more active, more you
Based in the Winton/Charminster area of Bournemouth, Stokewood has a swimming pool, sauna, aerobics studio, spin studio and gym. The centre is home to local sports clubs for activities including triathlon, water polo, lifeguard training, and Dorset Choi Kwang Do. Popular for pool parties, school swimming and Bournemouth Swimming Academy activities.
centre opening times
Monday to Friday 6am-10pm
Saturday 8am-7pm
Sunday 8am-8pm
Bank Holidays (including Saturday & Sunday) 8am-6pm
pool opening times
view pool timetables
classes
More than 70 classes, led by competent, friendly instructors for people of all ages, abilities and lifestyles. Everything from Zumba, BodyCombat, PiYo, Pilates, Kettle Bell & Abs and Aqua are included in your membership, or you can just book and pay each time. View class timetables.
class timetables
gym
A broad range of cardiovascular equipment, resistance training machines, free weights, audio-visual entertainment and a stretch area for specific stretching exercises and workouts. All BH Live Active memberships include use of the gym, or you can pay-as-you-go.
personal trainer
Need a bit of a push and incentive to work harder? Want a great, fun workout to lose weight, tone and shape up, get back on your feet, or look your best for the big day? Our health and wellbeing professionals know just how to help you make it happen.
swim
A 25-yard (approx. 23-metres) pool that combines an airy, traditional feel with modern facilities. Everyone loves this pool for lane swimming, aqua fitness, learning to swim, Wet & Wacky fun or just for splashing around.
See our swim page for school holiday timetables
Main pool length: 25yd / 23m
learn to swim
Learn to swim with the BH Live Swimming Academy and gain a skill for life!
Our swimming lessons start from 4 years and continue through juniors to adults (14+).
adult swimming lessons
Learn to swim with the BH Live Swimming Academy and gain a skill for life!
There’s a range of adult lessons to suit all abilities from non-swimmers to advanced courses
meet our team
Meet the team who make it happen.