Down Leisure Centre

Normal Opening Hours

Please note: Swimming Pools, Health Suite and Fitness Suite close 30 minutes prior to centre closing.

Going to the gym, swimming pool or fitness class

You can go to the gym in Down Leisure Centre at your convenience and there is no need to book in advance . If it is the first time you have attended the gym please book a gym induction in advance by calling 0330 137 4026.

You can come along to the swimming pools in Down Leisure Centre at your convenience Monday to Friday every week.  There will be no need to book your swim session in advance during the week, you can simply ‘walk in’ to book, pay and attend your swim session.  

Down Leisure Centre swimming pool can be very busy at weekends and we aim to avoid disappointment for those travelling a distance or taking young children swimming.  We would therefore, advise booking in advance via the NMD Be Active app to ensure entry at your chosen time slot at weekends.

You must book all fitness classes in advance on the NMD Be Active app or online. You can also book by phone by calling 0330 137 4026.

For information on downloading the NMD Be Active app go to: https://www.newrymournedown.org/be-active-app

Contact Details

Down Leisure Centre
114 Market Street
Downpatrick
BT30 6LZ

T: 0330 137 4026
E: downleisurecentre@nmandd.org 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/NMDBeActiveLeisure

NMD Be Active App: https://www.newrymournedown.org/be-active-app

Down Leisure Centre Swimming Programme and Fitness Class Timetables

To view Down Leisure Centre Swimming Pool opening times click here.

To view Down Leisure Centre fitness classes click here.

Facilities

• 6 lane 25m pool
• Learner pool with water features
• Multi purpose Rooms/Studios
• Meeting Room
• 75 station gym
• 4 court sports hall
• Handball court
• Vitality health suite - vitality pool, steam room, heated stone bed lounger and sauna

Memberships

We offer an extensive variety of membership options to suit everyone's individual needs whether you want to swim, participate in classes, workout in the gym or combine all three.

We wish to make your wellness journey a successful one and will be on hand to offer advice and support in all aspects of your membership, training or a healthy living approach to life.

The flexibility in payment options allows members to avail of daily rates, Pay As You Go, as well as monthly direct debit packages and three, six or twelve month pay up front options.

Membership packages available from £16.40 - £32.70.

To view the Membership Packages click here

Pay As You Go

You can also come along to our Leisure Centres and Pay As You Go. The main Pay As You Go prices to access our gyms, classes, swimming pools and health suites in Newry, Kilkeel and Down Leisure Centres are below. 

Please note that pricing may vary across facilities. Please speak to staff for a full list of our Pay As You Go prices.

Admission Policy

Newry, Mourne and Down Leisure Centres currently operate the following admission policy for its users.

• All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult (at least 16 years old) at all times.
• An adult (aged 16 or over) may accompany:-

        - 1 child under the age of 4.
        - 2 children where at least one of the children is aged over 4 years.

• In addition to the above, non-swimmers (children) must wear a secure flotation device such as fitted armbands or a buoyancy aid.
• Those under 16 years may not use the Health Suite.
• Any person under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be refused admission.

Our Customers Safety

We encourage our customers to wear face masks in communal areas, make full use of hand sanitiser stations throughout our buildings and social distance in busy areas where possible.  Do not attend our leisure centres if you feel unwell or are experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms. Please note, that if we experience significant demand for our services and we need to ensure the safety of our customers, we may in some cases have to reintroduce session booking.