Swimming sessions at QE Leisure Centre

Aquafit

Aquafit is an excellent all over workout that uses the resistance of water to reduce the stress on your joints. Find out more on our exercise classes page.

Disability swimming

A general recreational swim session specifically for those swimmers with a disability. A disabled hoist or easy access steps are available at these sessions.

General swimming

A swim session open to any swimmers for recreational use. In addition, one lane will be provided for those swimmers wishing to swim lengths.

Lane swimming

These sessions are for swimmers that wish to swim continuous lengths at their leisure. Three lanes will be provided; slow, medium and fast.

Parent and baby/toddler swimming

A gentle introduction for the parent and child in a relaxed and friendly environment for your first experiences in water.

Way of Life swimming

The Way of Life swim sessions are for people who have been referred by the GP and are on the scheme. The pool temperature is boosted for comfort. See our Active 4 Health page for more information on referrals.

Wet n Wild

Pool session with large inflatable in the pool. This session has a maximum age limit of 15 years.

8-15 Year Wet n Wild Session

• Sessions are restricted to children 8-15 years ONLY
• No adults are permitted
• All participants must be able to swim 25 meters competently
• All participants will be tested for their swimming ability
• Each session will be limited to 36 participants

Under 8s Wet n Wild Session

This is a session specifically for Under 8 year olds (minimum age 3 years). This will be quieter session for children normally unable to have a go on the inflatable to do so in a safe way accompanied in the pool by an adult. There will be floats, toys and balls in the water. This session will be limited to 20 persons. 
(Swimming and non-swimming children permitted, ONLY one adult per child. Swim aid are allowed).  

Swim Academy

Our Swim Academy provides lessons for all ability students from preschool and beginners to our elite junior swim fit sessions. Find out more on our swimming lessons page.

Swim Fit

Our swim fit sessions are an ideal way to improve technique, develop fitness and push on to your next level. Find out more on our swimming lessons page.