The reception and all staff members are extremely supportive and kind. As a new member I'm enjoying the gym which is very light and spacious with a wide range of equipment. I've tried Onyeka's Zumba... See more
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The staff at Highbury are amazing always make you feel welcome and always there to help. I was very impress when I saw them doing deep cleaning the Sauna area last night. Last week I went to Isli... See more
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Shoes have to be taken off before going into the changing room. But no space to take them off so people pile up in the entrance area. Cover teachers for the kids swimming were so disinterested in maki... See more
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I would like to thank the staff @Highbury Leisure Centre. They are always helpful and cheerful. Especially the young lady named Katy. I have a serious lung condition and whenever they see me using my... See more
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Welcome to Better! We’re a charitable social enterprise, committed to the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community. From gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools to lessons and courses for both adults and juniors - plus libraries and children's centres - we've got it all. So whether you’d like to try something new, keep the kids entertained or have a dip in the pool, discover our inclusive range of activities, suitable for all ages and abilities at your local Better centre today.
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Highbury Crescent, N5 1RR, London, United Kingdom
4.3
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91 reviews
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I have just started and.I am very happy…
I have just started and.I am very happy .
Plenty of classes available ( hence I have joined) so far all teachers are great..
May 14, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hello Natalia,
We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback!
It’s wonderful to know that you are having a positive experience at the Highbury Leisure Centre and that our class options and instructors have left a favourable impression. We are delighted to have you with us and are eager to assist you as you continue on your journey!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Not a great experience
Shoes have to be taken off before going into the changing room. But no space to take them off so people pile up in the entrance area. Cover teachers for the kids swimming were so disinterested in making it enjoyable for the kids that my daughter came out crying five minutes in. My 8 year old son had to get changed by himself in the men’s changing room which seems inappropriate as it was being used by adult men at the same time and I (female) wasn’t allowed to accompany him.
May 6, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Ruth,
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how frustrating it can be when there’s not enough space to take shoes off, and we’ll definitely look into how we can improve that area to make it more comfortable for everyone.
We’re also truly sorry to hear that the swimming session didn’t meet your expectations. Ensuring that the kids have a positive and enjoyable experience is very important to us, and we'll review the staff's approach to make sure they are engaging with the children properly.
Regarding your son's changing experience, we completely understand how inappropriate and uncomfortable that situation must have been, and we will look into how we can make the changing areas more family-friendly to avoid such situations in the future. We are changing a lot of our changing facilities to changing villages where you can accompany your child regardless of their gender.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve our services.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
smooth experience
smooth experience, real people at reception in their centres so you can ask questions
April 20, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Katherine,
Thanks for your review.
We are delighted to hear how impressed you are with Highbury Leisure Centre!
Warm Regards
Hazal
I have used this swimming pool for…
I have used this swimming pool for years and I absolutely love it! The facilities are always clean, especially with the no shoe zone policy!
Lane set up is managed well. I have recently branched out into the gym! I was surprised with the vast amount of equipment. I booked for an induction and was shown how to use the equipment which helped with my confidence! Highly recommend this centre. Staff are always friendly and welcoming.
April 29, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Kay,
Thanks for your review.
We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the swimming pool at Highbury and now are a fan of the gym too!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Great centre with extremely helpful staff
I came in today and throughly enjoyed my experience! The gym was clean, tidy and always visibly staffed, I stupidly got a little lost and a very friendly lifeguard ushered me to where I was needing to go. 10/10, great location, great staff and very reasonably priced!
April 28, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Tommy
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to hear that you had a great experience during your visit.
It's fantastic that the gym was clean and well-staffed, and glad that our lifeguard was able to help you find your way, and the centre is in a convenient location.
We hope to see you soon.
Kind Regards
Amir
Ania is amazing
Ania is amazing. Very knowledgeable, kind and fun when she runs classes
March 14, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with Ania. She truly brings a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and warmth to every class she runs, and it's wonderful to know that these qualities stood out to you. It's always our goal to make learning both informative and enjoyable, and it seems like Ania really hit the mark for you.
We’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to her. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to see you in another class soon!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
very good gym one of best one
March 19, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Dilagha,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We are delighted to hear that you consider the Highbury Leisure Centre one of the best. Our team works hard to provide the best possible experience for all of our members, and feedback like yours really motivates us to keep improving. If there's anything else you'd like to see or if you have suggestions on how we can make your experience even better, don't hesitate to let us know.
We look forward to seeing you at the gym again soon!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
The centre is well signed
The centre is well signed, helpful staff, clean and a great lesson
March 18, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Chloe,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're thrilled to hear that you found the Highbury Leisure Centre well signed, with helpful staff and a clean environment. It’s always our goal to make our visitors feel comfortable and supported, so it’s great to know we hit the mark. We're also glad you had a great lesson! We hope to welcome you back soon for another positive experience.
If you ever need anything or have more feedback, don't hesitate to let us know!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
The company made very facility and all…
Highbury Leisure Centre is a great centre for learning and activities. All staffs are very friendly, very welcoming and helpful people.
March 3, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Kosar,
Thank you for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Highbury Leisure Centre. Our staff truly appreciate your feedback, and we're glad to know that their friendly and welcoming nature made your visit enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you again soon for more learning and activities!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Membership
The woman who work at sobell leisure centre got me a discount of my membership I am very happy because I save money
February 1, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Alicia,
Thank you for sharing your experience!
We're so glad to hear that the team at Sobell Leisure Centre was able to help you save money on your membership at the Highbury Leisure Centre. We always strive to provide the best service to our members, and it's wonderful to know you're happy with your experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
I've had an induction session with…
I've had an induction session with Anya. she gave me so many useful recommendations for my further workouts. She was nice dedicated to her job and very patient. Thank you Anya
January 8, 2025
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Good Evening Zeynep,
I hope this message finds you well.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts about your experience at the Highbury Leisure Centre. We are truly delighted to hear that you are enjoying your membership and all the facilities we offer. It’s wonderful to know that the environment is meeting your expectations and contributing positively to your fitness journey.
We also appreciate your kind words about Anya. It’s great to hear that she provided you with helpful guidance during your gym induction. We strive to ensure that our staff are not only knowledgeable but also engage with our members in a friendly and supportive manner. Your feedback helps us to maintain and improve our services, and we’re thrilled that you felt supported as you started your experience with us.
If there’s anything else you'd like to share or any suggestions you have for us, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help and make your time at the Highbury Leisure Centre as enjoyable as possible.
Best regards,
Charmaine
male changing rooms untidy
male changing rooms untidy, floors and lockers are dirty.
November 21, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Zaza,
Thanks for your review.
We are disappointed to hear you found the changing rooms untidy on your last visit and have passed your feedback to the centre so they can improve.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Amazing guy on reception had a tricky…
Amazing guy on reception had a tricky customer, was so professional and dealt with a towel well!! Really bigger things going on the world.
First gym session was on Saturday I really enjoyed the new clean fantastic resourced space.
October 2, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Laura
Thank you for your review.
It is great to see the reception staff receive great feedback, we really appreciate this.
We are also very happy to see you enjoyed your first gym session with us at the Highbury Leisure Centre and hope this continues!
Kind Regards
Amir
Pilates easy class
Nice and relaxing Pilates with a good instructor, would recommend!
October 29, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Maria
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
We are very pleased to see you enjoyed the Pilates class and the instructor provided a good experience.
We hope you have the chance to try out the other classes available at the Highbury Leisure Centre.
Kind Regards
Amir
The staff are very helpful and…
The staff are very helpful and welcoming always enjoy coming to the gym
October 24, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Mel,
Thanks for your review.
We are so pleased to hear you are enjoying the gym at Highbury!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Gyongyi
This is great to see!
We hope you continue to love your experience at our Highbury Leisure Centre and thank you for leaving a review!
Kind Regards
Amir
Highbury leisure centre
The gym at Highbury leisure centre is easy to use and also a nice setting with a good mix of people, there is a lot of equipment to use and good changing room/shower facilities. My only complain is people not putting away equipment properly or wiping down equipment HOWEVER that is no fault of the centre and I do see staff trying to rectify these issues throughout my sessions there. The pools are good to use but not the cleanest.
October 16, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi Naomi,
Thanks for your review.
We are pleased to hear you are enjoying Highbury Leisure Centre.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Highbury Fields needs Better care
It does the job but the female changing rooms are dirty and smelly, usually full of kids. The gym equipment is grotty and doesn’t look like it gets cleaned.
September 25, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Hi,
Thanks for your review.
We are sorry to hear that you are unhappy with the facilities at Highbury and have passed on your feedback to the centre.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Wrote a review months ago saying the …
Wrote a review months ago saying the concept 2 gym equipment in that gym needs new Batterys in skier and rowing equipment this has not been done but a reply saying it will be this was months ago cheap easy to get sort out Batterys so people can see data on the equipment I feel this is down to poor management and human laziness. Another lazy excuse reply said in first to reviews it's the rower and concept 2 skier needs new Batterys it's not my job to gym staff to sort it out equipment should be checked next reply I hope good news it's fixed sorted out that's good customer services common practice 🤔
October 1, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon Bob,
Thank you for your review.
I am very sorry to hear that you are unable to view the display on 2 pieces of Gym equipment due to the batteries. Are you please able to clarify exactly which machines you are referring to so I can escalate this issue directly to the centre manager so this problem can be resolved?
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Hi Bob,
I am sorry this issue has not been resolved since you first complained about the Skier and Rower. I have now escalated this issue to the centre manager so they can get this problem resolved in a timely manner.
Hope this helps.
Charmaine
Highbury branch doesn't have a contact…
Highbury branch doesn't have a contact telephone number, the app is not functioning well. The teenager's timetable to use the gym is extremely super limited which has to be Saturdays & Thursdays only, not enough choices, sorry!
September 5, 2024
Reply from Better - Highbury Leisure Centre
Dear Lynne,
I acknowledge receipt of your review and appreciate your feedback.
Please note that our centres do not have direct contact numbers. However, you may reach out to our Customer Services for assistance. Our contact number can be found at the bottom of our website page under the "Contact Us" section. I regret to learn about the limited Junior Gym sessions at the Highbury Leisure Centre. Please be informed that all activities are managed directly at each leisure facility. I will ensure that your feedback and concerns are brought to the attention of the centre manager. The manager will then review the Junior timetable to explore the possibility of adding more sessions.
Hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Charmaine
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