Looking to get fitter & be more active so looking at the options around where we live. Dropped into the Better Leisure Centre in Llanishen in Cardiff to have a look around. We were met by a very know... See more
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Hi - I had a parking charge notice when I shouldn't have (the second recently due to ipads for logging vehicle registrations not being available for a period in March). On both occasions these proble... See more
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I've recently joined the Better club as it has classes I enjoy at the times that suits me. Reception are always helpful and the app is easy to use. My only complaint is I have recently been cha... See more
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The app is awful, wasted a morning trying to book my daughter into swimming. Ended up going to the leisure centre where the staff we incredibly helpful and friendly. My daughter had been really enjoyi... 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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Ty Glas Avenue, CF14 5EB, Llanishen, United Kingdom
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Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Jim,
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We are so delighted to hear that you are enjoying Llanishen Leisure Centre.
We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and are happy that this has been reflected in the service you have received.
Warm Regards
Azaria
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi John,
Thank you for your great review!
We're so happy that you're enjoying our facilities, value for money and location.
It's also great to know that our team have been so friendly too.
We can't wait to see you again soon!
Kaisha
Lovely swimming pool
Lovely swimming pool. Good changing rooms and showers. Individual changing. Clean. Lovely staff. Good aquarobics classes.
23 September 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Lynne,
Thank you for your review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoy our swimming pool and that you found the changing rooms, showers, and individual changing facilities clean and well-maintained.
It's also wonderful to know that our staff have made such a positive impression and that you're enjoying the aquarobics classes.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Staff and instructors very pleasant and…
Staff and instructors very pleasant and friendly
Classes very good.choice for senior citizen's classes good
23 September 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Good morning,
Thank you for your review,
It's great to hear that you are enjoying your classes and our staff are contributing positively to your experience!
We look forward to welcoming you back soon,
Warm regards,
Ellis
I have been attending Llc for years
I have been attending Llc for years. I dont feel the management care about customers wishes, no matter how many surveys you complete, nothing changes. They cancel classes at the last minute, dont make effort to cover classes, so often you're booked on for hours. They cancel it and notify you 20 mins before. Bank holiday just gone is a prime example. Mark never covers bank hols, he informs customers openly. Yet the class was advertised until 4 30 pm approx, class starts 5.15 pm. I just atrended Alex's kettlebells trx class, he has no filter, and tried to show me how to do exercise properly, which I have no prob with. But he kept on and on at me towards end of the class, then apologised to the whole class for the time he had spent on me, trying to teach me! Then saying to me? how easy the exercise is. I was embarassed. He would not let me be, and in the end, I just shut his voice out, and ignored him, because his so called teaching technique was not working. I think I even told him to leave me alone. I wont be going to his classes again, his ego is too big. I've not had that experience with other instructors there before. He is unprofessional in my opinion.
4 September 2026
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Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon,
Thank you for your review!
We're deeply sorry to hear about your recent experiences and understand how frustrating it can be when classes are cancelled at short notice, particularly as you've raised that this is a frequent occurrence.
We appreciate your comments regarding class cover arrangements and communication, as the information you've received from the instructor may not match the information advertised online.
We're also saddened that you felt uncomfortable during the kettlebells TRX class, and we hate to hear that you left feeling embarrassed.
We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we'll be sharing your feedback with our wider team for further review.
Thank you again for raising this with us!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Could do with a refurb on gym equipment
I live in llanishen so the gym is quite handy being across thd Road from me however I do feel the equipment in the gym is rather old and dated and given the price of the membership being £45 pounds then I feel the gym needs to be looked at in certain aspects as you can get a membership at jd gyms for less and high quality professional equipment ,the pool area is great only the swim lanes is my only issue I feel they could be a bit bigger for all us members that like to swim ,the staff are great ,the facilities are kept very spotlessly clean my only issues are the lane for swimming and the outdated equipment and not enough of it
27 August 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Kerry,
Thank you for your review!
We're pleased to hear that you find the centre convenient, appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, enjoy the pool area, and have had positive experiences with our staff.
We understand your concerns regarding the age and quantity of some of the gym equipment, as well as the swimming lane sizes.
We appreciate you sharing these comments, and we're more than happy to raise this with the wider team for further review.
We'd also like to highlight that your membership provides access to our gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, and available sauna and steam facilities across all Cardiff centres.
Thank you again for your feedback!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Good instructor
18 August 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Elhadi
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to see that the instructors at the Llanishen Leisure Centre are providing a good service, and we will be sure to pass your feedback on!
Kind Regards
Amir
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi
Thank you for your review.
We are very happy to see that your induction went well and that the instructor provided clear information.
We hope you can use the information you have learnt in your daily workouts!
Kind Regards
Amir
good leisure centre although some…
good leisure centre although some equipment needs updating
12 August 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Christopher
Thank you for your review.
It is great to know that you are enjoying the facilities at Llanishen Leisure Centre, and we appreciate your feedback about the gym equipment!
Kind Regards
Amir
Brilliant classes and welcoming atmosphere!
Great facilities and a very welcoming environment. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The booking app makes it really easy to plan workouts. Fantastic instructors and brilliant sessions! I really enjoy the classes. Thanks.
14 July 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Faisal,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoy our great facilities, welcoming environment, and wide range of classes.
It's fantastic to know that our friendly and helpful staff, fantastic instructors, and easy-to-use booking app have helped make your experience such a positive one.
We truly appreciate your support, and can't wait to welcome you back again!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Mrs OG
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that you found the staff at Llanishen Leisure Centre friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
We will be sure to share your comments with the team, and we hope to see you again soon!
Kind Regards
Amir
Emma the teacher is amazing in
Emma the teacher is amazing in. She is so motivating and makes things when asked so easy.
10 June 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Aliza
Thank you for your review.
We are very pleased to hear that Emma has made such a positive impact, and her motivation and support really make a difference.
We will be sure to pass on your kind words, and we hope to see you again soon!
Kind Regards
Amir
Amazing facilities and services for the…
Amazing facilities and services for the community. Children have been attending swimming lessons of high standards at very reasonably cost with a wide range of available times.
29 April 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Maribel,
Thanks so much for sharing this, it’s really nice to hear how well things are working for your family.
We’re especially glad the swimming lessons have been a positive experience for your children!
We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
See you again soon,
Best regards,
Azaria
It has all the fasciitis and a variety…
It has all the fasciitis and a variety of classes to suit all tastes. Staff helpful and friendly which makes the centre easy to use.
13 April 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Haidee,
Thank you for your kind feedback!
We’re pleased to hear you’re enjoying the range of facilities and classes, and that our staff have helped make your visits easy and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Warm regards,
Azaria
Booking
It was easy to book a place on a Gym Induction course on a day and time suitable for myself.
22 April 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Richard,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We're thrilled that your Gym Induction was easy to book at a time that was suitable for you.
We hope to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Lyn
Thank you for your review.
It is great to see that the staff at Llanishen Leisure Centre are creating a wonderful atmosphere at the centre, and we hope you continue to enjoy your experience with us!
Kind Regards
Amir
Fast and effective help
Hi - I had a parking charge notice when I shouldn't have (the second recently due to ipads for logging vehicle registrations not being available for a period in March).
On both occasions these problems were dealt with very quickly by the staff and management who contacted Gemini and had the charge cancelled. Many thanks Sam and Siobhan.
20 April 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Carl,
Thanks for your feedback.
We’re really sorry for the inconvenience you experienced with the parking charge notices, especially during the period when the iPads weren’t available.
It’s great to hear that Sam and Siobhan were able to resolve things quickly for you and get the charges cancelled. We’ll make sure your thanks are passed on to them.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share this, and we hope your future visits are much smoother.
Warm regards,
Azaria
Great service to everyone and will…
Great service to everyone and will recommend . found Emma very good in the classes that she takes.thank you
9 April 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Kieron,
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We are so delighted to hear that you are enjoying Llanishen Leisure Centre.
We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and are happy that this has been reflected in the service you have received.
Warm Regards
Hazal
A brief introduction
Would be nice to have more of an introduction when first coming in for swimming lessons. Didn't know what class to join.
14 March 2026
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon,
Thank you for your review!
We're sorry to hear that your recent visit to our Llanishen Leisure Centre didn't meet your expectations, especially as this was your first swimming lesson with us.
We're more than happy to raise your feedback on this with the wider team for further review.
Thank you again for raising this with us!
Warm Regards,
Kaisha
Reply from Better - Llanishen Leisure Centre
Hi Rob,
Thanks for your lovely review.
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the facilities at Llanishen Leisure Centre!
Warm Regards
Azaria
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