Class descriptions

H2O groups swimming sessions under 5 headings

Lane swimming

Who is this session for?

• Everyone is welcome
• Those that wish to use training equipment
• Children under the age of 8 are permitted as long as accompanied by an adult, in the ratio 2:1 and 1:1 under the age of 4 years of age.
• Certain Lane Swimming sessions may be specifically for use by Adults Only.

Early Morning Swim

A general swim session suitable for all.  The use of training aids and floats is permitted and lanes are available (where applicable).

Who is this session for?

• Predominantly for those wishing to use swimming for exercise purposes.
• Those that wish to use training equipment
• Children under the age of 8 are permitted as long as accompanied by an adult in the ratio 2:1, or 1:1 under the age of 4.

Lunchtime Swim

A session predominantly for lane swimming (where applicable). Suitable for those looking to use swimming as a form of exercise.

Who is this session for?

• Everyone is welcome
• Children under the age of 8 are permitted as long as accompanied by an adult, in the ratio 2:1 and 1:1 under the age of 4 years of age.
• Certain Lunchtime Swim sessions may be specifically for use by Adults Only.

Aqua Tone

A gentle aerobics class to music in the water; led by a specialist instructor

Who is this session for?

• All those over the age of 14
• Those looking to partake in gentle exercise
• Those looking for a friendly and sociable way to exercise

Over 50s Aqua Tone

A gentle aerobics class to music in the water; specifically designed for older people and led by a specialist instructor

Who is this session for?

• Older people
• Those looking to partake in gentle exercise
• Those looking for a friendly and sociable way to exercise

Family Swim

A general swim session exclusively for the use of Families

Who is this session for?

• Children of all ages accompanied by a parent/guardian in the ratio 2:1 if under 8 years or 1:1 under the age of 4.  (‘Children' for the purpose of this session are defined as anyone under the age of 16 years).
• Parents/guardians may be able to accompany more than one child under 4, dependent upon the Swimming Pool.
• No individual adults will be permitted to these sessions unless accompanied by child(ren).  All those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Parent and Toddler Swim

Calm, controlled and safe pool session offered in teaching pool; specifically designed for pre-school children.

Who is this session for?

• Children aged between 0 and 4 years of age.  All children admitted to these sessions must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 16 years.
• No individual adults will be permitted to these sessions unless accompanied by child(ren) aged between 0 and 4 years of age.

Fun Session/Pool Disco

Party sessions are perfect for children and teenagers.  These fun sessions offer a lively, energetic and exciting atmosphere - the perfect pool party!

Fun Session

An energetic and exciting pool session. Floats, inflatables and toys will all be present in the pool.  These sessions are specifically designed for those aged 8-16.

Who is this session for?

• Children aged 8-16 years of age
• Children under the age of 8 are welcome as long as accompanied by an adult in the ratio 2:1 or 1:1 under the age of 4 years.
• Families
• No individual adults will be admitted into these sessions.

General Swim

Swim session suitable for all, as lengths and widths are able to be swum.  1 lane may be available at certain times during these sessions (where applicable).

Who is this session for?

• Ideal for Families
• Children under the age of 8 are welcomed into these sessions as long as accompanied by an adult in the ratio 2:1, or 1:1 under the age of 4.

Over 50s Swim

Calm, casual swim session specifically designed for older people.  Both lengths and widths will be able to be swum and 1 lane may be available at certain times during these sessions (where applicable).

Who is this session for?
-Ideal for those over the age of 50 years.
-Those looking to partake in gentle exercise
-Those looking for a friendly and sociable way to exercise

Adult Only Swim

Swimming session specifically for adults only i.e. those over the age of 16 years.  Lengths and widths are able to be swum and lanes will be made available (where applicable).  The use of training aids and floats is permitted.

Who is this session for?
-All those over the age of 16
-Those looking to use swimming for exercise purposes
-Those that wish to use training equipment

Women's Leisure Swim

Casual swim session exclusively for use by women.  Lengths and widths are able to be swum.  Female lifeguards and total exclusion from the opposite sex cannot be guaranteed, but efforts are made to accommodate cultural and religious needs.

Who is this session for?
-All women

Aqua Natal

Calm, gentle exercise session specifically designed for new and expectant mothers/parents.  Offered in conjunction with trained midwives, these sessions help to tone through exercise.

Who is this session for?
-New and expectant mums/parents