New membership offer for young people at Torfaen health and fitness suites

Torfaen council is officially launching a new fitness membership offer for young people aged 16-18 years during Torfaen Sustainability Week.

For a special monthly price of only £25, approximately 35 per cent less than the monthly price of a full membership, young people can access full membership benefits.

These benefits include access to Cwmbran Stadium and PALC Fitness Suites, free pool use during advertised public swim hours, unrestricted access to a wide range of exercise classes, and free use of spa facilities including jacuzzi and saunas.

The executive member for regeneration, councillor Richard Clark said: "We have recognised the growing interest in gym memberships from young people in this age range. Some are looking to improve their general fitness, others in strengthening their stamina and endurance for competitive sport.

"However, we also recognise that there are a growing number of young people interested in the social aspect of fitness training. Many enjoy meeting other like minded young people and others appear to benefit from socialising with people from other age groups and walks of life."

The new offer aimed at 16-18 year olds is being launched as part of Torfaen Sustainability Week during Health and Wellbeing Day on Sunday 11 October. An open day at PALC will also take place on the day.

Free inductions are being included as part of the offer when a young person purchases their first monthly card.

Staying active is proven to help young people keep healthy and there are many different ways they can get active such as walking, running, dancing, skiing, playing a team sport or swimming.

For further information about the 16-18 Monthly Fitness Membership, contact Cwmbran Stadium Fitness Suite on 01633 627109 or Pontypool Active Living Centre Fitness Suite on 01495 742230.