General Swimming Information
Swimming Pool Programme
To view our current pool programme, please click here.
Amendments to Programme
Please note that our programme is correct at the time of publishing and that sessions are subject to change.
Please see our amendments listed below:
Please note that Finding Dory Sessions will run throughout the summer during at following times:
- Wednesdays – 5.30pm-6.30pm
- Sundays – 10am-11am
Private Hire – the pool will not be open to the public for the following sessions:
- Wednesday 17th and 24th August – 7.30pm-9pm
- Thursday 18th and 25th August – 7.30pm-9pm
- Tuesday 23rd and 30th August – 7.30pm-9pm
For further information please contact us.
Swimming Pool Admission Policy
Please read the Swimming Pool Admissions Policy if bringing children under eight years old swimming.
Access to the Pool
Please be aware of the following due to the nature of the centre layout:
- We are unable to allow access to pushchairs on poolside. Please contact reception for further information.
- We will provide overshoes for use if you wish to access the pool area without swimming.
A Guide to Safe Swimming
- Never swim when under the effects of alcohol or after a heavy meal.
- Avoid holding your breath and swimming long distances under water.
- Make sure you know the depth of the water and check where slopes lead into deeper water.
- No non-swimmers in the deep end.
- Fun-time with floats. Be especially careful if you have a medical condition such as epilepsy, asthma, diabetes or a heart condition and bring it to the attention of the lifeguard.
- Unruly behaviour in and around the pool is strictly forbidden. Running, ducking, bombing and acrobatics are not allowed. Shouting and screaming could distract attention in an emergency.
Leisure Pool
With lots of exciting features including a wave machine which brings the thrill of the ocean indoors and a river ride which sweeps you along at an exciting speed.
These features are activated about every 20 minutes (during fun sessions only).
The 70 metre flume is the longest in the region and is a surefire hit with children and adults.
There is a shallow beach area for little ones to play away from the main area; introducing them to the excitement of the pool at their own pace.
There are also geysers and bubbles for the younger ones and places for them to practice jumping in and to gain their confidence.
Take time out during the session to sit in the Jacuzzi pools and watch the rest of the fun.
In addition to daily fun sessions there are flat water public sessions for those who prefer a more traditional swim (Admission charges to flat water sessions are less than those of fun sessions).
Wave Rave
The place to be on a Friday night for 8 – 14 year olds. A special session for young teens where we dim the main lights add some serious sounds – and party…It’s a great place to be seen with your mates, make new friends or just hang out. Enjoy the flume, wave machine, river run – but can you dodge the geysers?
Ages: 8-14 yrs
When: Fridays 6pm – 9pm
(During holidays 7pm – 9pm)
Cost: £5.00
(Junior Breeze members get in for FREE!)
Only parents and guardians are allowed in to view this session – Sorry, not open to the general public.
Group Bookings
For parties of 10 or more enjoy a special admission price and guaranteed entry for adults and children to one of our Fun Sessions. You must book your party at least 24 hours in advance to receive the preferential rate. Session times may be restricted to 1 hour and 15 minutes during busy periods.
Please note: There is a non-returnable advance deposit of 50% for this service.
And for that extra special event, party or celebration, why not book the whole pool? Please contact Ships & Castles for details.
Swimming Lessons
Tempus Swim Academy
The Tempus Swim Academy incorpor
ates the STA International Learn to Swim Programme. This is a national syllabus for delivering aquatics and provides stages for children to progress and become competent, confident and safe in water. The Tempus Swim Academy teaches water safety and skills for life.
The Swim Academy blocks are in line with school terms Monday to Friday with Saturday lessons running in blocks of 10 weeks.
Classes consist of weekly half hour sessions. This enables us to place more emphasis on continual assessment. Swimmers will be placed in named groups ranging from Octopus to Sharks. Each child will be given a Success Tracker and will also have the opportunity to achieve awards as they progress through the Swim Academy.
Lessons do not run during school holidays however during school holidays we offer ‘Pop up lessons’. Pop up lessons are additional lessons that we add to our holiday programmes that introduce learners new skills in swimming such as Snorkelling, Synchronised swimming and Waterpolo and a continuation to work on their current Learn to Swim award. Pop up lessons are included free in our Breeze Learn to Swim package.
All of our instructors are qualified by the Swimming Teachers Association and attend regular CPD training in order to maintain quality teaching and ongoing development. All Teachers are also DBS checked prior to employment.
Octopus – Shark
The International Learn to Swim Programme aims to provide a complete progressive aquatic pathway for learners of all ages to progress from their first aquatic experiences through to becoming safe proficient swimmers. The scheme aims to build on knowledge and skill development at each level and reward achievement through a range of exciting awards and certificates.
Starfish (Parent and Baby)
An innovative series of six progressive awards designed to introduce babies to a water adventure where confidence and safety skills are introduced. No need to book, just turn up. This activity is included free with some of our membership packages.
STAnley
An exciting series of seven progressive awards designed to teach learners from 2 years basic swimming and water safety skills. Classes consist of blocks of 10 weekly sessions. For more information please contact reception.