About us

Helping people move more, feel better and live well

Our Story

Valley Leisure Ltd is a charitable trust with deep roots in the local community. For more than 30 years, we’ve been working to improve people’s quality of life through recreation, activity and wellbeing.

For three decades we proudly managed leisure facilities on behalf of Test Valley Borough Council. In 2017, our journey evolved. We stepped away from operating the council’s leisure contract and began creating our own community-focused spaces. That year, we opened Riverside Bowl in Andover and soon after launched the I Can Therapy Centre – both designed to bring people together, get people moving, and support better health for all.

With these new ventures came a renewed mission: move more, feel better. Everything we do is about helping people improve physical health, mental wellbeing and social connection, in welcoming places where everyone feels supported.

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“Move More, Feel Better”

Riverside Activity Zone

In 2025, Riverside Bowl grew into Riverside Activity Zone – the charity’s main source of income generation and a vibrant family leisure destination in the heart of Andover.

With two floors of entertainment, Riverside Activity Zone is the go-to place for families and friends to enjoy time together. From ten-pin bowling to indoor glo-golf, augmented reality darts to laser tag, it’s fun on every level – and every visit helps support our charitable mission.

Discover Riverside Activity Zone

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“Fun on every level”

I Can Move More

Also in 2025, we launched our new five-year strategy: I Can Move More. This ambitious plan places active ageing at the centre of our work, positioning us as a leading provider of community-based active ageing services across the South of England.

Through I Can Move More, we are building on the success of the I Can Therapy Centre and expanding into new programmes that help people stay active, stay social and live well – no matter their age, ability or confidence level.

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“Stay active, stay social and live well”

Our Charity

Valley Leisure Ltd. is guided by a committed board of trustees who bring experience from across business, health, social care, community and charitable sectors. Day-to-day operations are led by our Chief Executive Officer, supported by a passionate team including our Head of Active Ageing, Marketing Manager and Centre Managers for Riverside Activity Zone and I Can Therapy Centre.

Meet the Team

Behind the scenes, two teams of dedicated professionals deliver our promise: to help people move more and feel better.

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“Valley Leisure is a group of people who are dedicated to doing one thing: helping people.”

Helping You Move Forward,
One Step at a Time

Whether you’ve lost confidence, live with a health condition, or simply feel less mobile than you once did, we are here to help you take that first step – and every one after that.

Our team understands how difficult it can be to get started. But we also know how life-changing it is when you do. Movement can lift your mood, ease your body, restore confidence, and keep you independent for longer.

We believe everyone deserves the chance to live well as they age – and that begins with movement.

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For Families and Professionals

If you’re supporting a loved one to stay active or if you’re a health or care professional seeking local services to recommend, you’re in the right place.

We work with GPs, NHS teams, and community partners to help more people find joy in moving.

Google Reviews

    
 
 
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   Chris Waldren 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a gym for people who need to move more which utilises custom machines to enable that to happen. I have been using it and since I started my strength and movement has improved and the team are very friendly and helpful.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can supported exercise machines help me move, strengthen muscles, and gently help circulation and breathing in a healthy way, with a program unique to me, especially adapted to my needs and ability. The staff are amazing, so understanding, friendly, caring and very professional. It's the best place for people with mobility issues. It's also a very friendly place to make friends, and chat over a cuppa in a social area. We are so lucky to have this wonderful place in Andover.
  
 
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   Annie Flackett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I first joined in 2021 and I can definitely say it's the best thing I have done in along time, I now go twice a week, Monday's and Fridays depending on availability, it varies from week to week. The staff are absoulutely amazing and really friendly, we can laugh and chat at the same time. I would recommend i~ can for everybody.annie flackett
  
 
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   Janice 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful staff, helpful and kind. Love the machines, they are keeping me moving.
  
 
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   Martin Rees 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. All communities need I Can! This vital artery is essential to people who without it would be worse off. 5 stars simply doesn’t do it justice. The staff make it all the more special. The improvements seen are outstanding.
  
 
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   Chaz Clark 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I go here once a week to use the 12 power assisted machines to try and help strengthen the muscles in my back and neck. As I am in a lot of pain, for most of the time, I am hopeful that this will help me to cope better with it and not rely on my strong painkillers which i am prescribed as much. I've been going for a few months now and really enjoying the experience. I only use some of them as the routine is tailored for my own needs. Everyone has their own set for them. All the staff are friendly and helpful, as are the other people who use the services provided. Everyone seems to use the provided sanitary wipes to clean the machine handles before and after they have used them, so it's a safer environment.  There is always Greatest Hits Radio playing in the background, playing music to match most people's taste. Price is the same for everyone, and it's very reasonable.
  
 
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   Barbara Thomas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lucy loves her therapy days, people are friendly kind and helpful. Lucy has special needs and she has benefitted from the ICAN clan. Thank you to staff, volunteers and clients. X
  
 
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   Sharon Egremont 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a fabulous, friendly gym this is. My son and I have a great time every week.