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 programme (ages up to 11 years): Sports courses and sessions 
Active Teens (12-16 years): 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 programme (ages up to 11 years)

Courses
12 and 13 week courses beginning Monday 20 April (excluding half term)

Activity

Day

Time

Level

Age

Cost

Football

Monday

6pm-7pm

All

5-11 years

£42 (£29.40 JLP)

Judo

Tuesday

5pm-6pm

All

6-9 years

£42 (£29.40 JLP)

Judo

Tuesday

6pm-7pm

All

10-12 years

£42 (£29.40 JLP)

Football

Tuesday

6pm-7pm

All

5-11 years

£42 (£29.40 JLP)

Trampolining

Wednesday

6pm-7pm

All

6-14 years

£45.50 (£31.85 JLP)

Gymnastics

Wednesday

6pm-7pm

All

7-11 years

£45.50 (£31.85 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

£45.50 (£31.85 JLP)

Football

Saturday

11am-12noon

All

5-11 years

£45.50 (£31.85 JLP)

JLP = Junior leisure pass

Activity descriptions
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.

Trampolining
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.

Football
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.

Gymnastics
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).

Judo
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.

Mini tennis/tennis
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.

When to book your Active Kids courses

Children booking for the same activity
From Monday 16 March 2009 (for April - July courses)
From Monday 6 July 2009 (for September - December courses)

New booking
From Monday 30 March 2009 (for April - July courses)
From Monday 20 July 2009 (for September - December courses)

Active Teens programme (ages 12-16 years)

Courses 
13 and 14 week courses (excluding half term)

Activity

Day

Time

Level

Age

Cost

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)

Trampolining

Wednesday

6pm-7pm

All

6-14 years

£49 (£34.30 JLP)


JLP = Junior leisure pass

Activity descriptions
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. 

Trampolining
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. 

When to book your Active Teen courses

Children booking for the same activity
From Monday 16 March (for April - July courses)
From Monday 6 July (for September - December courses)

New booking 
From Monday 30 March (for April - July courses)
From Monday 20 July (for September - December courses)