After the success of the inflatable fun sessions during the summer holidays, Havant Leisure Centre have introduced a weekly session every Saturday 4.00pm to 5.00pm. Using the new 'Twin Track' inflatable where you can race a friend down opposite sides of an assault course swimmers will be guaranteed an hours fun and excitement. This session will run throughout the school term until further notice. Admission prices are the same as a standard swim session (see download box to the left). For any more information please contact Customer Services at Havant Leisure Centre or just turn... read the rest of this article.

The results from the July 2009 Customer Questionnaire are now available. Click here to view. read the rest of this article.

Whether you are new to badminton or play at a competitive level our Tuesday morning coaching sessions with Dennis Wale can help you improve your game. Finding good coaching is a must if you want to learn, improve your technique or compete at a higher level.   Dennis has many years experience and a coaching qualification enabling him to offer his experience and knowledge to those wishing to learn or advance their badminton play.   His friendly coaching and positive encouragement allows you to enjoy yourself whilst achieving your goals whatever level... read the rest of this article.

The following article is taken from the Portsmouth Evening News: A swimmer is hoping to break the record by becoming the oldest woman to conquer the English channel.   Chris Pitman, 58, is preparing to swim the channel in 2012, when she will be 61. Chris, a swimming teacher at Horizon Leisure Centre in Waterlooville, is preparing to take on the challenge from Dover to Calais - a distance of 21 nautical miles - and, bravely, she'll be swimming with a pacemaker. 'Over the last couple of months I have started to swim in the sea to get accustomed,' she said. 'As a child... read the rest of this article.

Havant Borough Council has joined up with other agencies to promote a local campaign to get Havant active! The aim is to encourage participation in some form of sport or physical activity and make it a natural part of everyday life. According to recent medical advances, adults should be doing at least 30 minutes of activity 5 times a week. The benefits are that it promotes good health, weight control, reduces stress and most of all it is fun and will make you feel good! Everyone can benefit from regular activity whatever your age, size or physical condition!... read the rest of this article.

Six great reasons for you to gain a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. 1) You can achieve great job satisfaction from knowing you are performing a public service. Lifeguards are equipped to deal with almost any water emergency so your role protecting the welfare and safety of pool users is very important. 2) It will help you to develop your fitness. Not only do you need a good level of fitness to qualify, but if you gain employment as a lifeguard you'll also be encouraged to maintain it. If you are working for a leisure centre after you qualify then you may even receive free... read the rest of this article.

Did you know you can hire a badminton court for less during off peak hours at Havant Leisure Centre?   If you want to enjoy a social game with friends, work on your technique or fitness you can benefit from our off peak rates. Discounted court hire is available between 7.00am and 5.00pm on weekdays. At a price of £4.90 for members and £5.40 for non-members.  We recommend booking courts in advance but it may be possible to turn up and play. Courts can be pre-booked by contacting Customer Services .    read the rest of this article.

Havant Leisure Centre was proud to provide the venue for the South's largest Koi Carp meet over the May bank holiday.  The sports hall was packed with pools containing various varieties of the fish and many different stalls promoting the hobby of Koi keeping. This is the first time this annual event has been held at Havant leisure Centre and we were happy to see a good attendance of Carp enthusiasts.    read the rest of this article.

In support of 'Action for Brain Injury Week' Mark Chapman swam over a mile at Havant Leisure Centre to promote awareness and raise funds for the charity 'Headway'. Mark, 40 from Stubbington near Fareham chose the date to complete his sponsored swim to coincide with 'Action for brain injury week' . This year the campaign which runs from May 11 th - 17 th 2009 choose to focus on the importance of ' Wearing a cycle helmet' . Through raising awareness of this issue the organisation aims to reduce the incidence of brain injury to persons.  One of the most common... read the rest of this article.

Ever wanted to walk on water? Now you can in one of our floating bubbles we call 'Water Walkerz'.    This highly amusing activity is immense fun for kids and a great idea for a unique and active birthday party.  Enjoy an hour's private use of the main pool for you and your friends to run across the water in our giant inflatable sphere along with pool based fun and games.  Available for parties for numbers of up to 18, and for anyone aged 8 and above at both Waterlooville and Havant Leisure Centres.  For booking enquiries please Customer Services .... read the rest of this article.