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Canada Water Leisure Centre

📍 London, Greater London

★3.3(182 Google reviews)💰Free👶All ages

Modern facility with a 25m eight-lane pool, teaching pool with moveable floor, sports hall marked for 10 sports, cycling studio, and a gym with nearly 100 pieces of equipment. Free swim and gym access for Southwark residents at set times.

✓ Brand new facility✓ 25m pool✓ Moveable-floor teaching pool✓ Free Southwark access✓ 100-piece gym✓ Sports hall

🏆 Funzaroo Verdict

Families in Southwark — especially residents eligible for free sessions — have an excellent modern facility on the doorstep. The sports hall, moveable-floor teaching pool, and gym are all high quality. Book ahead for weekend swim sessions and any classes as demand is high.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Southwark residents should register for free swim and gym access at designated off-peak times
⏰Book pool lanes and classes as far ahead as possible — they fill quickly
🎟️Large bike racks are at the entrance — cycling here avoids parking pressure
🚗The sports hall is bookable for badminton, basketball, and other court sports

💬 What Families Are Saying

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3.3
★★★★★

182 Google reviews

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Neeraj Saxena

7 months ago

★★★★★

“Canada Water Leisure Centre is an outstanding facility. The place is brand new, very spacious, and extremely well-equipped. The gym itself is huge with a wide range of treadmills, advanced machines, and free weights — plenty of space for everyone, so it never feels overcrowded. The sports facilities are excellent: full-size basketball courts, multiple badminton courts, and a large sports hall that can accommodate many activities. The group classes are also very good, with modern studios, a great atmosphere, and well-organised sessions. Infrastructure is top-class: clean changing rooms, plenty of lockers, accessible facilities, and even comfortable lounge areas to relax. The reception area is bright and welcoming, and bike parking outside is handy. Overall, this centre has everything you could want — fitness, sports, classes, and community space, all in a modern setting. I would highly recommend it to anyone in the area.”

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Srdjan Beronja

7 months ago

★★★★★

“Great new venue, with tons of gym equipment, two studios, a spin studio, a sports court and two pools. The space is well lit, well maintained and has tons of bike racks by the entrance. The team (Danielle especially!) is very welcoming and there has been a huge demand since the place opened earlier this week, which led to slight overcrowding, but it will surely even put over the coming weeks. It's a great addition to the area and I hope it keeps a good atmosphere and stays well maintained. The only downside is that the classes & the pool get booked super early, so it's nearly impossible to book unless on the All Access Plus membership.”

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MoIdris Malik

6 months ago

★★★★★

“Excellent facilities the sports hall is clean everything is new and the hall has air conditioning. I will be booking here for badminton. Decathlon is nearby next to the bridge and Canada Water Station. A beautiful area in London.”

💬 What parents mention

Modern facilities and equipment praisedHigh demand and overcrowdingChanging room cleanlinessBike access and location

Overview

Canada Water Leisure Centre opened recently as a purpose-built facility with a 25m eight-lane main pool, a separate teaching pool with a moveable floor to adjust depth for all abilities, a large sports hall with markings for 10 sports, a cycling studio, and a well-stocked gym. Ample bike parking sits at the entrance. Southwark residents can access free swim and gym sessions at designated times. The centre is in high demand — popular classes and pool lanes book out quickly.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:30 – 22:00
Tuesday06:30 – 22:00
Wednesday06:30 – 22:00
Thursday06:30 – 22:00
Friday06:30 – 22:00
Saturday07:00 – 18:00
Sunday07:00 – 22:00

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