To seek approval for the procurement of a group exercise solution to support Active North Yorkshire’s leisure and wellbeing services across 14 hubs. The solution will include:
• Site-based group exercise provision including licensing, instructor training, and ongoing content support for inhouse delivery at designated leisure locations.
• Virtual fitness provision including studio based virtual classes within leisure hubs and on demand digital fitness content for individuals to access remotely as part of an integrated virtual membership offer.
Approval is required to proceed with the procurement and implementation of both the site-based and virtual group exercise solutions.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Effect on communities;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 10/03/2026
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Decision due: 13 May 2026 by Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development
Contact: Ben Walker, Commercial Development Manager, Active Leisure NY Email: ben.walker@northyorks.gov.uk Email: Ben.Walker@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
An RFI exercise and supplier Discovery Day have been completed to assess market options and system capabilities. Internal consultation has taken place. Feedback from all consultation activity has informed the recommended approach.
Consultees
Councillor Simon Myers
Nic Harne (Corporate Director, Community Development)
Jo Ireland (Assistant Director, Culture and leisure)
Jenifer Norton (Assistant Director of Legal Operations)
Paul Foster (Assistant Director Resources)
Richard Mair (Corporate Strategy and performance lead)
Hannah Nutsey (Climate Change lead)