Physical Activity and Nutrition
Welcome to the Physical Activity and Nutrition! This category is all about helping you lead a healthy and active lifestyle right here in North Tyneside. Explore resources, activities, and information that can support your journey to physical wellbeing. Here's what you'll find in this category:
Fitness and Recreation: Discover fitness centres, sports clubs, and recreational activities to help you stay active and fit.
Nutrition Tips: Access tips, articles, and guides on maintaining a balanced diet and making healthy food choices.
Outdoor Activities: Find information on parks, trails, and outdoor events that promote physical activity.
We're here to support you in your journey to physical wellbeing. Your health matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the tools and information you need to live well locally.
Services
Contours Gym Membership
Contours is a fitness and wellbeing membership package which gives you unlimited access to all North Tyneside Council gyms, exercise classes, spas and swimming pools at- The Parks Sports Centre The Lakeside Centre Tynemouth Pool Waves Hadrian Leisure Centre. That adds up to, 5 gyms, 4 pools, 2 spas and over 190 exerci… >
ease INTO programme
Children across North Tyneside are invited to take advantage of a free programme of activities, created to help them be healthy and active while off school. ‘ease INTO’ is a programme that’s been created as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme backed by the Department for Education. Children who are eligible for income based free sc… >
Teen Gym
Teenagers are already going through so many changes as they approach adulthood, and if weight is a concern Teen Gym offers help and support via a team of friendly experts. Designed to support young people to become more physically active and learn what types of fitness they enjoy, the programme also includes nutritional advice to help young peopl… >
The Lakeside Centre
The Lakeside Centre is a North Tyneside based leisure centre with a Contours gym, swimming pool, sports hall, studio and soft play. The changing area includes single and family changing cubicles, baby changing facilities and a vanity area with hairdryers. More information on facilities, activities, opening times and programmes is available here. >
Waves
Waves is a North Tyneside based leisure centre with a Contours gym, swimming pool, spa area, and studio. The changing area includes single and family changing cubicles, baby changing facilities and a vanity area with hairdryers. More information on facilities, activities, opening times and programmes is available here. >
Tynemouth Pool
Tynemouth Pool is a North Tyneside based leisure centre with a Contours gym, swimming pool, studio and spa area. The changing area includes single and family changing cubicles, baby changing facilities and a vanity area with hairdryers. More information on facilities, activities, opening times and programmes is available here. >
Things to do
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Baby Fit
Our Baby Fit class is for mother and baby (from 6 weeks postpartum-2yrs). We will support you through each class, regardless of … >
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Pilates
Our 60minute Pilates class is great for all ages and abilities. Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexi… >
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Active Gold
Our Active Gold group class provides low-medium aerobic and strength activities in a safe and supportive environment. A mix of 50… >
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Chair-based Pilates
A 45-minute slow-moving chair-based Pilates class is suitable for people who have difficulty getting down on the floor. Regular … >
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Tai Chi Qigong
Tai Chi Qigong is an ancient form of Chinese exercise characterised by slow, graceful movements that help improve circulation, ba… >
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Outdoor Well-Being Activity Day
FREE - Well-being walks and cycle rides for North Tyneside residents Available now to book for individuals or community groups w… >