Pelhams gym to be transformed this summer

BH Live, the registered charity which operates leisure centres across Dorset and Hampshire, is transforming the health and wellbeing facilities at Pelhams this summer.

Pelhams Park Leisure Centre is located in Kinson, North Bournemouth. It is a popular community leisure centre with a large gym, two swimming pools, daily classes in its three group exercise studios, 3G rubber crumb football pitches, outdoor tennis courts, a café, FeelGood Factory and more.

What’s happening…
Over the summer holidays the first-floor gym and group cycle studio at Pelhams are to be completely revamped to create brand new bright, welcoming and accessible facilities for all.

New high-specification cardio fitness equipment will appeal to those looking to improve their overall fitness, strength and mobility. Strength training is being powered up with lifting platforms, plate-loaded machines and functional equipment. There will be improved space for pre and post-workout stretching and mobility work too.

On the upgraded gym equipment, customers will be able to track their progress, log essential body stats, personalise training and sync with other health apps such as Apple Health, FitBit and Strava. There will also be a complete suite of touchscreen entertainment and streaming.

Furthermore, the centre’s group cycle experience is being relaunched with brand-new high-spec training bikes from TechnogymTM, with interactive features, plus Myzone fitness tracking.

Pelhams has been operated by the charity in partnership with BCP Council since 2010.

This transformation, coupled with the reopening of BH Live Active, Queen’s Park, new attractions at Littledown, plus essential investments at other local leisure centres demonstrates how BH Live, as a registered charity, uses any surplus to invest in local facilities for the benefit of the community.

Rob Cunningham, BH Live’s Associate Director of Leisure said,

“With so many great facilities and activities, Pelhams is an incredibly popular community space enjoyed by thousands of customers each week. We know this investment will be welcome news indeed and we can’t wait to get started.

“Once completed, customers and residents will have access to even better local sports facilities right on their doorstep – providing an inclusive, motivating, safe and welcoming space for people of all ages and abilities and enjoy their leisure time and focus on improving fitness, mobility, strength, physical health and mental wellbeing.”

To complete this welcome transformation at Pelhams as quickly as possible there are some scheduled temporary closures.

  • Monday 24 July - Sunday 3 September 2023
    Pelhams gym temporarily closed
  • Monday 21 August - Sunday 3 September 2023
    Pelhams group exercise studios temporarily closed – outdoor classes will be available
  • Monday 4 September 2023
    New gym and studios to open

The rest of the centre and activities at Pelhams, including the FeelGood Factory, pools, sanarium, café, soft play, football pitches and tennis courts will all remain open as usual.

During these temporary closures, customers will be able to use other facilities as part of their BH Live Active multisite membership at Corfe Mullen, Queen’s Park, Littledown, Stokewood and Sir David English Sports Centre.

A preview suite with demo equipment is available in the centre’s reception. Customers are encouraged to speak with the team in the centre if they have any questions about their membership or would like to find out more about what’s happening.

First look at the centre improvements

Frequently Asked Questions

Monday 24 July 2023

The opening date for the gym and studios will be Monday 4 September 2023

  • Brand new gym layout with high-spec fitness equipment, complete with interactive features and activity tracking - everything you need for improved fitness, motivation, mobility, strength, health and wellbeing. Includes:
  • Cardio equipment includes 18.5-inch touchscreen consoles and displays for streaming, synching, and activity tracking.
  • Fully integrated with music apps, TV, and internet
  • Watch Netflix, ITV Hub, BBC iPlayer
  • Stay connected on social media platforms
  • Integrates with health tracking apps including Apple Health, Fitbit, and Strava.
  • More functional fitness training space and a stretch area for pre and post-workout activity
  • Dedicated free weights area including plate loaded equipment, lifting platforms, squat racks, dumbbells up to 50kgs, and much more
  • A relaunched Technogym group cycle experience with improved bikes, technology, and interactive features including FreeBeat and Peak classes
  • TANITA body composition analysis and health monitoring
  • A mobile app that integrates with the equipment and helps individuals work towards physical activity goals. Supports activity tracking, personalises workouts on cardio equipment, and synchs with other apps such as Strava. Offers customers personalisation and supports a range of training including cardio, functional or strength exercises, group classes, and any kind of sport or activity.
  • New flooring and decoration throughout complete with improved AV for better sound and feature lighting.

Yes. The rest of the centre and activities, including the FeelGood Factory, pools, sanarium, football pitches, tennis courts, café and soft play will all remain open as usual.

Other gyms and classes which you can access as part of your BH Live Active multisite membership include Corfe Mullen, Queen’s Park (opening Monday 10 July), Littledown, Stokewood, and Sir David English.

You can also access hundreds of online classes including Les Mills via BH Live Active at Home as part of our multisite membership.

Head over to our Help Centre to see if you are eligible to suspend your membership and how to do this. Eligibility includes medical conditions which prevent you from using our services on a temporary basis & pregnancy – see section 6 in our membership terms and conditions for full details.

Yes – we will be relaunching our popular junior gym sessions for young people aged between 8-13 years old.

We believe that exercise should be inclusive and accessible for all. Pulse Fitness equipment has the largest Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) accredited equipment range on the market. Each piece of IFI-accredited Pulse kit has met IFI design standards and as such, is fully accessible for both disabled and non-disabled users to operate during a workout.

Please ask us in the centre so we can make recommendations to suit your needs.

Yes – we are always looking for great local talent to join our team. Speak with us in centre or head over to our recruitment page to see vacancies and apply. Working for BH Live, a charitable social enterprise, has lots of great benefits, and you’ll be supporting community health and wellbeing too.

Nearby centres and facilities which can be accessed as part of BH Live’s Active multisite membership include Littledown, Queen’s Park (opening 10 July 2023) Stokewood, Sir David English Sports Centre and Corfe Mullen. Find your nearest centres.

Members can also access hundreds of online classes including Les Mills via BH Live Active at Home.

No, although if you are using the centres more regularly you may benefit from a membership. Pay-as-you-go information is available on the BH Live Active app.