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Little Venice Sports Centre

Rating

4.1(277)

Family of 4

30–60 USD for a family session

Duration

1–2 hours

Best Ages

2–17

About

Little Venice Sports Centre is a well-loved community leisure facility in the Maida Vale area of west London, operated to serve the local community with accessible, affordable sport and fitness. The centre offers a range of facilities including a sports hall, fitness studio, and a programme of classes and activities that spans every age group from toddlers to pensioners. For families, Little Venice is an excellent everyday sports resource — the kind of place you can visit weekly rather than just for special occasions.

Junior swim lessons, children's gym classes, sports sessions, and activity clubs run throughout the week, catering to children from toddler age right through to teenagers. The Westminster leisure card scheme makes the centre particularly affordable for local residents, with significantly reduced rates for cardholders compared to standard pay-as-you-go pricing. The centre's location in the picturesque Maida Vale area adds a lovely neighbourhood quality to visits — the canals and green spaces of Little Venice are walkable from the centre, making it easy to combine a sporting session with some outdoor time.

The community atmosphere at Little Venice Sports Centre is genuinely warm — staff know regular visitors by name, and the social dimension of a local sports centre is something that larger commercial gyms rarely replicate. For families settled in west London and looking for a dependable, affordable hub for children's physical activity, Little Venice Sports Centre consistently delivers.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Nursing / Changing

true

Setting

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings for quieter sessions; weekends for family activities

Wait Times

Minimal — most sessions are bookable

Nearby Food

Maida Vale and Little Venice have independent cafes and restaurants within a short walk; the canal-side setting has a few good options

Why Kids Love It

Little Venice Sports Centre is a genuine neighbourhood gem — an affordable, welcoming sports centre that serves the whole community and has something active for every age group.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Apply for a Westminster leisure card if you're a local resident — the savings are substantial
  • Weekday morning sessions are quieter and easier for younger children who find busy environments overwhelming
  • The centre's location near the canal means a post-session walk through Little Venice is a lovely way to round off the outing

What to Bring

  • Appropriate clothing for your chosen activity
  • A water bottle
  • Towel and swimwear if using the pool

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

30–60 USD for a family session

Tips to Save

  • Westminster leisure card holders get significantly reduced rates; family membership is worth it for regular visitors

Hours & Contact

Hours

Friday
6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Monday
6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM – 10:00 PM

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