Christmas Refurbishment

Major changes to the plant room and a new liner for the main pool took place at Xmas. This is the first stage of our planned redevelopment of the site. The new Ultra Violet system in the main pool has proved to be a great success, the pool is sparkling.

This is the first pool in the City to utilize this revolutionary technology and it means that the level of chlorine used in the pool is minimized. Extra filters, larger pumps and wider pipes also increase the flow of water through the cleansing system.

The existing pool liner has been removed and a new glass fibre lining added, giving us new lane lines and a shiny surface. The footbaths have been relined as well.

The men's changing room has new benches and clothes hooks.

Making Up Lessons

Thank you for your patience trying to get lessons that have been missed over the shutdown fitted in.

All the lessons that you have missed can be made up, either between now or when there is space.

Shower First

You can help us keep the water sparkling by taking a rinse in the shower before you swim. Body fats, hair, sweat, deodorants, make up all come off in the water . It is now compulsory for children in lessons to shower before they swim.

Half Term Crash Courses Now Booking

Monday 17 th of February to Friday 23 rd February. ( 2-3pm + 3-4pm Beginners) and 2-4pm all main pool classes. All groups in the main pool have one hour lesson and then one hour of play.

Crash courses are a great way of making rapid improvements, particularly if your child has “leveled out” or has problems mastering a particular skill or stroke.

Distance, water skills and diving badges are tested. Cost is £60.00 for the week

Changing Teachers

Abbie has reduced her hours to spend more time in the gym. David has picked up the main pool classes on a Friday, Phillip taking over the small pool. Kym has taken over Monday main pool teaching.

Baby & Toddler

Abbie has starting a new under 5 class on Saturday afternoons at 2.30 and, for the first time, a Parent & Baby Class at 3.00pm and 3.30pm .

Dolphins News

A gala has been organized for Saturday February 17 th 2007 , at the pool, 5pm – 7pm versus Eastleigh Swimming Club. All Dolphins are urged to take part and a number of Turtles have been invited as well. Please tick or cross on the notice board to let us know if you are coming.

A new session has started for Dolphins, Saturday 11.00-11.30 Racing starts, 11.30-12.30 Stroke technique session with Brett. All Dolphins must learn to perform a racing dive, this is a fine opportunity.

The older swimmers at the pool (Southampton Seadogs) are organizing the first Southampton Bioathlon. The team charity event will start at Cheriton and follow the source of the River Itchen along the Navigation way to Woodmill in Southampton . The last section of the five leg race is a 2500m river swim to where the river meets the sea. All funds go to the Cancer Charity, Sail For Cancer. Anyone interested in putting together a team, talk to David.

Club Championships May 19 th 2007 at the Quays, 6pm – 9pm. Presentation date tba.

Shirley Pool Merchandise

Shirley Pool has a range of top quality products at rock bottom price ideal for the pool users. Shirley Pool large kit bags are available at only £4.99. Shirley Pool towels beach style are only £4.99 and new “I swim at Shirley Pool “ t-shirts are available from£6.50 in children's sizes. See reception for more details.

Thank you for your continued support, your recommendations to friends and family are very important for us.