Children’s School Holiday Activities
The Purbeck Sports Centre offers a range of activities for children and young people every school holiday. We aim to deliver a diverse mix of activities to appeal to children of all ages. All of the activities available are for mixed ability, so children needn't worry if they are a total beginner.
Holiday activities need to be booked in advance. Payment will be taken at the time of booking. Kids Tennis and Football fun need to be booked directly with the clubs. Details of how to book those activities are available below in the activities listing.
In the unfortunate event that we have to cancel an activity that your children are booked onto, we will contact you directly to arrange a refund.
Activities this Summer break
From Monday 20 July to Sunday 30 August 2026.
Intensive Swimming Lessons
Dates:
- Monday 27 July to Thursday 30 July
- Monday 10 August to Thursday 13 August
- Monday 24 August to Thursday 27 August
Times:
- 8:45am to 9:15am - Early Steps 1
- 9:15am to 9:45am - Early Steps 1
- 8:45am to 9:15am - Early Steps 2 (must be able to swim 15m unaided front and back)
- 9:15am to 9:45am - Early Steps 3 (must be able to swim 25m unaided front and back)
Price: £28.80 per person
Ages: Suitable for ages 3yrs +
Stroke Technique Workshops
Dates:
- Monday 27 July to Wednesday 29 July
- Monday 10 August to Wednesday 12 August
- Monday 24 August to Wednesday 26 August
Time: 8:45am to 9:30am
Master all 4 strokes in one workshop! Improve your technique in front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke & butterfly. Join our 3 day workshop and refine techniques and build confidence. Swimmers must be able to swim 25m competently to take part.
£32.40 per person.
Private Swimming Lessons
Dates: Monday 17 August to Thursday 20 August
Times: 8:45am to 9:15am or 9:15am to 9:45am
Ideal for those wanting to build confidence, refine stroke technique or water skills.
Price:
- 1:1 30 minute session £21
- 1:2 30 minute session £23
Pool Inflatable Swim Sessions
Dates and times:
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30pm to 2:30pm
- Saturdays 2:45pm to 3:45pm
BRAND NEW inflatable for summer 2026! Jump, climb and slide your way to the end of the 15m floating whirligig obstacle course.
Price: £5.50 per person
Diving and Turns Workshops
Date: Monday 3 August and Tuesday 4 August
Time: 9am to 9:45am
Turn quicker. Dive stronger. Swim faster. Join our Diving and Turns Workshop and elevate your ability to the next level. Swimmers must be able to swim 25m competently to take part.
Price: £21.60 per person
Waterpolo
Date: Thursday 6 August
Time: 9am to 10am
Ready to try something new in the pool? Learn the basics of water polo while experiencing the action. Swimmers must be able to swim 25m competently to take part.
Price: £14.40 per person
Parent and Baby Swimming Lessons
Dates: Wednesdays 5, 12, 19 and 26 August
Time: 10:15am to 10:45am
Join our Parent & Baby Swimming Lessons and build water confidence from an early age. Gentle, fun sessions designed to strengthen your bond while helping your baby learn essential water skills in a safe, warm environment.
Ages: 0 to 36 months.
Price: £20.40
Junior HIIT
Dates: Wednesdays 22, 29 July and 5, 12, 19, 26 August
Time: 9:15am to 10am
Price: £5.60 per person
Ages: 12 to 15 years
Junior Functional Training
Date: Mondays and Thursdays, 20 and 23 July, 3, 6, 13 August
Time: 4:30pm to 5:15pm
Price: £5.60 per person
Ages: 12 to 15 years
Nerf Gun Fun
Dates and times:
- Thursday 23 July - 11:45am to 12:45pm
- Tuesday 28 July - 1:45pm to 2:45pm
- Thursday 6 August - 11:45am to 12:45pm
- Thursday 13 August - 1:45pm to 2:45pm
- Tuesday 18 August - 10:45am to 11:45am
- Friday 28 August - 11:45am to 12:45pm
Price: £8.80 per person
Ages: 7 to 12 years
Laser Tag
Dates and times:
- Thursday 23 July - 10:30am to 11:30am
- Tuesday 28 July - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
- Thursday 6 August - 10:30am to 11:30am
- Thursday 13 August - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
- Tuesday 18 August - 9:30am to 10:30am
- Friday 28 August - 10:30am to 11:30am
Price: £8.80 per person
Ages: 7 to 12 years
Archery
Date: Friday 21 August
Time: 10:30am to midday and 1:30pm to 3pm
Price: £14.55 per person
Ages: 8+ years including adults
Book directly with Will - [email protected]
Bouncy Castle Fun
Dates: Wednesdays 22 and 29 July and 5, 12, 19 and 26 August
Times:
- 9:30am to 10:30am - 3 to 7 years
- 10:45am to 11:45am - 8 to 12 years
Price: £4.59 per person
Activezone Multi-Sports
Dates and times:
- Tuesday 28 July - 9:30am to12:30pm
- Friday 7 August - 9:30am to12:30pm
- Wednesday 12 August - 1pm to 4pm
- Tuesday 18 August - 1pm to 4pm
- Thursday 27 August - 1pm to 4pm
Price: £15 per person
Ages: 7 to 12 years
Tennis
Dates and times:
- Thursday 23 July - 9:30am to 12:30pm
- Wednesday 29 July - 2pm to 5pm
- Wednesday 5 August - 2pm to 5pm
- Tuesday 11 August - 9:30am to12:30pm
Price: £17.50 per person
Ages: 4 to 14 years
Book directly with Neil: [email protected]
Football Fun Day
Dates:
- Thursday 30 July
- Tuesday 4 August
- Thursday 6 August
- Tuesday 11 August
- Thursday 20 August
- Tuesday 25 August
- Thursday 27 August
Time: 9am to 3pm
Price: £25 per person
Ages: 6 to 16 years
Book directly with Aaron: 07875 108666
Coach Tarbs
Dates:
- Friday 14 August
- Wednesday 19 August
- Friday 21 August
- Wednesday 26 August
Time: 9am to 3pm
Price: £30 per person
Ages: 6 to 13 years
Book directly with Coach Tarbs: [email protected]
Pickleball
Dates: Tuesdays 4, 11, 18 and 25 August
Time: 4pm to 5pm
Price: £8.80 per person
Ages: 7 to 12 years