Swimming

SWIMMING AT THE ELTHAM CENTRE

If your looking to improve your technique, get fit, meet new friends or have fun, you're sure to find a pool session that you'll love. 

The Eltham Centre hosts two swimming pools. A Fitness Pool which is the perfect place for all your water activities including our Better Swim School lessons and a Teaching Pool with beach entry which is perfect for families as it's slightly warmer and also shallower.

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxing then why not relax and relieve stress in our newly refurbished sauna and steam room.

There’s something for everyone at the Eltham. Seen something you would like to try? All Swimming sessions can be seen on the weekly programme.

 

POOL timetable

FIND THE RIGHT SWIM SESSION FOR YOU

£1 WEEKDAY SWIMMING

Get Greenwich Swimming.

Adult Greenwich One Card holders can enjoy £1 Monday to Friday swimming at The Eltham Centre. Offer available during Swim For Fitness sessions between 1.30pm and 3.30pm (Not available during school holidays).

 

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£5 SWIM FOR GREENWICH FAMILIES

Get Greenwich Swimming

Adult Greenwich One Card holders can enjoy £5 family swimming for up to 6 people at The Eltham Centre. Offer available during selected Family Swim sessions, Friday 5-7pm.

 

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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. And whatever your fitness levels, age or level of ability, you’re sure to find a session for you at the The Eltham Centre. Our Swim for Fitness sessions take place in slow, medium and fast lanes - available to suit all speeds and needs to ensure you get the most out of your swim. Additional fitness swimming equipment including goggles, swimwear and swimming aids will also be available to purchase. Just remember your 20p for the lockers.

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SWIM FOR ALL

Our Swim For All sessions are a great way to keep active as a family or help the kids burn off some energy. Sessions are available in the teaching pool & main pool weekly and extended times are available during school holiday periods and don't forget your 20p for the lockers.

 

*PLEASE SEE OUR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS BELOW FOR RATIOS AND SWIM TESTS

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SWIM MEMBERSHIPS

If it's just swimming that you're interested in, our single activity swimming membership means you'll get unlimited access to swimming.

If you're looking to use the gym and classes too, we offer a wide range of memberships with options to suit every budget. Everything from Pay as you Go, to monthly or annual Prepaid memberships. What’s more, we won’t tie you into a long-term contract, giving you greater flexibility.

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SWIM SAFELY RULES

 

  • Under 8's and non swimmers 11-17 must be accompanied in the water by a competent adult swimmer.
  • No more than two under 8's or non swimmers 11-17 to one competent adult swimmer.
  • The competent adult swimmer must actively supervise under 8's and non swimmers 11-17 keeping them close and safe at all times.
  • Under 8's and all non swimmers must remain in shallow water. There are flotation barriers and red demarcation lines to help highlight areas of deep water.
  • We strongly recommend under 8's and non swimmers use armbands and/or an appropriate buoyancy aid.
  • Swim testing by lifeguards may be implemented to check the ability of swimmers before they are allowed into deep water. This will be at the discretion of the lifeguard on position.
    • The swim test requires swimmers to swim one length of the pool (25m) in a recognized swimming stroke without stopping.
    • When swimmers pass the test, they will be provided with a wristband to help highlight to lifeguards they are deemed safe in deeper water.
    • Swimmers who do not pass the swim test will be required to stay within shallow water under the supervision of a competent adult.
    • If parents are unable to adhere to the 2:1 supervisory ratio, then all swimmers may not be allowed to continue swimming. This is for the safety of all swimmers.
    • It’s extremely important adults ensure they have the right supervisory ratios before booking their swimming session to ensure all visitors can enjoy their swim.
  • Please adhere to the poolside rules otherwise you maybe asked to leave.

ENSURE YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR FITNESS SWIM

Swim Etiquette

• Pre Cleanse
Please help us to keep your pool clean by following our Swim Hygiene guidelines by showering and using the toilet facilities before you swim.
• Respect
People of different standards and abilities will use the pool. Please respect their right to enjoy their swim.
• Speed
Choose your lane using the fast, medium and slow signs and by watching those already swimming. Before pushing off at each turn, check to see if anyone faster is approaching.
• Direction
Please follow the directional signs and move across to the appropriate side of the lane for each length.
• Space
Try and leave at least 5 metres between yourself and another swimmer and if it’s possible to see a pace clock, then a 5 second gap is just as good.
• Strokes
Wide stokes such as butterfly and breaststroke should be avoided when the lanes become busy. If you change to a slower stroke as part of your session, think about moving lanes.
• Equipment
Fitness swimming training equipment, such as fins and hand paddles, is permitted at the discretion of the lifeguard and based on capacity. Snorkels can be used in conjunction with conventional swimming goggles.
• Resting
Whether stopping for a rest or catching your breath after completing your swim, please be mindful that others using the lane will want to keep on swimming without stopping.
• Share
Celebrate your achievements and share your swimming stories
with us on social media using #betterswimming, we’d love to hear them!