Transformed fitness facilities at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Hilsea have reopened today (Monday 29 June 2026).

This marks the completion of a major £750K BH Live investment to transform leisure centres across the city, providing a better fitness experience for residents and visitors.

The upgraded gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre features brand-new Precor equipment across 130 workout stations, alongside improved cardio and strength training zones. The space has been reconfigured to include dedicated recovery, physio, and wellness areas, and new post-workout facilities featuring Reach Wellness equipment.

An EGYM smart workout area is coming soon, enhancing the gym’s digital fitness offering even more. Learn more and ‘get EGYM ready’ at bhliveactive.org.uk/egym.

The centre’s health suite (spa area) has been redecorated, and its lockers and showers refreshed. Female changing rooms (gym) are reopening on Monday 29 June 2026, and male changing rooms (gym) reopen on Monday 6 July 2026.

Other recently completed projects, which were part of BH Live’s £750K investment, include an improved group cycle studio at the Mountbatten Leisure Centre and a brand-new Reformer Pilates studio at the Pyramids Centre in Southsea.

Furthermore, using some of the gym equipment from Mountbatten, a brand-new gym space has been created and is opening at Wimbledon Park Sports Centre from Saturday 13 July 2026.

BH Live (a registered charity and social enterprise) operates sport and leisure facilities across the city on behalf of Portsmouth City Council.

On behalf of BH Live, Rob Cunningham, Director of Leisure and Business Development, shared;

“We’re delighted to confirm the reopening of Mountbatten Leisure Centre’s gym following this significant investment. The new space has been completely transformed, with high-quality equipment and dedicated training and recovery areas designed to support all fitness levels.

“This refurbishment reflects our commitment to creating modern, welcoming environments that help more people across the city stay active and improve their health and wellbeing.”

On behalf of Portsmouth City Council, Cllr Lee Hunt, Cabinet Member for Sport, Leisure, and Community Safety, said:

“It’s fantastic to see the reopening of Mountbatten Leisure Centre’s gym following this significant investment. These improvements will provide residents with modern, high-quality facilities that support people of all ages and abilities to get active and stay healthy.

“We’re proud to work in partnership with BH Live to continue enhancing leisure opportunities across the city, making it easier for our communities to prioritise their wellbeing and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle.”

Located in the heart of Hilsea, the Mountbatten Leisure Centre is located just a short distance from Portsmouth’s city centre. It is equipped with a large gym with dedicated cardio and weight areas as well as multiple fitness studios where group exercise classes, including Les Mills™ Body Pump, Pilates, group cycling, and many more take place seven days a week. An outdoor velodrome and athletics track hosts regular training, events and competitions throughout the year.

There is also a 50-metre swimming pool (divided into two) and a learner pool with regular public swimming sessions, pool-based classes and lessons. The swimming pool is frequently booked for galas and competitions, including regional and national championships.

Mountbatten Leisure Centre is home to a large pool inflatable obstacle course, AquaDash!, an indoor Clip N’ Climb, and MountAirXL, a giant air inflatable which launched in October 2025. These attractions are popular with young people, community groups, and are perfect for parties. Health Suite (Spa) facilities include a sauna, spa bath and steam room.

The Mountbatten Leisure Centre is well-known for its health and wellbeing programmes that are supported by the NHS. Qualified instructors and an exercise referral team are on hand to offer guidance and support for individuals recovering from injuries or long-term health conditions.

Multi-sport activities and events are held throughout the year in partnership with local clubs and schools in the centre’s eight-court sports hall. A Terrace Café with free customer WiFi and a children’s soft play facility is also available.

Outdoors, there is an athletics track and velodrome utilised for year-round sporting events, as well as several sports pitches.

For more information about the Mountbatten Leisure Centre, visit bhliveactive.org.uk/mountbatten.

More information about BH Live can be found online at bhlive.org.uk.