As life turns from holiday season to its notoriously gruelling neighbour, January, many of us may have buckled under the pressure of a new year’s resolution.
Whether you are promising to drink less, quit smoking, save money, or lose weight, there are ways of making the challenge a little easier this year.
Sports and community space, the Colombo Centre, in Colombo Street, Southwark, is hosting a Wellbeing Week from January 20 to 26 – a perfect start to a healthier year.
The centre’s gym has been given a burst of new life, with upgrades and new equipment after a £100,000 investment from The Clothworkers’ Foundation, Active Southwark Olympic Legacy Fund and Coin Street Community Builders.
For the last week of January, those living and working in Southwark are invited to enjoy free passes, taster sessions, and special discounts.
The Colombo Centre provides access to a gym, studios, therapy rooms, outdoor and indoor multi-use courts, and a community kitchen.
Memberships throughout the year are affordable and free for those on low incomes – making those new year’s resolutions even easier to stick to.
Stuart Flude, Colombo centre manager, said: “Good health and wellbeing should be a right, not a privilege. Colombo is a no-frills, community gym with a big heart.
“Thanks to this funding, we’ve upgraded our equipment to better serve our members. If your goal is to get fitter in the new year, Wellbeing Week is the perfect opportunity to see what we’re about.”
Whilst users make the most of their workouts, all income generated goes directly back into maintaining the centre and funding community activities.
Colombo Centre is managed by registered charity Coin Street Centre Trust.
David Hopkins, director of community, said: “Colombo Centre is more than just a gym—it’s a lifeline for the community.
“Coin Street’s youth and community team run free and low-fee sports and wellbeing activities for older adults, young people, and those with additional needs.
“By becoming a member, you’re directly supporting these vital initiatives.”
Pictured top: For the last week of January, those living and working in Southwark are invited to enjoy free passes, taster sessions, and special discounts at Colombo Centre (Picture: Colombo Centre)