Horizon Leisure celebrates double finalist success at prestigious ukactive awards for the fitness sector
Horizon Leisure is excited to have been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories at the ukactive Awards.
ukactive is the governing body for the health and leisure industry, and the awards ceremony is the UK’s largest celebration of the fitness and physical activity sector and the people who power it.
Horizon Leisure has been shortlisted in the Marketing Campaign of the Year, celebrating the trust’s innovative approach to authentic, community-focused marketing.
Its exceptional operational team has also been recognised in the Leadership Team of the Year category for how it has strategically guided the charitable leisure trust to achieve significant growth across multiple locations and services.
Proud of achievements that have led to nominations
Examples of Horizon Leisure’s achievements this year alone include:
· Improved aquatics, including the launch of the Swim England Learn to Swim programme and specialist SEN (special educational needs) lessons
· A 20% increase in group exercise class participation
· THRIVE kids’ programme is thriving, with participation rates up 25%
· 25% year-on-year growth in personal training
· Launch of HYROX training programme
· Launch of indoor Intelligent Cycling
· Demand for personalised fitness inductions has soared, with over 60% of new joiners now booking these valuable sessions with the expert team
· A new marketing strategy means every social media post, website image, advertisement and press release uses real Horizon Leisure community members, showcasing what real bodies look like.
Mike Lyons, CEO, Horizon Leisure says: “The ukactive awards are extremely prestigious, so to be shortlisted as finalists in two categories is truly reason to celebrate.
Gaining national recognition for the hard work of our teams, who consistently deliver outstanding contributions to the local community, is genuinely exciting. The winners will be announced in October, and we can’t wait to share if we’ve won!
“Horizon Leisure has a commitment to providing accessible and affordable provision for everyone.
“Our goal is to create enjoyable experiences that motivate people to enhance their health and wellbeing; positively influencing their lives, in alignment with our charitable objectives.”
At the heart of the Havant community
Horizon Leisure is a charitable trust, with the Havant community at the core of everything it does.
As a charity, it doesn’t have owners or shareholders to pay - any profits it makes are reinvested into the wellbeing of the local community by continually improving its sport, leisure and wellbeing offer.
Horizon Leisure has significantly grown its health programmes and activities, ensuring there is a range of health intervention initiatives for individuals of every age, ability level and varying health needs.
There’s something for everyone: Find out more
So, whether you are looking for swimming, gymnastics and trampolining lessons; junior gym sessions; racquet sports, soft play and holiday camps for your kids; or perhaps you’re seeking a GP health referral; over 50’s sports clubs; a free health check; group exercise classes; weight management or long term health conditions programmes – there is something for you.
Find out more here at the Horizon Leisure website