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Holiday Activities

Welcome to Chingford Leisure Centre - your one-stop destination for fun, fitness and family entertainment! Whether you're interested in diving into diverse swimming sessions such as our Swim for All or making a splash with Aqua Splash, we've got you covered. Our Family Fun Swim is an absolute hit among families, promising a great time for everyone, no matter the age or swimming capability.

But we're not just about swimming. Our Junior Gym is specifically designed for the younger members of the family, combining fitness with fun. If you're seeking a more competitive edge, our table tennis activities are sure to get your heart racing.

At Chingford Leisure Centre, we believe holidays should be memorable, active, and enjoyable. Each of our activities is designed to keep you fit and entertained during the holiday season.

Holiday Activities

Main Pool:

Monday & Wednesday & Friday

- Swim for all Main Pool : 09:00-10:00 &11:00-12:30 & 14:30-18:00

Tuesday & Thursday

- Swim for all Main Pool: 09:00-12:00 & 13:00-18:00

Saturday

-Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-15:30

Sunday

- Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-12:00 & 13:00-16:00

 

Small Pool:

Monday-Thursday

- Swim for all Teaching Pool – 09:00-18:45

Friday

- Swim for all Teaching Pool – 09:00-15:45

Saturday

- Swim for all Teaching Pool – 13:15-17:00

Sunday

- Swim for all Teaching Pool – 08:00 -17:00

 

Gym

Monday – Friday 

-          Junior Gym– 11:00-18:00

Saturday –Sunday

-          Junior Gym  12:00-17:00

 

Adult and Junior Gym

Monday- Friday

-          Adult and Junior Gym 08:00-20:00

Saturday –Sunday

-          Adult and Junior Gym 08:00-16:00

 

Table tennis

Monday – Friday 

-          Junior table tennis 16:00-17:00

Saturday –Sunday

-          Junior table  13:00-15:00

 

Aqua Splash

Monday & Wednesday & Friday

-          Aqua Splash 13:00-14:00

Saturday

-          Aqua Splash 16:00-17:00

 

Birthday parties

 

Saturday

-          Birthday parties 16:00-17:00

 

PLUS - Did you know residents in Waltham Forest under 18 years old are entitled to free swimming across Waltham Forest pools during the holidays? Join a Better Junior pay as you go membership for £6.50 (£3.85 for concessionary members) to receive this benefit.

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Swimming Activities

Swim for All

Hone your skills, enjoy float games, and create memories in a welcoming environment for all abilities. Our Swim for All sessions combine fun and fitness for all ages.

Session Days and Times:

Main Pool:

Monday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-10:00 & 11:00-12:30 & 14:30 -18:00

Tuesday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-12:00 & 13:00-18:00

Wednesday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-12:30 & 14:30-18:00

Thursday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-12:00 & 13:00 -18:00

Friday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-10:00 & 11:00-12:30 &14:30 -18:00

Saturday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-15:30

Sunday

Swim for all Main Pool 09:00-12:00 & 13:00-16:00

 

Small Pool:

Monday-Thursday

Swim for all Teaching Pool – 09:00-18:45

Friday

Swim for all Teaching Pool – 09:00-15:45

Saturday

Swim for all Teaching Pool – 13:15-17:00

Sunday

Swim for all Teaching Pool – 08:00 -17:00

 

 

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Aqua Splash

Specifically designed for children aged eight and above, these inflatables introduce an additional layer of fun to their swim time. Test your balance and see if you can stay on without tumbling into the water. Dare your friends to a friendly competition of endurance on the inflatables!

Session Days and Times:

Aqua Splash

Monday & Wednesday & Friday

Aqua Splash 13:00-14:00

Saturday

Aqua Splash 16:00-17:00

 

*All participants must be able to swim 25m.

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*One skilled adult swimmer can oversee up to two under-8s or non-swimmers under 16.

Find out more about our swimming sessions here.

PLUS - Did you know residents in Waltham Forest under 18 years old are entitled to free swimming across Waltham Forest pools during the holidays? Join a Better Junior pay as you go membership for £6.30 (£3.70 for concessionary members) to receive this benefit.

Junior Gym & Junior Table Tennis

Make your child's school breaks more exciting at Chingford Leisure Centre! Our Junior Gym and table tennis sessions, designed for 11-17 year olds, are the perfect way to keep them active. With dedicated gym time they'll learn to use equipment safely with our friendly team, and can even try their hand at table tennis. Plus, we've got exciting Adult and Junior Gym sessions - a great way to bond and get fit together.

Junior Gym times:

  • 11:00am-6:00pm  ( Mon-Fri)
  • 12:00am- 4:00pm ( Sat- Sun)

Junior Table Tennis times:

  • 4:00pm-6:00pm  ( Mon-Fri)
  • 1:00pm-3:00pm ( Sat- Sun)

Adult and Junior Gym times:

  • 8:00am-10:00pm ( Mon –Fri)
  • 8:00am-5:00pm   ( Sat – Sun)

 

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Important to note: If your child is a junior member aged between 11 and 15, they can use the cardiovascular and fixed resistance machines like treadmills and chest press machines. However, only our members aged 16 and 17 are permitted to use the free weights.

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