Play All Summer at Club HQ, Harlequin Watford

Get moving this August at Club HQ, Harlequin's pop-up activity court in Charter Place, running 1–31 August.

At the heart of Club HQ is our custom-built compact padel court, which transforms throughout the week to host fitness classes, kids' activities, basketball, wellness sessions and more.

Open 7 days a week during centre opening hours, Club HQ offers a packed programme of activities for all ages and abilities. Plus, every participant gets access to our Spin to Win game, with the chance to win retailer rewards, prizes and exclusive Club HQ merchandise.

Got a question? Read our FAQs for everything you need to know before you book.

You can book a padel session or join one of our weekly events below.

Weekly Highlights

Monday | Motivation Mondays

Start the week strong with Sandra's Over 50s Fit & Fab classes, then get moving with a fun, energetic workout in the lunchtime Harlequin Hustle session.

Tuesday | Little Ones Dance

Fun dance sessions for toddlers and children with Dance ARC and Dawn Aikman.

Wednesday | Harlequin Hoops

Start the day with Teddy Padel sessions, introducing younger children to padel through fun, engaging activities.

Later, enjoy Harlequin Hoops, with lower basketball hoops available before switching to full-height hoops later in the afternoon. These are drop-in sessions, so simply turn up and join in.

End the day with Watford FC – Man ON! at Club HQ.

Thursday | Wellness Thursdays

Unwind with Amy Phillips and Lily Guy at our 6:30pm Pilates class in a calm and relaxing space. Afterwards, enjoy late-night shopping as Harlequin Watford stays open until 8pm.

Friday | Feel Good Fridays

Learn amazing freestyle football skills in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop, followed by evening Latin Beats dance sessions with Zara Bedra to kickstart your weekend.

Saturday | Intro to Padel with Encourt

Curious about padel? Encourt's 30-minute Intro to Padel sessions are the perfect way to get started.

Designed for complete beginners, you'll learn the basics of the game, including rules, scoring and simple techniques, before putting your new skills to the test in a fun, friendly mini-match.

Encourt is one of the UK's leading indoor padel and wellness clubs, with locations in St Albans and Radlett.

Sunday | Yoga & Wellness

Start your Sunday feeling refreshed with a morning yoga and wellness session from Yoganastics and Fiona Young.

Special Events

Friday 14 August | Premier League Kicks Football Festival

A celebration event bringing together young people from Hertfordshire and Harrow taking part in Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust's Premier League Kicks programme.

Activities include:

• 3v3 football tournament
• Penalty shoot-outs
• Trophy presentation
• Football freestyle demonstrations

Saturday 29 August | JD Gyms Takeover

Get a taste of what's to come before JD Gyms arrives in Harlequin Watford in 2026.

Join the team for exclusive JD Burn workout sessions throughout the day, plus giveaways and nutrition samples from Applied Nutrition. A great opportunity to experience the energy behind one of the UK's fastest-growing gym brands.

Monday 31 August | Flip Out Roller Disco

Lace up your skates and hit the floor for an afternoon of roller-skating fun as Flip Out brings a roller disco takeover to Club HQ.

And That's Not All...

Strike a pose at our fully branded Club HQ Photobooth! Capture fun memories with friends and family, then take home a printed photo and instant digital copy to remember your visit all summer long.

Exclusive to Club HQ participants is our Spin to Win game – play for a chance to win retailer rewards and prizes, along with official Club HQ merchandise.

How to Take Part

Book your place online through the Club HQ booking system.

A £3 booking fee applies to selected sessions, with all proceeds (excluding platform fees) donated to Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust.

We'll send you a reminder before your session, so you won't miss a thing.

Book now and make Club HQ your summer destination for sport, fitness, wellness and family fun.