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Junior Membership

A safe, feel-good start to fitness.

Junior Membership at Your Space Bircotes gives 11–15-year-olds a supportive way to get active, build confidence and learn positive gym habits.

Junior member using gym equipment at Your Space

Junior Membership

£22.50

per month by Direct Debit

Join today

No joining fee. No contract. Flexible and easy to start.

A membership made for young people.

Whether they’re just starting out, building confidence or looking for a regular routine, Junior Membership helps young people enjoy fitness in a safe and friendly environment.

  • Junior gym sessions designed for 11–15-year-olds
  • Professional supervision during dedicated junior sessions
  • Access to selected group fitness classes where suitable
  • Swimming access, subject to timetable and availability
  • Free personalised programme to build confidence and skills
  • Proof of age required on the first visit
  • Main account holder must attend before the membership can be activated
What’s included

Everything they need to get started.

Clear access, friendly support and suitable sessions to help junior members feel confident from day one.

Junior gym sessions

Dedicated sessions for 11–15-year-olds, with suitable equipment and professional supervision.

Parent & Junior gym

Train together during selected times, with an adult aged 18+ accompanying the junior member.

Gym induction

Every junior member completes an induction before using the gym, so they understand the equipment and how to train safely.

Selected classes

Junior members can attend suitable group fitness classes, subject to the class type, timetable and availability.

Swimming

Swimming is included at Bircotes, subject to the local pool timetable and session availability.

Personal programme

A free personalised programme helps junior members build confidence, skills and a positive routine.

Gym session times

Choose the right session.

Junior members can attend supervised Junior Gym sessions alone, or train with an adult during Parent & Junior sessions.

Supervised Junior Gym

Monday to Friday 3pm–5.30pm
Saturday and Sunday 7.30am–11.30am

Junior members aged 11+ may attend supervised sessions without a parent or guardian.

Parent & Junior Gym

Monday to Friday 6.30am–9.30pm
Saturday 7.30am–5.30pm
Sunday 7.30am–7.30pm

Junior members must attend with a parent or guardian aged 18+ during these sessions.

No pre-booking is required. Simply arrive at reception and collect the appropriate wristbands before entering the gym.

Gym access guidance

Safe use by age.

Junior gym access is based on age, induction guidance and suitable equipment use.

Age Gym access
Ages 11–12 Cardio equipment only, including treadmills, bikes, rowers and steppers.
Ages 13–15 Cardio equipment plus selected resistance machines.
Under 16s No free weights, plate-loaded equipment or cable crossover.
Junior group fitness

More ways to move and feel good.

Junior members can enjoy a selection of suitable group fitness classes, subject to the current timetable, age guidance and availability.

Aquacise

A refreshing, low-impact workout in the pool, combining movement and resistance.

Zumba

An upbeat dance-based class designed to get everyone moving and enjoying the music.

Studio Cycling

An energetic indoor cycling workout, led by a supportive instructor.

Yoga

A combination of movement, balance and stretching to support strength and flexibility.

Body Tone

A full-body class designed to build strength and improve overall fitness.

Step Aerobics

A lively cardio workout using a step platform and easy-to-follow movements.

How it works

From joining to first session.

A simple journey for parents, guardians and junior members.

Join online

Choose Junior Membership and complete the online sign-up.

Visit the club

The main account holder attends with the junior member.

Bring proof

Proof of age is checked before the membership is activated.

Complete induction

The team explains safe equipment use, access restrictions and session guidance.

Start feeling good

Collect a wristband from reception, get moving and begin building a positive routine.

Helpful information

Junior Membership FAQs.

Can my child use the gym without me?

Junior members aged 11+ can attend supervised Junior Gym sessions independently after completing their induction.

Can I train with my child?

Yes. Parent & Junior sessions allow a parent or guardian aged 18+ to train with the junior member during the specified times.

Do junior members need an induction?

Yes. Junior members must complete an induction before using the gym. This covers safe equipment use, access rules and suitable training guidance.

Do gym sessions need to be booked?

No. Junior and Parent & Junior gym sessions do not need to be booked in advance. Simply collect the appropriate wristbands from reception when you arrive.

Can juniors attend fitness classes?

Junior members can attend selected suitable classes, subject to the class type, current timetable, age guidance and availability.

Can juniors use weights?

Under-16s cannot use free weights, plate-loaded equipment or the cable crossover. Other equipment access depends on age and induction guidance.

Is swimming included?

Yes. Junior members can use the swimming pool, subject to the pool timetable, session availability and local admission rules.

Is there a contract?

No. Junior Membership is flexible, with no joining fee and no long-term contract.

Help them find their space to feel good.

Junior Membership gives young people a positive, supported way to move more, build confidence and enjoy fitness.