New group cycling sessions – or spin classes – are getting under way at two Southend leisure centres.

At Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre, Garon Park, off Eastern Avenue, Southend, SS2 4FA, the upgraded spin room on the second floor with brand new spin bikes, is being warmly welcomed by centre users.

Meanwhile, customers are already booking places on new group cycling sessions starting on Wednesday 19th September and Thursday 20th September at Chase Sports & Fitness Centre, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff, SS0 0PR. The classes are being held in the aerobics hall on the ground floor.

Spinning classes provide a great workout, using stationary bikes indoors.  The spin classes are for all abilities and a fantastic way of burning the calories and keeping in shape.

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s Executive Councillor for Culture and Tourism, Councillor Derek Jarvis said: “Group Cycling has become very popular over the past few years, and with the past few weeks of sporting history, many people are now looking for alternative ways to keep fit and lead a healthy lifestyle.  

“Spin classes are fun and energetic – and many participants also find these sessions a great way to meet new people with similar interests.

“We hope these new classes will attract existing and new members to this invigorating way to work out, and they can also choose which centre to use, to pursue their spin fitness routines.

Group Fitness classes are included in the membership packages at each centre.  Classes cost £6.60 per session for non members and can be booked at Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre on 01702 613000 or at Chase Sports & Fitness Centre on 01702 433006.  Price reductions are also available to Advantage Card holders.

Class Timetables:-

Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre, Tel 01702 613000

Monday 9am – 10.30am – Spin/ABS (abdominals)
Monday 7pm – 7.30pm – Spin Beginners
Monday 7.45pm – 8.45pm – Spin / ABS
Tuesday 9.30am – 10.15am – Spin
Tuesday 7pm – 7.30pm – Spin Beginners
Tuesday 7.45pm – 8.45pm – Spin/ABS
Wednesday 9.30am – 10.30am – Spin/ABS
Wednesday 5.30pm – 6pm – Spin Beginners
Wednesday 6.30pm – 7.15pm – Spin
Thursday 9.30am – 10.15am – Spin
Thursday 7pm – 7.45pm – Spin
Friday 9.30am – 10.30am – Spin/ABS
Saturday 9am – 9.30am – Spin Beginners

Chase Sports & Fitness Centre, Tel 01702 433006

Starting Wednesday 19th September – 8.30am – 9.30am – Group Cycling
Starting Thursday 20th September – 7pm – 8pm – Group Cycling