Bee Active Concessionary Scheme

Concessionary pass

The Bee Active Concessionary Scheme offers two flexible options designed to suit your lifestyle and fitness needs.

Both options ensure that fitness is accessible and affordable, whether you’re testing the waters or diving into a full fitness journey.

The Bee Active Scheme is inclusive and designed to support various groups in the Oldham community. Check your eligibility

How to join Bee Active

Using your Bee Active pass

Option 1: Pay and Play Discounts

Perfect for those who enjoy the flexibility of paying only when they use the facilities.

Whether it’s a casual swim, a one-off fitness class, or a spontaneous gym session, you’ll benefit from a discount on every activity.

*price per session/class with a registered Bee Active pass.

Option 2: Health and Fitness Membership Discounts

For those committed to a regular fitness routine, our discounted memberships are available on a monthly or yearly basis.

This is an excellent choice for anyone looking to incorporate consistent physical activity into their lifestyle while enjoying maximum value.

How to join Bee Active

Step 01

For Pay and Play, you can register for a free Bee Active pass at your nearest centre.

Bee Active monthly memberships are available for purchase online – View memberships

Step 02

On your first visit, please bring your proof of eligibility (what should I bring?)

Step 03

Once your proof of eligibility has been confirmed, you can collect your Bee Active Fob

Step 04

Start enjoying discounted access to fitness and well-being activities!

Check your eligibility

The Bee Active Scheme is inclusive and designed to support various groups in the Oldham community. To qualify for the Bee Active Concessions membership, you need to meet at least one of the following conditions:

People aged 65 or over
Armed Forces Veterans
Registered disabled individuals
People under 19 years of age
Full-time students
Registered carers

Or be registered as or in receipt of the following:

Individuals with a current NHS Exemption Certificate
Individuals receiving Universal Credit
Individuals receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
Individuals receiving Incapacity Benefit
Individuals receiving Housing Benefit
Individuals receiving Employment Support Allowance (ESA)
Individuals receiving Job Seeker’s Allowance (JSA)
People receiving Council Tax Benefit (Note: Single occupancy reductions do not apply)
Holders of a valid Asylum Registration Card

How to prove your eligibility

When visiting your nearest centre, please provide the required documents listed below to verify your eligibility.

Band 1 (Does not expire)

Categories in band 1 do not require periodic checks.

Over 65 years of age: Driving licence or passport
Armed Forces Veteran: Proof of service (e.g., Veteran’s ID card)
Registered Disabled: Disability documentation (e.g., Blue Badge or DLA/PIP letter)

Band 2 (Requires Annual Verification)

Categories in band 2 requires annual verification to maintain your eligibility.

Under 19 years of age: Passport or birth certificate
In full-time education: Student ID card with photo or enrolment letter
Holds a current Asylum Registration Card: Asylum registration card
GP Referral (12-week pay-and-play): Referral letter from the Oldham Active GP Referral Team
Registered Carer: Carer’s ID card or official documentation
In receipt of any of the following;
- current NHS Exemption Certificate: NHS certificate
- Universal Credit: Most recent award notice
- Personal Independence Payments (PIP): Most recent PIP award letter
- Incapacity Benefit: Recent benefit letter
- Housing Benefit: Most recent benefit letter
Receiving any of the following;
- Employment Support Allowance (ESA): Recent ESA letter
- Job Seeker’s Allowance (JSA): Recent JSA letter
- Council Tax Benefit: Most recent council tax benefit letter (note: single occupancy reductions do not apply)