Following the huge success of the inaugural Sunday Funday last year which attracted 260 members of the community from toddlers to grandparents, Penrith Leisure Centre will once again open its doors for a day of action-packed entertainment, interactive activities and exercise for the whole family.

The free entry event, which is open to members and non-members, will take place on 19th October between 10am and 2pm and includes:
Gymnastics performance from the Penrith Gymnastics Club (10.15 – 11.15am)
Free activity taster sessions:
Karate with Mark Holding Mitsuru Karate Clubs Penrith and Appleby (11.30am – 12.15pm)
Wheelchair rugby with Penrith Pumas WRC CIC (12.30 – 1.15pm)
Boccia and curling (1.30 – 2pm)
Marketplace offering wellbeing advice and interactive activities
Free blood pressure checks
Coffee morning fundraiser for Jigsaw Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice
Hair braiding.
Discounted attractions will run throughout the day with access to the inflatable zone and soft play area at a reduced rate of 50% and swim sessions at £1.00 per person from 12 noon, with an inflatable pool session that will run from 10.30 – 11.30am. For children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families, a dedicated quiet time between 1 – 2pm will be offered.

Kendal Leisure Centre will also stage its own free Sunday Funday event on 2nd November between 10.30am and 2.30pm with bouncy castle, a virtual cycle challenge with a smoothie bike and a wellbeing marketplace with interactive activities. There will also be performances by Dance Attik where youngster from the award-winning dance school will take to the stage and Burneside Amateur Theatrical Society (BATS). Swim sessions at £1.00 per person will also be on offer.

Danielle Vipond Houghton, GLL’s Health and Communities Manager at Westmorland and Furness, said “As a social enterprise, Better believes in giving back to the community, so we’re delighted to be able to invite local residents to these free events. The Sunday Fundays form an ideal opportunity to showcase our fabulous facilities, shine a light on the benefits of exercise and provide inspiration for people keen to lead a happy and healthy lifestyle.”

Sessions can be booked seven days in advance via the Better UK app for members. For non-members, sessions can be booked via www.better.org.uk or at reception.