1.3 million teenage girls who once considered themselves as ‘sporty’ are dropping out of exercise and activity after primary school and many girls are disengaging from sport and exercise in their teens. Self-belief, capability and body image concerns can be significant issues for all girls. Therefore, the need to engage girls in more active lifestyles has never been more urgent. Given the right support and opportunities, teenage girls are motivated to take part in sport.
That’s why Places Leisure has created the Big Sister project – a programme created by girls, for girls, to support teenage girls to enjoy sport, exercise and physical activity during puberty.
Big Sister membership is available for girls aged 9-15 enabling access to leisure centre facilities either free of charge or at a 50% discounted rate (9-10 years £8.50/11-15 years £9 are the discounted rates). The Big Sister membership includes access to We Move fitness classes, swimming and Junior Gym ( 11-15 years only).
Memberships will be free to girls aged 9-15 years if the parent/carer/guardian is in receipt of benefits, an adult student, or a Places for People Tenant. Proof of eligibility will be required at the time of sign up/first visit to the centre.
The eligible benefits are listed below:
- Housing Benefit
- Income Support
- Job Seekers Allowance
- Working Family Tax Credit
- Disability Allowance
- Carers Allowance
- Universal Credit
For those who cannot provide evidence, the girls membership will be at a 50% discounted rate of the Flex Junior membership (£18).
The membership can only be purchased on-site or over the phone (01670 620200), there is no online sign up at this time.
The offer is available at all 9 leisure centres across Northumberland.
Places Leisure would be grateful if you would publicise this offer with pupils and/or parents/carers as appropriate. You can find flyers here and here.
