Swimming

If you fancy a swim, take a look at our pool timetables below to see when public swimming sessions are running

Downloads (Adobe pdf) Swimming Prices & Pool Timetable for Summer 2012 Swimming during the school holidays Swimming lessons with the Bournemouth Swimming Academy All details in the brochures are correct at time of going to print. Please call Customer Service on 01202 437840 for the latest information on opening times, activities and changes to the programme.

Swimming Pool Guidelines

Young Children
Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied in the water by a responsible adult aged 16+ years.

Adult to child ratio:
Children under 5 years – One adult to one child
Children aged 5-7 years – One adult to two children

Nappy Policy
All babies, infants and young children who are not toilet trained should wear Aqua Nappies underneath their swim suit or a special purpose in-built nappy swimming costume.
(Aqua Nappies are available to purchase from Customer Service)

Swimwear
Only swimwear manufactured for use in swimming pools will be acceptable and this includes the sauna, these items are:
• Bikinis
• Burkinis
• Swim trunks
• Swim costumes
• Speedo type shorts above knee level
• All in one fitted swimsuits manufactured for the purpose of swimming
• Baby suits up to 1 year old
• Swimming Hats

Wetsuits and rash vests are not allowed to be used in our pools
(A range of costumes, goggles and armbands are available to purchase from Customer Service)

Swimming Accessories
The use of face masks, flippers, large inflatables, paddles and snorkels is not permitted, unless in a structured session.