The receptionist was very helpful and sorted out my membership change. Sadly this could not be done on-line as your system didn’t offer me the appropriate options.
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Switch locationBurton Road, LA9 7HX Kendal, GB
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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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Burton Road, LA9 7HX, Kendal, United Kingdom
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Our local leisure centre is great for…
Our local leisure centre is great for us for swimming, gym & badminton and also special events. It is a pleasant place to be, booking is easy on the app and staff at the centre have been super helpful and friendly.
November 23, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Jenny,
Thank you for your review.
It's great to see you enjoying your experience at our Kendal Leisure Centre and the staff have been able to create a a great atmosphere and help when needed.
We hope you continue to enjoy your time with us and thank you for choosing Better.
Kind Regards
Amir
Great place to get fit doing Body…
Great place to get fit doing Body Conditiing with Anthony.
October 23, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi B,
Thank you for your review.
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the classes at Kendal and particularly the Body Conditioning class with Anthony!
Warm Regards
Hazal
I just started at better in kendal
I just started at better in kendal. Had my gym induction with Richard who made me feel at ease and ready to start my experience at the gym
October 15, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Patrick,
Thanks for your email.
We are delighted to hear that Richard was able to put you at ease at your induction and hope you enjoy working out at Kendal.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Just doesn't work
Signed up for membership. Couldn't log in due to my email address being linked to two accounts (one I'd used previously to book individual activities and the other for the new membership). A window popped up saying an email had been sent to reset my password, but despite repeated attempts no email came. Emailed the help centre, no response in three days, so I've now cancelled my membership (through my bank rather than with Better as I still can't log in). Was looking forward to using the gym, but will now look elsewhere. Also, the app is not fit for purpose - very buggy.
August 8, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Matthew
Thank you for your review.
We are very sorry to hear about your initial experience with Better.
I have replied to your email, please respond to this and I will do my best to assist and resolve any outstanding issues there may be.
I hope this helps.
Kind Regards
Amir
Excellent meeting with Simon at Kendal
Excellent meeting with Simon at Kendal. Followed by an induction which was great
July 24, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi MJT
It's great to hear that you're enjoying your time at our Kendal Leisure Centre and have had the opportunity to speak with Simon and to partake in and induction, we hope this was informative and will assist you further in your time at our centre.
We look forward to continuing to provide you with an enjoyable experience!
Kind Regards
Amir
Richard was so helpful with a friendly…
Richard was so helpful with a friendly approach.
July 29, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Mrs Horner,
Thank you for your review.
We are so pleased that Richard was able to assist you and was so helpful.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Staff friendly and helpful
May 29, 2024
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Sueq,
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that you have found the staff at Kendal Leisure centre to be friendly and helpful!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Kathleen,
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that the staff at Kendal have been so helpful!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Safe welcoming and loads to do
November 6, 2023
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Vikki,
Thank you for your review.
We are happy to hear you are enjoying Kendal Leisure Centre.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Lovely ,friendly staff
October 25, 2023
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi Blessing,
Thank you for your review.
We are happy to hear you are enjoying Kendal Leisure Centre.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Very good Gym induction with Richard.
Very good Gym induction with Richard.
He was clear and informed and responded well to all my questions.
October 10, 2023
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Hi
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see you enjoyed your Gym induction with Richard
We hope you can use what you have learned and continue to enjoy your fitness journey.
Regards
Amir
Non Attendance Query
Lorraine - Customer Service Advisor
Better Helpdesk helped me solve the problem I had. I explained that I did attend a class but I clicked in half an hour before the class started. Lorraine mentioned there could have been a glitch at the help desk that is why the card did not register. This was correct as I did ask the help desk the last time I went in. So now I double check to make sure I am signed in. I have had no other problems and I am enjoying the classes
September 18, 2023
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Good Evening Anita,
Thank you for your review.
We are very happy to hear that Lorraine was able to assist you with your membership query so you can now continue with your membership. We hope you can now make bookings without any further infringements. I will pass on your lovely feedback for Lorraine's attention.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Expand induction to include all facilities
Could have done with a full tour of the facilities, I wasn't sure where I was going, where changing rooms were, showers etc on my first visit to use the pool. Also to explain set up /rules for the swim for fitness sessions. I also then would have been prepared for unisex changing rooms as wasn't told this so thought I'd walked into the wrong room. Gym induction with Simon was excellent - very thorough and patient showing me the equipment.
September 6, 2023
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon Ashleigh,
Thank you for your review.
We are very sorry to hear that you did not get a tour of the facilities when you joined. Our customers would need to request this directly with a staff member as many customers already know the layout of the facilities, however your feedback is appreciated. I will forward your comments for the attention of the centre manager so this can be considered. We are however, delighted to hear that your Gym Induction with Simon was excellent and he was patient and understanding throughout. We will also pass on your lovely comments for the attention of Simon.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Good Morning Tadek,
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that your son is enjoying his swimming lessons at the Kendal leisure centre. We hope your son continues to enjoy his lessons at this centre. I will pass on your lovely feedback for the attention of the kendal centre.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Simon was really patient and…
Simon was really patient and understanding. Very helpful and made sure he got the information from me to be able to best help me
July 12, 2023
Reply from Better - Kendal Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon Lynne,
Thank you for your review.
We are really happy to hear that Simon was patient and understanding whilst providing you with the information you required. We hope this allows you to enjoy your Healthwise membership at the Kendal leisure centre. I will ensure to pass on your feedback to the Kendal leisure centre.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
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