Ongar Leisure Centre - Ongar

Ms. E.

This is a fantastic facility for the local community. The range of amenities, from the well-maintained swimming pools to the modern gym and fitness classes, is impressive. The staff is not only friendly but also knowledgeable, offering guidance and support for all fitness levels.

What sets this leisure centre apart is its commitment to inclusivity, making it accessible for all ages and abilities. It's a place where families, fitness enthusiasts, and those looking for a fun, active day out can all feel at home.

The cleanliness and overall organisation of the centre are noteworthy, creating a positive experience for every visit. This is a true asset to the community, promoting health, wellness, and enjoyment for all. I highly recommend it!

Andrew K.

Small gym,but with a good range of equipment in good condition.
Staff are generally very helpful.

Kevin P.

Since being refurbished last year, it feels fresher, cleaner and less cluttered, especially in and around the swimming pool viewing area. There are now seats both inside the swimming pool area, as well as in the viewing area so you can choose where to sit. Haven't been in the gym area yet, but if it's had the same kind of makeover the reception has, I'm sure it'll look great.

George E.

Fantastic staff but gym needs an urgent makeover with many machines breaking down often and taking a long time to be repaired. Otherwise a good place to train

Angela J.

Sport hall is not good lighting and flooring for badminton, slippery and spot lights blinding for some shots. Impossible to get a child’s place in beginners gymnastic been waiting 2 years, staff not greatly helpful with this, told me to ring back in august. Just put on extra sessions for popular classes it’s not difficult to figure out. Find it limited in classes in day and popular classes like yoga or aqua fully booked before you’ve had a chance to look! Gym is pretty good. Had an update and have lights and good equipment. Swimming pool - family swim has changed, family of 2 have to pay same price as family of 4 now which is £15 last time I looked, that’s if it not fully booked…again, a shame it doesn’t really cater for our town and surrounding villages, it used to but no one seems to care, so we don’t visit as much as I would like as it’s fully booked or class/session not available not really value for money for the membership, so they’ve lost my membership but It seems they’re not that bothered…

Noel V.

It's a nice quiet pool and well maintained. However my reason for 2stars is the pool temperature if the water. the minimum pool temperature for babies under 12lbs should be a recommended 32 degrees... Cold swimming pools can cause hyperthermia in babies. The staff assured me the pool was warm enough for babies as they have lessons there, but I got a temperature reading of 28!... After 15mins my baby was shivering. I think it's dangerous to state the pool is warm enough, when all documents online state absolutely no less than 30 degrees. I understand that in this economic environment the temperature will need to be reduced However it shouldn't be at the expense of safety.

Christine H.

We took our grandson aged 2&6 months for an under 5's play session this Morning. Staff were friendly&helpful. Could do with a bit more equipment eg sit&ride for the little ones&maybe a few more soft footballs. Having said that there was plenty of room for the little ones to run around. 😁

Sushma R.

Fantastic leisure centre, with a gym that I actually feel comfortable going into. It feels warm and friendly, as opposed to cold and clinical. No long mirrors to pose in front of!! Love Raquel. So happy to help.