Shirley Swimming Pool Annual Championships

The finals took place on Saturday May 20 th at the Quays. Over 150 Tadpoles, Turtles, and a huge gallery of supporters took part in a terrific gala evening. The next day, the swimmers and their families attended a Barbecue and picnic at Manor Farm Country Park , where the presentations were made. Despite the showers a great time was had by all. The photographs are now on the web site, along with the up to date results. Thank you for making the effort to take part and especially to all the helpers. Some sticky stopwatches and tired typing caused a few errors in the results. We are gradually working these out. Please bring any errors to our attention and we will endeavor to match the medals with the rightful owners. Any uncollected awards are now in reception.

McMillan Cancer Relief Channel Swim

Paul Morton, area organizer for the charity, and his wife Ruth took a day out from their honeymoon to join in the dancing and to congratulate the swimmers who raised a staggering £8,000 towards the new hospice at the General. Thank you for showing such great support for this worthy cause.

Tommys Splashathon

This years charity swim is in aid of the Baby Charity “Tommy's”. Babies, Toddlers and young children are sponsored to have a great time splashing around a width or length of the small pool. The swims will take place during pre school lessons during the week of June 19 th -24 th . Pick up a sponsor form at the desk and ask your t e acher for more details

Direct Debit Make Up Lessons On Saturday

A special provision is now made on Saturdays 11.30 -12.30 to make up lessons. These are one hour classes for any main pool level, with David. Check for available dates at the desk.

New Lockers

The lockers have now been changed and the 20p is now returned!

Free Swimming

If you are paying by direct debit for the baby lessons, you may swim together free at small pool public swimming times. Adults and children on the scheme also swim free. There is no charge for children under five. 10.00am-12.00am on Sunday morning is reserved for family swimming. Practice makes perfect…..

Crash Courses…

We are now booking Summer Crash Courses. These fill up every year, please book early.

Aquafit…

Abbies's Aquafit classes are on a Tuesday 8.00-9.00pm and Thursdays from 7.00pm – 8.00pm . Classes cost £3.75, just turn up.

Goggles!

Loan goggles are provided for trial lessons and forgetful swimmers. Well fitted, quality goggles make a real difference to a swimming lesson. Please make sure your child has their own goggles, clearly marked with their name. A linen name tag tacked to the strap helps to avoid goggles being mislaid.

Parking…

It is sometimes necessary to park in the road at busy times, please be considerate to our neighbours. It is acceptable to use the Health Centre car park after 5.00pm

Swipe Cards…

Our computer holds up to date personal records, medical history and emergency contacts on all swimmers . Every child should have a personalised membership card which they swipe on entry to the pool at the desk. If you don't have a card, it probably means that we don't have any contact information. Please ask at reception.

Distance badges…

Two lanes are reserved on the last Saturday of the month for children to attempt distance awards. Check with their teacher first and then reserve a space at reception. There is no extra charge.

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