Swimming at The Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne is a versatile and enjoyable form of exercise that offers numerous health and fitness benefits, as well as being an essential life skill for safety in and around water. You'll enjoy a range of swimming facilities to suit all ages and abilities.
No matter your swimming or fitness ability, our Swim for All sessions are perfect if you're looking to build your confidence, work on your strokes, or just simply want to enjoy a swim with your family and friends. Our Swim for All sessions run in the Learner Pool where you are invited to splash about and have fun in the water without being constricted to specific lanes.
Swim for Fitness is a gentle yet effective way to stay healthy, offering a low-impact workout suitable for all fitness levels. Whether you're taking it easy in the slow lane or challenging yourself in the fast lane, you can swim at your own pace. These sessions are for adults and children who can swim continuous lengths. Each lane is clearly marked with signs to guide you in the right direction, making it easy to enjoy your swim.
At The Sovereign Centre, we believe swimming should be a fun and exciting experience for the whole family. Our Leisure Pool is perfect for family swim sessions and thrill-seekers of all ages, featuring a wave machine for a seaside experience, flumes and slides for high-energy water fun, and shallow areas ideal for younger swimmers. Whether you're racing down slides, riding the waves, or simply splashing around with loved ones, our Fun Pool offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.
Make a splash every Friday night at The Sovereign Centre’s Big Wave Night in our Leisure Pool. With huge waves, exciting music, and high-energy fun, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend. Ride the Wave Machine for an ocean-like experience, race down the flume slide, and enjoy big tunes that keep the energy high. Whether you're looking for thrills or just want to have fun in the water, Big Wave Night is an unmissable event for kids, families, and water lovers of all ages.
Our Rehabilitation in Water sessions, led by Jan Bruce, a qualified physiotherapist, are designed to aid recovery from a variety of conditions, including pre- and post-op joint replacement and injuries from work, sports, or hobbies. These sessions include a personal assessment and tailored programme.
Session times:
Tuesdays: 2:00-3:00 pm
Fridays: 12:15-1:15 pm
Ready for a splash? The Aqua Challenge is an exciting inflatable obstacle course in our Training pool, where children and adults can dive, climb, and race through the fun course. This challenge is designed for those aged 6+ who can swim at least 25m. A swim test may be required before participating. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult with a 1:1 ratio. Get ready to slip, slide, and splash your way to the finish line.
