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Free swimming lessons

Is it a long time since you last went swimming? Would you like to feel more confident in the water? 

Free swimming lessons are available for anyone aged 50+ at.

Castle Leisure Centre - Phone 0161 253 6513.

Swimming lessons
Day Daytime lesson Evening lesson
Monday 12:00 noon - 1:00pm  
Tuesday   8:30pm - 9:30pm

Radcliffe Pool and Fitness Centre – Phone 0161 253 7814.

Swimming lessons
Day Daytime lesson
Tuesday 8:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ramsbottom Pool and Fitness Centre – Phone 0161 253 7292.

Swimming lessons
Day Daytime lesson Evening lesson
Wednesday   8:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday 11:00am - 12:00 noon  

  • Customers will be offered a maximum of 2 courses of lessons
  • A course consists of 5 x 30 minutes run over 5 consecutive weeks
  • All courses must be booked in advance at the pool of your choice
  • Lessons will be taught in small groups - maximum 6
  • These lessons are aimed at non or weak swimmers only

Free Active 50 Sessions

Why not try a new activity in a friendly, fun environment. Activities include badminton, short tennis, table tennis and gentle exercise classes.

Avaialble at Castle Leisure Centre every Monday from 1pm to 3pm. No need to book, just turn up, all equipment will be provided.

Free Swimming Sessions

Free swimming is available for anyone aged over 50 at the following times and venues. These times have been selected as some of the quieter times to allow maximum benefit from your swim. Swimming is considered to be an excellent form of exercise putting very little strain on the body.

Castle Leisure Centre

Swimming sessions
Day Daytime session Evening session Ladies only
Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm 6:00pm - 7:00pm  
Tuesday 2:00pm - 3:30pm    
Wednesday 2:00pm - 3:30pm    
Thursday 2:00pm - 3:30pm   7:45pm - 8:45pm
Friday 2:00pm - 3:30pm 6:00pm - 7:00pm  
Saturday 9:00am - 10:00am    
Sunday 9:00am - 10:00am    

Radcliffe Pool & Fitness Centre

Swimming sessions
Day Daytime session Evening session
Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  
Tuesday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  
Thursday   6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  
Sunday 12:30pm - 1:30pm  

Ramsbottom Pool and Fitness Centre

Swimming sessions
Day Daytime session Evening sessions
Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  
Tuesday   6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  
Friday 2:00pm - 3:30pm  

Further Information

During school holidays some day time sessions may be affected by childrens fun sessions. Please report to reception to collect your ticket before entering the pool. Normal admission rules apply - last admission 30 minutes before end of session.

 

To find out more information or to see what else is available at the leisure centres contact:

  • Castle Leisure Centre - 0161 253 6506 / 6513
  • Radcliffe Pool and fitness centre - 0161 253 7814
  • Ramsbottom pool and fitness centre - 0161 253 7292

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