David Lloyd Derby 2026: Membership Cost, Facilities & Pools
Thinking of joining David Lloyd Derby? Here’s the full picture — the two pools, tennis, spa and classes, what membership costs, and how it all works. It’s a premium family club at Pride Park, and this guide covers what you get for the money (and how private health cover fits alongside an active lifestyle).
Quick Answer
David Lloyd Derby (Riverside Road, Pride Park, DE24 8HY) is a premium family health club with a modern gym, two pools (heated indoor + outdoor), 12 tennis courts (LTA High Performance status) plus Padel and Pickleball, a spa (sauna, steam room, whirlpool), hundreds of classes including Blaze, an adults-only area, Clubroom, and a crèche with kids’ swim lessons.
Membership sits at the premium end — no single fixed price; it depends on membership type and offers. It’s best value if you’ll use the full range of facilities, especially as a family. Full facilities, cost guidance and how private cover fits an active lifestyle below.
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Facilities & Classes
David Lloyd Derby is a full family club, not a gym-only site — which is what puts it at the premium end. What’s on offer:
| Facility | Detail |
|---|---|
| Gym | Modern, well-equipped gym floor; cardio, free weights, strength |
| Swimming | Two pools — heated indoor + outdoor; lessons for adults & children |
| Tennis & racquets | 12 indoor/outdoor courts (LTA High Performance), Padel, Pickleball, badminton |
| Classes | Hundreds including Blaze (HIIT), yoga, Pilates, group cycling |
| Spa & extras | Sauna, steam room, whirlpool, spa garden, adults-only area, Clubroom, crèche |
It’s an early-morning-to-late-evening club on weekdays (roughly 6am–10:30pm) with shorter weekend hours — but always confirm current opening times, the class timetable and court/pool availability directly with the club. Being near Pride Park, it’s easily reached from central Derby and the A52/M1. The breadth of facilities means the value is highest if you’ll use the pools, courts, spa and classes, not just the gym.
The Pools & Spa
Swimming is a big draw here — David Lloyd Derby has two pools: a heated indoor pool for year-round swimming and an outdoor pool. Both are used for leisure, training and lessons. The club runs Swim England learn-to-swim lessons for children from as young as three months through structured stages, plus adult lessons and aqua classes — a genuine plus for families. Alongside the pools, the spa has a sauna, steam room and whirlpool, with a spa garden for relaxing. If swimming or spa use is your main reason for joining, check the pool and class timetable first, as availability varies with lessons and busy periods.
Membership Cost
David Lloyd doesn’t publish a single fixed price for Derby — cost depends on the membership type (individual, couple or family), off-peak vs full access, and any joining offers running at the time. As a premium club with two pools, tennis, a spa and extensive classes, it sits well above budget-gym pricing. The most reliable way to get an accurate figure is to request a quote or tour directly from the club, and to ask about off-peak options or a trial/day pass if you want to try the facilities first. For how David Lloyd pricing works nationally, see our David Lloyd membership cost guide.
Is It Worth It?
Honestly, it depends how you’ll use it. A premium club like Derby — two pools, tennis, spa, hundreds of classes, crèche — offers far more than a budget gym, so it’s excellent value if you’ll use the range, especially for families who value swimming lessons, tennis and childcare. If you only want a basic gym floor to lift weights, a budget chain is much cheaper. The clearest way to decide: think honestly about which facilities you’ll actually use each week, take a tour, and weigh the monthly cost against that. For active families, the breadth usually justifies the price; for solo weight-training, it may not. Whether health insurance is a smarter spend for your situation is weighed in our health insurance and gym membership guide.
Training, Injuries & NHS Waits
One practical angle regular gym-goers only think about after something goes wrong: a shoulder that flares on the bench, a knee that swells after a class, a back that seizes mid-session. On the NHS, getting a scan or a physio referral for that kind of injury can mean a long wait. This is where private health insurance earns its place alongside a gym membership — fast access to physiotherapy, diagnostics and specialists so a training injury doesn’t sideline you for months. Some insurers also include gym rewards or partner discounts, and whether sports injuries are covered is explained in our sports injury cover guide. If you’d rather self-pay for a one-off scan, our NHS waiting times guide shows the gap private access closes. Locally, there’s also Nuffield Health Derby Hospital and other private hospitals in Derby.
FAQs: David Lloyd Derby (2026)
Where is David Lloyd Derby and what are the facilities?
David Lloyd Derby is at Riverside Road, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8HY, a short distance from Pride Park Stadium. It’s a large family health club with a modern gym, two swimming pools (a heated indoor pool and an outdoor pool), and 12 indoor and outdoor tennis courts, holding LTA High Performance status, along with Padel, Pickleball and badminton. There’s a spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and spa garden, hundreds of exercise classes including the high-intensity Blaze sessions, an adults-only area, a Clubroom for food and drink, and a crèche with children’s classes and swimming lessons. Opening hours are typically Monday to Friday 6am to 10:30pm and weekends 7am to 9pm, but confirm current times with the club.
How much is David Lloyd Derby membership?
David Lloyd doesn’t publish a single fixed price for Derby, as membership cost depends on the membership type, whether you join on an individual, couple or family basis, off-peak or full access, and any current joining offers. As a premium family club with two pools, tennis, a spa and extensive classes, it sits at the higher end of the gym market, well above budget-gym pricing. The most reliable way to get an accurate figure is to request a quote or tour directly from the club, as promotions change through the year. It’s worth asking about off-peak options and any trial or day passes if you want to try the facilities before committing to a monthly membership.
Does David Lloyd Derby have a swimming pool?
Yes, David Lloyd Derby has two swimming pools: a heated indoor pool for year-round swimming and an outdoor pool. Both are used for leisure swimming, training and lessons. The club runs Swim England learn-to-swim lessons for children from as young as three months, through structured stages, as well as adult swimming lessons and various aqua classes. The pools sit alongside the spa facilities, which include a sauna, steam room and whirlpool. Pool availability can vary with lessons, aqua classes and busy periods, so if swimming is your main reason for joining, it’s worth checking the pool timetable directly with the club before you commit.
Is a David Lloyd membership worth it?
It depends on how you’ll use it. A premium club like David Lloyd Derby, with two pools, tennis, a spa, hundreds of classes and a crèche, offers far more than a budget gym, so it can be excellent value if you’ll use the range of facilities regularly, especially for families who value swimming lessons, tennis and childcare. If you only want a basic gym floor to lift weights, a budget chain will be considerably cheaper. The clearest way to decide is to think honestly about which facilities you’ll actually use each week, then take a tour and compare the monthly cost against that. For active families, the breadth of facilities often justifies the higher price.
Can health insurance help with gym costs or fitness injuries?
Health insurance doesn’t usually pay your gym membership directly, though some insurers offer wellbeing rewards or partner gym discounts as part of their plans, which vary by insurer. Where health insurance is genuinely useful for gym-goers is when a training injury needs fast attention: a shoulder, knee or back problem can mean a long NHS wait for a scan or physiotherapy, whereas private cover can get you assessed and treated quickly so you’re back to training sooner. If you exercise regularly, it’s worth knowing which insurers include musculoskeletal cover, physiotherapy and fast diagnostics. Comparing options helps you find cover that suits an active lifestyle rather than paying for benefits you won’t use.
Important Information
This 2026 guide is independent general information, not medical or financial advice — Going Private UK is not affiliated with David Lloyd. Club facilities, membership terms, opening hours and prices change; always confirm current details directly with the club before making decisions. Private health insurance covers new, acute conditions, never pre-existing conditions, and emergencies go to the NHS — call 999 in an emergency. If you compare private health insurance quotes through this site, we may receive a commission from our FCA-regulated partners at no cost to you; this does not influence our guides.
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