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WIN with our leisure survey!

What do you think of our leisure services? Have your say and be in with the chance of winning £50!

Our Sports and Leisure Customer Satisfaction Survey is now live, and we want your views on how we are performing.

What do you think about our staff? How are our facilities at Clay Cross, Eckington, Killamarsh and Dronfield? Do we offer good value for money?

Cllr Kathy Rouse, Cabinet member for Leisure, said: “Your views are important to us, as they help us to shape the services we provide.

“The survey is quick and easy to complete, and you could win a £50 voucher for your trouble.”

The survey is open from 19 October, until 1 November 2026.

You can fill it in online or pick up a paper copy from our leisure centres.

Everyone who fills in the survey* will have the chance of winning a £50 Amazon voucher.

For more information about all our leisure facilities, see our website www.justdomore.co.uk and keep a look out on our socials.

You can also sign-up to receive regular leisure newsletters from us

*Contact details required to enter prize draw.

New-look 3G pitch opens at Killamarsh Active

Footballers can now take their game to the next level, following the re-opening of the upgraded 3G pitch at Killamarsh Active.

The pitch has been transformed following £125,148 of capital funding from North East Derbyshire District Council, supported by a £25,000 grant from the Premier League, The Football Association and Government’s Football Foundation.

The newly resurfaced area, which utilises the latest in Lano Surfacing artificial turf, means it now meets FA performance standards, bookings available include 3v3, 5v5 and 7v7 footbal

Councillor Kathy Rouse, North East Derbyshire District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Health and Leisure, said: “This is fantastic news for all the clubs, schools, community groups and individuals who value having a high-quality pitch to play on.

“It also demonstrates our commitment to investing in our leisure facilities for the benefit of all our residents.”

Robert Sullivan, Chief Executive of the Football Foundation, said: “The Football Foundation is working closely with our partners – the Premier League, The FA and Government – to transform the quality of grassroots facilities in England by delivering projects like this across the country.

“Good quality playing facilities have a transformative impact on physical and mental health and play an important role in bringing people together and strengthening local communities.

“We’re delighted that the local community in North East Derbyshire will now be able to enjoy all these benefits thanks to the upgraded facilities at Killamarsh Active.”

We currently have spaces available for weekend fixtures, if any clubs are interested in booking a slot.

More information about the 3G pitch and how to book can be found on our website justdomore.co.uk

Also, keep checking our Killamarsh Active Facebook page for updates about the centre and let us know what you think about playing on the new pitch.

National Fitness Day success

Our leisure centres were a buzz of activity on National Fitness Day (16 Sept), with dozens of residents joining in the fun.

A range of sessions took place at all four of our leisure centres in Clay Cross, Dronfield, Eckington and Killamarsh including: Mega Chairobics, Big Workout sessions and Fitness Bingo.

We also had offers on our smoothies and a special one day only membership deal.

Our Chair, Cllr Michael Durrant and Council Leader Cllr Nigel Barker joined in by taking part in fitness bingo – a series of fitness challenges with participants entered into a prize draw to win a month’s free membership for them and a friend.

Money raised on the day went to the Chair’s Charity in aid of Autism East Midlands.

Cllr Durrant, who has autism and ADHD, said: “It was great to see so many people participating in these activities and finding out more about my chosen charity, which does some amazing work to support autistic individuals, their families and carers.

“I know from personal experience how difficult it is living with autism and what a fantastic charity this is to raise money and awareness for.”

Keep a look out on our website www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk and socials for more information about the Chair’s fundraising events.

If taking part in National Fitness Day inspired you to just do more, find out about our memberships and join today!

Pictured (from left): Council Chair Cllr Michael Durrant, Cllr Kathy Rouse, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Council Leader Cllr Nigel Barker at Clay Cross Active.

Participants taking part in Fitness Bingo at Clay Cross Active.

Council Chair Cllr Michael Durrant with Head Attendant Kieran Taylor at Clay Cross Active.

Cllr Michael Durrant and Cllr Nigel Barker taking part in the Fitness Bingo challenge at Clay Cross Active.

National Fitness Day 2026

It’s time to step into your shorts, pull on a t-shirt and lace up those trainers, in preparation for National Fitness Day!

To mark the event, the UK’s biggest celebration of health and fitness, North East Derbyshire District Council’s four leisure centres will be offering a very special new membership offer!

Enter the code NFD2026 at checkout

Spaces are limited so JOIN NOW!

Membership Terms and Conditions – Just Do More!

Low Impact Circuits at Dronfield Active

Low Impact Circuits at Dronfield Active is more than just a fitness class. It’s a welcoming community where people can improve their health, build confidence and make new friendships.

Hear from some of our regular attendees as they share their experiences and explain how the class has helped them stay active, connected and enjoying life.

Iris (84) has been visiting Dronfield Active for 18 years and is a firm believer in the importance of keeping active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Iris said: “I’ve got a twisted spine and spondylosis, and I think if I hadn’t come to do exercises, I wouldn’t have been able to walk.

“I think it’s very important for people to keep going, keep moving.”

Jane has been coming to Low Impact Circuits for 11 years now and loves how social the class is. She has seen a definite improvement in her health since joining the class.

Jane (74) said: “Coming here it was so friendly and has got even more friendlier as the years have gone by, because it’s the same people that seem to come and we all kind of get to know each other now and it’s lovely, it’s good.”

One of Barbara’s favourite ways to spend her time is at Dronfield Active, enjoying Low Impact Circuits and catching up with friends, alongside playing the ukulele, of course!

Barbara (81) said: “I’ve lost count of how many years I’ve been coming. I was suggested by my local doctor at the Civic Centre to come down after I had replacement hips and I’ve been here for many years.”

After losing her husband, Jan found friendship, support and a real sense of community through the class, where she continues to meet new people every week.

Jan (72) said: “It’s helped immensely because obviously with knee replacements you need to do the exercises and it helps with my body and mind, so your mental health and everything as well. You are meeting people every day, every time you come.”

Derri has been visiting Dronfield Active for eight years after being referred by Chesterfield Hospital. Alongside Low Impact Circuits, he also attends classes such as Stronger for Longer, which help support his recovery from a shoulder injury.

Derri (76) said: “Prior to me being poorly with a heart attack I was a self-employed driving instructor for 30 years. I plonked weight on, had the heart attack and following the heart attack I had sepsis and I’ve lost 2.5 stone through coming to places like this and dieting.”

Margaret has been visiting Dronfield Active for over 11 years, and the Low Impact Circuits class has not only had a positive impact on her health but has also helped her build lasting friendships.

Margaret (88) said: “I’ve been coming for about 11 years or more now.

“I became involved when I attended a doctor’s class. I fell and broke my back in four places.

“I had training and they suggested I attend this class.”

To find out more, view their testimonial videos.

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