Leisure trust Greenwich Leisure (GLL) has unveiled a new community facility in Plumstead, London, designed to offer local residents access to a range of arts and sports activities.

Among the activities provided by the Warehouse Sports and Performing Arts Centre are Royal Academy of Dance ballet classes, drama improvisation for pre-school children, musical instrument tuition and classes in musical theatre. Football, gymnastics, martial arts and badminton will also be included as part of the new centre's provision, which is located at Greenwich Council's former Plumstead Leisure Centre and incorporates classes and groups formerly held at the Woolwich Tramshed.

Centre manager Ali Steele said: "We have given the centre a face-lift with new reception floor, new dance flooring, mirrors, a new colour scheme and a new logo. "At the Tramshed we had a 100 per cent pass rate for Royal Academy of Dance ballet classes up to Grade 7, and we are ready to continue on the good work already achieved."

The centre will offer qualified teachers in performing arts, such as jazz musicians, actors, dancers and directors.