Every year, fitness is talked about as something that starts in January.
Big promises. Big pressure. Short-term thinking.
At Your Space, we believe feeling good should last longer than a single month.
Our facilities are local, fun and friendly, and we’re here for you on your health journey because we want you to feel good for life.
A health and fitness space built around real people
Your Space is here to support you at every stage. Whether you’re just starting out, returning after a break, or simply looking to move more and feel better, you’ll find welcoming spaces and supportive people ready to help.
There’s no judgement and no pressure. Just encouragement, guidance and the freedom to do things your way.
Fitness that fits around your life
Life doesn’t always follow a routine and your fitness shouldn’t have to either.
Your Space is designed to fit around busy lives, changing schedules and different goals. From gym and group exercise to swimming, wellness and family friendly facilities, everything is there to help you feel good physically and mentally.
It’s about flexibility, balance and finding what works for you.
Community first. Not-for-profit.
We’re proud to be not-for-profit and community focused.
That means everything we do is about people, not profit. We reinvest back into our facilities, our teams and the communities we serve, so Your Space stays welcoming, supportive and accessible for everyone.
Support that lasts beyond January
We don’t believe in quick fixes.
We believe in building healthy habits that last, supported by friendly teams who are here when you need them. Whether you come on your own, with friends or as a family, you’ll be part of a community that wants to see you feel good for the long term.
No contract. Just choice.
There’s no contract.
You can join for free and feel the difference for yourself.
Because fitness shouldn’t feel intimidating.
And feeling good shouldn’t be temporary.
Feel good for life.
(Not just January.)
Ready to start feeling good for life?
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We’re excited to announce that the brand-new Your Space App upgrade will officially launch on
Tuesday 9th December, bringing a smarter, more personal and more connected fitness experience to every member.
This update puts your goals, your routines and your progress at the heart of the app and the best part is that
all new features are included as part of your membership at no extra cost.
The Your Space App is our official fitness and wellbeing platform. It gives members access to personalised
training plans, class bookings, workout tracking, wellbeing tools and future QR access to Your Space facilities – all in one simple, easy to use app.
Whether you train in the gym, at home or outdoors, the new Your Space App brings everything together in one seamless, feel good digital place.
What’s new in the upgraded Your Space App
This update unlocks a whole new digital experience:
Personalised training that adapts to you
- AI Coach builds training tailored to your goals and fitness level
- Precision Program automatically adapts your plan as you improve
- Signature Programs for strength, cardio, running, cycling and more
- Routines & Sessions with hundreds of guided workouts for gym, home and outdoors
All training features are fully included in your membership — nothing extra to pay.
Your whole fitness life in one place
- Book classes and specialised gym floor sessions
- Track gym workouts, home workouts and outdoor activities
- Sync lifestyle data from Apple Health, Google Fit, Strava, Polar and wearables
- Connect directly to Technogym equipment in club
- Save your favourite workouts and follow long-term progress
One app. One journey. One digital solution for your full Your Space experience.
Feel good wellbeing
- Guided meditation and mindfulness sessions
- Wellness Magazine with training, nutrition and wellbeing content
Because feeling good is about more than just reps.
Included in your membership
Every new feature in the upgraded Your Space App is fully included as part of your membership.
No add-ons. No upgrades. No extra cost.
Just a better, smarter and more personalised experience that supports your goals.
What’s coming next
- QR-code access to Your Space (coming soon)
- Smarter personalisation and recommendations
- A cleaner, easier to navigate interface
- More features planned throughout 2026
This upgrade lays the foundation for even more exciting digital improvements.
Do I need to do anything?
If you already have the Your Space App
Your app will update automatically on Tuesday 9th December. No action needed.
If you don’t have the app yet
Download the Your Space App today from the App Store or Google Play and log in.
Your account will carry across to the new version automatically at launch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the new app free?
Yes. All features in the new Your Space App are included in your membership at no extra cost.
Do I need to create a new account?
No. If you already use the app, your login stays exactly the same.
Will I lose my bookings or progress?
No. Your bookings, data and progress carry forward automatically.
Do I have to do anything on 9th December?
No. The app will update automatically unless you have auto-updates turned off.
Where can I find more updates?
Visit our News page or explore your nearest club via
Find a Club.
Need help?
Our friendly team in club will be happy to help you download the app, log in, or explore the new features once the update goes live.
And remember, every feature in the new app is included in your membership at no extra cost.
We can’t wait for you to experience the brand-new Your Space App.
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We’re making an important improvement to your booking experience at
Your Space Dearneside and Your Space Pontefract and we wanted to let you know what’s changing, when it’s happening, and what you need to do next.
Over the past few years, we know the booking process hasn’t always felt as smooth as it should. Thank you for your patience and for all the feedback you’ve shared along the way. We’ve listened and we’re now making a major positive change.
What’s changing?
From Tuesday 2nd December, all Group Exercise bookings at Your Space Dearneside and Your Space Pontefract will move back to the Your Space App.
For many members, this will feel familiar. If you’ve never used the Your Space App for bookings before, don’t worry, we’ve included simple steps further down this page to get you set up.
This change means a more reliable, more stable, and more familiar booking experience, just as it used to be.
Then, from Tuesday 9th December, the brand-new upgraded version of the Your Space App will automatically roll out. This update brings easier navigation, smoother booking, personalisation, and a much improved digital experience.
Key dates
From Tuesday 2nd December
- All classes will be booked through the current Your Space App
- Booking times remain the same: 7 days in advance at 7am
From Tuesday 9th December
- Your app will automatically update to the new Your Space App
- No action needed – your login remains exactly the same
Do I need to do anything?
If you already have the Your Space App
You’re ready to go. Simply open the app on 2nd December and your classes will appear as normal. Your login details will stay exactly the same.
If you don’t have the app yet
You’ll need to download it from the App Store or Google Play and create a quick account before 2nd December.
If you download it now, you’ll automatically receive the new upgraded version on 9th December – no extra steps required.
Why this is good news
- A smoother, more reliable booking experience
- A platform many members preferred
- Bookings that work consistently
- A major digital upgrade arriving on 9th December
- Personalised training plans and tracking (from 9th December)
- One single app for your complete Your Space experience
Need help?
Our team in club will be happy to support you with:
- logging in
- downloading the app
- what to expect on 2nd or 9th December
- a walkthrough of the new app once it launches
We’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. If you have any questions, just speak to a member of the team on your next visit.
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COMMUNITY leisure trust BPL’s commitment to sustainability has been strengthened with the completion of two energy saving projects at its flagship facility, Barnsley Metrodome.
Thanks to a grant worth £500,000, awarded by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council via Sport England, solar panels have recently been installed across three major roof areas at Barnsley Metrodome, reducing the building’s reliance on grid electricity.
Upgrades have also been made to the facility’s AHU system where outdated motors and pulleys have been replaced with high-efficiency EC motors across all plantrooms.
Alongside this, the Building Management System – an automated system which controls the building’s energy use, heating, lighting and ventilation – has been fully upgraded and integrated to optimise the performance of the new equipment. The upgrade is expected to deliver an estimated 45 per cent reduction in electricity usage.
“The completion of these projects is another significant step in our journey towards sustainability and lowering our carbon footprint, particularly as we work towards our Carbon Management Plan to achieve net zero by 2040.
“A huge thank you to Eleck Energy Ltd, whose expertise throughout the solar panel installation process has been exceptional, also Building Air Solutions, who expertly installed and overhauled the entire fan system and Impact Controls who delivered a seamless BMS upgrade.
“Their professionalism and commitment to quality have been outstanding from start to finish.”
– Richard Bailey, Assets and Compliance Manager
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Join Your Space Gym – No Joining Fee & Contract-Free Memberships
We’ve got some exciting news to share with you! From now on, joining Your Space Gym is simpler, friendlier, and more flexible than ever before. That’s right, we’ve removed the joining fee (saving you £25 on day one) and made all our memberships contract-free. You’ll only ever pay for your first month up front, and after that, you’re free to stay for as long as it feels right for you.
Why are we doing this?
At Your Space, we believe fitness should fit around your life not the other way round. Our vision is to help people feel good, and that means keeping things simple:
- Fun & Friendly: From your first hello at reception to your favourite group class, you’ll always feel welcome.
- Local: Each Your Space club is part of its community, a place where neighbours, friends, and families come together.
- Innovative: Whether it’s brand-new kit, fresh classes, or flexible memberships, we’re always looking for ways to make your fitness journey easier.
What this means for you
- No more barriers: No joining fee. No long contracts. Just simple, flexible gym memberships.
- Total flexibility: Pay monthly, cancel with 30 days’ notice if life changes.
- The same feel-good experience: Gyms, pools, fitness classes, and a team ready to support you every step of the way.
So whether you’re starting fresh, coming back after a break, or looking for something more flexible, Your Space is here to help you move, feel, and live better. Find your nearest gym and start your fitness journey today.
Looking for swimming lessons? Visit our Your Swim Academy page.
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Welcome to your Autumn BPL newsletter where we round up all the latest news and happenings across the organisation!
It’s been a busy time with some exciting awards’ success, welcoming new starters to the team with their inductions and spreading the important message of water safety to young people across Barnsley and Bassetlaw.
We’re also gearing up for Christmas and New Year, with tickets on sale now to join in all our festive fun! Read on to find out more.
Good for Employees
Our commitment to celebrating and rewarding our employees has been recognised with an award.
We took home Silver at the Employer Brand Management Awards 2025 and this win is a reflection of all the effort and hard work which goes on across the organisation.
A big thank you to everyone who makes our culture feel good, every day.
Our swimming teachers and coaches enjoyed a fun day of learning at BPL’s annual aquatics conference.
The group came together to celebrate successes and share ideas and, for the first time, the conference even included a session delivered in the pool.
A warm welcome to all our new starters who have joined us recently and completed their inductions.
Welcome to the team!
Good for Customers
Excitement is building around Barnsley Metrodome’s newest attraction – Adventure Reef.
This new adventure play area will offer fun for kids of all ages from toddlers to teens, with features including a sensory room, separate play zones for younger and older age groups and a sports court for ages 8 – 19.
Visit Adventure Reef – Metrodome Lesiure Complex to find out more!
Looking for something to do over the festive season? Check out our Christmas events!
Whether you’re looking for a party night, festive afternoon tea or a magical festive breakfast with the kids, we’ve got you covered.
Take a look at Celebrate Christmas at the Metrodome – Metrodome Lesiure Complex for full details of what’s on offer and to book your place.
Great Delivery
Thousands of children across Barnsley and Bassetlaw learned more about the importance of water safety this summer, thanks to sessions led by BPL staff.
More than 17,000 children from 70 schools took part in our Swim Safe assemblies and during Drowning Prevention Week, we delivered sessions across our sites, engaging a further 6,000 children.
Feedback from participants and schools was really positive, with plans already in the pipeline to build on the success of this year’s events in the future.
We’re delighted to have been shortlisted across four categories at two of the leisure industry’s biggest awards’ schemes.
BPL has been named as a finalist for two awards at the 2025 ukactive Awards; up for the Marketing Campaign Award for the Let’s Get Going campaign and the Organisation Innovation Award for our Let’s Get Going Healthy Mums initiative.
Let’s Get Going Healthy Mums is also shortlisted at the National Fitness Awards in the Community Involvement category, while our summer ‘win a holiday’ campaign is shortlisted for the Best Membership Campaign Award.
Good for All
Staff and members from Your Space Dearneside took on a one mile sponsored swim and strength and endurance based gym challenges for National Suicide Awareness Day.
Their efforts raised over £400 for PAPYRUS – a charity which focuses on the prevention of young suicide.
A huge thank you to all our amazing bakers at Your Space Metrodome.
Their Macmillan Coffee Morning raised over £150 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
We were proud to welcome Sports Minister Stephanie Peacock MP and ukactive CEO Huw Edwards to Your Space Dearneside to celebrate National Fitness Day.
They met with the team and saw first hand how Your Space and BPL are helping to power physical activity and support healthier communities.
It was a fantastic way to showcase the role our sector plays in helping people move more and feel good.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we lent our support by turning the gym at Your Space Metrodome pink!
A big thank you to everyone who got involved by wearing pink and buying raffle tickets; raising awareness for such an important cause.
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Aquatics
Thousands of children across Barnsley and Bassetlaw have learned vital water safety skills this summer, thanks to sessions delivered by dedicated BPL staff.
By Your Space / BPLWater Safety & Aquatics
More than 17,000 children from 70 schools took part in BPL’s Swim Safe assemblies this summer. During Drowning Prevention Week, a further 6,000 children engaged with sessions across our sites helping raise awareness and understanding around the importance of staying safe in and around water.
“The feedback we’ve had from participants and schools has been extremely positive. Schools commented that the sessions gave children important knowledge about water safety and many teachers also said they had learned something new themselves.”
– Sarah-Leigh Dudley, Aquatics Operational Manager
Looking ahead, Sarah says the team plans to build on this year’s success by expanding outreach, offering more in-school workshops, on-site sessions and community days to spread the water safety message even further.
“This will allow us to reach more children and help ensure they’re confident and safe around water.”
– Sarah-Leigh Dudley
Alongside outreach sessions, over 60 swimming teachers and coaches came together for BPL’s annual Aquatics Conferencea day of learning, sharing ideas, and celebrating collective achievements.
“We came together to celebrate our successes, share ideas, and continue growing as a team – all with the goal of keeping our learners engaged and inspired.”
“This year marked a first delivering part of the conference in the pool and what a success it was. The feedback from our teachers was incredible and it’s something we’ll definitely look to build on.”
– Sarah-Leigh Dudley
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WE’RE delighted to have been shortlisted across four categories at two of the leisure industry’s biggest awards’ schemes.
By Your Space / BPL2025 Awards
BPL has been named as a finalist for two awards at the 2025 ukactive Awards; up for the Marketing Campaign Award for the Let’s Get Going campaign and the Organisation Innovation Award for our Let’s Get Going Healthy Mums initiative.
Let’s Get Going Healthy Mums is also shortlisted at the National Fitness Awards in the Community Involvement category, while our summer ‘win a holiday’ campaign, which gave away holidays to four lucky Your Space gym members, is shortlisted for the Best Membership Campaign Award.
The Let’s Get Going campaign is an innovative, community-focused campaign created to enhance the overall wellbeing of local residents in Barnsley and Bassetlaw.
The campaign’s goal is to encourage everyone – regardless of age or fitness level – to embrace a more active lifestyle and take a more proactive role in their physical and mental wellness.
Activities on offer across our sites as part of Let’s Get Going include sports such as walking football and new age kurling, a specialist health referral scheme and a workplace wellbeing initiative in partnership with local employees.
Healthy Mums also forms part of this – offering dedicated free activities and support for pre and postnatal mums in Barnsley.
The campaign is supported by a dedicated Let’s Get Going website and social media accounts, promoting everything that’s on offer and encouraging people to get involved.
“We’re thrilled Let’s Get Going, Let’s Get Going Healthy Mums and our successful ‘win a holiday’ summer membership campaign have been recognised at two of the industry’s biggest awards’ schemes.
“To be up for four awards in total is really exciting and we’re looking forward to both events later in the year.”
— Rachel Rinkcavage, Head of Marketing and Branding, BPL
The winners of the ukactive Awards will be announced at a ceremony on October 30 in Birmingham and the National Fitness Awards’ winners on November 28 in Leicester.
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Community
Staff and members across Your Space clubs have been out in force raising money for local charities and backing brilliant community events across Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.
By Your Space / BPLCommunity Round-Up
Recent fundraising highlights include a team from Your Space Hoyland who took on the Dragonboat Race at Manvers Lake, reaching the semi-finals and raising £2,548 for Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice.
At Your Space Dearneside, staff and members marked National Suicide Awareness Day with a one-mile sponsored swim and strength & endurance gym challenges, raising over £400 for PAPYRUS, the charity dedicated to preventing young suicide.
Operator BPL also opened its doors to host a range of events, helping raise the profile of multiple sports and showcasing inclusive opportunities to get involved. These included the Be Well @ Work 5-a-side tournament, the Yorkshire Kurling Pairs Championship, the UUKMA Yorkshire & Humber Sports Meet, and a special Wheels for All inclusive cycling session at Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre attended by Olympic gold medallist Ed Clancy.
“Our mission as a charitable trust is to engage with our local communities and help them connect and thrive.
We’re proud to host a wide range of events and showcase local sporting opportunities, as well as sponsor community moments like the Barnsley 10k, where over 45 of our staff also took part.
Supporting fundraising and community events is a key part of how we give back, helping people feel good together and love where they live.”
— Michael Hirst, Chief Executive, BPL
