Chester-le-Street Health Club

Ideally situated within Country Grounds and the home to Durham County Cricket Club, Bannatyne Health Club Chester-le-Street boasts facilities to match the surrounding views. Following a major gym refurbishment, the club now boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a specialist functional training zone with a Queenax rig. An extensive range of exercise classes are available, from virtual Les Mills to B:Functional, there is something for all abilities.

Members can enjoy a range of food, beverages and high-quality Kinetica Sport Nutrition products from our Cafe Bar which can be served in either our lounge area or on one of our balconies overlooking the DCCC pitch and the picturesque Lumley Castle.

Address
County Grounds, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3SH

Opening Times
Monday - Friday 06.00 to 22.30
Saturday - Sunday 07.30 to 22.00
Children's Swimming Times - Monday - Sunday 14.00 to 19.00

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Classes

Classes suitable for all fitness levels

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STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT

Our gym floors are designed with you in mind. We offer the perfect balance between classic equipment and the latest innovation, from Technogym treadmills and plate-loaded resistance machines, to the brand new Technogym SKILLROW, SKILLMILL and Wattbikes.

We provide the very best in functional training equipment including the innovative Queenax functional training rig. Take advantage of a new and exciting way to train as an individual, with friends or join our complimentary group B:functional classes.

Each member receives a complimentary lifestyle evaluation health check on joining. From your results you will receive a personalised gym programme designed to suit exactly what you want to achieve, followed by complimentary reviews every 4-6 weeks.

OUTSTANDING FACILITIES

Whether you want to refuel after a workout or enjoy a social Starbucks with a friend, you can feel at home in our Cafe Bars. We host fun social events all year round and offer delicious nutritional meals, including fantastic offers on a range of Kinetica Sport Nutrition products to maximise your pre or post-workout pump.

Our Health Clubs all have heated swimming pools, accompanied by our more relaxing wetside facilities such as saunas and steam rooms, or why not sit back and let the bubbles ease away your tension in one of our spa pools.

COMPLIMENTARY CLASSES

Whatever your age, preferred exercise style or level of ability - we have a class to suit you.

If you want the latest in innovative training, we have a range of high-octane classes including B:functional and world renowned Les Mills classes. If you prefer traditional classes we also offer Yoga, Aqua, Group cycling and much more.

All fitness classes are complimentary within your membership and classes vary depending on club. You can book classes up to three days in advance using our online member portal or via the new Bannatyne App.

THE LATEST INNOVATION

We are continually investing to stay ahead of industry trends, providing fantastic facilities, cutting edge equipment and amazing value as a result.

Boost your fitness training with The Bannatyne App, available on Apple and Android devices! Book classes on the go, monitor your biometrics, track your exercise routine and view your personal records.

We aim to enhance your health club experience even further, providing a seamless customer journey with the addition of a new wristband system: B:360! The B:360 wristband enables members to access the health club facilities, use the lockers, engage with MyWellness and enjoy the simplicity of contactless payment. Ask at your local club reception for further details.

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Explore our technology

MuscleTechnology

Improve muscle tone, flexibility and cardiovascular health

Interactive touch screen tracks your progress and monitors training. Connect to the Bannatyne app to personalise your experience.

Powerful motor enable superior performance

Treadmill
Ideal for weight loss, muscle toning and improving coordination

Interactive touch screen tracks your progress and monitors training. Connect to the Bannatyne app to personalise your experience

Full body workout without the stress on muscles and joints
Focus and target one muscle group
at a time for precise performance

Assists with control of movement and improves form

Improves muscle strength and tone

Ergonomic pads and grips increase
stability and comfort during exercise

Plate loaded equipment is the perfect crossover
between resistance equipment and free weight
Train like an athlete with the
innovative SKILLMILL

Combines speed, stamina, power and agility training
to give the benefits of professional sports training

Unique manually driven curved deck promotes
naturally correct movement and posture

Innovative MULTIDRIVE TECHNOLOGY enables
users to vary the resistance from an all-out sled
push to resistance-free running

On-board console with easy-to-read LCD display
provides live feedback including your heart rate.
Connect to the Bannatyne app to personalise your experience
This unique mobile phone app and belt system allows users
to keep track of their fitness progression by measuring heart
rate, calories burned and effort in real time.

Easy and comfortable to wear, the MYZONE belt
simply position the belt so that the centrepiece is
directly below your chest, on top of your sternum.

With built-in leaderboards, status rankings
and social integration, MYZONE make it easy
for you to show off your progress.
Designed in partnership with Olympic cyclists
to replicates the feeling of a real road

Provides sophisticated performance data
with accurate analytics of your workout

Ideal for High Intensity Interval Training sessions
or just as a part of your training

Two methods of resistance, air and magnetic,
to create a real ride feel

Unique polar view (force curve) shows pedalling technique
Provides a full-body cardiovascular workout,
strengthens and tones your muscles whilst being virtually impact-free on your joints

The ultimate simulation of
on-water rowing

Mimics the movement of a rowing
boat to encourage natural motion
Uniquely designed frame is a fitness playground,
bringing the fun back to functional

Swing, balance and hang from the rig to
strengthen core muscles in a fun and innovative way

Group Queenax B:functional exercise classes available

The core bar is perfect for weighted core exercises

Chester-le-Street Health Club

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