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WOMEN-ONLY SWIMMING LESSONS

Everyone deserves to enjoy the benefits of swimming in an environment that makes them feel comfortable. That’s why we offer women’s only swimming classes at our  leisure centres across the country. These swim sessions are designed to be safe, fun and supportive for ladies as they start or continue along their swim journey. 

These ladies only swim lessons are led by an all female team of instructors and cater to girls and women of all abilities. With our ladies swimming sessions and classes, you can develop a healthy lifestyle while enjoying the social and mental benefits of swimming.

 

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Learn to swim with women-only swimming sessions

Wherever you are in your swim journey, our ladies only swimming pool sessions will help you build your water confidence in a safe and secure environment. 

Attending a swimming class for the first time can sometimes feel intimidating, especially as a beginner. However, we offer a range of swimming classes for women and girls that help you learn or perfect your strokes in a comfortable environment. Plus, you can rest assured that all of our women's swim classes are also only taught by female instructors, providing a supportive space for you to learn in.

Our classes are also held at a range of times throughout the day, perfect for those with a busy schedule.

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“The swimming community is very embracing and very kind. It's a sport that welcomes people of all abilities, all shapes, and sizes. Everybody's in a collective mindset, everyone wants to do the same thing.” – A Better member

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Ladies-only swimming classes near me

At Better, we offer a range of womens swim classes and sessions for people of all ages and abilities.

So whether you are an adult swimming for the first time or want to practise your technique, there is a ladies swim session just for you.

Women's Only Swim Lessons

  • Adult Swimming - Ideal for women who want to learn how to swim or improve their technique. Our team of female instructors will have you making progress in no time. 
  • Foundation (9+ years) - These are for girls who are beginners or completely new to swimming. These sessions will teach them how to be safe in and around the water.
  • Women Only Parent & Baby - these parent and baby lessons are just for mum (or female guardians) and are great for getting babies comfortable in the water. Do review which session would make the most sense for you.
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Women's Only Swim sessions

  • Swim for Women - classes for women over 16 years old. 
  • Swim for Women and Girls - classes for women and girls (between 11 and 17 years old).

Our women’s swimming sessions are a mix of fun, socialising and technique. This is the perfect way to de-stress after a busy day with other like-minded ladies. 

The lanes will be available across the pool during these sessions, so that we can cater to all speeds and abilities. Swim equipment is also provided so that you can get the most out of the session. 

We try to use female lifeguards for these sessions. However, there may be times that a male lifeguard is present.

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What you need for swimming

At Better, we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy the benefits of swimming. This is why our ladies-only swimming lessons provide a safe and supportive environment for you to thrive.

You don’t need any fancy equipment to start swimming either. All you will need is:

  • swimsuit
  • swimming cap
  • towel
  • goggles (optional)

If you’re not sure you want to commit to a swim membership just yet, feel free to try our Day Pass. This will give you access to the pool in your local leisure centre.

 

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