Swimming

Enjoy swimming at Britannia Leisure Centre, one of Hackney’s leading destinations for both fitness and family activities. With a 25-metre pool, interactive flumes and a dedicated splash area, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.

Swim for Fitness sessions are available throughout the week, offering dedicated lane swimming for those looking to improve endurance, technique and overall fitness.

Family Fun Swim is one of our most popular sessions, providing a fun and active way for families to enjoy the pool together. These sessions can fill quickly, so we recommend booking in advance.

Whether you’re training, building confidence or spending time with family, our range of sessions makes it easy to find something that works for you

 

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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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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Swimming Lessons

Swimming is a vital life skill and it is accessible for anyone. That's why Better offers swimming lessons for all ages and abilities, at affordable prices. Our Learn to Swim Framework is designed by industry experts to ensure the lessons are of the highest quality, progressive and make our pupil’s journey fun and hassle free. All our teachers are professional, passionate and pupil-focused; and will ensure you’re in safe hands in the water.

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Leisure Water

We have lots of swimming activities for all the family and for all ages. We have our waterslide for ages 8+. However, this is no normal waterslide! The waterslide lets you choose from different themes, play different games and compete with others as you slide down to give you the ultimate experience. For the younger and less experienced children we have our great toddler pool and splash pad, so that all the family can have a splashing time at Britannia Leisure Centre.

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Sensory Swim

Our Sensory Swim sessions uses multi sensory technology and reduces noise to create a calm environment for swimming. 

This session is ideal for children and adults with additional needs or for adults who might require a calm environment such as those diagnosed with dementia.

Timings:

Thursday 6.15-7.15pm
Saturday 12.30-2.30pm
Sunday 3.40-5.30pm

Hackney residents under 18, over 60, or registered disabled can access this swim for free if they have our £1.70 annual Pay as you Go membership.

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Inclusive Swim

At Britannia Leisiure Centre, we offer an inclusive swimming session which allows young people and adults with additional needs to use the pool, benefitting from reduced capacity and noise.

Timings:

Monday 07:30-08:30


Hackney residents under 18, over 60, or registered disabled can access this swim for free if they have our £1.60 annual Pay as you Play membership.

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Healthier Together Hackney

If you are enquiring about exercise because your doctor or health professional has advised you to do so, or if you meet our eligibility criteria and your doctor is able to refer you - we can help. Please view our Healthier Together Hackney page to learn more about accessing gym, swim and classes within this extremely valuable programme.

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Swim Safely Rules

SWIM SAFELY RULES

  • Under 8's and non swimmers must be accompanied in the water by a competent adult swimmer.
  • No more than two under 8's or non swimmers to one competent adult swimmer.
  • The competent adult swimmer must actively supervise under 8's and non swimmers keeping them close and safe at all times.
  • Under 8's and all non swimmers must remain in shallow 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.

 

Free Swimming for Under 18's and Over 60's

Free swimming is available for all under 18's and over 60's in London Borough of Hackney leisure centres. To gain access, users are required to have a valid Pay as you Go membership for the London Borough of Hackney leisure centres operated by Better.

 

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