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• 5 Swimming Pools • Kids Sessions • Family Sessions • Lane Swimming • Fitness Classes • Specialist Sessions • Diving Boards • Learn to Swim Courses • Rookie Lifeguard Courses • Diving Lessons • School Holiday Lessons • Waterwalkerz • Birthday Parties • Private Hire • Disabled Access
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Welcome to swimming in Swindon We have five swimming pools at four different locations which offer an enormous variety of organised sessions, coached lessons, individual training and leisure swimming.
Lifeguards Our lifeguards are fully qualified and hold current National Pool Lifeguard Qualifications. Most also hold full First Aid at Work qualifications and are trained in the use of a defibrillator.
Children’s Water Safety Supervision Ratios Children must be supervised by a responsible adult 16+ years old as follows: Children under 4 years
Leisure Membership Swim more than once a week and save money with a Leisure Membership.
See back cover for details.
One adult : one child with or without armbands One adult : two children with armbands
Children 4 – 7 years One adult : two children with or without armbands
Children of mixed ages One under 4 and one 4 – 7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older child holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4 – 7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award.
Leisure Card Be Active & Save Money
Site Contacts Dorcan Recreation Complex
Leisure Card offers best value for money.
St. Paul’s Drive, Covingham, Swindon SN3 5DA Call: 01793 533763
Pick up an application form for further details.
Health Hydro Milton Road, Swindon SN1 5JA Call: 01793 465630
Link Centre Whitehill Way, Westlea, Swindon SN5 7DL Call: 01793 445566
The Rec The Elms, Highworth, Swindon SN6 7DD Call: 01793 762602
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Swimming Lessons / Sessions • Learning to swim could save your life! • Learn to swim in safe and fun lessons • Essential life skill which builds confidence • Encourages lifelong health and fitness • Badges awarded for progression • Qualified instructors
Parent & Baby
(2 months – 18 months) From an early age, babies will instinctively move arms and legs when immersed in water. These teacher led sessions will help develop water confidence in both yourself and your baby. Available at: The Rec
Parent & Toddler
(6 months – 4 years) (6 months – 3 years at Dorcan) (18 months – 4 years at The Rec) Tots gain water confidence and parents learn how to handle their children in water, with everyone enjoying the bonding experience. Available at: Dorcan, Hydro & The Rec. Hydro & Link also offer ‘pay as you go’ sessions with an instructor.
Pay for lessons by Direct Debit, spread the cost and secure your space.
Free casual swimming
for the lesson participant (Terms & conditions apply).
Rookie Lifeguard (8+ years)
Self rescue, rescue of others, response to emergencies and water safety are the main elements of this course. Available at: Link & The Rec
National Plan for Teaching Swimming Stages 1 - 10 Developed by the Amateur Swimming Association, this plan concentrates largely on developing water confidence and producing technically accurate swimmers. All lessons include a registration period.
Junior Stages 1 – 10 (4 – 15 years) (5 – 15 years at Link & The Rec) Children gain water confidence and develop movement skills Available at: all pools
Teenage Learn to Swim (11 – 16 years)
A beginners learn to swim programme designed exclusively for young people. Available at: Dorcan
Adult Learn to Swim (16+ years)
From beginners to experienced swimmers, build strength, confidence and improve technique. Available at: Dorcan, Hydro & The Rec Ask about reduced prices, a free water bottle and towel.
Private Lessons We offer a range of private lessons. All are for 30 minutes duration. Available at: Dorcan, Hydro & The Rec
Swim Sessions Clubs Casual Swim An open session where everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. A great session for all of the family! Available at: all pools
Lanes Improve your fitness in a controlled environment with no interruption. The pool is generally divided into slow, medium and fast lanes. For competent swimmers only. Available at: all pools
Family Swim Dedicated family sessions, ideal for the younger swimmer. Available at: Hydro & The Rec
For details of the clubs that meet at our pools, see site swim pages.
Masters These informal sessions are aimed at more mature swimmers. Swim at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. Available at: all pools
Toddler Splash Playing in water is a great way to build your child’s confidence. We provide casual swim sessions where babies and pre-school children accompanied by their parent/guardian can play and have fun in the water in a safe, unthreatening environment. Available at: all pools
Diving Diving Boards Wet ‘n’ Wild These fun filled sessions are designed for children. They include use of floats and play equipment. Try The Rec’s WaterWalkerz, massive spheres filled with air that you can climb in and ‘walk on water’. For 8+ years only. Available at: all pools
Adult Swim Clinic
The Rec has the only 3 metre diving board in the area and there’s also a 1 metre springboard. Available at: The Rec
Flip N Fun Diving Course (6+ years)
This course offers children and young people the chance to experience something new and challenging. The aim is to have fun! Available at: The Rec
An opportunity for you to swim under the watchful eye of a qualified A.S.A. swimming instructor who will help you improve your technique.
Swimfit
For all abilities and levels from non-swimmers to intermediate and fitness swimmers.
Swim your way to fitness with a pool workout programme. Available on poolside or online.
Available at: Hydro
Available at: Link & The Rec
Fitness Classes (suitable for ages 14+ years)
Aquafit A water-based approach to fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and nonswimmers alike.
Aqua Zumba Known as the Zumba pool party, this class gives new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. A safe, challenging workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning and exhilarating beyond belief. Taught by a fully qualified instructor
Class Times: Wed Thurs
2.00pm – 2.45pm 8.00pm – 9.00pm
Link Dorcan
Swimfit Swim your way to fitness with a pool workout programme. Available on poolside and online.
Class Times: Tues Fri Sun
8.30pm – 9.30pm 6.30pm – 7.30pm 8.00am – 9.00am
Link The Rec Link
The buoyancy of water places minimal strain on joints, improving your fitness level by working against the resistance of the water. Taught by a fully qualified instructor.
Class Times: Mon 10.30am – 11.15am The Rec Mon 11.15am – 12.00pm Link* Mon 12.30pm – 1.15pm Hydro Mon 1.45pm – 2.30pm The Rec (Waterworks – term time) Tues 11.15am – 12.00pm The Rec Wed 7.00pm – 7.45pm The Rec Thurs 12.30pm – 1.15pm Hydro Fri 11.15am – 12.30pm The Rec *crèche available
Aquanatal
Providing numerous benefits during pregnancy and following birth, the buoyancy of the water facilitates non weight bearing exercises in a safe environment.
Class Times: Thurs
9.30am – 10.30am
Hydro
Pool Parties Celebrate in style with one of our party packages!
All parties include swimming for 60 minutes and fully qualified lifeguards. Parental supervision is required. Contact centres for capacity details. Link Centre – includes party food (hot or cold) served in your own private area, plus a birthday card for the party child and party bags. Dorcan, Hydro & The Rec – includes a party tea room for the provision of your own party tea – 1 hour.
WaterWalkerz
Private Hire
Have fun in our massive spheres filled with air that you can climb in and ‘walk on water’.
Use of the pool is for your party and includes floats and fun equipment.
Minimum age 8 years old.
Available at: Dorcan, Hydro & The Rec
Available at: The Rec
Public Hire This party takes place during a normal public swimming session. Available at: all pools
Enjoy! 25m competition pool. Courses for parents & toddlers, juniors and Rookie Lifeguard. Fitness classes and sessions Inside the striking modern structure of the Link Centre is a state of the art pool, purpose built to meet the demands of today’s swimmers. Our 25m deck level pool caters for a wide range of local swimmers and clubs and hosts Wiltshire’s County Swimming Galas.
for toddlers, Masters (50+), ladies only, men only, families and leisure swimmers. Lane swimming. Wet ‘n’ Wild with music and floats. Poolside spectators gallery.
Learn to swim for fitness or join one of our fun sessions now! Then relax at Lavazza café and bar. You’ll find us in West Swindon
Lavazza café and bar. Free Parking.
Avera ge Tempe Water rature 28°C
Swimfit
Clubs at Link Swindon Borough Council works in close partnership with the following clubs. Contact them directly if you would like more information.
Swim your way to fitness with a pool workout programme. Programmes available on poolside and online. Tuesday 8.30pm 60 mins Sunday 8.00am 60 mins
Swindon ASC Contact: Sarah Bailey Tel: 07917 773823 Email: swindonascbailey@gmail.com Swindon Dolphin ASC Contact: Louise Clayton Tel: 07793 815126 Email: louise.clayton@swindondolphin.co.uk Swindon SAMS (Masters) Contact: Nick Wakelam Tel: 01793 535235 Swindon Triathlon Club Contact: Ali Hardie Email: enquiries@swindontriathlonclub.co.uk Tigersharks ASC Contact: Lesley Leffers Tel: 07707 470100 Email: info@tigersharks.co.uk Wroughton ASC Contact: Sandra Yeoman Tel: 01793 643760 Email: sandra.yeoman@btinternet.com
Lavazza Café & Bar Situated on the mall, Lavazza café and bar is open daily for light snacks and refreshments. We serve hot and cold meals as well as speciality hot and cold drinks. Opening Times: Mon – Fri Saturday Sunday
10.00am – 10.30pm 9.00am – 6.30pm 10.00am – 6.00pm
Club
Club
Club
Club
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Club
Club
7am
Mon
6am
Closed
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
8am
9am
Toddler Splash
Ladies Only Lanes
Aquafit
Men Only Lanes
1pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
12noon
Masters
11am
Junior Courses
School
School
School
School
School
10am
School Term Time Programme
Lanes
4pm
Staff Training
Lanes
3pm
Lanes
Closed
Aqua Zumba
Lanes
School
2pm
6pm
Lanes
Junior Courses
Lanes
Casual Swim
Junior Courses
7pm
Gala
Lanes
Club
Lanes
Club
Lanes
Lanes
Junior Courses
5pm
Casual Swim – everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. Lanes – improve your fitness in a controlled environment with no interruption. The pool is generally divided into slow, medium and fast lanes. For competent swimmers only. There are ladies only and men only sessions. Masters – informal sessions aimed at more mature swimmers. Swim at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. Toddler Splash – a great way to improve your child’s confidence. For babies and pre-school children accompanied by their parent/guardian. Wet ‘n’ Wild – fun filled sessions for children. With floats, play equipment and WaterWalkerz (as available). Swimfit – swim your way to fitness with an instructor led pool workout programme. Aquafit – fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers. The buoyancy of the water places minimal strain on joints, improving your fitness level by working against the resistance of the water. Aqua Zumba – the Zumba pool party! A safe, challenging workout in water.
Swimming Sessions
Link Swimming Pool Programme
Club
8pm
Club
Club
Club
Lanes
Swimfit
Club
9pm
10pm
Registered as a baby friendly pool in association with the Institute of Sport and Recreation Management, the Amateur Swimming Association and Huggies Little Swimmers.
Swimfit
Club
Club
Club
Club
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Club
9am
Swimfit
Closed
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
8am
11am
Lanes
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
10am
Lanes
Lanes
Men Only Lanes
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Lanes
Lanes
Toddler Splash
Masters
Lanes
1pm
Ladies Only Lanes
Aquafit
12noon
Wet ‘n’ Wild
3pm
4pm
Lanes
Lanes
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Staff Training
Wet ‘n’ Wild Aqua Zumba
Lanes
2pm
Lanes
6pm
Lanes
Junior Courses
Lanes
Casual Swim
Junior Courses
7pm
Club
Club
Gala
Lanes
Club
Lanes
Club
Lanes
Lanes
Junior Courses
5pm
Childrens water safety - Supervision ratios Children under 4 years - One adult: one child with or without armbands One adult: two children with armbands Children 4-7 years - One adult: two children with or without armbands Children of mixed ages - One under 4 and one 4-7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older childs holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4-7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award. An adult is 16+ years old. This applies to sessions and supervision. For more information contact reception.
Sun
Sat
Club
7am
Mon
6am
School Holiday Programme
Sun
Club
Club
Club
Lanes
Swimfit
Club
9pm
10pm
Armbands and floatation jackets must conform to BSI standard EN13138
Club
8pm
Enjoy! 33m and 18m pools Courses – junior and adult swim Housed in this fine Victorian listed building, its two separate pools are able to meet the needs of many groups of swimmers. The 33m conventional pool is purpose made for those wishing to swim lengths to build up fitness or to improve their competition skills. The 18m pool is perfect for those learning to swim and provides a comfortable swimming environment for those who enjoy warm water. You’ll find us in Swindon town centre
Summer holiday intensive lessons Fitness classes Sessions for toddlers, Masters (50+), ladies only, adults only, families and leisure swimmers Lane swimming Spectators gallery Avera ge W Tempeater rature
18m P ool 30°C
Avera ge W Tempeater rature
33m P ool 28°C
Adult Swim Clinic Clubs at Hydro Swindon Borough Council works in close partnership with the following clubs. Contact them directly if you would like more details. Swindon ASC Contact: Sarah Bailey Email: swindonascbailey@gmail.com Tigersharks ASC Contact: Lesley Leffers Email: learntoswim@tigersharks.co.uk Swindon Triathlon Club Contact: Ali Hardie Email: enquiries@swindontriathlonclub.co.uk Swindon Dolphin ASC Contact: Louise Clayton Email: louise.clayton@swindondolphin.co.uk Wroughton ASC Contact: Sandra Yeoman Email: sandra.yeoman@btinternet.com Swindon Dolphin Water Polo Contact: Louise Clayton Email: louise.clayton@swindondolphin.co.uk Thameswey Canoe Club Contact: Sian Smith Email: thamesweysecretary@gmail.com
An opportunity for you to swim under the watchful eye of a qualified Amateur Swimming Association instructor who will help you improve your technique. For all abilities and levels. Small Pool Sunday 8.30am – 9.30am (intermediate swimmers & stroke correction) Small Pool Wednesday 2.45pm – 3.30pm Thursday 8.30pm – 9.15pm Sunday 9.30am – 10.00am (non swimmers and beginners) Large Pool Sunday 10.00am – 11.30am (fitness swimming)
Lanes
Club
Sat
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
8am
Fri
Thurs
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
Junior Courses
School
School
School
School
School
10am
3 Lanes
9am
Large Pool Programme
Club
11am
1pm
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
12noon
3pm
Lanes
School
School
School
School
Staff Training
2pm
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
4pm
Tri Club
6pm
7pm
Club
8pm
Club
Club
Club
Club
9pm
10pm
Term Time
Available for Private Hire
Club
2 Lanes
Lanes
Club
2 Lanes
Club
2 Lanes
Junior Courses
Lanes
5pm
Casual Swim – everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. Family Swim – dedicated family sessions, ideal for the younger swimmer. Ladies Only – enjoy a relaxing swim in a female only environment. Includes children under 8 years old. Lanes – improve your fitness in a controlled environment with no interruption. For competent swimmers only. Wet ‘n’ Wild – fun filled sessions for children. They include the use of floats and play equipment. Toddler Splash – a great way to improve your child’s confidence. For babies and pre-school children accompanied by their parent/guardian. Aquafit – fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve your fitness level Aquanatal – this session provides numerous benefits during pregnancy and following birth. Swim Clinic – a swimming instructor will help to improve your technique. For all abilities.
Swimming Sessions
Health Hydro Swimming Pool Programme
Lanes
Toddler Splash
Adult Swim Clinic
School
School
School
School
Toddler Splash
2pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Adult Swim Clinic
3pm
6pm
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
5pm
Club
7pm
Club
Available for Private Hire and Birthday Parties
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
4pm
Available for Private Hire
Family Swim
Casual Swim
Ladies Aquafit Only
Casual Swim
Family Swim
Junior Courses
School
Aquanatal
Aquafit
1pm
Casual Swim
Masters
12noon
Lanes
Childrens water safety - Supervision ratios Children under 4 years - One adult: one child with or without armbands One adult: two children with armbands Children 4-7 years - One adult: two children with or without armbands Children of mixed ages - One under 4 and one 4-7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older childs holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4-7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award. An adult is 16+ years old. This applies to sessions and supervision. For more information contact reception.
Sun
Sat
Fri
Thurs
School
Wed
11am
School
10am
Tues
9am
School
8am
Swim Clinic
Mon
7am
Small Pool Programme
Sun
Club
Club
Adult Swim Clinic
Club
Club
9pm
10pm
Armbands and floatation jackets must conform to BSI standard EN13138
Club
8pm
Club
Sat
Fri
Thurs
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
Club
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
8am
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
10am
Junior Courses
3 Lanes
9am
Large Pool Programme 11am
Club
1pm
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
12noon
3pm
Lanes
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Staff Training
2pm
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
Lanes
4pm
Tri Club
6pm
7pm
Club
8pm
Club
Club
Club
Club
9pm
10pm
Holiday
Available for Private Hire
Club
2 Lanes
Lanes
Club
2 Lanes
Club
2 Lanes
Junior Courses
Lanes
5pm
Casual Swim – everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. Family Swim – dedicated family sessions, ideal for the younger swimmer. Ladies Only – enjoy a relaxing swim in a female only environment. Includes children under 8 years old. Lanes – improve your fitness in a controlled environment with no interruption. For competent swimmers only. Wet ‘n’ Wild – fun filled sessions for children. They include the use of floats and play equipment. Toddler Splash – a great way to improve your child’s confidence. For babies and pre-school children accompanied by their parent/guardian. Aquafit – fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve your fitness level. Swim Clinic – a swimming instructor will help to improve your technique. For all abilities.
Swimming Sessions
Health Hydro Swimming Pool Programme
Lanes
Closed
Closed
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Thurs
Fri
Adult Swim Clinic
1pm
Closed
Adult Swim Clinic
Family Swim
Closed
Family Swim
Wet ‘n’ Wild
‘n’ Casual Swim Closed Wet Wild Closed
Ladies Wet ‘n’ Closed Aquafit Closed Only Wild
Casual Swim
Closed
3pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild Closed
Toddler Splash
2pm
6pm
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
5pm
Club
7pm
Club
Available for Private Hire and Birthday Parties
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
4pm
Available for Private Hire
Casual Swim Closed
Masters Aquafit
12noon
Lanes
Childrens water safety - Supervision ratios Children under 4 years - One adult: one child with or without armbands One adult: two children with armbands Children 4-7 years - One adult: two children with or without armbands Children of mixed ages - One under 4 and one 4-7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older childs holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4-7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award. An adult is 16+ years old. This applies to sessions and supervision. For more information contact reception.
Sun
Junior Courses
Closed
Junior Courses
Wed
Sat
Closed
Junior Courses
11am
Tues
10am Closed
9am
Mon
8am
Swim Clinic
Junior Courses
7am
Small Pool Programme
Sun
Club
Club
Adult Swim Clinic
Club
Club
9pm
10pm
Armbands and floatation jackets must conform to BSI standard EN13138
Club
8pm
Club
Enjoy! 25m pool 3m diving board 1m springboard Courses – parent & baby/ toddler, junior, adult swim, Rookie lifeguard and Flip ‘n’ Fun diving
When the sun shines, The Rec is the place for exercise and relaxation. Both sides of the pool building retract, opening onto sun terraces making it the perfect spot for a relaxing family day out. When the weather cools, the 25m deck level pool is fully enclosed under a state of the art domed roof, providing a comfortable swimming environment.
School holiday intensive lessons Fitness classes
Sessions for toddlers, Masters (50+), ladies only, families and leisure swimmers Lane swimming Free parking
You’ll find us in Highworth, to the North East of Swindon
Avera ge W Tempeater rature
29°C
WaterWalkerz We have WaterWalkerz so look out for sessions where you can come along and have some fun. Book them for your party now. Ask at reception for details.
Clubs at The Rec Swindon Borough Council works in close partnership with the following clubs. Contact them directly if you would like more details. Highworth ASC Contact: Emily North Tel: 01793 766596 Swindon ASC Contact: Debbie Bray Tel: 01793 724571 Highworth Phoenix Diving Club Contact: Irene Aldridge Tel: 01793 764890
Diving Boards We have a 1m springboard as well as a 3m diving board. See pool programme for opening times.
Sat
Fri
Aquafit
11am
Family
12 noon
Lanes
Toddler Splash
Casual
3pm Staff Training or Maintenance
Wet ‘n’
Casual Swim Private
6pm
7pm
DB
Aquafit
Highworth ASC
9pm
Swimfit
Swindon Amateur
Private Hire
2 Lanes DB
Lanes
10pm
Private Hire
Private Hire
Lanes
Adult**
HPDC*
Highworth Amateur Swimming Club
Lanes
Casual Swim Cas. Swim
DB
Casual Swim
Lanes
8pm
Casual Swim Highworth Phoenix Twilight Diving Club Lanes DB
5pm
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
4pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild
School
School
School
Dis. Swim
WaterWorks
2pm
Casual Swim Private Hire DB DB
Lanes
Lanes
Ladies Only Lanes
Aquafit
Lanes
Lanes
1pm
Aquafit
Masters Lanes
Junior Courses
School
School
School
Thurs
Lanes
10am
Baby/Toddler Courses
9am
School
Lanes
8am
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
School Term Time Programme
Casual Swim - everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. Family Swim - dedicated family sessions, ideal for the younger swimmer. Lanes - improve your fitness with no interruption. For competent swimmers only. Toddler Splash - improve your child’s confidence. For pre-school children with an adult 16+. Wet ‘n’ Wild - fun filled sessions for children. With music, floats and 3 WaterWalkerz (as available). Dis. Swim - a session for users with disabilities. Swimfit - swim your way to fitness with an instructor led pool workout programme. Aquafit - fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve your fitness level. WaterWorks – Provides a new concept 45-minute aqua class to appeal to all shapes and sizes. N.B. - DB is Diving Boards, HPDC* is Highworth Pheonix Diving Club and Adult** is Adult Swimming Lessons.
Swimming Sessions
The Rec Swimming Pool Programme
Lanes
Swim
Swim
Hire DB
DB
Wild Swimming Club
11am
12 noon
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Casual Swim Private Hire DB DB
7pm
DB
Aquafit
Highworth ASC
Swimfit
DB
Swindon Amateur Swimming Club
Private Hire
2 Lanes
Casual Swim
Lanes
8pm
9pm
Lanes
10pm
Private Hire
Armbands and floatation jackets must conform to BSI standard EN13138
Private Hire
Lanes
Adult**
HPDC*
Highworth Amateur Swimming Club
Lanes
Casual Swim
Cas. Swim
DB
Childrens water safety - Supervision ratios Children under 4 years - One adult: one child with or without armbands One adult: two children with armbands Children 4-7 years - One adult: two children with or without armbands Children of mixed ages - One under 4 and one 4-7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older childs holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4-7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award. An adult is 16+ years old. This applies to sessions and supervision. For more information contact reception.
Casual Swim
Family Swim
Sun
Lanes
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Casual Swim Wet ‘n’ Wild DB
DB
Casual Swim
DB
6pm
Casual Swim Highworth Phoenix Twilight Diving Club Lanes DB
5pm
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Casual Swim
Casual Swim Private Hire DB DB
Lanes
Lanes
Toddler Splash
Aquafit
Lanes
Ladies Only Lanes
Junior Courses
DB Casual Swim DB
4pm Junior Courses
3pm
Casual Swim
2pm
Junior Courses
Private Hire
Lanes
Aquafit
Lanes
1pm
Sat
Fri
Private Hire
Private Hire
Thurs
Lanes
10am
Staff Training / Masters Aquafit Lanes Maintenance
9am
Private Hire
Lanes
8am
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
School Holiday Programme
Bank Holidays – follow the Sunday programme with Wet ‘n’ Wild 12pm – 1pm. Pool closes at 3pm
Sun
Enjoy! 20m traditional pool Courses – parent & toddler and junior swim
This 20m traditional pool lends itself to an exciting range of water based activities, so there’s something to suit every age and taste.
School holiday intensive courses and stroke technique Fitness classes
Sessions for Masters (50+), ladies only, adults only, families and leisure swimmers
Learn to swim with our friendly, qualified instructors. Swim for fitness or keep fit at one of our water based fitness classes.
Lane swimming
There are sessions for everyone, so come along and join in the fun!
Free parking
Spectators area Avera ge W Tempeater rature
30°C
You’ll find us in East Swindon
Teenage Learn to Swim (11 – 16 years) A beginners learn to swim programme designed exclusively for young people.
Clubs at Dorcan Swindon Borough Council works in close partnership with the following clubs.
Monday 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Private Hire
Contact them directly if you would like more details. Aquababies Contact: Laura Tel: 01249 661561 Email: info@aquababies-uk-wilts.co.uk Swindon Phoenix Triathlon Club Contact: Andy Gibbs Tel: 07788 184431 Swindon & District Canoe Club Contact: John Mead Tel: 01793 643614
Our pool is available to hire for your own use. Contact reception for further details.
Sat
Fri
Thurs
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
Adult Swim
Adult Swim
8am
11am
Parent & Toddler and Junior Courses & Adult Disability Swim
Adult Swim
School
Adult Swim
12noon
School
School
School
Aquababies
10am
Staff Training
9am
School Term Time Programme
Toddler Splash
School
2pm
Available for Parties
School
1pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Masters
3pm
5pm
Junior Courses
7pm
Casual Swim
Private Hire Private Hire
Adult Swim
Canoe Club
Private Hire
Private Hire – available for all
Adult Ladies Swim
Junior Tri Club
Casual Swim
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Lanes
10pm Private Hire
9pm
Aqua Zumba
8pm Teenage Adult Lessons Lessons
6pm
Junior Courses & Child Disability Swim
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Casual Swim
4pm
Casual Swim – everyone can come and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment. Adult Swim – a session for adults 16+ years old only. There are ladies only sessions. Lanes – improve your fitness with no interruption. For competent swimmers only. Masters – informal sessions aimed at more mature swimmers. Swim at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. Toddler Splash – improve your child’s confidence. For babies/pre-school children accompanied by an adult. Wet ‘n’ Wild – fun filled sessions for children. They include the use of floats and play equipment. Aqua Zumba – the Zumba pool party! A safe, challenging workout in water.
Swimming Sessions
Dorcan Swimming Pool Programme
Registered as a baby friendly pool in association with the Institute of Sport and Recreation Management, the Amateur Swimming Association and Huggies Little Swimmers.
Adult Swim
Adult Swim
8am
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
10am
Adult Swim
Staff Training
Casual Swim
Casual Swim
Casual Swim
Private Hire
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Private Hire
7pm
Casual Swim
Private Hire Private Hire
Adult Swim
Canoe Club
Private Hire
Armbands and floatation jackets must conform to BSI standard EN13138
Private Hire – available for all
Adult Ladies Swim
Junior Tri Club
Casual Swim
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Lanes
10pm Private Hire
9pm
Aqua Zumba
8pm
Teenage Adult Lessons Lessons
6pm
Junior Courses & Child Disability Swim Junior Courses Casual Swim
Junior Tri Club
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Casual Swim
Available for Parties
Masters
Toddler Splash
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
Junior Courses
5pm
Private Hire
4pm
Junior Tri Club
3pm
Casual Swim
2pm
Private Hire
1pm
Wet ‘n’ Wild
Casual Swim
Adult Swim
Private Hire
Private Hire
12noon
Parent & Toddler and Junior Courses & Adult Disability Swim
9am
Private Hire
Childrens water safety - Supervision ratios Children under 4 years - One adult: one child with or without armbands One adult: two children with armbands Children 4-7 years - One adult: two children with or without armbands Children of mixed ages - One under 4 and one 4-7 year old can swim with one adult if both are in armbands or the older childs holds the ISRM award. One under 4 and two 4-7 year olds can swim with one adult if all are in armbands or both older children hold the ISRM award. An adult is 16+ years old. This applies to sessions and supervision. For more information contact reception.
Sun
Sat
Fri
Thurs
Wed
Tues
Mon
7am
11am
Casual Swim
School Holiday Programme
Sun
Unlimited Swimming
from less than £1 per day! Unlimited use of... • 4 Gyms • 5 Swimming Pools • 120+ Fitness Classes • Ice Skating • Indoor Climbing Wall • Health Suite • Turkish Baths Includes a free Leisure Card Use at 7 venues across Swindon!
Terms and conditions apply
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This information about Swimming in Swindon is available at www.leisureinswindon.co.uk. It can be produced in a range of languages and formats (such as large print, Braille or other accessible formats) by contacting the Customer Services Department. Tel: 01793 445500 Fax: 01793 463982 E-mail: customerservices@swindon.gov.uk Information is correct at time of going to print. We reserve the right to change any information without notice. We recommend that you check with the centre or visit our website for up to date information.
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