Sauna always crowded you cant enjoy group too loud . equipment on the gym is quite enough for your needs ,downstairs is brand new good one .space for stretching is too small good for 4 person only on... See more
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Friendly, helpful staff who immediately made us feel welcome on our first time visiting. We just came for a float and a chat(!) and the facilities were clean, well-maintained and varied. Great childre... 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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763 High Rd, E10 5AB, Leyton, United Kingdom
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Friendly staff and our children love…
Friendly staff and our children love the swimming teachers!
May 20, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Tim
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see that the team and the swimming instructors are delivering excellent lessons and creating a wonderful atmosphere for the students!
We hope your children achieve the level of confidence they desire, and that your positive experience continues!
Kind Regards
Amir
Sometimes the lessons seem very busy…
Sometimes the lessons seem very busy with out enough teachers.
May 20, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Gillian
Thank you for your review.
We would love to gather some more information from you so we can investigate this with the centre team.
If you do have time, please feel free to fill in the feedback form via our help centre so we can assist you further.
Better | Contact Us (https://www.better.org.uk/contactus)
Kind Regards
Rachel
I went to the gym today
I went to the gym today. There are multiple machines out of order. Some for months. Leg press being the most popular.
The ladies toilet was absolutely disgusting. Why can’t people clean after themselves. The first toilet had no paper.
I actually like the gym. It has a friendly vibe. On this occasion wasn’t great.
Also why have they cancelled Gul’s spin class on Tuesdays. Virtual is so boring.
May 9, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Niki,
Thank you for your review!
We’re sorry your recent visit did not meet expectations, and we greatly appreciate your feedback regarding the maintenance of our equipment, particularly our leg press machine.
We also value your comments regarding the cleanliness of our ladies’ toilets and the cancellation of Gul’s Tuesday Group Cycle class.
We're more than happy to share this with our wider team for further review.
Thank you as well for your kind comments about our gym’s friendly atmosphere!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
I love coming to the Centre when Gloria…
I love coming to the Centre when Gloria is at Reception ! I always feel so welcome.
Thank you so much Gloria !!!
Renata and Jessyca ! 🥰
May 7, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Renata and Jessyca,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We're thrilled that Gloria has been so amazing during your visits to our Leyton Leisure Centre, and you look forward to her welcoming you when she's at reception.
We can't wait to welcome you both back again!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Excercise machine are worn out and…
Excercise machine are worn out and broken .Equipment is not in good condition as most of exercise equipment is damaged and bad shape not worth to go if you don’t have other choice
April 1, 2026
Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Shahid
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to see you feel this way about the gym equipment at Leyton Leisure Centre, and we will be sure to pass your feedback on to the General Manager.
Additionally, I see that you have a partnership membership, which provides you access to all of our centres within your borough.
We hope you enjoy using these facilities.
Kind Regards
Amir
Nice place to enjoy with the kids
April 16, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Tejpal
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see that you and your kids have enjoyed the facilities at Leyton Leisure Centre, and we hope to see you again soon!
Kind Regards
Amir
Limited equipment compared to other gyms
April 15, 2026
Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Samran
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to see that you feel this way about the equipment at Leyton Leisure Centre, and we appreciate your feedback.
Upon reviewing your membership, I can see that you have access to all the Better centres and facilities, and we hope you enjoy using them and the gym equipment included.
Kind Regards
Amir
Most convenient and always a great atmosphere
Although the sauna/steam were partially working and the water temperature in the showers were fluctuating which made having a shower a bit delayed, I must say out of all the other centres I have been to in the borough, this one is the most convenient, staff are professional and the aqua aerobics on Wednesdays with Karen are always amazing.
April 8, 2026
Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Shellome,
Thanks for your review.
We appreciate you awarding us 5 stars!
It is great to hear that you are enjoying the Leyton Leisure Centre, in particular Karen's Aqua Aerobics classes and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Warm Regards
Hazal
I am bitterly disappointed with the…
I am bitterly disappointed with the decision to change the music policy for group classes that have been successfully run and fully enjoyed for decades now. I currently do 8-9 classes, over 4 days of the week, so as you can imagine, they are a huge part of my life. Not only has it contributed to my physical health, but my mental health too. The music played by the instructors was a huge part of that.
Namely the Step Aerobics classes where the app based music is too slow for a meaningful and worthwhile class. For context; I do Step, followed by BodyCon on a Sunday morning. Before the policy change I would have to change my top between classes, but now it is not necessary as I'm hardly sweating, even though the music is the fastest that the app has to offer.
The same for Wednesday evening Step; I used to come home with my top completely soaked, but the last 2 classes was not the case. I have done this class for 11 years now and we use the same CD every week, BY CHOICE; the App based music does not compare. It is just annoying noise and the energy of the Step classes has really suffered. We are not getting out of breath and we are not sweating. What is the point of that? These classes are intermediate/advanced level and we are operating below beginner level. Normally I wake up on a high every Thursday morning, but now I just feel flat. The buzz of Wednesday evening classes has gone because the music is now terrible.
It's very unfair for the instructors who now have the impossible task to try and replicate the same energy and vibe. It is not possible without the same music. Namely UK Garage, UK Funky House, Jungle, Grime. The fact that these genres are all "homegrown", but have not been considered is ridiculous.
The strength classes are just about bearable, but again not enjoyable due to the irritating noise of the app-based music.
Already I have become someone that has to force themselves to come to the gym now; I no longer get the same joy and buzz from the classes and I am obviously not going to continue with my membership if things do not improve. It also leaves a bad taste in my mouth to witness how the instructors are being treated here, just because of money.
The gym classes and our longstanding instructors are a huge part of our community. Their music is integral and it makes the class what it is. There are a few instructors whose classes I choose not to attend, purely because of their music, which is not to my taste.
This is just another thing in a long line that we have seen from Better/GLL which show that they do not have any regard for a) their instructors that have given 25+ years of service. b) their customers who have enjoyed many years of classes with specific music and instructors.
It's also no surprise that it's mainly women who are disadvantaged by this, since it is us that enjoyed the classes.
I have been advised that they believe we should see "little noticeable impact" to our classes, but this is grossly incorrect.
I have also been advised that they have researched and added extra genres like Afrobeats and Bhangra; basically none of the ones I have mentioned earlier.
I hope they see sense and stop this madness.
March 25, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Tiana,
Thanks for your review!
We’re aware that there has been some concern and confusion about the changes to music licensing in our fitness classes from this Spring.
In late 2025 we became aware that the cost of our current music license that covers all our 250 leisure centres and gyms across the UK would increase significantly. As a charitable social enterprise focused on community benefit, we carefully reviewed our options to ensure we continue to invest our resources responsibly and sustainably.
Following this review, we asked our fitness instructors to transition to PPL pre-cleared, royalty-free music. This approach allows us to manage rising costs while continuing to deliver the high-quality classes you expect.
In practical terms, all instructors are being provided with free access to Power Music; one of the most widely used fitness music platforms. Power Music enables instructors to create their own playlists using professionally recorded studio tracks (not AI-generated), giving them flexibility while ensuring full compliance with licensing requirements.
We hope this provides reassurance and clarity about why we have made this decision, the care we have taken to engage with and support our instructors and our commitment to maintaining your class experience. As we implement these changes we will continue to monitor feedback and engage with staff and customers.
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Good vibe
Very nice budget friendly center and the staff is very welcoming
March 24, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Francis
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see that you are enjoying your experience at Leyton Leisure Centre.
It is also great to know that the staff are creating a welcoming atmosphere, and the prices work well for you!
Kind Regards
Amir
How can Better go from 5* to 1* within…
How can Better go from 5* to 1* within days? The answer is simple the ridiculous music that instructors now have to use is worse than awful.
So glad I’m PAYG and I can just stop attending.
Please Better review your decision and let instructors be the experts of which music works for their classes. If so I’ll start attending again.
March 18, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Alan,
Thanks for your review!
We’re aware that there has been some concern and confusion about the changes to music licensing in our fitness classes from this Spring.
In late 2025 we became aware that the cost of our current music license that covers all our 250 leisure centres and gyms across the UK would increase significantly. As a charitable social enterprise focused on community benefit, we carefully reviewed our options to ensure we continue to invest our resources responsibly and sustainably.
Following this review, we asked our fitness instructors to transition to PPL pre-cleared, royalty-free music. This approach allows us to manage rising costs while continuing to deliver the high-quality classes you expect.
In practical terms, all instructors are being provided with free access to Power Music; one of the most widely used fitness music platforms. Power Music enables instructors to create their own playlists using professionally recorded studio tracks (not AI-generated), giving them flexibility while ensuring full compliance with licensing requirements.
We hope this provides reassurance and clarity about why we have made this decision, the care we have taken to engage with and support our instructors and our commitment to maintaining your class experience. As we implement these changes we will continue to monitor feedback and engage with staff and customers.
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
The facilities are easy to book and…
The facilities are easy to book and use. Staff are helpful and patient, they deal with all queries. Have been with Better for about 4 years and have never had an issue.
March 24, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Khaula,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback.
We are delighted to hear about your experience with us over the past 4 years at Leyton LC.
We are so glad you are enjoying our facilities and the team have been helpful and patient in supporting you with any queries.
It’s especially great to hear that you’ve had such a consistently positive experience with us over the years.
We’ve passed on your feedback to the centre team!
Thank you again for your feedback and for your continued support at [Centre Name], and we hope to see you again soon.
Warm regards,
Azaria
We love this pool
We love this pool. And the staff are really helpful. Thank you!
March 10, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Anastasia,
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We're thrilled to hear that you love the pool at our Leyton Leisure Centre and found our staff helpful.
We hope to welcome you back soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Awful new music policy
I have been going to these step classes for years and usually love them.However, they have just changed their music policy and the app does not allow fast enough beats or for the teacher to use their own choice.
The usually buzzing, coordinated class led by an excellent teacher was a failure as the music prevented people from keeping rhythm. Lots of people left early and were unhappy.
Please go back to your old music policy or many people will leave your gym
March 8, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Helen,
Thank you for sharing this with us!
We’re currently in contact with our Management Team regarding the concerns you’ve raised.
Once we receive a response, we’ll update our response to your review!
[Update]
Hi Helen,
Thanks for your review!
We’re aware that there has been some concern and confusion about the changes to music licensing in our fitness classes from this Spring
In late 2025 we became aware that the cost of our current music license that covers all our 250 leisure centres and gyms across the UK would increase significantly. As a charitable social enterprise focused on community benefit, we carefully reviewed our options to ensure we continue to invest our resources responsibly and sustainably.
Following this review, we asked our fitness instructors to transition to PPL pre-cleared, royalty-free music. This approach allows us to manage rising costs while continuing to deliver the high-quality classes you expect.
In practical terms, all instructors are being provided with free access to Power Music; one of the most widely used fitness music platforms. Power Music enables instructors to create their own playlists using professionally recorded studio tracks (not AI-generated), giving them flexibility while ensuring full compliance with licensing requirements.
We hope this provides reassurance and clarity about why we have made this decision, the care we have taken to engage with and support our instructors and our commitment to maintaining your class experience. As we implement these changes we will continue to monitor feedback and engage with staff and customers.
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Very Good Staff
Gloria on the desk and the others are very friendly. The place, for the most part, is kept clean, although the changing cubicles can be a bit dirty.
March 6, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Joe
Thank you for your review.
It is great to see Gloria and the other staff members receive some lovely feedback, and we will be sure to pass this on.
We also appreciate you highlighting the cleanliness of the changing cubicles, and we will also pass this on to the General Manager at Leyton Leisure Centre to review.
Kind Regards
Amir
I just had a lesson and it was lovely 🥰…
I just had a lesson and it was lovely 🥰 I felt safe and the staff is brilliant. It is a proper community swimming pool.
March 2, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Alex,
Thank you for your amazing review!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely lesson with us at Leyton Leisure Centre.
It's great to know that our staff helped you feel safe during your session and that you view them as brilliant.
We're really proud of our community, and even happier to welcome you in too.
We can't wait to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Amazing!
The receptionist was lovely and make us laugh. The swimming teacher was very helpful as well. Properties very clean. Enjoyed and will come back. 100 recommend +
March 2, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Aurore,
Thank you for your incredible review!
We're thrilled to hear that our receptionist was lovely and made you laugh during your visit to our Leyton Leisure Centre.
It's great that your swim teacher was also helpful, and that you appreciate the cleanliness of our facilities.
We also really appreciate your recommendation.
Thank you again for your wonderful review!
Warm Reagrds,
Kaisha
SCORE CENTRE LEYTON GREAT NEW CENTRE AND STAFF…
SCORE CENTRE LEYTON GREAT NEW CENTRE HELPFUL WELCOMING AND FRIENDLY STAFF
PARTICULARLY MENTION LARRY DANIEL AND LINDA
February 25, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Mike,
Thank you for your incredible review!
We're thrilled to hear that our staff have been so welcoming and friendly during your visits to the Score Leisure Centre.
We also really appreciate your shout-outs for Larry, Daniel and Linda.
We can't wait to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
I really enjoy being here
I really enjoy being here. Everyday i go swimming and sunna steam. I feel very good when i swim and go to sunna. Thanks for better facilities.
February 27, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Abdul,
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We're thrilled that you really enjoy your visits to our Leyton Leisure Centre.
It's great to know that you go swimming every day and use our health suite facilities to feel refreshed.
We can't wait to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Having issues booking
Having issues booking, visited this morning, met a nice gentleman in reception, Coulson I think.
He reset my password and helped me book my session.
Had a relaxing steam and swim this morning.
Will be back tomorrow.
February 26, 2026
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Reply from Better - Leyton Leisure Centre
Hi Spartak,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate you letting us know about your experience.
Your insights help us better understand what we’re doing well and where we can improve. We are always looking for ways to enhance our products and services, and your comments play an important role in that process.
If there’s ever anything more you’d like to share or if we can assist you further, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We value your support and look forward to serving you again.
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