“It’s a Lifestyle”
Information Pack
Paringdon Road, Great Parndon, Harlow, Essex, CM19 4QT
Email: enquiries@paringdonsports.com Telephone: 01279 418411
About Us
Paringdon Sports Club is a unique venue offering a multitude of sporting and social activities.
The site was formerly the staff leisure and sports ground for GlaxoSmithkline. It provides
members with the capabilities to improve their health and fitness, learn new sporting
activities, participate in team sports and social events, but most importantly offer a relaxed
and intimate surroundings in which to do so.
Our facilities are vast and cover a variety of sporting activities and there is a membership
option to suit everyone. There are a range of outdoor sports facilities, accommodating several
football pitches, tennis courts, netball court and all weather playing area. There is a substantial
clubhouse building offering indoor sports facilities, with a large sports hall (offering itself to
badminton, fitness classes, salsa classes and much more), well equipped gymnasium, 4 squash
courts (also offering a League based format), class/dance studio, snooker room and changing
facilities with Sauna. The clubhouse also offers areas for relaxation with 2 bar areas, The Sports
Bar and Lounge Bar (members only) incorporate pool tables, darts and Sky Sports as well as
offering food/bar snacks. These bars will be open 7 days a week allowing members to come
and unwind and meet with friends.
There is a fantastic social element to this club offering members a variety of social events from
Race Nights, Casino Nights, Family Summer Fun Days, Hog-roast Sundays and so much more.
Paringdon Sports Club has a great deal to offer our members and is truly a superb club catering
for all you sports and social needs.
The grounds of Paringdon Sports Club are immense with ample parking for over 100 cars and a
large outside children’s play area. Paringdon Sports Club lies within an open area of green
space (17.63 acres) located between Milwards and Sycamore Fields immediately to the south
off Southern Way (A1169). The M11 (2.5miles), M25 (8miles) and A10 are all in close proximity.
Membership
Membership costs are as follows (inclusive of gym, all racket sports, fitness classes, exclusive use of the
member’s Lounge bar):
Full membership = £36 per month
Family membership = £65 per month (Partner and children)
Student membership = £25 per month (For children aged between 11-16 and students in Higher
Education)
Concession – OAP membership = £ 15 per month (off peak: 9am-12pm & 2pm-4pm)
Social membership available – please contact us for further information
Corporate membership available – if associated with Paringdon Sports Club – please contact us
for further information
There is no annual joining fee.
Costs are inclusive of VAT.
Advance payments: Thereafter (following the first two months of opening) members who pay for a
whole year’s membership in advance will receive a 10% discount.
Paringdon Sports Club offers a tremendous amount for the membership costs and is great value for
money.
Facilities
Gym
The gym has a superb range of equipment to suit our members no matter what your fitness goal,
whether you are a beginner or aspiring athlete. There is a great range of cardiovascular equipment such
as numerous treadmills, rowing machines, cross-trainers, recline bikes, upright bikes and step
machines. There is also a superb range of toning equipment for those members wishing to tone and
sculpt their body, including leg curl, leg extension, leg press, chest press, shoulder press, abdominal
crunch and much more. We also have a free-weights area, boxing punch bag, and mat areas for body
stretching/warm-down.
We have a great fitness team who have a wealth of experience and who are on hand to help and
support your needs and offer advice to continually improve your experience and help you attain your
personal goals.
Classes
At Paringdon Sports Club we offer a wide range of fitness classes to suit all levels of ability. These 5 core
classes are including in your membership. We have something for everyone. Our classes are fun and
enjoyable and can be a social event where you bring your friends and even make new friends.
Monday: Running Club (6-7pm) - An introduction to beginners running, for people wanting to try
running but need motivating! Starting slow and steady and aiming to build up the distance over 6
weeks! Set out in the open along cycle paths with a variety of different routes. Led by instructor Jared.
Free for Members, Guests of members £4.50.
Tuesday: Circuits (6-7pm) - A class designed to tone, shape muscles and build strength, using
handweights, steps, power bars, shuttle runs and various cardio exercises in a circuit format. Great all
round workout no matter what your level of fitness. With Instructor Liz. Free for Members, Guests of
members £4.50.
Wednesday: Boxercise (6-7pm) - A conditioning class using boxing techniques for strength and
endurance, and padwork for maximum effect! Designed to keep you moving and burning fat. Great for
stress release! Suitable for all levels. With Instructor Jared. Free for Members, Guests of members
£4.50.
Thursday: Boot Camp (6-7pm) - In bootcamp, your challenge is to take the body to its limit! You work,
you sweat, and best of all you burn lots of calories. With Instructor Jared. Free for Members, Guests of
members £4.50.
Friday: Core Stability (6:30-7pm) - In this session focuses on muscular strength, proper body alignment
and balance, developing and strengthening key muscle groups with the aid of a fitball. Suitable for all
levels. With Instructors Jared/Liz. Free for Members, Guests of members £4.50.
We also offer the following:
Bodystat Testing
£10
Bodystat testing is non-intrusive and can provide you with more accurate measurements than scales..
Gives you percentage in BODYFAT, LEAN MUSCLE, WATER and BODY MASS INDEX/METABOLIC RATE.
Based on the analysis, a sensible eating and fitness programme can be advised to help you to a
healthier lifestyle.
Personal Training
Need more motivation? Help is at hand we have Qualified Personal Trainers who will work with you to
achieve your goals whether it’s for weight lost, training for an event, or just a healthier lifestyle. Come
and speak to us. For more information and prices contact us via the website site or telephone 01279
418411 and speak to our Fitness Team.
Also available: Line Dancing, Ciroc, Salsa, Zumba and Yoga – available at an extra cost as these are
external instructor based classes
Sports Hall
Located in the large Clubhouse there is a large Sports Hall that can cater for many different sporting
activities such as Badminton, Basketball, Netball as well as Dance and Fitness classes. So, whether you
are an advanced player or would like to get involved in a new activity then this is an ideal opportunity.
Squash Courts
There are 4 squash courts in the main clubhouse with a viewing galley. So for either the beginner or
advanced player this is the perfect opportunity to get involved with this fast energetic game. Playing
squash is an ideal way to enhance your fitness levels too. There will also be a squash league running at
Paringdon Sports Club.
Tennis Courts (outdoor)
With the outside facilities at Paringdon Sports Club, there are 2 outdoor macadam tennis courts which
can be used for tennis leagues or another way of keeping fit and having fun with friends. So, whatever
your age or standard you can come and enjoy this racket sport.
Netball / Basketball Court (outdoor)
There is an outdoor netball/basketball tarmac court available for member’s individual practice or for a
team practice. Teams can even have as their home ground if playing in a League competition.
All weather Sports surface
At Paringdon Sports Club we have an artificial all weather sports pitch which is designed to meet the
varied and demanding requirements of sports. This synthetic sports surface can be used all year round,
without deterioration in playing performance. It is caged and has flood-lights and is ideal for 5-a-sdie
football or football training.
Football Pitches
Paringdon Sports Club has a very extensive football programme. There are currently 4 full-size grass
pitches, 1 9-a-side pitch and 2 mini-soccer grass pitches. One pitch also has flood-lights. There is an
extensive ongoing maintenance programme whereby the pitches are regularly treated and maintained
as necessary, and the pitches are cut and lined in preparation of matches. Shower and changing
facilities are also available for both Home and Away teams.
Football coaching for team or individual can be provided by fully qualified FA coaches.
There is also the ability to run football tournaments during the summer months which always make for
great social events.
Bar Areas
We have 2 main bars, The Sports Bar and The Members Lounge Bar, providing a tremendous social
network.
The Sports Bar: A large bar with Sky Sports TV, Pool table, Darts, Fruit machines and comfy seating
providing a relaxed atmosphere to come and enjoy and drink and bite to eat with friends and family.
The Lounge Bar: A members only bar with a slightly more relaxed and mellow atmosphere, yet with all
the same enjoyable entertainment as the Sports Bar. Where members can come and unwind after an
invigorating gym session or tough game of squash, or simply enjoy the social environment with friends
and family.
There is an outside garden area with picnic tables which is a great area to laze around during our hot
summer months.
Drinks prices are ‘social club prices’ and bar snacks are available. Children are welcome in all bar areas
and this is truly a fun family environment. Smoking is permitted outside.
Children’s Outdoor Play Area
There is a great children’s outdoor playing area with climbing towers, climbing frames and slides with a
child friendly playing surface. This provides a safe and secure location for youngsters to have fun.
Family’s can enjoy the facilities together and, when apart, fully relax in the knowledge that your
children are safe.
Children’s Activities
During the school term holidays Paringdon Sports Club is the ideal location for your young ones to come
and have fun enjoying a wealth of activities all under the one roof and in a safe and secure
environment.
There is also the opportunity for your child to receive some superb football coaching by a fully qualified
FA Coach.
The main hall is available for hire and is a great location for a children’s birthday party and can cover a
multitude of themes, incorporating both indoor and outdoor activities, a bouncy castle and food.
Events / Functions
Due to the uniqueness of Paringdon Sports Club it lends itself capable of being able to provide a
fantastic location for a variety of events and functions.
There are numerous events nights, such as Salsa classes, Race nights and Casino nights. These are all
great fun and allow time to be spent with family and friends and to also meet new friends in a warm
and relaxed atmosphere.
The main sports hall is available for hire for such occasions as birthday parties, anniversaries and
wedding receptions.
The immense grounds are well suited to hosting Corporate Team Building Event days. These can either
be held outdoors on the large fields or indoors in the sports hall. Catering can also be provided.
During the summer months the grounds are used for hosting Summer Fun days incorporating a BBQ
and family sporting activities (tug-of-war, rounder’s etc). Also, there is a Hog-roast event. What better
way to spend a day in the sun with family and friends.
We are experienced in staging a wide range of events from competitive sporting events (football
tournaments), to leisure events such as concerts, roadshows and much more besides.
Gallery
Squash court
Gymnasium
Sports hall
Tennis court
Gymnasium
Fitness class / Dance Studio
Members Bar
All weather playing surface
Football pitch area
Sports Bar
Football pitch area
Outdoor garden / play area
Opening times
Club Opening times
Monday to Thursday: 7am - 11pm
Friday: 7am - 11pm
Saturday: 8am - 11pm
Sunday: 8am - 10:30pm
Gym Opening times
Monday to Thursday: 7am - 10pm
Friday: 7am - 9pm
Saturday: 8am - 7pm
Sunday: 8am - 9pm
Bar Opening times
Monday to Saturday: 12pm - 11pm
Sunday: 12pm - 10:30pm
Further information
For further information please contact a member of the team who will be happy to help or to arrange
a viewing appointment.
Web address: http://paringdonsports.com
Telephone: 01279 418411 Email: enquiries@paringdonsports.com
Troy Mead: Mobile No.: 07850 183032 Email: troy@paringdonsports.com
Dave Hancock: Mobile No.: 07774 106115 Email: dave@paringdonsports.com
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Location
Paringdon Road, Great Parndon, Harlow, Essex, CM19 4QT
Competitors Comparison
 Membership cost – between £39 (off-peak)and £55 (full peak) per
month
 Joining fee - £120
 Partner membership - £39 per month
 Yearly contract
 Membership cost – between £42 (off-peak) and £58 (full peak) per
month
 Joining fee - £40 (for monthly membership)
 Some admin fees will apply
 Additional cost for court hire (badminton £8/hour, tennis £12/hour,
squash £5.50/40min
 Non-member/Guest fees apply
Mark Hall
Sports Services
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Membership cost to join Sportscentre - £20 per year
Additional gym membership - £27.50 per month
Partner membership – No concession (still costs £27.50 per month)
Additional cost for court hire (badminton £8/hour, tennis £10/hour)
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 Membership cost (per month) - £36 (full member), £65
(family member), £25 (student member), £15 (OAP-off
peak)
 NO Joining fee
 NO Admin fees
 NO Additional costs for court hire (members)
 Non-members accompanying a member - £5 (per session)
racket sports
Paringdon Sports Club offers an all-round better value
for money package than our local competitors with
great sports and social activity.