Swimming is a great way to have fun and get healthy, whatever your age or level of ability. At Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre we have 2 swimming pools for our customers to enjoy. We have a 8-lane 25m Main Pool and a 20m teaching pool. We also have a Poolpod lift to provide accessible access into the pool.
Here are a few tips to help you prepare for your visit:
Pre Cleanse - please help us to keep your pool clean by following our Swim Hygiene guidelines by showering and using the toilet facilities before you swim.
Respect Others - people of different standards and abilities will use the pool. Please respect their right to enjoy their swim.
Choose your speed - choose your lane using the fast, medium and slow signs and by watching those already swimming. Before pushing off at each turn, check to see if anyone faster is approaching.
Be mindful of direction- please follow the directional signs and move across to the appropriate side of the lane for each length.
Think of space- try and leave at least 5 metres between yourself and another swimmer and if it’s possible to see a pace clock, then a 5 second gap is just as good.
Pick your strokes - wide stokes such as butterfly and breaststroke should be avoided when the lanes become busy. If you change to a slower stroke as part of your session, think about moving lanes.
Use equipment – fitness swimming training equipment, such as fins and hand paddles, is permitted at the discretion of the lifeguard and based on capacity. Snorkels can be used in conjunction with conventional swimming goggles.
Take time to rest - whether stopping for a rest or catching your breath after completing your swim, please be mindful that others using the lane will want to keep on swimming without stopping
Share- celebrate your achievements and share your swimming stories with us on social media using #betterswimming, we’d love to hear them!
