Swimming

SWIMMING AT WATERFRONT LEISURE CENTRE

Swimming is great at any 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.

Waterfront Leisure Centre hosts two swimming pools. A 25m Fitness Pool with up to 6 lanes, it’s the perfect place for all your water activities including our Better Swim School lessons and a Leisure Pool which offers Aqua Splash sessions including swimming, an Anaconda slide, a multi-slide and a wave machine.

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxing then why not relieve some stress in our Sauna.

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

 

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OUR SWIM SESSIONS EXPLAINED

£1 WEEKDAY SWIMMING

Get Greenwich Swimming.

Adult Greenwich One Card holders can enjoy £1 Monday to Friday swimming at Waterfront Leisure 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 Waterfront Leisure Centre. Offer available during selected Family Swim sessions, Wednesday 4-7pm term time or 3-6pm during the school holidays.

 

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SWIM SESSIONS FOR UNDER 5'S

Have fun familiarising your littles ones to the water in our dedicated SWIM FOR UNDER 5's sessions.

Taking place in our Oasis Pool, with mini water features, it's a great way to build your toddler's confidence in the water whilst having a splash around.

Sessions

Monday and Tuesday 9.00am  - 10.00am.

Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 11.00am

Extended times are available during school holiday periods and don't forget your 20p for the lockers.

 
Please note Swim For Under 5's session does not include access to our Leisure Pool and other features.


SWIM RATIOS STILL APPLY TO THIS SESSION 

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AQUA PLAY

Located in our smaller Oasis Pool, Aqua Play sessions are suitable for families and children including non swimmers or those that prefer shallow depths.

The Oasis Pool has an array of water features, including a mini slide.

Enjoy our Aqua Play sessions every Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 12.00pm.

Please note Aqua Play sessions do not include access to our Leisure Pool, Multislide or Flumes. Swim safety rules apply.

 

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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 Waterfront Leisure 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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FAMILY FUN SWIMMING

Why not take the whole family for a dip and enjoy our flumes and slides.

Our family fun swim sessions are back! These extremely popular sessions will be available to attend both during the day and at the weekends during school holidays and don't forget 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 leisure pool weekly and extended times are available during school holiday periods and don't forget your 20p for the lockers.

Please note our Swim For All sessions do not include water features and slides.

 

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BETTER 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 for our best value memberships that offer access to our gyms 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

• 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!

FAQ's

Will all features and pools be open for Family Fun Swim?

This is our intention, but it isn’t always possible. Sometimes we have to close or rotate certain parts of the pool or features, for example for maintenance, cleaning, or due to staffing levels. We will always endeavour to notify customers in advance via our website.

Do you need to book?

Sessions can be booked in advance, either online, via our App or in centre. Alternately you can pay on arrival, although we guaranteed availability.

Which pool should be booked for families?

Leisure Pool - Family Fun Sessions

How long are Swim Sessions?

Family Fun Swim is a 60 minute booking

Swim For All is a 60 minute booking

Swim For Fitness is 80 minutes 

What are the operating hours for slides and flumes?

All operated during Family Fun sessions

Wednesdays  4.00pm-7.00pm

Weekends 12.00pm-4.00pm

Can you book more than one session?

Yes

What do you need to wear?

Swim wear, shorts/swimming costume/burkini. Avoid baggy/heavy clothing, jeans/trousers

What are the pool opening and closing times?

Fitness Pool

Weekdays 6:30am-10.00pm

Weekends 8.00am-6.00pm 

Leisure Pool

Monday/Wednesday /Friday 4.00pm-7.00pm

Weekends 12.00pm-4.00pm

Do you have a hoist?

Yes - Pool Pod

Is there disability access?

Yes - via Pool Pod and beachside entry in to leisure pool

How much are the lockers?

20p charge in wetside areas located next to the beachside showers, £1 returnable in dryside areas

What is the price of swimming?

Prices can be found here

Do you have to wear a swim hat?

Not for general swimming sessions

Do you sell swim hats?

Yes

What products do you sell?

Swimming shorts, costumes, goggles, floating and swimming aids, swimming nappies

Where can I find information on 121 swimming lessons and prices?

Prices can be found here

Who is daytime swimming for?

Competent Swimmers (8 and above that are able to swim 25 metres in a recognised stroke without stopping)