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getactiveabc ABC Council's Health & Recreation Department brand - getactiveabc, getmovingabc, getoutdoorsabc - let's do this!

getactiveabc is the umbrella brand for the Health and Recreation department in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and offers a unique mix of health and fitness activities, memberships, water sports, snow sports, dry land activities, golf and swimming. Our nine indoor leisure facilities comprise Orchard Leisure Centre, Banbridge Leisure Centre, South Lake Leisure Centre, Gilford Commun

ity Centre, Dromore Community Centre, Rathfriland Community Centre, Richhill Recreation Centre, Tandragee Recreation Centre and Keady Recreation Centre. Our outdoor facilities comprise Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre, Kinnego Marina, Kinnego Bushcraft Centre, Loughgall Golf & Country Park, South Lake Watersports, Gosford Forest Park, Clare Glen Caravan Park, Ardmore Recreation Centre, Cathedral Road Recreation Centre as well as a host of parks and open spaces including Lurgan Park, Palace Demesne, Solitude Park, Banbridge, Dromore Park, Portadown Peoples Park and Craigavon City Park incorporating Tannaghmore Gardens and Animal Farm. Our Sports Development team carry out a varied programme of activities throughout the year to get everyone active, moving and outdoors across Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon. The team also provides an important link to governing bodies of sport and Sport NI and is the ‘go to’ for all sports persons from grass roots to elite athletes in the local area. The team is responsible for delivering the Sports Forum, funding for clubs, education courses, schools programmes, sport and exercise programmes for the public and the annual Sports Awards ceremony. This page is not monitored 24/7 (including evenings, weekends and public holidays). Please PM us with any enquiries via messenger and our Customer Advisors will reply as soon as possible. If you have a Freedom of Information request, please visit the council website at armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk for details of how to contact us. Please read the House Rules before posting comments to our page. This statement outlines the types of content that will be removed from this page and the grounds for which we will ban a user from accessing it. Users should also make themselves aware of Facebook's own terms and conditions. General information

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With Wimbledon just around the corner and tennis fever building, our fantastic partners at Portadown Tennis Club, Banbri...
19/06/2026

With Wimbledon just around the corner and tennis fever building, our fantastic partners at Portadown Tennis Club, Banbridge Tennis Club,Lurgan Tennis Club and J&C MultiSports are serving up a range of junior summer tennis camps over the holidays!

The tennis courts are located at Edenvilla Park, Lurgan Park and Banbridge Leisure Centre. Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or already has an ace up their sleeve, these camps are a smashing way to improve skills, make friends and have a ball this summer! 🎾😄

👉 Scroll across the posters below for all the details.

We also have tennis courts available at Loughgall Country Park and Keady Recreation Centre, perfect for a family hit-around or rallying with friends. This Wimbledon season, why not take inspiration from the world's best and get out on court yourself?

👉 getactiveabc.com/activities/tennis

📢 Notice for visitors to Loughgall Country Park this Saturday!Loughgall Country Park & Golf Course will be busier than u...
19/06/2026

📢 Notice for visitors to Loughgall Country Park this Saturday!

Loughgall Country Park & Golf Course will be busier than usual this Saturday 20 June due to 'Tri the Orchard' triathlon event taking place from 9.00am to 12.00pm. Please plan your visit accordingly.

Good luck to everyone participating in the event 🙌

However you plan to spend your weekend, if you're in, on or around water please stay safe 🛟There are 2 simple skills tha...
19/06/2026

However you plan to spend your weekend, if you're in, on or around water please stay safe 🛟

There are 2 simple skills that could save your life or someone else’s life - please remember these and share with family and friends:

⚠ If you get into difficulty in the water, float to increase your chances of survival.

⚠ If you see someone in trouble in the water, call 999 and ask for help.

For more information please visit https://getactiveabc.com/blog/be-water-wise-and-stay-safe/

🏆👑 JERSEY ROYALS! 👑🏆What an incredible achievement for our Bann Ballers Walking Netball Teams, who have returned from Je...
18/06/2026

🏆👑 JERSEY ROYALS! 👑🏆

What an incredible achievement for our Bann Ballers Walking Netball Teams, who have returned from Jersey as champions after an unforgettable tournament! 🌟🏐💪

Competing alongside three other Northern Ireland teams, our Bann Ballers took on the best in a one-day tournament hosted by Jersey Walking Netball . With eight teams battling it out across seven challenging matches, both Bann Ballers teams earned their place in the playoffs – a fantastic accomplishment in itself! 🙌

❤️ The Bann Ballers Red Team faced the Jersey Pearls in a thrilling, goal-for-goal contest that ended in a draw, securing a fantastic joint 3rd place finish.

🖤 The Bann Ballers Black Team took on the Jersey Puffins in another nail-biting encounter. Showing determination, teamwork and composure, they edged ahead and held their lead until the final whistle to become TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS! 🏆🎉

Patricia Bassett, Goal Attack for the Bann Ballers Red Team, was deservedly named ⭐ Player of the Tournament ⭐

Beyond the results, this trip was about so much more than netball. It was filled with laughter, friendship, unforgettable memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. ❤️

A huge congratulations to everyone involved – you have done everyone proud! 👏👏👏

Interested in giving Walking Netball a go? Sessions take place every Friday at Banbridge Leisure Centre from 12:30pm – 1:30pm and will recommence in September 🏐🏆💪

For more information please visit https://getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/walkingnetball/

Nominations are open for the 2026 Junior Sports Awards 🏆🥇Sports clubs, teams, individuals and schools are invited to nom...
18/06/2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Junior Sports Awards 🏆🥇

Sports clubs, teams, individuals and schools are invited to nominate young sports people (18 years and under) who have brought pride and prestige to the borough through their outstanding sporting achievements, as well as the dedicated coaches and volunteers who have helped every step of the way!

Get your nominations in before Wednesday 8 July ⏰

For more info and guidance notes, visit: https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/resident/abc-sports-forum/

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🌊💙 Celebrate Men’s Health Week and Father’s Day with an action-packed family adventure at South Lake Watersports!Our 3.5...
18/06/2026

🌊💙 Celebrate Men’s Health Week and Father’s Day with an action-packed family adventure at South Lake Watersports!

Our 3.5-hour Family Multi-Activity Sessions are the perfect way to get active, learn new skills, and make lasting memories together. A great opportunity to recognise the important role fathers and father figures play in encouraging healthy, active lifestyles 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

💷 Only £15 per person

Discover the full weekend programme and book now 👉getactiveabc.com/events/watersportsjune-events

&🚴‍♂️ Ready to get out and explore this summer? 🚴‍♂️Swap the screen time for fresh air and family adventures with our cy...
18/06/2026

&🚴‍♂️ Ready to get out and explore this summer? 🚴‍♂️

Swap the screen time for fresh air and family adventures with our cycle hire opportunities at South Lake Watersports 🌿

Whether you're looking for a leisurely ride or something a bit more active, it’s the perfect way to stay moving, enjoy the outdoors and make the most of longer days ☀️🚲

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages & abilities
🌍 Explore your local area
💪 Stay active together
Find out more & start your journey 👉 getactiveabc.com/activities/cycling

It's Learning Disability Week 2026 and we're proud to highlight the inclusive equipment available for daily hire, including twelve sports wheelchairs, one rugby wheelchair, three track chairs, five hand cycles, four tandem bikes and three trikes. Discover more 👉 getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/inclusivecyclesscheme

A special thank you to our partner Disability Sport NI for their support in helping us make activities more inclusive and accessible 🙌👩‍🦽🫶

🌊 New Additions to the June Watersports Programme 🚣‍♀️☀️💦 £5 Family Paddle & Play SessionsA fun-filled hour of games, c...
17/06/2026

🌊 New Additions to the June Watersports Programme 🚣‍♀️☀️

💦 £5 Family Paddle & Play Sessions

A fun-filled hour of games, challenges and playful activities on the water for the whole family!
📅 Saturday 27 June – 10:30am & 1:30pm
📅 Sunday 28 June – 11:00am
💷 Only £5 per person

🚣 Family Learn to Kayak Taster Sessions

Perfect for beginners wanting to give kayaking a try!
📅 Saturday 27 June & Sunday 28 June
⏰ 2-hour instructor-led sessions
✅ FREE for getactiveabc Single, Family & Corporate Members
💷 £30 Non-Members
💷 £19.50 Children & Concessions

🎯 All sessions are fully instructor-led, making them a safe and enjoyable way to get active, learn new skills, and have fun together.

🌊 Plus, our popular Aqua Inflatable Sessions continue throughout June!

📲 Book now and start the summer with a splash!
👉 getactiveabc.com/events/watersportsjune-events

Our July Multi-Skills Camps are filling up fast! 😁 We're excited to welcome this year's participants for a summer of fun...
17/06/2026

Our July Multi-Skills Camps are filling up fast! 😁

We're excited to welcome this year's participants for a summer of fun, friendship, and learning. Our camps provide an opportunity for young people to make friends, build confidence, and develop a range of sporting skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment ⚽️🥅🏸🏀🤹‍♀️

📍Banbridge Leisure Centre
Mon 6 July – Fri 10 July | 10.00am – 12noon

📍Dromore Community Centre
Mon 6 July – Fri 10 July & Mon 27 July – Fri 31 July | 10.00am – 12.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.00pm

📍Gilford Community Centre
Mon 6 July – Fri 10 July | 2.00pm – 4.00pm

📍Keady Recreation Centre
Mon 20 July – Fri 24 July | 10.00am – 12.00pm

📍Orchard Leisure Centre
Tues 28 July – Fri 31 July | 2.00pm – 4.00pm

📍South Lake Leisure Centre
Mon 27 July – Fri 31 July | 10.00am – 12noon

📍Tandragee Recreation Centre
Mon 20 July – Fri 24 July | 2.00pm – 4.00pm

ℹ️ 5 days | £25 per week

Book online 📲 https://getactiveabc.com/events/multiskillscamps/

Well done to Donard School's Class of 2026 who have been taking part in an exciting and inclusive programme delivered in...
17/06/2026

Well done to Donard School's Class of 2026 who have been taking part in an exciting and inclusive programme delivered in partnership with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough Council.

Through this initiative, pupils have been introduced to the gym facilities at Banbridge Leisure Centre, giving young people with special educational needs the opportunity to experience a range of physical activities in a supportive environment.

The programme, established by the Special School Partnership, aims to build confidence and independence, promote wellbeing and highlight accessible leisure opportunities, helping young people develop skills they can carry into everyday life while encouraging continued participation in community activities.

Read the full story: 👉 https://getactiveabc.com/news/students-from-donard-school-discover-leisure-opportunities-in-banbridge/

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