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Swimming

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. All Swimming Classes can be seen on our weekly programme.

 

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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 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 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 Ironmonger Row Baths. Our Swim for Fitness sessions take place in slow, medium and fast lanes, so you can take things at your own pace.

 

Free swimming for 60+

Free swimming is on offer for people aged 60+ with a Better Adult Senior membership (£5.80 per year). This includes Monday-Friday 8.30-4.30 and weekends at Archway Leisure Centre, Highbury Leisure Centre, Cally Pool and Ironmonger Row Baths.

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HELP US KEEP YOUR POOL CLEAN

  • Shower thoroughly from ‘top to toe’ with soap before entering the pool to remove deodorant, cosmetics and perspiration
  • Use the toilet facilities before your swim and remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap
  • Babies should wear tight-fitting waterproof baby trunks whilst swimming rather than nappies
  • Please dispose of nappies, trunks and sanitary products in the bins provided
  • Do not swim if you have consumed a meal within the last two hours
  • Never swim if you have consumed alcohol or are under the influence of drugs
  • Do not swim if you are currently suffering from a cold or flu
  • Do not swim if you have suffered from food poisoning or diarrhoea within the last 14 days

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