Waves
A council-run leisure centre in Whitley Bay with a Contours gym, exercise class studios, swimming pools, wave machine, slides, spa, and soft play. Part of the North Tyneside Contours membership network.
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Swimming in Tynemouth
From the 25-metre lane pool at Tynemouth Pool to the wave machine at Waves and open-water dips at Longsands and King Edward's Bay, here is your guide to swimming in Tynemouth and North Tyneside.
Best Gyms in Tynemouth
From council leisure centres with pools and spas to independent CrossFit boxes and community gyms, here are the best gyms in Tynemouth and North Tyneside.
More Sports & Leisure in Tynemouth
The Parks Sports Centre
North Tyneside Council's flagship leisure centre in North Shields with a Contours gym, exercise class studios, sports hall, artificial pitches, soft play, and indoor bowling green. Open from 6:45am on weekdays.
Tynemouth Pool
A council leisure facility on Preston Road with a Contours gym, 25-metre swimming pool, learner pool, diving boards, and health suite. Part of the North Tyneside Contours membership network.
CrossFit More
An independent CrossFit gym in Whitley Bay town centre with a large Rogue Fitness rig, Olympic rings, and a mezzanine open gym area. Free first introductory session. Free parking on site.