Sandwell Leisure Trust

What to eat before your workout:
🎃 Pumpkin seeds - full of protein, zinc, iron and magnesium -- all good for muscular health and bone strength
🥑 Avocados - high levels of oleic acid in avocados help with cellular repair and work to reduce inflammation in the body
... 🐟 Salmon - Those omega-3 fatty acids and protein make this superfood a serious go-to for prime energy and satiation before you hit the gym
🍇 Prunes - can help increase bone strength and density, thanks to the superfood's vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, and boron. A handful of prunes will give you a nice jolt of easy-to-digest fuel before you get your sweat on (more to these than helping you 💩 !)
🥜 Walnuts - packed with omega-3's, alpha-linolenic acid, vitamin E, manganese, copper, and even melatonin -- good for the bones, coordination, and they help you sleep? Pop a few before you head into your next workout.
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Bookings are now open for our popular Couch to 5k programme at Tipton Sports Academy
It starts on 5th June and runs for 9 weeks up until 31st July.
Make new friends, improve your fitness and have a great time! It's also a perfect training plan if you have booked on to complete a 5km charity race!
... Book your place today! www.slt-leisure.co.uk/products/offers/cou ch-to-5k-tsa/
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Everyone is on their own journey, has their own personal motivations and goals and whilst your story is unique to you, your story may help to encourage and influence someone else to make that first brave step into a more active lifestyle.
Maybe you are trying to get ready to compete for an event, raise money for charity, improve your general health or overcome some other battles, we want to hear from you!
If you would like to share your story, get in touch with the marketin...g team marketing@slt-leisure.co.uk and share your journey so far... ❤️❤️❤️
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If you are a club, sports team or simply a group of friends looking for a facility to hire, Haden Hill Leisure Centre's six badminton court sized sports hall has the answer.
We now have availability on Tuesday evenings 7-10 pm, Friday evenings 6pm – 10pm and Saturday mornings 8am – 2pm for regular block bookings.
*Minimum of half hall (3 courts) for an initial period of at least 10 weeks
... Please contact hadenhillbookings@slt-leisure.co.uk for more information
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Spring has sprung and people everywhere are busy spring cleaning their homes and gardens.
But what about your exercise plan? When was the last time you had a spring clean on your workout?
... If it's time for out with the old and in with the new, book in with our expert gym instructors for some inspiration! www.slt-leisure.co.uk/about-us/meet-the-t eam/
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BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This popular 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises such as squats, presses, lifts and curls.
Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for – and fast!
We have 22 classes a week taking place at Portway Lifestyle Centre Wednesbury Leisure Centre Haden Hill Leisure Centre Smethwick Swimming... Centre and Tipton Leisure Centre
Fully included in the ONE Card membership or £5.60 pay as you go.
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Are you dressed and ready for spring ? 🌹🌼⛈☃️💨☔️

👟The final places on our first Couch to 5K at West Smethwick Park were snapped up this morning.🏃‍♂️
This event is now SOLD OUT. Thank you for your support. All participants will recieve an email by the end of the week confirming what to bring & where to meet.
If you still looking for a programme for this summer we are back at Tipton Sports Academy this June. Cick on the link below for booking details.
... www.slt-leisure.co.uk/products/offers/cou ch-to-5k-tsa/
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GREEN TEA ☕️
It's not everyone's cup of tea (sorry!) but there are a lot of health benefits to this little super drink... here are a few:
💪 Strong bones and muscles - research suggests that people who regularly drink green tea had higher bone mineral density (indicating healthy bones) compared to those who did not consume green tea on a regular basis.
... ❤️ Keeps your ticker healthy - green tea can help lower blood pressure, LDL cholesterol (sometimes known as "bad cholesterol"), and triglyceride levels. Green tea is also associated with a lower risk of coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke.
🤧 Strengthen immune system - the antioxidants in green tea can help ward off infections, plus drinking green tea may even improve teeth and gum health
To make the most of the benefits you need to drink ideally around 3 cups a day and drinking before your workout can even give your results a boost! 👊
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📯 Final 10 places remaining !! Final call for our first Couch to 5K programme of 2019. Registrations will close tomorrow 🏃‍♂️👟
This nine-week course helps complete beginners to learn to run in a fun & friendly environment with like-minded individuals.
Don't be intimidated by the 5K, our programme starts very slowly with walking and jogging before a gradual increase.
... The programme starts on Wednesday 1st May (6.30 – 7.30pm) in West Smethwick Park and the only stipulation is that you need to be aged 14 or over. Places are FREE on this programme thanks to funding from Heritage Lottery Fund. Those registering must commit to a weekly group session & two pieces of homework linked in the session.
www.slt-leisure.co.uk/products/offers/cou ch-to-5k/
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Were you caught short in your gym gear this weekend ? #fitness #TuesdayMotivation

🏋️‍♀️We are recruiting🥊
Sandwell Leisure Trust is seeking to appoint a full time Gym & Fitness Instructor to provide a frontline service to users of the gym at Smethwick Swimming Centre
The role will include assisting with the smooth running of the gym, giving inductions to new users, maximising sales, delivering classes, devising training programmes for users and taking a proactive role in promoting the centre and its facilities.
... The ideal candidates should be reliable, hard working, dedicated, approachable and have the ability to relate to our service users.
Candidates must hold one of the following certificates: -
CYQ Level 2 Gym Instructors Certificate or equivalent recognised Register of Exercise professionals L2 Gym Qualification.
Candidates must also be willing to become qualified to instruct indoor cycling and other Group Fitness classes requiring a specific qualification if not currently held.
www.slt-leisure.co.uk/…/detai…/30476- gym-fitness-instructor/
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Thanks for the shout out ! Easter is a great time to get out and enjoy what Sandwell has too offer.

Don't forget our Family ONE Offer is still available!
Half price initial payment and pay nothing until June '19
Join online and start enjoying all we offer straight away... www.slt-leisure.co.uk/news/family-one-mem bership-offer/
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FOAM ROLLERS Have you seen these, but unsure what they are for?
Foam rollers are exercise devices used for self-massage. They help to soothe tight and sore muscles areas, can help improve mobility and help speed up muscle recovery.
... The ‘rolling’ on tight muscles is a method of 'myofascial release' (which is a fancy way of saying relaxing painful muscles) with the best results occurring when you combine 30 – 90 seconds of rolling combined with static stretches for the affected area.
The lightweight tubes are made from compressed foam, with rollers coming in different firmness’s. If you are new to foam rolling it’s best to start with a softer roller as this can be a painful especially on sore muscles.
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Happy Easter Monday!
Why not make the most of the day with a walk in the fresh air. It's proven that a walk with nature is very good for our mental health. So whether it be the park, the countryside or the coast - get out and enjoy and we'll see you tomorrow...

Enjoy your bank holiday Monday and don't forget all of our centres are closed today apart from Portway Lifestyle Centre.
Portway Lifestyle Centre are open 09.00 - 12.30 with gym, badminton and three fitness classes available; 9.15-10.00am Mash Up 10.00-10.30am Kettlebell... 10.30-11.00am Indoor Cycling
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Have you always wanted to discover a training plan based on your exact DNA.
We have collaborated with FitnessGenes a leading UK based DNA analyst company to help you understand how your body works and unlock your genetic potential.
As much as 50% variation in physical performance is determined by a person’s DNA, that is why not all workouts and diets work the same for everyone. Fitness Genes combines your unique genetic code with relevant lifestyle data to identify the exerc...ise, nutrition and lifestyle strategies that are most effective for you.
www.slt-leisure.co.uk/products/offers/fit ness-genes/
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Yesterday I finished couch to 5k and ‘graduated’ from the coached course I completed with Sandwell leisure trust at Tipton sports academy. On the first class, I couldn’t run for 1 minute without stopping I was so unfit. However, last night, only 8 weeks later, I ran for 5.27km (3.27 miles) without stopping. Not once. I was slower than a tortoise in peanut butter, but I ran all the way.



I’ll be honest, there were tough moments when I thought I couldn’t do it, but the camaraderie and support of #teamtipton got me through.



I wouldn’t be where I am without this course, I’d have probably given up at week 4/5. But no. I can run 5k. Give it a go, you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve if you believe in yourself and join a group activity!



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#thisgirlcan �

What a fantastic opportunity. I really enjoyed the Couch to 5K session Tipton Sports Academy. Whilst I have been running for a while, I wanted to work on my pace.

I feel great, met some wonderful people and the staff were really friendly, supportive and encouraging.

Our coach was truly amazing too (Hayley).

It doesn't matter whether you are a hard-core gym attendee or have just started, you are made to feel welcome and at ease.

I have a One Card and find it's great value for money. You have the option of attending over 7 leisure centres where a range of activities are available and discounts on racket sports and golf.

So why wait, sign up for a one card and reap the rewards.

Three and a half years ago I had a quadruple heart bypass and could barely get out of the chair to make a coffee and it's been very hard to motivate myself to do any worthwhile structured exercise, that is until I joined the Tipton Couch25k group nine weeks ago which I'm proud to say I alongside about 80 others graduated this week. I can only offer praise to the coaches, especially Haley who spurred everyone on every week offering encouragement to us all.

Completing this course has genuinely altered my life and my whole outlook to health and exercise and have even finished 2 x 5k Parkruns, something I could have only have dreamed of previously.

So a big big thank you for giving me the opportunity and if I can do it, anyone can!

Martin Fennings

SLT what can I say absolutely 100% RECOMMEND becoming a member if you aren't already.- I've got the one card and I totally make full use of it its more than worth the £28. 50 per month I manage about5 classes per week so really use my card to its maximum if I wasn't a Mother and didn't have to work id be there even more �. Awesome variety of classes and the instructors are outstanding always happy to offer advise on exercise diet and technique. My top classes body pump, Spin, body jam, zumba and New ZUmba strong

Met some wonderful Gym Buddies whom are now lifelong freinds - no class ever a chore always a pleasure�thank you team SLT you guys totally smash it. ��Much appreciation

Ok I found the review section.

Right a bit of history on my part first. I've tried to be fit for most of my life though I'm a heavy guy. I ride several types of bike but not as much as I'd like. I've also been Britsh Military Fitness member for nearly 10 years. In the last 4 years I've taken part in several long charity runs such as the Birmingham 10k runs, half marathons and even muddy obstacle course races . I'm a regular walker too and compete in fitbit challenges. Running is something I've never been very consistent at and this program has helped change that. I took part in the program based at Portway and was quite nervous to start with. Well I need not have been. Everyone was very encouraging and other the course of the program my running became much more consistent and my pace even increased. Our little running group became quite social to as well if many of us chatting over Facebook regularly and at our weekly runs. I would wholeheartedly recommend this program completely without reservation. Just keeping put one foot in front of the other. There is more inside you than you might otherwise think. Hopefully I'll see you out running or jogging somewhere soon.

Last night, along side the rest of team Tipton, I completed the couch to 5k course that was being held at Tipton Sports Academy. When I signed up it was to prove a point that in 9 weeks there was no way I could go from a complete non runner to running 5k. Wow! How wrong I was! The course has completely changed how I look at my fitness, I'm addicted to running and will become a regular to the track at the sports academy now. My cardio has improved drastically, my recovery rate is amazing and my general fitness has come on in leaps and bounds. None of this would've been possible without the fantastic staff that were involved and ofcourse to the fabulous coach Hayley, who was constantly cheering us on and motivating us any way she could. She is a credit to the SLT team! If anyone is considering trying the course I strongly recommend you go for it, it's amazing and will change your life. Not to mention the other awesome things that the Sports Academy and SLT have to offer. Check it out, you won't regret it.

I’ve just finished the best 9 week experience ever! Absolutely terrified at the start and doubtful that I could ever gain the stamina and fitness to run a whole 5k but here we are and I have achieved the impossible! � The whole TSA team were amazingly supportive and the entire plan was so well organised and executed, so a massive thank you to you all (extra special thanks to Hayley and Paul). I’ve met some wonderful people and are so grateful to you all for your encouragement and kind words. #goteamtipton xx

I've only been going a couple of weeks and I've joined the 'One Card Membership' and for £28 the value is amazing! I visit 3 centres which are all new and modern, the range of fitness classes is huge and varied and I love having the option of going to the different classes and swimming. All the staff are lovely. Its fantastic value and I think we're so lucky to have so may centres to use in the Sandwell Area.

I would like to say how impressed I am with Kirk wildman at Portway leisure centre and his delivery of classes. It was sad to see Hayley go but she promised Kirk would continue to work us hard and oh boy he does. He is a fantastic instructor with a unique teaching style. His attitude is very professional but he is also friendly and inspiring. He is firm and extremely motivating and brings out the best in the customers �

I joined the couch to 5K 9 weeks ago. I'd always wanted to get into running but have always backed out because I was convinced I just couldn't do it, I just wasn't meant to run. Well after 9 weeks I am now running 5K without stopping and it's all down to the support of the lovely group and SLT. I would 1000% recommend! Thank you so much for helping me find something I love doing.

I have just completed the couch to 5k programme at Tipton sports Academy and have enjoyed my 9 week journey. The support from the team and everyone taking part has been fantastic. I never thought that I would be able to run the whole 5k when I started but I can thanks to this programme and I've started doing park runs on a Saturday now too. Running is now my new hobby. Thank you SLT for running this programme and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

I have been using SLT facilities for 12 years, since I moved to the area. Haden Hill is my second home, I love it. The fitness class timetable is second to none! As an NHS employee I only pay £22.80 for my One Card which means each session works out about 80p a time, I'm there that often! Fabulous value. I've been going to gyms and leisure centres for nearly 30 years; SLT are by far the best. Great work, keep it up!

I attend SLT fitness classes and the gym, along with playing netball outside of this yet i was unable to run more than a few minutes without needing to walk. I signed up to the couch to 5k programme with little expectation that this would change. On wednesday i graduated having run the whole 5k without stopping in an amazing 36mins. I am so proud of myself for sticking with it but couldnt have done it without the excellent support of Hayley and the SLT team along with the rest of the group. Highly recommend it to anyone.... it really works!! Thanks SLT!

Have had an absolutely amazing time doing the couch to 5k. Week one I couldn’t run for 90secs, last night I ran a whole 5k! The support received by all at TSA was phenomenal! Everyone was so supportive and really really helped with motivation! It was an amazing experience. My body shape has changed completely, my fitness levels have improved dramatically; my asthma has improved no end; plus, I have made some amazing friends. Thanks so much for everything!

Did a couch to 5k with slt Tipton sports academy and it was amazing!! Never been able to run before but it has always been a goal for me!! This programme not only helped me achieve that goal as I can now run a 5k but has also helped me lose weight which I had been struggling to do. Highly recommend!!

I've attended Smethwick Swimming Centre for well over a decade now and seen many positive changes. Staff at this centre are warm and professional and seem to form friendly relationships with members. I know them all by name and vice versa.



The instructors have all been passionate, supportive and personable - one or two are genuinely exemplary (Emma on Saturday mornings for example) so I've always had a good experience.



The real beauty of SSC is the sense of community amongst the regular members - lovely, friendly ward people who form a mutually supportive network that is a pleasure to be a part of. It takes a healthy environment to engender such an atmosphere. All offered at tremendous value - Well done SLT!



I'd only suggest that instructors are given more of an opportunity to influence programming decisions and utilise their full range of skills to the benefit of members.

The facilities are good however when there's an instructor off or sick nothing happens.

This is rubbish in this day and age. They should be able to get cover.



The managers need to try some of the instructors classes. Especially zumba. Friday Portway class you couldn't get into them in the past. Now it's a ghost session. Instructor lovely I'm sure but i could burn more calories trying to get into one of the coded doors.



Also given Southwick's ethnic mix and the studies for higher risk of diabetes why has Harry Mitchell been run down to hardly any classes. This used to be a thriving studio with locals walking to classes including me. Now I drive to portway. Sandwell should do more to bring this back to life. This is a crime to the local community.

Recently joined SLT and am so excited about all the classes available across the Centres. I have only so far been to Wednesbury and did two brilliant classes. I was very disappointed to see that the water fountains barely give out water, you will be there all day if you want to get a cupful. On speaking to other members apparently the fountains are all same at Wednesbury and it is accepted as the norm. The showers were also disappointing by having to press the button for water every 5 seconds. Come on Wednesbury whats going on??

I have been a member of SLT for a number of years mainly using haden hill. I use the gym regularly which is amazing With great staff and kept clean and to a high standard. However reallly disappointed with swimming and steam and sauna facilities lately as I have a 2 year old son who loves swimming and the pool has recently become too cold for him to enjoy and changing rooms and sauna and steam dirty. Standards appear to have dropped lately. Portway gym area not much better as machines were mouldy when I tried facilities. �

Yesterday I finished couch to 5k and ‘graduated’ from the coached course I completed with Sandwell leisure trust at Tipton sports academy. On the first class, I couldn’t run for 1 minute without stopping I was so unfit. However, last night, only 8 weeks later, I ran for 5.27km (3.27 miles) without stopping. Not once. I was slower than a tortoise in peanut butter, but I ran all the way.



I’ll be honest, there were tough moments when I thought I couldn’t do it, but the camaraderie and support of #teamtipton got me through.



I wouldn’t be where I am without this course, I’d have probably given up at week 4/5. But no. I can run 5k. Give it a go, you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve if you believe in yourself and join a group activity!



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#thisgirlcan �

What a fantastic opportunity. I really enjoyed the Couch to 5K session Tipton Sports Academy. Whilst I have been running for a while, I wanted to work on my pace.

I feel great, met some wonderful people and the staff were really friendly, supportive and encouraging.

Our coach was truly amazing too (Hayley).

It doesn't matter whether you are a hard-core gym attendee or have just started, you are made to feel welcome and at ease.

I have a One Card and find it's great value for money. You have the option of attending over 7 leisure centres where a range of activities are available and discounts on racket sports and golf.

So why wait, sign up for a one card and reap the rewards.

Three and a half years ago I had a quadruple heart bypass and could barely get out of the chair to make a coffee and it's been very hard to motivate myself to do any worthwhile structured exercise, that is until I joined the Tipton Couch25k group nine weeks ago which I'm proud to say I alongside about 80 others graduated this week. I can only offer praise to the coaches, especially Haley who spurred everyone on every week offering encouragement to us all.

Completing this course has genuinely altered my life and my whole outlook to health and exercise and have even finished 2 x 5k Parkruns, something I could have only have dreamed of previously.

So a big big thank you for giving me the opportunity and if I can do it, anyone can!

Martin Fennings

SLT what can I say absolutely 100% RECOMMEND becoming a member if you aren't already.- I've got the one card and I totally make full use of it its more than worth the £28. 50 per month I manage about5 classes per week so really use my card to its maximum if I wasn't a Mother and didn't have to work id be there even more �. Awesome variety of classes and the instructors are outstanding always happy to offer advise on exercise diet and technique. My top classes body pump, Spin, body jam, zumba and New ZUmba strong

Met some wonderful Gym Buddies whom are now lifelong freinds - no class ever a chore always a pleasure�thank you team SLT you guys totally smash it. ��Much appreciation

Ok I found the review section.

Right a bit of history on my part first. I've tried to be fit for most of my life though I'm a heavy guy. I ride several types of bike but not as much as I'd like. I've also been Britsh Military Fitness member for nearly 10 years. In the last 4 years I've taken part in several long charity runs such as the Birmingham 10k runs, half marathons and even muddy obstacle course races . I'm a regular walker too and compete in fitbit challenges. Running is something I've never been very consistent at and this program has helped change that. I took part in the program based at Portway and was quite nervous to start with. Well I need not have been. Everyone was very encouraging and other the course of the program my running became much more consistent and my pace even increased. Our little running group became quite social to as well if many of us chatting over Facebook regularly and at our weekly runs. I would wholeheartedly recommend this program completely without reservation. Just keeping put one foot in front of the other. There is more inside you than you might otherwise think. Hopefully I'll see you out running or jogging somewhere soon.

Last night, along side the rest of team Tipton, I completed the couch to 5k course that was being held at Tipton Sports Academy. When I signed up it was to prove a point that in 9 weeks there was no way I could go from a complete non runner to running 5k. Wow! How wrong I was! The course has completely changed how I look at my fitness, I'm addicted to running and will become a regular to the track at the sports academy now. My cardio has improved drastically, my recovery rate is amazing and my general fitness has come on in leaps and bounds. None of this would've been possible without the fantastic staff that were involved and ofcourse to the fabulous coach Hayley, who was constantly cheering us on and motivating us any way she could. She is a credit to the SLT team! If anyone is considering trying the course I strongly recommend you go for it, it's amazing and will change your life. Not to mention the other awesome things that the Sports Academy and SLT have to offer. Check it out, you won't regret it.

I’ve just finished the best 9 week experience ever! Absolutely terrified at the start and doubtful that I could ever gain the stamina and fitness to run a whole 5k but here we are and I have achieved the impossible! � The whole TSA team were amazingly supportive and the entire plan was so well organised and executed, so a massive thank you to you all (extra special thanks to Hayley and Paul). I’ve met some wonderful people and are so grateful to you all for your encouragement and kind words. #goteamtipton xx

I've only been going a couple of weeks and I've joined the 'One Card Membership' and for £28 the value is amazing! I visit 3 centres which are all new and modern, the range of fitness classes is huge and varied and I love having the option of going to the different classes and swimming. All the staff are lovely. Its fantastic value and I think we're so lucky to have so may centres to use in the Sandwell Area.

I would like to say how impressed I am with Kirk wildman at Portway leisure centre and his delivery of classes. It was sad to see Hayley go but she promised Kirk would continue to work us hard and oh boy he does. He is a fantastic instructor with a unique teaching style. His attitude is very professional but he is also friendly and inspiring. He is firm and extremely motivating and brings out the best in the customers �

I joined the couch to 5K 9 weeks ago. I'd always wanted to get into running but have always backed out because I was convinced I just couldn't do it, I just wasn't meant to run. Well after 9 weeks I am now running 5K without stopping and it's all down to the support of the lovely group and SLT. I would 1000% recommend! Thank you so much for helping me find something I love doing.

I have just completed the couch to 5k programme at Tipton sports Academy and have enjoyed my 9 week journey. The support from the team and everyone taking part has been fantastic. I never thought that I would be able to run the whole 5k when I started but I can thanks to this programme and I've started doing park runs on a Saturday now too. Running is now my new hobby. Thank you SLT for running this programme and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

I have been using SLT facilities for 12 years, since I moved to the area. Haden Hill is my second home, I love it. The fitness class timetable is second to none! As an NHS employee I only pay £22.80 for my One Card which means each session works out about 80p a time, I'm there that often! Fabulous value. I've been going to gyms and leisure centres for nearly 30 years; SLT are by far the best. Great work, keep it up!

I attend SLT fitness classes and the gym, along with playing netball outside of this yet i was unable to run more than a few minutes without needing to walk. I signed up to the couch to 5k programme with little expectation that this would change. On wednesday i graduated having run the whole 5k without stopping in an amazing 36mins. I am so proud of myself for sticking with it but couldnt have done it without the excellent support of Hayley and the SLT team along with the rest of the group. Highly recommend it to anyone.... it really works!! Thanks SLT!

Have had an absolutely amazing time doing the couch to 5k. Week one I couldn’t run for 90secs, last night I ran a whole 5k! The support received by all at TSA was phenomenal! Everyone was so supportive and really really helped with motivation! It was an amazing experience. My body shape has changed completely, my fitness levels have improved dramatically; my asthma has improved no end; plus, I have made some amazing friends. Thanks so much for everything!

Did a couch to 5k with slt Tipton sports academy and it was amazing!! Never been able to run before but it has always been a goal for me!! This programme not only helped me achieve that goal as I can now run a 5k but has also helped me lose weight which I had been struggling to do. Highly recommend!!

I've attended Smethwick Swimming Centre for well over a decade now and seen many positive changes. Staff at this centre are warm and professional and seem to form friendly relationships with members. I know them all by name and vice versa.



The instructors have all been passionate, supportive and personable - one or two are genuinely exemplary (Emma on Saturday mornings for example) so I've always had a good experience.



The real beauty of SSC is the sense of community amongst the regular members - lovely, friendly ward people who form a mutually supportive network that is a pleasure to be a part of. It takes a healthy environment to engender such an atmosphere. All offered at tremendous value - Well done SLT!



I'd only suggest that instructors are given more of an opportunity to influence programming decisions and utilise their full range of skills to the benefit of members.

The facilities are good however when there's an instructor off or sick nothing happens.

This is rubbish in this day and age. They should be able to get cover.



The managers need to try some of the instructors classes. Especially zumba. Friday Portway class you couldn't get into them in the past. Now it's a ghost session. Instructor lovely I'm sure but i could burn more calories trying to get into one of the coded doors.



Also given Southwick's ethnic mix and the studies for higher risk of diabetes why has Harry Mitchell been run down to hardly any classes. This used to be a thriving studio with locals walking to classes including me. Now I drive to portway. Sandwell should do more to bring this back to life. This is a crime to the local community.

Recently joined SLT and am so excited about all the classes available across the Centres. I have only so far been to Wednesbury and did two brilliant classes. I was very disappointed to see that the water fountains barely give out water, you will be there all day if you want to get a cupful. On speaking to other members apparently the fountains are all same at Wednesbury and it is accepted as the norm. The showers were also disappointing by having to press the button for water every 5 seconds. Come on Wednesbury whats going on??

I have been a member of SLT for a number of years mainly using haden hill. I use the gym regularly which is amazing With great staff and kept clean and to a high standard. However reallly disappointed with swimming and steam and sauna facilities lately as I have a 2 year old son who loves swimming and the pool has recently become too cold for him to enjoy and changing rooms and sauna and steam dirty. Standards appear to have dropped lately. Portway gym area not much better as machines were mouldy when I tried facilities. �