Yes, all active memberships will automatically transfer to the new Canada Water Leisure Centre.

Closer to the time of transfer to the new centre, a communication will be sent out to current members of Seven Island Leisure Centre informing you of the transfer. This will include instruction on how to cancel your membership if you do not wish to transfer.

Membership fees will be subject to changes in line with the Council’s annual review of fees and charges. These come into effect from 1 April 2025.

The new centre will feature a learner pool with a moveable floor, an 8-lane 25m pool, a 4-court sports hall, a higher capacity gym floor with 150 stations, and 3 group exercise studios (Spin, holistic & aerobics).

Unfortunately, there will not be car parking available, in line with the Council's vision of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030. However, there will be provisions for cycle parking.

In keeping up with Southwark Council’s environmental sustainability goals, the new Canada Water Leisure Centre will not include a steam and sauna room to help minimise carbon footprint from the centre.

Unfortunately, there isn't a dedicated space for soft play in the new Canada Water Leisure Centre. We provide soft play facilities at Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre.

The opening hours for the new centre will be communicated closer to the opening date.

Yes, the fitness and aquatics service leads will review existing programmes and consult with members to determine new offerings at the Canada Water Leisure Centre.

Efforts will be made to retain popular classes and instructors. There will also be additional classes available at the new centre. Any changes will be communicated to members in advance.

We plan to offer tours for members before the official opening. Details will be provided closer to the date.

Unfortunately, there isn't a dedicated crèche facility at the new centre.

Updates will be provided through our website, email newsletters, and member engagement sessions. Make sure you register for updates.

Yes – Any member with the Free Swim & Gym Membership will be able to access the new Canada Water Leisure Centre opens as per any arrangements applicable then.

Yes, there will be employment opportunities at the new Canada Water Leisure Centre. We will be recruiting additional staff to manage the expanded range of programmes offered at the facility. These opportunities will be advertised on the Southwark Council website once they become available.

Membership categories are currently being reviewed and any changes will be communicated to members ahead of opening.

The centre will be fully accessible and compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant.  Among other things the new centre will have:

• pool access platforms for anyone who may find it difficult to access the pool using a ladder or steps)
• a Changing Places changing facility with hoist.
• lifts to all floors
• induction hearing loops