“Significant investment” for Lanarkshire facilities

North Lanarkshire Council is committing a significant investment in leisure facilities in the region, with major upgrades at Airdrie and Shotts leisure centres and work starting on the running track at Wishaw Sports Centre.

In Shotts, the gym is being upgraded, with new cardio equipment and a complete refurbishment of the functional fitness space, including new flooring, a new functional training rig, upgraded accessories and a full range of HIIT cardio equipment. The health suite has also been refreshed with a replacement sauna and steam room, new tiling throughout and the addition of a shower within the health suite area.

Airdrie Leisure Centre has seen £333,000 invested in a full gym refit and redesign. This includes the installation of brand new cardio, pin-loaded, plate-loaded and cable equipment, as well as new functional and free weight areas. Lighting and flooring are being upgraded throughout the venue.

The improvements also include a brand new spin studio with Keiser bikes, upgraded air conditioning, lighting and sound, an enhanced main studio, a new dedicated holistic studio for yoga and Pilates, and a new Power studio introducing a boutique fitness offer to users. Additional upgrades are also being made to walkways, stairwells and the outdoor entrance area.

Meanwhile, Wishaw Sports Centre is seeing a major upgrade to its running track, with the existing track being replaced to meet IAAF Track & Field standards. Work will start soon and is expected to last between 12 and 15 weeks, depending on weather conditions.