Women Only Swimming

In Waltham Forest, we have women and girls swimming so that those with religious barriers can access our leisure facilities or for those that simply prefer to swim with no men around. At the same time it is possible to book onto Swim Doctor Learn which provides adults with swimming tips in a group setting.  Women-only sauna use is also bookable during the listed activities.      

Waltham Forest's Area Swim Lead, Jennifer Rowley said “It is important that women feel comfortable swimming and we hope that our programming that considers local needs encourages more women to get involved. There are four nights a week where women can swim in the comfort that no men are there.”

Better are committed to increasing physical activity in Waltham Forest and review the leisure centre programmes so that there is a varied offering that encourages people from all communities to take part. If some people need more support to access our services it is possible that adjustments can be made such as women-only or targeted sessions in partnership with a local organisation like Age UK Waltham Forest.   

Have you seen the free swimming promotion during school holidays? Click the link for more information.