Shenley Leisure Centre Newsletter Issue 11. April - June 2026
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Shenley Leisure Centre April - June 2026
Contents in this issue. Editorial from the Chairman, Chris Brown Updates from the General Manager, Chris Passfield Fitness Class Information Charlotte Briant, Personal Trainer Profile Dave Parkins, Personal Trainer Profile Online Booking Information Spring Shenley Fairways Pricing Offer 10% Off Shenley Fairways Direct Debit Information Shenley Fairways Advert Luba Mushtuk ‘Masterclass’ Information Fitness Class Timetable Teen Fit and Parent & Teen Fit Information Junior Squash Coaching Information Alliance Française Price Guide Sportsmens Rest Bar Entertainment Book Your Function and Pricing Pathway to Golf Information from Abbey Hill Advertising/Contact Us SHENLEY LEISURE CENTRE, BURCHARD CRESCENT, SHENLEY CHURCH END, MILTON KEYNES, MK5 6HF 01908 502488 ENQUIRIES@SHENLEYLEISURECENTRE.CO.UK WWW.SHENLEYLEISURE.ORG.UK
An editorial from the Chairman of the Trust, Chris Brown I accompanied Chris Passfield to the MK Sports Awards on a cold Friday night in January at Denbigh School. Although Chris and I handed out an award to a deserving lady from Newport Pagnell bowling club, the standout was for a young man. Jack Clayden at the tender age of 16 years old was a boxer and referee and was voted Sports Achiever of 2025, joining Greg Rutherford and Delli Ali as previous winners, so much talent. The event was an inspiring ceremony reflecting the dedication of sports people and their affiliate organisations all of which got me thinking. Sporting clubs have always been important to me and this was highlighted when I attended my school’s memorial lunch to watch Italy beating England in the 6 Nations, the 1st time in 33 attempts. Whilst the result was disappointing I glanced around at 125 gentlemen watching the game (now in Picture; Sports Acheiver of the Year tears) who went to my school Jack Claydon with the majority playing rugby for the “Old Boys” with some of the ex-players nee legends well into their eighties. I thought, how lucky I had been to have these experiences and friendships since starting secondary school at 11 years old. I celebrated my birthday a few weeks ago socialising on two separate occasions and both times started the night off in the Sportsmans Rest. The first night was with my friends from Abbey Hill Golf Club and some of them also now use Shenley Fairways and obviously a great night was had by all, mainly me! The second occasion was with my mates from the Thursday night Boasters squash club which has been running for nearly 30 years at SLC, we had a great evening finishing off the night with a fine curry up City.
Continued, an editorial from the Chairman of the Trust, Chris Brown I suppose my point is that sport is a great leveler for all age groups and in my case these club activities have not just kept me reasonably healthy but have forged lifelong friendships. So, it was with great pleasure I sat and watched Jack receive his award and think of the friends he will make along his journey. So, remember Shenley Leisure Centre has a wide variety of sporting activities with clubs to match, so if you haven’t made contact yet, now’s the time to take the plunge!
Picture; Some of the Thursday Shenley Boasters squash club players
Updates from Chris Passfield, General Manager As we move into spring and towards the summer time we are excited to announce some new activities taking place. A new junior squash coaching session began in March, details are included later, we have our first golf pro coaching session taking place on 11th April in Shenley Fairways in partnership with Abbey Hill. We have a dance ‘Masterclass’ taking place in July with the former Strictly Come Dancing professional Luba Mushtuk, tickets are available now and more details are also later in the issue. There is also a comedy night scheduled for May in the Sportsmens Rest, more details and tickets for this will be available soon.
Some images from the Spork MK Sports Achiever evening Chris Brown and Chris Passfield attended in January. Left, First Class Athletics demo. Above, Fran Llewellyn received Coach of the Year from Newport Bowls Club.
Continued, Updates from Chris Passfield, General Manager Chris Brown talked about the importance of clubs in his editorial, I share his view on this. I will also add as well as being an outlet for people, it’s also a great way for them to feel part of a specific group and in order for people to participate in a club or group they rely on the commitment of the coaches, instructors, teachers and other people behind the scenes, some of which are volunteers. A lot of this may go unnoticed but at the 2026 Mayor’s Award in February Jim McGlynn from Harlequins Trampolining Club received Mentor of the Year. Jim has been coaching for 30+ years at Shenley Leisure Centre and was recognised by someone who attends his sessions. Jim was unable to attend the awards evening but collected his award later at the council offices. He is one great example of the many people who would have helped and guided people through a sport or activity. Picture; Jim McGlynn receiving his Mentor of the year 2026 award by the Mayor Cllr James Lancaster.
Picture; Above, The mayor of Milton Keynes Cllr James Lancaster wanted to see Jim’s work in action and visited one of the sessions. Left, the mayor was tempted to have a bounce himself.
Continued, Updates from Chris Passfield, General Manager As mentioned in the previous issue, our toilets and changing rooms will be receiving a refurbishment. Here are some artist impressions to show how they may look. This is certainly something to look forward to.
Picture; Above, changing room. Below, male toilet area.
Picture; Above, changing room. Below, female toilet area.
We hope to share more information on the progress soon. I’ll finish by saying a quick congratulations to our Duty Manager, Kieran Dugdale and his wife who welcomed twin boys on the 15th December. It’s not often we have staff newborns arrive and I’m pleased to announce the twins are doing great and the new parents are adjusting nicely.
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