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Swimming

Swimming

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We have two fantastic swimming pools where you can have fun: our Main Pool is 25 meters long and has a depth from 0.8 meters at the shallow end to 3 meters at the deep end, and our Learner Pool is 13 meters x 7 meters long with a 0.3 meters -0.7 meters depth.

In our swimming pools, you can swim for fitness or swim for fun, improve your technique, or take part in an aqua aerobics fitness class.

Copeland ASC also train at Copeland Pool and welcome new members.

Both children and adults can learn this life-saving skill, with the various Lessons we have on offer, for more information, please see below.

Children can also test themselves on our inflatable, swim competitively, have a birthday party in the pool; whatever you do - JUST - GET - WET!

 

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Swimming Lessons

Swimming is an important life skill, that’s why we offer a wide variety of swimming lessons for all ages and abilities, from 18 months old to adult lessons and more!

The Copeland Pool & fitness Centre provides:

  • Lesson plans designed by swimming experts in accordance with the ASA Learn to Swim Framework
  • Access to HomePortal - our online tool which allows you to track progress through the Learn to Swim Framework

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Swimming Sessions

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Swim for All

A general swim session for all ages and abilities for fun and fitness.

One competent adult swimmer may supervise up to 2 under 8’s or non swimmers under 16 at a time.

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Swim for Fitness

Lane swimming to suit all speeds to ensure you get the most out of your swim. Competent lane swimmers over 11 years old are allowed to book Swim for Fitness sessions. Swimmers aged 11-15 should be club standard swimmers. Visit our website to find out about lanes availability and session times.

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Family Swim

Available only during school half term holidays; this session is ideal for families wanting a fun swim around with other families.

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Aqua Splash Inflatable

The Copeland Pool and Fitness Centre has a large floating inflatable obstacle course, perfect for kids of 8+ years who are competent swimmers, to have fun and challenge themselves and their friends.

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Adult Swimming Lessons

Adult Swimming Lessons for learners and improvers.

Getting in for the first time or refreshing and improving your swimming skills, come and learn with our resident Swim Doctor.

 

 

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Adult Swimming Coaching

Adult Swimming Coaching are lessons aimed at adults that are able to swim 200m+ on front crawl and backstroke.

Training for an event, wanting to improve your technique and fitness, come and train with our resident Swim Doctor.

 

 

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Gym Workout

The Copeland Pool & Fitness Centre has a fitness gym, with lots of equipment.

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Fitness Classes

We have a wide range of fitness classes avaliable, so theres something for everyone!

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