Twyford Sports Centre
Twyford Crescent, Acton W3 9PP (see
map)
Tel: (020) 8993 9095
Transport: Underground Ealing Common (District and Piccadilly line); bus E3, 207, 266.
Opening hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs and Fri 6pm-10pm, Tues 4.30pm-10pm, Sat 9am-6.30pm (term time), Sun 12pm-7pm (Apr-Sept), 9.30am-7pm (Oct-Mar).
Facilities: Sports hall, activity and club room, floodlit tennis, netball and football area.
Adult programme: Fitness classes
Active Kids and Active
Teens programme: Sports courses and sessions
Facilities available to hire
The areas listed below are available to hire.
Contact the centre to check availability.
Main sports hall
Cost: £39.20 per hour
Small hall and club room
These areas can be used for sports and leisure
activities such as martial arts. Alternatively we can supply tables
and chairs for meetings, seminars and demonstrations.
Cost: £23 for each area, per hour (community use)
Badminton courts
The centre has four badminton courts.
Cost: £9.10per hour
Outdoor floodlit area
The all-weather, floodlit sports area is available to
hire for casual and block bookings throughout the year. This area
can be used for football, netball, tennis, mixed activities and
games.
Cost:
Whole area £25 per hour (£31 per hour with floodlights)
Netball court £17.50 per hour (£22.50 per hour with
floodlights)
Tennis court £7 per hour (£8 per hour with
floodlights)
Equipment hire
£1 per item per hour (including football, badminton
racket, table tennis bat).
Adult
programme:
Fitness classes
|
Day |
Class |
Level |
Time |
|
Monday |
Aerobics |
Beginner/Improver |
7pm-8pm |
|
Circuit challenge |
Beginner/Improver |
8pm-9pm |
|
|
Tuesday |
Yoga (Ashtanga vinyasa) |
Beginner/Improver |
7pm-8.30pm |
|
Wednesday |
Yoga (Hatha) |
Beginner/Improver |
6.30pm-8pm |
|
Total body conditioning |
Beginner/Improver |
7pm-8pm |
|
|
Yoga (Hatha) |
Beginner/Improver |
8pm-9.30pm |
|
|
Tai chi |
Beginner |
8pm-8.45pm |
|
|
Tai chi |
Improver | 8.45pm-9.30pm | |
| Thursday |
Kickboxing and fitness |
Beginner/Improver |
7pm-8pm |
|
Saturday |
Aerobics |
Beginner/Improver |
10am-11am |
NB. All classes are subject to change at short notice.
Prices
Yoga classes £6.20 (£3.20 LP), all other classes £4.60
(£2.30 LP)
LP =
Leisure pass
Fitness discounts
A ten-session fitness card can be purchased for £37, a saving
of £7. This card is valid for three months from the date of
purchase (this offer does not apply to yoga classes).
Class descriptions
Circuit challenge: This drop-in circuit training class is very popular and is suitable for men and women who are serious about getting fit or staying fit. So if you want to have fun while working out come along and give this class a try.
Yoga (Ashtanga Vinyasa): Ashtanga is a dynamic, athletic and physically demanding form of Yoga. This class is an introduction, but it also suitable for people who already have some experience of Yoga. The class involves a series of set postures that are practised in a sequence (vinyasa). Ashtanga is ideal for dealing with stress and for getting back into shape or to maintain fitness, health and happiness. This class is suitable for adults of all ages.
Hatha Yoga: These classes are suitable from the total beginner to those who already have experience of Yoga. Hatha is a comprehensive form of Yoga, which includes slow stretching, holding fixed postures, special ways of breathing, relaxation, visualisation and meditation.
Total body conditioning: This class will concentrate on toning exercises for all problem areas such as the legs, bums and stomachs. as well as an aerobic work out. Fitness can be improved through cardiovascular exercises and muscle tone, through muscular strength and endurance exercises.
Tai Chi: Tai Chi is a gentle martial arts discipline that is made up of a series of slow movements. It's ideal for people of all ages and health conditions. Tai Chi can promote gentle strengthening of the muscles, improve blood circulation and posture, while helping to relax the body and mind.
Kickboxing and fitness: This popular drop-in session is suitable for anyone who wants to get fit or stay fit while learning the various techniques of Kickboxing and self defence.
Aerobics: This class involves a mixture of aerobic and
toning exercises, which combine to ensure a total body workout.
Active
Kids and Active
Teens
Term time programme for ages up to 15 years.
Courses
13 and 14 week courses beginning Monday 7
September (excluding half term)
|
Activity |
Day |
Time |
Level |
Age |
Cost |
|
Football |
Monday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
5-12 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Judo |
Tuesday |
5pm-6pm |
All |
6-9 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Judo |
Tuesday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
10-12 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Football |
Tuesday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
5-12 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Trampolining |
Wednesday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
6-14 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Gymnastics |
Wednesday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
7-11 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Gymnastics |
Thursday |
6pm-7pm |
All |
4-8 years |
£45.50 (£31.85 JLP) |
|
Fencing |
Thursday |
6pm-7pm |
Beginners |
10-14 years |
£45.50 (£31.85 JLP) |
|
Fencing |
Thursday |
7pm-8pm |
Improvers |
10-14 years |
£45.50 (£31.85 JLP) |
|
Mini tennis |
Saturday |
10am-11am |
All |
4-11 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
|
Football |
Saturday |
11am-12noon |
All |
5-12 years |
£49 (£34.30 JLP) |
-
Children booking for the same activity
From Monday 30 November (for January - April courses) -
New booking
From Monday 14 December (for January - April courses)
No booking required - just turn up, pay and play.
| Activity | Day | Time | Level | Age | Cost |
| Netball | Tuesday | 6pm-7pm | all | 12-15years | £2.50 (£2 JLP) |
Fencing
The beginners session introduces children to the enjoyable sport of fencing, while the improvers session is available for children who progress from the beginners session. All equipment is provided and the session will be coached by a fully qualified instructor in a safe and structured environment.
This course is designed for everyone from the total beginner to those who wish to improve their trampolining skills. Lots of fun in a safe environment.
There are three courses available for this very popular sport, held on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday. Coaches will provide expert training as children are split into groups on each of the days, according to age and ability. Medals are awarded at the end of each session and football competitions will be held on a regular basis.
These courses introduce children to basic gymnastic skills and will help them develop their balance and co-ordination, whilst having lots of fun. Children will also have the opportunity to attain BAGA Awards (British amateur gymnastics association).
The beginners session introduces children to the sport of Judo. The improvers session teaches more experienced children and those who have progressed from the beginners session. These courses include regular assessment by a qualified instructor.
This courses provide an ideal opportunity for children to learn the basic skills of tennis whilst developing their hand/eye co-ordination. They will be split into groups depending on their ability and medals are awarded at the end of each session. Children will play on the outdoor courts depending on their progress, ability and the weather. Competitions are held at the end of each course.
Each week the participants will practice netball basics, learn new skills and work on team match-play situations. Girls from this session may have the opportunity to represent Ealing in the London youth games.
Please call the centre for the dates.
Course bookings - places must be booked in advance and run during term time only. Courses may be attended on a ‘per session’ basis if spaces are available (fencing and judo available as a course only). Cost per session: £3.90 (£2.80 JLP)
JLP = Junior leisure pass Available to dependant children (aged up to 16 years) of adult leisure pass holders. Visit our website for details, call Active Ealing on 020 8825 6161 or email sports@ealing.gov.uk