Joshua Wragg, Author at Just Do More!

North East Derbyshire Residents take part in Summer ‘New Age Kurling’ tournament at Clay Cross Active

Around 70 residents came together at Clay Cross Active to take part in a New Age Kurling tournament organised by Rykneld Homes’ Community Involvement Team and North East Derbyshire District Council’s Active & Healthy Lifestyles Team

The event brought together competitors from across North East Derbyshire, creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for people of all ages and abilities.

New Age Kurling is adapted to be fully accessible, it allows people to take part regardless of physical ability, making it a popular activity within community sessions and wellbeing programmes.

The tournament gave residents the opportunity to try something new, meet others from around the District and enjoy friendly competition in a supportive environment.

Our community activities programme ‘Walking Into Communities’ offers a range of activities across the district aimed at helping people stay active, improve their health and connect with others. Sessions are designed to be inclusive and accessible, supporting people who may be new to physical activity or returning after a break.

Get involved

Residents interested in trying New Age Kurling or other community groups can find out more about local sessions and how to take part by visiting:
https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/community/activities/walking-into-communities#h2-3

Clay Cross Active celebrates one year with busy community open day!

Clay Cross Active marked its first anniversary with a day of activity, bringing together residents, members and partners to celebrate a successful first year at the centre.

The day began early, with a series of popular morning fitness sessions including BodyPump at 6.10am, Kettlebells at 7.00am and Stronger for Longer at 8.30am – all well attended by enthusiastic Just Do More members.

During the morning, Councillor Kathy Rouse, Portfolio Holder for Leisure, visited the centre for a tour of the facilities. She was joined by Assistant Director for Leisure, Chris Mills, and Centre Manager, Michael Price, as they met staff and spoke with visitors. The tour included stops at the busy gym and the outdoor 3G pitch.

Throughout the day, people of all ages made use of the centre’s wide range of activities. Visitors enjoyed swimming, gym workouts, fitness classes and Tag Active sessions. A programme of special offers and activities also ran alongside the celebrations, including free sessions, discounts on protein shakes and free Tag Active in the evening.

The celebrations continued into the evening with a live DJ set from 5pm to 8pm, helping to create a lively, celebratory atmosphere across the centre.

One of the highlights of the day was the Big Summer Sweat workout in the evening, free for members, which saw more than 50 people take part. The session brought together members of the community for a shared fitness challenge and added to the good feel of the day. There were also over 80 attendances to the free TAG Active sessions with over 40 attending the 5.15pm session alone.

A strong first year

Since opening, Clay Cross Active has quickly become a popular destination for health, wellbeing and social activities in the area. Key highlights from the first year include:

Over 3,000 local residents now hold a membership at the centre.
The 3G pitch attracts more than 4,000 visits each month, with many of those being young people.
NHS and Citizens Advice services based at the site have seen appointments increase by around 25% since the centre opened.
More than 45,000 visits to the centre were recorded in March 2026.
Sharley’s Café continues to provide a space for people to meet, socialise and connect.
Over 15 local groups and clubs regularly use the centre, including swimming, paddleboarding, fencing, football, athletics, pickleball and badminton.
More than 800 children take part in swimming lessons each week.

The One Year Celebration Anniversary open day highlighted the important role Clay Cross Active plays in supporting both physical activity and community wellbeing for local residents.

Thank you to everybody who’s been to visit throughout the year to help make the first year such a huge success.

Clay Cross Active Celebrates One Year with Community Open Day 18 June 2026

Clay Cross Active is turning one this June, and everyone is invited to celebrate!

To mark its first anniversary, the centre is hosting a full day of activities. The open day is designed to welcome both existing members and new visitors, with free activities, live entertainment and special offers throughout the day.

A Day of Fitness, Fun and Community

The anniversary open day aims to showcase everything the centre has to offer, while creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere for residents.

Visitors can expect:

A range of free activities for all ages
Opportunities to try out facilities
A chance to meet the team
A vibrant, celebratory atmosphere throughout the centre

Decorations including balloons and bunting will help mark the occasion, creating a real party feel across key areas.

What’s On

Summer Sweat – Mass Workout Event

Time: 17:45 – 18:45
Location: Sports Hall
Cost: Free

Get ready to move with Summer Sweat, a high-energy group workout led by the Healthy Lifestyles Instructor team. This large-scale session is designed to be fun, inclusive and suitable for all fitness levels, whether you’re a regular gym-goer or just getting started.

TAG Active – Free Kids Sessions

Time: 16:15 – 20:30
Session times: 16:15, 17:15, 18:30, 19:30
Age: 8+
Cost: Free

Young visitors can enjoy free access to the popular TAG Active arena throughout the evening. These sessions are perfect for keeping children active, engaged and having fun, while parents take advantage of other facilities or relax in the café.

Live DJ in the Gym

Time: 17:00 – 20:00

Enjoy a live DJ set while you work out, bringing added energy and atmosphere to the gym during peak hours. Whether you’re lifting, running or just soaking up the vibe, it’s a great way to celebrate in style.

Protein Shake Promotion – Sharley’s Café

Available: All day
Price: From £2 (usually £3.75)

Refuel and refresh with a discounted protein shake from Sharley’s Café, with flavours including:

Strawberry & Summer Fruits
Chocolate & Banana

This special offer is a great way to tie into the fitness theme of the day while enjoying a post-workout treat.

Meet Stanley the Mascot

Keep an eye out for Stanley the STA mascot, who may be making a special appearance to greet young swimmers and families. This fun addition helps create a memorable experience for children attending lessons and strengthens the centre’s partnership with STA.

Come and Celebrate

Whether you’re already a member or thinking of visiting for the first time, the Clay Cross Active open day is the perfect opportunity to get involved.

From high-energy workouts to family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone, so why not come along, explore the centre and be part of the celebrations?

Chakra Yoga sessions coming to Dronfield Active this June!

Residents will have the opportunity to try Chakra Yoga this June, with two new sessions planned at the end of the month.

The sessions will take place on:

Friday 26 June, 1.45pm to 2.45pm
Saturday 27 June, 11.15am to 12.15pm

To accommodate the Saturday Chakra Yoga session, the Pilates class on 27 June will move to 10.00am – 11.00am.

Chakra Yoga offers a gentle, accessible approach to yoga, focusing on the body’s seven main energy centres, known as chakras. The class uses a combination of yoga poses and breathing techniques to support balance, strength and improved blood flow. Each session focuses on a different chakra, helping participants to work with their body and individual needs on the day.

The classes are suitable for all levels, including beginners.

You can book on to the classes here: Available Bookings – Leisure Hub – Hurry, spaces are limited!

Local Voices Shine in New Killamarsh Active Leisure Testimonials

Killamarsh Active Leisure is proud to share a new collection of testimonials from our valued ‘Just do More’ members, showcasing the real impact our centre has on real people in the community. From improved health and wellbeing to a renewed sense of confidence and connection, these stories highlight the difference our classes, facilities and staff make every single day.

Whether it’s a gym-goer or a regular in our fitness classes, each testimonial reflects the welcoming, supportive environment we strive to create. With a healthy mix of videos and Google reviews you can see for yourself the difference Killamarsh Active is making.

Watch the videos on our Killamarsh Active Testimonials webpage.

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