Join us for a 4-hour careers event with Freedom Leisure Leaders and partners from other Gloucestershire based businesses & charities!

Wednesday 29 April 10:00am – 2:00pm at GL1 Leisure Centre

Why attend?

  • Learn about our multi-skilled workforce approach
  • Discover opportunities to train for multiple roles across our centres
  • Meet key leaders and find out how you can grow your career in leisure

No need to book, just bring your enthusiasm - your next career step could just be a conversation away!

Meet the leaders you can chat to



Nick Charlton – Area Manager

Over 10 years’ experience across a range of roles in the leisure industry.

Jade Adlam – General Manager (GL1 & Blackbridge)
Experienced leader across both private and public leisure sectors within Freedom Leisure.

Paula Watson – Healthy Communities Manager
Leads community programmes and works closely with Gloucester health partners. Strong background in group exercise and health programmes.

Mike Bellato – Area Fitness Manager
Oversees fitness provision across Gloucester and is a Les Mills Master Instructor delivering classes internationally.

Daisy Manuel – Area Aquatics Manager
Responsible for swimming lessons and pool programmes, with extensive experience in Swim England frameworks and water safety.

Sarah Dorkings – Tennis Development Manager
Level 4 coach and key figure in Gloucestershire tennis, managing coaching programmes and tournaments.