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Swimming & Swim Lessons

Swimming’s a great way to have fun and get healthy, whatever your age or level of ability. At Crystal Palace National Sports Centre we have four swimming pools including a learner pool for little ones and families. Swimming is great activity whatever your age. Whether you want to improve your technique, get fit, meet new friends, compete or have fun, you're sure to find a pool session that you'll love. All Swimming Classes can be seen on our weekly programme.

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Swim For Fitness

If you’re looking for a low-impact way to get fit and healthy, swimming could be the perfect choice. Our Swim for Fitness sessions take place in slow, medium and fast lanes, so you can take things at your own pace.

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Swim For All

No matter your fitness ability, our Swim for All sessions are perfect if you're looking to build your confidence, work on your strokes, float away any stress, or just simple want to enjoy a more casual swim with your family and friends. 

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Swimming Lessons

Swimming is a vital life skill and it is accessible for everyone in their local pool. That's why Better offers swimming lessons for all ages and abilities, at affordable prices.

We are the largest provider of swimming lessons in the UK. Across the country, we help over 135,000 people learn to love the water and keep active, by becoming capable and confident swimmers.

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Adult swimming lessons

Swim Doctor instructors lead Better’s adult swimming programme for all your swimming needs. Whether you want to learn to swim, improve your technique, fitness or train for an event, our Swim Doctors will help make the most of your time in the pool in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. 

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Kids swim for £1

Enjoy a fantastic value swimming offer for children, allowing under 8's to swim for just £1 (accompanying adults' usual admission applies). The offer is available on participating Swim for All sessions before 10am. Bookings are recommended to guarantee admission. Swim for All sessions are great for family and friends to have fun and spend some casual time together during the school holiday mornings and on the weekends during term time.

Holiday times can change, so please check below for times.

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Family Fun Swim

Family Fun Swim at CPNSC offers an affordable and enjoyable aquatic experience for all ages. With a welcoming atmosphere and lifeguard supervision, families can splash, play, and bond together in a safe environment.

Dive into laughter and create lasting memories at CPNSC's Family Fun Swim sessions!

Sessions run daily (during holiday times) from 10am-3pm in the Teaching Pool.

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  • Shower thoroughly from ‘top to toe’ with soap before entering the pool to remove deodorant, cosmetics and perspiration
  • Use the toilet facilities before your swim and remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap
  • Babies should wear tight-fitting waterproof baby trunks whilst swimming rather than nappies
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  • Do not swim if you have consumed a meal within the last two hours
  • Never swim if you have consumed alcohol or are under the influence of drugs
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  • Do not swim if you have suffered from food poisoning or diarrhoea within the last 14 days
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