Sports at Wycombe Leisure Centre
From booking a court with friends or learning a sport for the first time our centre has something that’s right for you. We work hard with the National Governing Bodies of a number of sports to fill our facilities with ideas that are fun and engaging.
Most of our sports are available to book online.
To do this you'll either need to be a member, or sign up for a free Places Membership.
Football
The world's most popular sport, football provides a great workout and improves overall fitness, coordination and stamina. You can enjoy a game with friends or join a league on our pitch.
We've got options inside and out, with our 5-a-side pitches within the centre as well as facilities available at nearby John Hampden School.
Football at Wycombe Leisure Centre
Outdoor football
Our Synthetic Turf Pitch (STP) is located within the grounds of John Hampden Grammar School, just across the road from the leisure centre. It is a second generation sand dressed pitch which is ideal for football and hockey.
It comprises of 3 x 7-a-side football pitches or 1 x 11 a-side football/hockey pitch, timed flood lighting system, shower and changing facilities, limited car parking and a staffed administration office.
Opening times
- Monday - Friday 6pm - 10pm (During term times)
- Weekends and Bank Holidays 10am - 8pm (Please note, this is subject to change. Please check with reception)
- School Holidays 9am - 10pm
Contact us to book your pitch via phone on 01494 688100 or via the form link below.
Five-A-Side Football
Looking for an indoor pitch? We offer plenty of slots to book a five-a-side pitch for you and a group of friends.
Spaces are available every day, and can be booked via our timetable.
Fencing
Fencing is a game of physical chess played at lightning speed. A great way to keep fit, fencing helps find focus and provides a fun workout – a way of relieving the stresses of the week.
Fencing courses
We run regular fencing classes at Wycombe Leisure Centre, with options for both newcomers and those who have had some experience fencing.
Beginner course
Mondays 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Classes are open to children between the ages of 8 and 14-years-old old. We fence the weapon foil, and provide all the required fencing safety equipment.
Advanced course
Mondays 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Classes are open to children between the ages of 8 and 15-years-old old. We fence the weapon foil for these classes. Many of our foilists have competed at county and regional competitions.
Our coach, Jacqueline Faulkner, is a a level 3 BFA registered coach. Get in touch if you'd like to find out about our fencing courses.
Climbing
Our climbing wall is available for use for beginners and climbing veterans, and is also suitable for school groups and birthday parties.
Tennis
Get Back on Court – Book Your Game Today!
We’re thrilled to support the re-opening of three local tennis courts in partnership with the council. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just picking up a racket for the first time, our courts are ready for you to serve, rally, and smash your way to fun and fitness
Click the link below for more information
Pickleball
From the 6th June 2024 at Wycombe Leisure Centre we will be introducing Pickleball drop-in sessions
Dates & times
- Thursdays - only during term time
- 10.00am-12pm
Cost: £3.80 for members and £5.15 for non-members
For more information, speak to a member of the team.
Older adult activities
We also offer a range of activities and clubs for our senior members and visitors at Wycombe Leisure Centre - from Yoga and Pilates to Walking Football and Aqua Fit sessions in our pool.
Older adult activities
We run a range of activities specially designed with the more senior members and visitors in mind. Please see the full list of sessions below:
Forever Active Multi Sports
Play a mixture of different sports, including badminton, short tennis, table tennis, pickleball, racquetball, volleyball and much more.
- Every Wednesday & Friday
- 10.00am - 1.00pm
- £5.60
Our other Forever Active offerings include:
Wednesdays
- Multi-sports | 10.00am - 1.00pm | £5.60
- Forever Active Keep Fit | 9.30am | £2.85
- Stretch & Define | 11.30am | £4.20
- Pilates | 12.30pm | £4.20
- Easy Group Cycling | 1.30pm | £4.20
Fridays
- Multi-sports | 10.00am - 1.00pm | £5.60
- Yoga | 8.30am | £4.20
- Forever Active Keep Fit | 9.30am | £2.85
- Pilates | 10.30am | £4.20
- Easy Group Cycling | 11.30am | £4.20
- Stretch & Define | 11.30am | £4.20
Walking Football
Wycombe Wanderers Foundation have a thriving Walking Football programme that includes a weekly session at Wycombe Leisure Centre every Thursday morning from 11.00am - 12.00pm. The all-inclusive sessions seek to provide people (aged 50+ and/or with a long-term health condition) to play football at a much slower pace and enjoy the game. Our sessions are fun, enjoyable, sociable whilst promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
Cost £5 per session.
Aqua Fit
We run Aqua Fit sessions throughout the week, a great low-impact exercise for older adults.
Session times:
- Mondays | 11.30am
- Tuesdays | 11.30am
- Thursdays | 11.45am (Deep Aqua)
- Fridays | 10.15am & 11.15am
Cost:
£11.50 - Non Member
£7.80 - Leisure Card
£4.70 - Leisure Card Concessions
£0 - Premium Members
All sessions can be booked online via the timetable
Other sports
We offer a wide range of other sports and activities at our centre, with courts and pitches available to hire by both members and non-members.
Other sports available at Wycombe Leisure Centre
There are a range of other sports to enjoy at our centre. Take a look below at some of the sporting clubs, classes and sessions we have on offer.
Badminton
Badminton is an easy sport to learn and can be a very social game. The speed of the shuttlecock also makes this one of the quickest of the racket sports. It can be played at any pace making it enjoyable for all ages.
Book a court today via our timetable and join in our social badminton sessions.
Squash
Our squash courts are available to book throughout the week, just use the timetable to make a booking.
If you have any questions or would like more information please contact reception on 01494 688100.
Hockey
Our Synthetic Turf Pitch (STP) is located within the grounds of John Hampden Grammar School, just across the road from the leisure centre. It is a second generation sand dressed pitch which is ideal for football and hockey.
It comprises of 3 x 7-a-side football pitches or 1 x 11 a-side football/hockey pitch, timed flood lighting system, shower and changing facilities, limited car parking and a staffed administration office.
Times
- Monday - Friday 6pm - 10pm (during term times)
- Weekends and bank holidays 10am - 8pm
- School Holidays 9am - 10pm
Contact us to book your pitch via phone on 01494 688100 or via the form link below.
Our sports clubs
There are a number of sports clubs at Wycombe Leisure Centre that are always on the lookout for new members.
Clubs at Wycombe Leisure Centre
Here are some of the clubs that use our facilities;
Handy Cross Indoor Bowls Club
We encourage both the partially-sighted and the disabled association to use our facilities along with the Bucks Indoor Short Mat Bowls Association.
- Monday - Friday 10am - 8:30pm
- Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5:30pm
Contact Colin Keeble on 01494 524626 or visit the website below.
Genesis Martial Arts
Genesis Martial Arts provide the most professional, the most fun and, importantly, the safest Martial Arts training environment in the country.
We provide a modern adaptation of traditional Martial Arts teaching methods, providing dynamic, exciting and constantly evolving classes for all age groups.
Contact Joel Hoyte on 07915 063912 or visit our website.
Sport in Mind - Football and Table Tennis
- Table Tennis and Badminton on Tuesday, 1pm - 2pm
For more information, email us at info@sportinmind.org, call us on 0118 947 9762 or visit the website below.
Big Bucks High Rollers
Roller Derby is a contact sport played by two teams roller skating around a track. Game play consists of each jammer trying to score points, by lapping members of the opposing team, whilst the team attempts to hinder them.
We welcome skaters of all abilities, and our doors are always open to those who want to give it a go.
- Sessions are on Wednesdays 7.00pm-9.00pm
Rugby Tots
Rugby Tots offers fun filled, rugby play sessions that allow children to develop their social and physical skills, as well as the opportunity to encourage them to work in a team and learn the basics of rugby. Suitable for children aged 2-7 years old.
The following winter term sessions (18th November to 24th February) include:
- Saturdays 8.45am - ages 2 to 3.5
- Saturdays, 9.20am - ages 3.5 to 5
- Saturdays, 10.10am - ages 2 to 3.5
If you have any questions, please email rachelr@rugbytots.co.uk
Horizon Sports Club
Horizon is an unique sports club for children from 6 years with disabilities. Offering enjoyable remedial skills, including communication and social interaction.
- Tuesday 4pm - 6pm
- Wednesday 5:15pm - 6pm
Email us for more details or visit our website below.
Practical Karate
Karate can provide both aerobic and anaerobic exercise and interesting bodyweight activities that can improve your balance, joint mobility, flexibility, coordination and concentration.
- Tuesday & Thursday 7pm - 9pm
For more information please contact John Titchen on 07810 568656 or on email, alternatively visit our website.
Magic Hoops Basketball
Youth Basketball training for 7-16 years boys/girls has been introduced at Wycombe Leisure Centre by MagicHoops Basketball Academy.
- Mondays 7:30pm - 9pm
- Thursdays 7pm - 9pm.
To find out more please call MagicHoops on 07375 363535, or go to their website below.
Wycombe 50 Plus
We organise a variety of social activities throughout the year such as coach trips, meals out, local walks and festive celebrations.
To find out more visit our website or contact Maureen on 07984279047
Wycombe 50 Plus also help co-ordinate the Forever Active sessions at our centre for older adults.
Wycombe and District Sports Association for the Disabled (WADSAD)
WADSAD is a club for disabled adults in the Wycombe and District area which meets on alternate Sunday evenings from 7 – 9pm at the Wycombe Leisure Centre. We offer a range of activities including swimming, football, badminton and new age curling as well as an opportunity to socialise with other members. We welcome members with any disability and no sporting experience is necessary.
Carers are always welcome.