The Alan Higgs Centre

The Alan Higgs Centre, managed by Coventry City Council in Coventry, offers a comprehensive multi-sport environment designed to foster skill development and active lifestyles for the entire community. This extensive facility boasts an Olympic-sized swimming pool, diverse sports courts, and a fully-equipped gym, providing a modern hub for various physical activities. Visitors can engage in a wide array of sports, from swimming and football to martial arts, badminton, and netball, catering to all ages and skill levels.

The centre provides diverse structured lessons, expertly tailored for children, adults, Aquatots, Home Education groups, and specialised Female Only, Girls Only, and SEND classes. These engaging sessions are led by qualified, dedicated staff who benefit from direct investment and industry accreditation, ensuring high standards of instruction. The centre actively supports confidence building, with programmes like weekly Ducklings swimming classes helping children steadily develop self-assurance. A positive, safe, and welcoming learning environment is cultivated by attentive, helpful, and genuinely kind staff, complemented by well-maintained and clean facilities.

Teamwork is encouraged through numerous team sports and events, facilitating collaboration and new friendships, with opportunities for individuals to train alongside national teams. The Alan Higgs Centre consistently supports young people during school holidays, offering specific Children’s Half-Term Activities and facilitating bookings for Christmas Half Term programmes. Individual access requirements are fully supported through a partnership with WelcoMe, ensuring all visitors feel confident and assisted. Parental involvement is also encouraged through structured activities like Aquatots, allowing parents to actively observe their children's development and progress.

Furthermore, the centre promotes social and emotional wellbeing by providing opportunities to challenge oneself and embrace an active lifestyle. Memberships offer excellent value, starting from just £24 per month, with attractive offers like the "Lifestyles Sale" allowing new members to join now and pay nothing until February, maximising initial savings. The Alan Higgs Centre is dedicated to bringing the benefits of sport, health, and fitness to the people of Coventry.