At Wave Active our purpose is “Inspiring Active Lifestyles” and vision, “To be at the heart of the improvement of health and wellbeing in the Community”.
Managing 15 leisure facilities and Newhaven Fort, across the Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough of East Sussex we are passionate about providing opportunities that support individuals to gain, regain or maintain: health, fitness, and wellbeing.
Offering a range of activities across our facilities and multifunctional spaces, our team is dedicated to creating an approachable environment enabling individuals to prioritise their health and wellbeing journey.
As a charity, formed in 2006, Wave Active continues to ensure all surplus revenues generated from activities are reinvested back into the community in the form of: facility developments, refurbishments, employment opportunities, new programmes of activity and to support those with health conditions to make health improvements.
MAY BANK HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS
We’ll be open over the May Bank Holiday, but our hours may be a little different than usual. To check your centre’s specific opening times, please visit your centre page…
From Ache to Action: Empowering Your Shoulder Health – New Free Event Coming Soon!
A free interactive event all about shoulder health is happening soon at Hillbrow Health and Wellbeing’s centre! ‘From Ache to Action: Empowering Your Shoulder Health’ will help you understand and…
Wave Active Digital Hub
Wave Active Digital Hub has been created as a digital-first showcase platform designed to increase visibility of Wave Active facilities, memberships, activities and employment opportunities. Located in the heart of…
The 98% Problem
Only approximately 2 to 3% of the world’s population have a gym membership, meaning around 98% of people might be missing out on exercise. Thankfully, Lilian’s Room is here, offering…
Introducing Lilian’s Room – Now Open
Now Open at Downs Leisure Centre, Lilian’s Room is a calm, welcoming space designed to support gentle, low-impact exercise in a safe and supportive environment. The room features power-assisted equipment,…
Newhaven Health Hub and exciting improvements coming to Seahaven Swim and Fitness Centre
Centre closed: 9th March 2026Partial reopening: Summer 2026 Grand Opening : Autumn 2026
Wave Active Health – October Timetable
Wave Active Health is pleased to announce the new timetable of classes for October 2025 The new timetable can be viewed here Classes are available at Wave Active leisure centres…
Full of Life Festival and Wave Active Health
Every year, East Sussex County Council work with East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA) to organise a festival of events across the county, celebrating Older People’s Day. Older People’s Day is…
Ringmer Swimming Pool is making a long-awaited return
We are bringing swimming opportunities back to the local residents of Ringmer and beyond. The reopening has been made possible thanks to a collaboration between Lewes District Council, East Sussex…
Improvements to Facilities at Lewes Leisure Centre
We are committed to enhancing your experience at our facilities. To that end, we will be undertaking essential improvements to our poolside changing areas, cubicles, lockers and toilet cubicles. These…
Peacehaven Gym Refurbishment
We are very pleased to announce that Peacehaven Leisure Centre is embarking on a major refurbishment to bring you a bigger, better, and improved gym experience. This project will transform…