Please note that there are only limited places available on these six courses and we may not be able to accommodate all candidates this time, however there will be further lessons available in 2010 are various locations around the County.  PLease contact  Julie O’Neill, Swimming Lesson Coordinator, Parkside Pools, 01223 446100

Free Swimming Lesson – FAQ

How many lessons can I have?

You will have a free course of 6 lessons each lasting an hour.

Who will I be in a class with?

You will be in a class with no more than 12 people with a similar skill level to your own, and an experienced, and qualified swimming teacher.

Will there be any cost to me at all?

You will not have to pay for the free course of lessons at all – you will just need to get yourself for the swimming pool, with a swimming costume and a towel.

What happens if I can’t swim after my first 6 lessons?

The scheme offers you six hours of free teaching. Different people progress at different rates so some people might be very confident in the water by the end of the course, and others might still feel they need a little bit of help. Your swimming teacher, and the staff at your pool will be able to advise you what you can do next, perhaps join an activity class like aqua-aerobics, take some more lessons or use a programme like Swimfit.

What is a ‘non swimmer’?

A non swimmer is someone who is unable to swim, somebody that has been able to swim in the past and lacks confidence to swim now or someone who considers themselves a non swimmer.