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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 Community 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 β€˜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

We reserve the right to remove comments, without notification, which:

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- infringe or violate someone else's rights
- violate the law
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We will also remove or ban any user who:

- continues to post comments such as those listed above
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- has an offensive user name. These lists are not exhaustive and will be updated as necessary.

Loughgall Country Park will host the Born to Run event, tomorrow Saturday 17 January πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒPlease note the park and surro...
16/01/2026

Loughgall Country Park will host the Born to Run event, tomorrow Saturday 17 January πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒ

Please note the park and surrounding area will be very busy for most of the day and we kindly ask everyone to park responsibly.

We wish the organisers and everyone racing a successful event!

Find out more about the event at https://www.born2runevents.com/

Hit the slopes with us ⛷️Ready to level up your skiing skills? Join our 2-hour group ski lessons available for levels 1-...
15/01/2026

Hit the slopes with us ⛷️

Ready to level up your skiing skills? Join our 2-hour group ski lessons available for levels 1-4 and make the most of the winter season at Craigavon Golf and Ski Centre.

πŸ“… Available throughout January - April
Suitable for age 11+

βœ… Perfect for beginners and intermediates
βœ… Expert instructors
βœ… Fun, friendly group atmosphere

🎟 Book Online Now: getactiveabc.com/activities/ski-courses

⏰ Time is ticking!!! Nominations for the 2026 Senior Sports Awards close tomorrow, Friday 16 January at 12noon.Give your...
15/01/2026

⏰ Time is ticking!!! Nominations for the 2026 Senior Sports Awards close tomorrow, Friday 16 January at 12noon.

Give your sporting heroes, teams, schools, coaches and volunteers the recognition they deserve.

Award categories include:
πŸ’« Sports Person/Team with a Disability
πŸ’« Sportswoman of the Year
πŸ’« Sportsman of the Year
πŸ’«Senior Team of the Year
πŸ’« Senior Coach of the Year
πŸ’« Service to Sport
πŸ’«Volunteer Award
πŸ’« Club of the Year

Find out more https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/resident/abc-sports-forum/

New Day, Same Great Movesβœ¨πŸ’ƒBanbridge Leisure Centre's Dancing in the Daylight class will change to Thursdays from 11.00a...
14/01/2026

New Day, Same Great Movesβœ¨πŸ’ƒ

Banbridge Leisure Centre's Dancing in the Daylight class will change to Thursdays from 11.00am – 12.00noon on 15 Jan, 29 Jan & 5 Feb.

Β£2.50 per person – or FREE with a getactiveabc Single, Corporate or Family Membership

No booking required - just drop in!

Get ready for your Spring / Summer outdoor adventure! Online bookings are now live for caravan, camping and glamping at ...
14/01/2026

Get ready for your Spring / Summer outdoor adventure!

Online bookings are now live for caravan, camping and glamping at Gosford Forest Park and Kinnego Marina ⛴️ ⛺️ 🌳

Bookings for Clare Glen open tomorrow morning!

Find out more πŸ‘‰ https://getactiveabc.com/activities/camping-and-caravanning/

Have you got a school ski trip planned? Heading away on a family or group skiing holiday? πŸ”οΈπŸŽΏDon't panic - we'll have yo...
13/01/2026

Have you got a school ski trip planned? Heading away on a family or group skiing holiday? πŸ”οΈπŸŽΏ

Don't panic - we'll have you slope-ready fast! β›·οΈπŸ™‚

Our 'Learn to Ski in a Day' courses are the perfect way for juniors and adults to build confidence and master the basics quickly 🀩

πŸ“… Upcoming Course Dates:
🎿 Junior Learn to Ski in a Day
Saturday 17 & 31 Jan | 7, 14 & 28 Feb | 14 Mar
🎿 Adult Learn to Ski in a Day
Saturday 1 & 15 Mar | 12 Apr

Start your ski adventure the right way - learn before you go πŸ‘‰ getactiveabc.com/activities/ski-courses

January can feel especially hard, particularly for carers, and with Blue Monday approaching on 19 January, it's importan...
13/01/2026

January can feel especially hard, particularly for carers, and with Blue Monday approaching on 19 January, it's important to know help is always there πŸ˜‡

Carers across our borough can avail of a discounted getactiveabc single, family or swim membership. With unlimited access to our gyms, fitness classes, pools, 50+ clubs, carers can stay active, connected and supported all year round πŸ’™πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈπŸŠβ€β™€οΈ

Who’s eligible?
βœ”οΈ Carers of an adult or child with a learning disability or autism/ID CAMHS using Southern Health & Social Care Trust services.
βœ”οΈ Foster carers using the Southern Health & Social Care Trust services.
βœ”οΈ Unpaid primary/main carers for individuals receiving direct payment (self-directed support) within the ABC Council area.

Carers must have a Southern Health & Social Care Trust 'Carers Get Active Card'

For full details, visit πŸ‘‰ getactiveabc.com/carers

Choose the virtual Couch to 5k programme and run anytime, anywhere πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈβœ… The virtual programme is free and great for...
12/01/2026

Choose the virtual Couch to 5k programme and run anytime, anywhere πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

βœ… The virtual programme is free and great for those who need more flexibility around when and where they train
βœ… You'll still have access to a qualified instructor who will virtually guide you through the 8 week programme
βœ… Each week you'll receive an email with your training programme for the upcoming week, meaning you can run at a time and place convenient to you
βœ… By the end of the programme, you'll be encouraged to take part in a Parkrun or complete your own 5k!

Read more or sign up πŸ‘‰ www.getactiveabc.com/couchto5k

Teachers give 100% every day - now it's time to give something back! ❀️🫢😊New term, new routine, same amazing savings! Te...
12/01/2026

Teachers give 100% every day - now it's time to give something back! ❀️🫢😊

New term, new routine, same amazing savings! Teachers can enjoy 20% off a getactiveabc single memberhsip by signing up to the Blue Light Scheme

Because your wellbeing matters this term [and every term].

A single membership entitles you to:
β€Ό Access to our 9 centres across the borough
β€Ό Relaxation suite at Orchard Leisure Centre, Armagh
β€Ό Sanarium at Banbridge Leisure Centre
β€Ό Cycle, kayak, paddleboard & canoe hire at South Lake Watersports
β€Ό Footgolf at Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre
β€Ό Unlimited gym
β€Ό Unlimited swimming
β€Ό Unlimited fitness classes
β€Ό Climbing wall at Gilford Community Centre
β€Ό Racquet sports: badminton, table tennis, squash & pickleball [where available]

To find out more about Blue Light Card and to register, visit https://teachers.bluelightcard.co.uk/

Friday Night Sports Club is BACKβš½οΈπŸΉπŸΈπŸ€Friday nights just got way more fun! Head to South Lake Leisure Centre for an epic ...
11/01/2026

Friday Night Sports Club is BACKβš½οΈπŸΉπŸΈπŸ€

Friday nights just got way more fun! Head to South Lake Leisure Centre for an epic mix of sports and games including 3v3 Football using Air Pitches, Volleyball, Basketball, Battle Bows, Badminton, Pickleball, Table Tennis, Boccia and loads of mini-games, so there’s always something new to try!

πŸ—“ Starts Fri 16 Jan
πŸ•£ 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Suitable for Year 8 – 12 students

Register online πŸ‘‰ getactiveabc.com/fridaynightsports

Let's get ready to celebrate our local sporting heroes at the upcoming Senior Sports Awards - Friday 27 March at Craigav...
11/01/2026

Let's get ready to celebrate our local sporting heroes at the upcoming Senior Sports Awards - Friday 27 March at Craigavon Civic & Conference Centre 🌟

We all know a sportsperson who has excelled in their sport or a coach or volunteer who has gone above and beyond to build on our borough's sporting success...so get nominating before 12noon on Friday 16 January.

Award categories include:
🌟 Sports Person/Team with a Disability
🌟 Sportswoman of the Year
🌟 Sportsman of the Year
🌟 Senior Team of the Year
🌟 Senior Coach of the Year
🌟 Service to Sport
🌟 Volunteer Award
🌟 Club of the Year

Find out more πŸ‘‰ https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/resident/abc-sports-forum/

Fancy giving squash a shot? 🀌Sign up now for Squash Ulster's Women's Beginner Squash Programme starting 12 January at Ba...
10/01/2026

Fancy giving squash a shot? 🀌

Sign up now for Squash Ulster's Women's Beginner Squash Programme starting 12 January at Banbridge Leisure Centre πŸ’ͺ

It's a smashing way to get active, meet new people., and learn the basics - no experience required!

ℹ️ Free 4-week programme ⌚6.00pm - 7.30pm

Book your place πŸ“ž Conor on 07511343455

Address

1 Lake Road
Craigavon
BT641AS

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getactiveabc is the brand of Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Councils Health & Recreation Department. Offering a unique mix of water sports, snow sports, dry land activities, golf, play, outdoor, swimming and fitness activities.

Our goal is to help improve the overall health and wellbeing of residents through collective prevention and intervention efforts, ensuring that our offering encourages all residents with ABC to be more active. This statement discloses the types of content that we will remove 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. We reserve the right to remove comments, without notification, including those which: bully, harass or intimidate any individual or organisation are unlawful, libellous, defamatory, abusive, threatening, harmful, obscene, profane, sexually oriented or racially offensive infringe or violate someone else's rights violate the law discuss ongoing legal proceedings are spam advertise products or services are irrelevant or off-topic are disruptive are repetitive. We will also remove or ban any user who: continues to post comments such as those listed above uses offensive images as their profile picture, for example, sexually explicit images has an offensive user name. These lists are not exhaustive and will be updated as necessary. Moderation This page is not monitored 24/7 (including evenings, weekends and public holidays). If you have a Freedom of Information request, please visit our website at https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/ for details of how to contact us.