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Accessible activities 

Our programmes are designed to be all-inclusive, encouraging everyone to access as many sessions as possible. Accessible facilities are available throughout each of the leisure centres.
 

Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre

Accessible facilities are available throughout Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre, including a specific changing places, with movable bed, sink and hoist.

 

Accessing the main pool is via a separate area with steps that lead into the pool. The learner pool can also be accessed via accessible steps. A pool pod accessible hoist is available in the swimming pool area for both pools.

 

The centre also has a lift allowing easy access to the first floor.

  • Swimming Lessons
    A range of swimming lessons take place during term-time with our experienced, fully qualified swimming instructors. Please note - during some school holidays intensive lessons take place. Details will be available on the Crystal Leisure Centre homepage in the run up to the holidays.
  • Gym
    Our Gym has a great choice of equipment and has been designed to provide everyone with the ultimate workout environment. To book a gym induction please call 01384 812912.
  • Fitness Classes
    The centre runs a wide range of fitness classes to suit all abilities, including body conditioning, functional fitness, circuit training, spin, aquafit, metafit, pilates and yoga. We also offer a range of Les Mills classes such as Bodypump, Bodyjam, Bodyattack, Bodybalance, Bodycombat.
  • Badminton, Pickleball, Squash, Table-tennis, Netball, Basketball and Five-a-side
    Sports hall and squash court opening hours: Sports hall opening hours Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 10.00pm (last admission 9.00pm) Saturday and Sunday, 9.00am - 6.00pm (last admission 5.00pm) Squash court opening hours Monday to Friday, 8.40am - 10.00pm (last admission 9.20pm) Saturday and Sunday, 8.40am - 6.00pm (last admission 5.20pm)   Badminton The centre has eight badminton courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age. Badminton coaching The centre also runs badminton coaching sessions suitable for all abilities. The sessions which take place throughout the week are suitable 16 year olds and above and are taught by a qualified Badminton England Coach, so, if you want to improve your technique, shot selection and tactics, come along and give it a go. Sessions take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10.00am - 12.00pm. Pre-booking is not necessary. Pickleball Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Played on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net, two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, over a net. A court can be hired for casual bookings for any age group. Lifestyle, Student, and Junior members can now book pickleball as part of their membership. Squash and racketball The centre has two squash courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age group. Table-tennis The centre has table-tennis facilities that can be hired for casual bookings for any age group. Five-a-side football The centre has a sports hall for five-a-side football, which can be hired for casual or club bookings for any age group. Netball/basketball The centre has courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age group.
  • Soft Play Suite
    The Soft Play Suite is a fully equipped soft play structure with a dedicated toddler area, two tier junior area with slides, stepping stone run and spider web crawl. Children aged 7 years and under are allowed on the equipment. All children must be accompanied by a responsible/adult guardian for the duration of their session.
  • Children's Activities and Birthday Parties
    Children's Activities - we host a range of activities and courses for children both in term time and during school holidays. Birthday Parties - If you're having a Birthday Party we can help. Let us take the strain out of hosting a birthday party.
  • Clubs
    A number of clubs meet at the centre on a weekly basis offering additional activities outside of those offered by the Crystal Leisure Centre.

Halesowen Leisure Centre

Accessible facilities are available throughout Halesowen Leisure Centre including a specific changing places with movable bed, sink and hoist. A pool hoist is available in the swimming pool area. and a pool chair that attaches to the hoist is also available if required.

 

The centre also has a lift allowing easy access to the first floor.

  • Swimming Lessons
    A range of swimming lessons take place during term-time with our experienced, fully qualified swimming instructors. Please note - during some school holidays intensive lessons take place. Details will be available on the Crystal Leisure Centre homepage in the run up to the holidays.
  • Gym
    Our Gym has a great choice of equipment and has been designed to provide everyone with the ultimate workout environment. To book a gym induction please call 01384 812912.
  • Fitness Classes
    The centre runs a wide range of fitness classes to suit all abilities, including body conditioning, functional fitness, circuit training, spin, aquafit, metafit, pilates and yoga. We also offer a range of Les Mills classes such as Bodypump, Bodyjam, Bodyattack, Bodybalance, Bodycombat.
  • Badminton, Pickleball, Squash, Table-tennis, Netball, Basketball and Five-a-side
    Sports hall and squash court opening hours: Sports hall opening hours Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 10.00pm (last admission 9.00pm) Saturday and Sunday, 9.00am - 6.00pm (last admission 5.00pm) Squash court opening hours Monday to Friday, 8.40am - 10.00pm (last admission 9.20pm) Saturday and Sunday, 8.40am - 6.00pm (last admission 5.20pm)   Badminton The centre has eight badminton courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age. Badminton coaching The centre also runs badminton coaching sessions suitable for all abilities. The sessions which take place throughout the week are suitable 16 year olds and above and are taught by a qualified Badminton England Coach, so, if you want to improve your technique, shot selection and tactics, come along and give it a go. Sessions take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10.00am - 12.00pm. Pre-booking is not necessary. Pickleball Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Played on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net, two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, over a net. A court can be hired for casual bookings for any age group. Lifestyle, Student, and Junior members can now book pickleball as part of their membership. Squash and racketball The centre has two squash courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age group. Table-tennis The centre has table-tennis facilities that can be hired for casual bookings for any age group. Five-a-side football The centre has a sports hall for five-a-side football, which can be hired for casual or club bookings for any age group. Netball/basketball The centre has courts that can be individually hired for casual or club bookings for any age group.
  • Soft Play Suite
    The Soft Play Suite is a fully equipped soft play structure with a dedicated toddler area, two tier junior area with slides, stepping stone run and spider web crawl. Children aged 7 years and under are allowed on the equipment. All children must be accompanied by a responsible/adult guardian for the duration of their session.
  • Children's Activities and Birthday Parties
    Children's Activities - we host a range of activities and courses for children both in term time and during school holidays. Birthday Parties - If you're having a Birthday Party we can help. Let us take the strain out of hosting a birthday party.
  • Clubs
    A number of clubs meet at the centre on a weekly basis offering additional activities outside of those offered by the Crystal Leisure Centre.

Crystal Leisure Centre

Accessible facilities are available throughout Crystal Leisure Centre including a specific changing places, with movable bed, sink and hoist. A pool hoist is available in the 25m pool area. A pool chair that attaches to the hoist is also available if required. The leisure pool is fully accessible.

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Swimming sessions in the leisure pool

  • Term-time:  SEND - Family fun disability swim, Thursday, 6.00pm - 8.00pm

  • School holidays:  SEND - Family fun disability swim, Friday, 2.00pm - 4.00pm

 

Session description

  • SEND - Family fun disability session: This session is for people with disabilities, special educational needs, ASD and their families. Free swimming QR codes can be used in this session during the school holidays.

The Dell Stadium

The Dell Stadium is the council's premier outdoor sports venue. It boasts a wide range of facilities providing a superb training and competition venue that can accommodate sports, activities and events for people of all ages and abilities.

 

Facilities include a floodlit 3G pitch (FIFA, FA & World Rugby approved), 400m athletics track, full sized grass pitches and more.

 

The stadium is on one level and access to the athletics track and 3G pitch is fully accessible. An accessible toilet is available in the main building.

Please note that all sessions are subject to change and cancellation without prior notice.

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