a specific goal but also to greatly improve all aspects of your life. At Porchester youll find a great one to one quality service at an affordable price. Physiotherapy 020 7792 1275 The Porchester Centre offers physiotherapy, rehabilitation and sport massage for a variety of conditions from sport injuries to occupational stress. This professional and well established practice offers a 25% discount on the initial session. Swimming Nature 0870 0949597 www.swimmingnature.co.uk Otters Water polo Club www.otterwaterpolo.com 12 Out to Swim www.outtoswim.org

Civil Service Canoe Club www.civilservicecanoeclub.org Alexander Technique 020 7727 7222 constructiveteachingcentre@gmail.com The constructive teaching centre provides: Individual lessons in the Alexander Technique A three year full-time teacher training course Specialist voice and saddle work Smouha Karate School www.smouhakarate.com
Sport Squash NonResidents members members card 9.50 6.70 6.50 4.45 Concession card 4.95 3.00

45 min 8.00 30 min 5.35

Off peak 45 minute courts are available between 6.30am 4pm (Monday to Friday) for only 4.60. Squash courts are available MondayFriday Saturday & Sunday 06.3022.00 08.0020.00

Members are able to book upto 7 days in advance and non-members upto 2 days in advance. Information on squash coaching and our squash league is available upon request. Sports membership Residents Non-Residents 24.00 50.00

The Porchester Hall

is the perfect venue Accommodates up to 450 seated or 630 standing guests Fully licensed bar - no corkage charge Air-conditioned Ample local street parking Controllable lighting on chandeliers for any mood. Fully equipped kitchen Outside caterers welcome Located close to 2 NCP car parks Serviced by 3 tube stations and Paddington Train Station Flexibility to suit your needs Historically famous venue The hall is available to hire for a multitude of purposes including wedding receptions, record label showcases, award ceremonys, dinner dances, fashion shows, boxing events, charity fundraisers, conferences, exhibitions, quiz nights to name a few

Porchester Hall
In the last couple of years the team here at the Porchester Hall have hosted Amy Winehouse, Arcade Fire, Lily Allen, The Feeling, Status Quo and many other acts at the very forefront of music. The Halls intimate acoustics make for an electric atmosphere, perfect for showcases and independent gigs, and national press coverage has been very enthusiastic. The Ten stunning chandeliers and beautiful 1920s styling bestow a real sense of heritage to proceedings, and recall the vintage music hall culture of London. The exclusive Porchester Hall has also had a long history with the film industry. The Monty Python classic The Meaning of Life was filmed here, as well as Mod icon Quadrophenia. Most recently we have worked along side Channel 4 on the filming of Comedy Roast with Sharon Osbourne, Bruce Forsyth and Chris Tarrant. We welcome film crews, music videos and pilots here at the Porchester hall, and offer a unique location.

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Its the perfect venue forparties, receptions, ceremonies, dances, shows and fundraisers.

For more information or to book, please contact the Events Co-ordinator on: 020 7792 2823. Website www.porchesterhall.co.uk

The Porchester Small Hall

Accommodates up to 80 people standing & 50 seated. Located outside of the Porchester hall opposite the Paddington Library The quaint small hall is ideal for, childrens birthday parties, play groups, small AGM meetings & Karate classes. Our small hall is a blank canvas & the possibilities are endless.

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Other centres
Jubilee Sports Centre
Caird Street, London W10 4RR Tel: 020 8960 9629 E-mail: jubilee.enquiries@gll.org

Heres a brief summary of the facilities and services available at each of our five sites in the area. Please remember that you dont have to be a member, as the centres can be used on a pay as you go basis, and are available to the whole community. The centres offer great value and there are excellent discounts for residents, concession groups and members. For further information on sports and leisure in Westminster, pick up a copy of the ActiveWestminster Guide.

Seymour Leisure Centre

Seymour Place W1H 5JT Tel: 020 7723 8019 E-mail: seymour.enquiries@gll.org

Facilities include; two gyms, swimming pool, fitness Facilities include; two gyms, swimming pool, fitness classes, classes, crche, health suite, squash, sports hall and table- health suite, squash, sports hall, kids jungle gym and tabletennis. tennis.

Paddington Recreation Ground

Randolph Avenue, Maida Vale W9 1PD Tel: 020 7641 3642 E-mail: padrec.enquiries@gll.org Facilities include; gym, fitness classes, 12 tennis courts, athletics track, sports pitches, bowling green, cricket pitch, nets and caf

Marshall Street Leisure Centre

15 Marshall Street, London W1F 7EL Tel: 020 7871 7222 E-mail: marshallstreet.enquiries@gll.org

Facilities include: swimming pool, two exercise and dance studios, two fitness suites & a health suite. For more information visit: www.marshallstreet-w1.co.uk

Queen Mother Leisure Centre

223 Vauxhall Bridge Road, Victoria SW1V 1EL Tel: 020 7630 5522 E-mail: qmsc.enquiries@gll.org Facilities include; gym, swimming pool, exercise classes, health suite, crche, squash, sports hall.

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Contact details
To get in-touch, first dial the main switchboard and key in the extension you need. Sometimes, our lines get very busy so if you find it easier, please feel free to email us with your enquiries. The Porchester Centre: 020 7792 2919 Porchester.enquiries@gll.org Membership info: 020 7792 2919 Porchester Hall: 020 7792 2823 Customer Services: 020 7792 2919 General Manager: 020 7792 2919 Operations Manager: 020 7792 2919 Administration Department: 020 7792 2919

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The Porchester Centre

How to find us
Buses: Tube: Rail: Car Parking:

Queensway, Bayswater W2 5HS

36, 7, 15, 27, 23 Bayswater, Queensway, Royal Oak Paddington Arthur Court: (24hour), Colonnades: (closes at midnight)

Contact details

Bookings & Enquiries: 020 7792 2919 Email: porchester.enquiries@gll.org

Opening times
MondayFriday 06.3022.00 Saturday-Sunday 08.0020.00