About the Simonside Centre
We specialise in providing adventurous activities and sport to the young people of South Tyneside.
We do this by creating opportunities for young people to try positive activities where they can gain new skills, whilst having fun in safe and structured environment.
The centre is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 9.30pm.
Facilities
- Changing room and showers including a disabled shower room with hoist and sky track system
- Baby changing
- Canteen
- Climbing shop
- Cardiovascular gym (£2.50 per session)
How to get here
The centre is easy to get to, with major road links, Simonside Metro station just 10 minutes walk away and local buses passing close by. If you come by bike, we have storage for bicycles and don't worry if you forget a bike lock, we'll loan you one of ours.
For more information on how to get here visit Nexus (Tyne & Wear Passenger Transport Executive)
Membership
To become a member complete Simonside Centre membership form[word - 1Mb]
Under 18s must have their forms signed by a parent or guardian. We cannot allow young people to participate in activities unless this form is completed.
Annual membership fee is £2 for all. We'll take a photo of you and issue you with a membership card immediately which will be required each time you visit the centre.
Every Child Matters
We believe in learning by doing and facing new exciting challenges both at Simonside Centre and when out and about on activities.
We promote healthy living and aim to achieve all 5 outcomes of the Every Child Matters agenda.
Not in Employment, Education or Training?
The centre is home to the Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET) and Foundation Learning (E2E) programmes which give opportunities for 16 to 19 year olds who are currently not in education employment or training.
Opportunities will be given for young people to develop new skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT, as well a host of NVQs and skills based learning. Many of our learners move on to apprenticeships or find work supported by our staff.
For further information phone 0191 496 7560.
