Abbey Leisure Centre

🔄️ Healthy Habits - Resetting after the Holidays

School holidays are a very fun time for families, but they can also be hard work for parents. For this reason, it's so important for parents to take the time to practice a little extra self care at this time to help you to transition back to your family's normal routine.

Here's our top three tips for parents looking to reset after a busy summer.

🧘💤. Rest and reset. Parties, play dates and trips out all come at a cost to your energy. Take some time for intentional rest; that could be a snooze in the daytime, a walk in the park or a quiet coffee by yourself. All of these things help to bring you back into balance, whilst taking a little bit of time for yourself.

📞👥 Connect with others. Taking time to connect with people that you may not have had a chance to see over the holidays is an essential practive for helping you to return to normality. Call a family member, meet up with a friend for a chat or get out for a stroll together; every connection counts.

🧽🫧. Reset your space. Chances are, your space may have got a little messy during the holidays! If the job feels overwhelming, try setting a timer for 15 minutes to get started, or tidy in categories (rubbish, then laundry, then dishes, then putting things away). A clear space is a clear mind.

Come join us and work those muscles in a friendly, supportive setting - book now through your app!

The summer holidays are coming to an end this week, and we've have a fantastic time with you all! 🤩

If you have any feedback about our sessions, visit our Contact Us page on our website - we'd love to hear from you. 💙

https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/contact-us/

Bank Holiday Centre Closure

Reminder to our customers that our centres are closed tomorrow for the Bank Holiday Monday (31st August). If you have any questions, chat to the reception team next time you're in centre. 💙

‼️Quick reminder ‼️

⛔We will be closed
📅Monday 31st August
🕒 All day
ℹ️ Bank Holiday

🤸Soft Play Only
📅From Tuesday 1st September
🕒9:00am to 6:00 pm
ℹ️ Abbey Adventure will be open Saturday and Sunday only

🥊🥊🥊BOXERCISE 🥊🥊🥊

📅Tuesday 1st September
🕒7pm - 7.45pm

New class now available to book!

📱Please call 0300 0266 443 (not yet available online)

🎒 Healthy Habits - Back-to-School Routine Guide for Parents 🎒

The long summer days are great for relaxing the rules – but as the new school year approaches, it’s time to gently guide the children (and yourself!) back into a routine.

Here are some simple tips to help make the transition smoother for everyone:

⏰ Ease Into Earlier Bedtimes Start shifting bedtime 10–15 minutes earlier each night about a week before school starts. Gradual changes feel less like a shock to the system!
🍳 Bring Back Morning Routines Set a consistent wake-up time and begin getting ready as if it’s a school day – breakfast, getting dressed, and brushing teeth. Practice makes perfect!
🧠 Reintroduce Screen Time Limits Gradually reduce daytime screen time and move evening devices away from bedtime to help reset sleep patterns and attention spans.
🖍️ Start Quiet Learning Time Reading together, doing puzzles, or some light writing exercises help children to get back into a learning mindset – without pressure.
🎒 Get Organised Together Let your child help pick out school stationery and supplies, prep their uniform, or plan lunches. Involving them builds excitement and ownership.
🗣️ Talk About the Year Ahead Ask how they feel about going back – excited, nervous, unsure? Reassure them it’s normal to feel all the things. Let them know you're in it together.
💚 Be Kind to Yourself Transitions can be tough on parents too. Deep breaths, realistic expectations, and a bit of prep go a long way. You've got this!

✨ A little routine now means a calmer start later. If you have any tips for other parents, be sure to share them in the comments. ✨

💪 Group Exercise: Move Together, Feel Better

There’s something special about working out together. Whether it’s the music, the motivation, or just having a laugh while you move — group exercise classes are good for the body and the soul. At thrive, we love seeing people come together to move, lift, stretch and sweat it out as a team.

From high-energy cardio sessions to relaxing Yoga flows, there’s something for everyone, whatever mood you're in.
✨ Make new friends
✨ Try something different
✨ Feel-good fitness, guaranteed So if you've not tried a class in a while — this is your sign. 💙

Bank Holiday Centre Closure

Reminder to our customers that our centres are closed on Bank Holiday Monday (31st August). If you have any questions, chat to the reception team next time you're in centre. 💙

Customer Notice
The 12.30 Abbey Adventure is now fully booked.
There are some Soft Play places still available.
The Next session is 2pm till 3.30
Sorry for any inconvenience.

Our FREE Couch to 5K courses are the perfect way to get started, whether you've never run before or you're looking to get back into it.

Over the course of the programme, our qualified Run Leaders will support and encourage you every step of the way, helping you build your confidence and fitness in a friendly, welcoming environment. 💪
✨ Free to attend
✨ Suitable for complete beginners
✨ Led by qualified Run Leaders
✨ Meet new people and achieve something amazing!

Our confirmed courses are:
Mondays:
Crook Community Centre - 9:30am - Starts 14th September
Abbey Leisure Centre - 12pm - Starts 7th September
Spennymoor Youth & Community Centre - 6pm - Starts 7th September
Blackhill Park, Consett - 6pm - Starts 7th September
Spectrum 8, Seaham - 6pm - Starts 7th September

Tuesdays:
Langley Park - 1:30pm - Starts 25th August
Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre - 6pm - Starts 8th September
Innov8 Crook - 6pm - Starts 8th September

Wednesdays:
Pelton Community Centre - 6pm - Starts 2nd September
Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre - 6pm - Starts 9th September
Stanley, Louisa Centre - 5:30pm - Starts 16th September
Ushaw Historic House - 6pm - Starts 16th September

Thursdays:
Riverside Leisure Complex - 6:30pm - Starts 3rd September

Fridays:
Annand House, Meadowfield - 12pm - Starts 4th September

There's never been a better time to lace up your trainers and give it a go. Your journey to 5K starts with that very first step! 👟
To book please go to www.runtogether.co.uk and search for the course