App very easy to navigate to book classes, staff at Dorking extremely helpful. Dorking Leisure Centre facilities are very clean.
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Friendly, helpful, cheerful and polite staff, especially Jimmy and Scarlet on reception at Dorking Pool. Clean and well organised change rooms, sauna, steam room and lockers. Thankyou so much😁👍... See more
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I have been a member for many years and have noticed a huge change in the standards of the centre over the last few months. The staff are always welcoming and friendly. I took my toddler to the soft... See more
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A good friend of mine has been using this facility whilst the Leatherhead pool is closed. She has challenging family circumstances and her swimming is beneficial to her mental health. Sadly, although... See more
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Welcome to Better! We’re a charitable social enterprise, committed to the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community. From gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools to lessons and courses for both adults and juniors - plus libraries and children's centres - we've got it all. So whether you’d like to try something new, keep the kids entertained or have a dip in the pool, discover our inclusive range of activities, suitable for all ages and abilities at your local Better centre today.
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Reigate Road, RH4 1SN, Dorking, England, United Kingdom
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Excellent Servuce
App very easy to navigate to book classes, staff at Dorking extremely helpful. Dorking Leisure Centre facilities are very clean.
14 October 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Sally,
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We are so delighted to hear that you are enjoying Dorking Sports Centre,
We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and are happy that this has been reflected in the service you have received.
We hope to see you around the centre soon!
Warm Regards
Azaria
Easy to book
Easy to book, Easy to access, good range of classes, Good facilities, helpful staff
22 September 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that you find our booking process and facilities user-friendly, and that you enjoy the variety of classes offered at Dorking Sports Centre.
It's also wonderful to know that our staff has been helpful with your enquiries. Please feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.
Kind Regards
Amir
Always clean with plenty of variety to…
Always clean with plenty of variety to exercise on.
20 September 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Good morning Ian,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We are delighted that you enjoy our faciliies so much, and cant wait to welcome you back again soon.
Warm regards,
Ellis
Great swimming lesson
Great swimming lesson, my children really enjoyed it. Thank you!
11 September 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Nicola,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
It's amazing to hear that your children are really enjoying their lessons with us.
We can't wait to continue to see their progress grow!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
I just paid and I tried to book class…
I just paid and I tried to book class and it says that there 2 accounts associated to my email address. No person to talk, people at there gym just say go to the tablet that is at the reception. Who to talk to? Im loosing money.
Thanks
7 August 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Camilia,
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about the difficulties you have experienced after joining and understand how frustrating it must be to encounter issues with multiple accounts linked to your email address when trying to book a class.
We appreciate your concerns regarding the support available and the impact this has had on your membership experience. If there are duplicate accounts associated with your email address, this may require further investigation to resolve.
Please contact our Customer Service team at customerservices@gll.org with your membership details, and they will be able to review this for you.
Warm Regards,
Hazal
Good facilities, friendly staff, cost more than doubled for a single visit in last 6 months or so
Facilities in Dorking still being refurbished - prices have gone up (almost double for a single visit - I did raise this formally however no full response) and opening hours have reduced - understand it’s a business, however Better should remember that the sports centre is a public service for all…
14 May 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Simon,
Thank you for your review!
We appreciate you sharing your comments regarding the ongoing refurbishment works, changes to our opening hours, and recent price increases.
We're sorry to hear that you feel your previous formal enquiry did not receive a full response, as we always value the feedback our customers provide.
If you email our customer service team, we're more than happy to look into this further and ensure your concerns are reviewed by the appropriate team.
Our email address is: customerservices@gll.org
Thank you again for your feedback!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Jennifer
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see that you enjoyed the friendly team, facilities, and pool at Dorking Sports Centre, and we hope to see you again soon!
Kind Regards
Amir
Pilates teacher was great but the…
Pilates teacher was great but the Ventilation system was so loud we could not clearly hear her.
20 April 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Judith
Thank you for your review.
We are pleased to see that you enjoyed the Pilates class, and we appreciate your feedback regarding the sound.
We will be sure to pass this on.
Kind Regards
Amir
I'm always happy with the gym
I'm always happy with the gym, everyone is friendly.
Just how I like it.
26 March 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Mark
Thanks for your review.
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying Dorking Sports Centre.
Warm Regards
Rachel
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Tim,
Thanks for your review.
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the facilities at Dorking Leisure Centre!
Warm Regards
Azaria
Very helpful staff
I didn't know what to expect and was nicely surprised by people's attitudes and the Center, which is not very big but efficient for my needs.
13 March 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Peter,
Thank you for your review!
We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the overall environment at our Dorking Sports Centre and that our facilities are efficient for your needs.
We can't wait to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Too much dependancy on electronic …
Too much dependancy on electronic communications. Telephone contact is difficult with messages left not being passed on. Priority should be given on a more personal basis like phone.
25 March 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Mark,
Thank you for sharing your review!
We’re sorry to hear that your experience with our communication has been frustrating.
We understand how important it can be for our customers to speak with someone directly, and our customer service team are always happy to assist on the phone.
We're more than happy to raise your feedback with the wider team about passing on customers' messages to the Centre, and we apologise for any previous issues you've had with this.
Thank you again for your feedback!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Friendly staff
20 March 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Michael
Thank you for your review.
It is great to see that the staff at Dorking Sports Centre are creating a friendly environment, and if you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to ask!
Kind Regards
Amir
Very helpful receptionist who helped me…
Very helpful receptionist who helped me with the signing up process, very friendly
20 January 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hello Derren,
Thank you for your gracious comments.
We are pleased to learn that you found our Front of House staff to be both helpful and courteous.
Kind regards
The gym itself is nice
The gym itself is nice, but the weight area is pretty small it gets rather crowded specially mid afternoon when the youngest from school come in, sit on the equipment using they phones, it becomes very frustrating
12 January 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Dean
Thank you for your review.
We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your time at Dorking Sports House, and we truly value your feedback.
If you need to check the Junior Gym sessions in the future, you can find the schedule available online.
I hope this assists with your future bookings.
Kind Regards
Amir
I see potential in the gym with a couple changes
I recently changed gyms, hearing that my local better had been recently renovated so i thought i would give it a try!
For the most part it seems reasonable but i will list couple improvments i think would benefit everyone:
- More Sanitising wipes + Signs to say wipe equipment after use (i noticed most customers dont do this and some machines looked a little grimey)
- At least one smith machine (there 2 free weight bench press and 2 squat racks. These are great but some exercises need more stability at higher weight; a smith machine provides this)
- Some elastic resistance bands (These are essential for warming up and activating muscles before lifting, minimising the chance of injury)
I try and use the gym 6 days a week and will continue to stay here! These are just some suggestions on potential future improvments
6 January 2026
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Oliver,
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
We’re pleased to hear you’re enjoying the gym overall and that it’s become part of your regular routine!
Regarding your suggestions, we're happy to pass this to the Team at the Dorking Sports Centre.
We're always happy to make changes where possible.
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Good facilities and helpful staff
13 December 2025
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Liam
Thank you for your review.
This is great to see, and thank you for choosing Better!
Kind Regards
Amir
The pool was well supervised by two…
The pool was well supervised by two team members, everything was clean and tidy, and I enjoyed my hot shower afterwards. Thank you.
2 December 2025
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hello Tim,
Thank you for your comments and feedback.
Kind Regards
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hello David,
Thank you very much for your comments and feedback.
Kind Regards
Poor management
18 September 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Dorking Sports Centre
Hi Rachel
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to see you feel this way, and we have passed your feedback on to the relevant team.
Kind Regards
Amir
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