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Learn To Swim Now<\/h1>\n

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Child<\/a>
\nSchool Age<\/em><\/h3>\n

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Toddler
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\n3-4 Years<\/em><\/h3>\n

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Baby<\/a>
\nUnder 3 years<\/em><\/h3>\n

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About Us<\/a><\/h3>\n

Learning to swim at Shirley Pool is unique. The warm, purpose built pools offer the perfect learning environment. Children progress as rapidly as they are able, moving to the next level as soon as they are ready; skills and awards are constantly assessed and distance awards up to 100m tested every 10 weeks. Longer distance awards are attempted at special Saturday sessions.<\/p>\n

Payment is simple, monthly rolling card payments will be set up which can be stopped with just two weeks notice.<\/p>\n

We are so convinced that we can make learning to swim fun, the first lesson is completely free, with no obligation to sign up afterwards.<\/p>\n

Whether you have a newborn baby of 6 weeks, a nervous school age beginner, a budding champion or a non-swimming partner, there is a class for you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Shirley Swimming Pool<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]Shirley Swimming Pool is a privately owned, public swimming pool. Originally built in 1974 as a dedicated teaching centre, the two pool site offers lessons for every age and ability, starting from 6 weeks old.<\/p>\n

The pool was rebuilt in 2009 with new changing rooms, reception and modern water treatment.The main 25 metre pool is available for general swimming and adult lane swimming, whilst the small hot pool is available for public swimming between lessons.<\/p>\n

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Baby Swimming Lessons<\/a><\/h3>\n

The \u201cFirst Splash\u201d. It\u2019s never too early for your newborn to learn to swim. Early lessons lay the foundations for lifelong enjoyment of the water.<\/p>\n

In a shallow, hot, secluded pool, a qualified and experienced teacher will guide you in how to confidently handle your child through their first stages in the water, using song and constructive play.<\/p>\n

Click here for more details<\/a><\/p>\n

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Toddler Swimming Lessons<\/a><\/h3>\n

From getting started in the water, the aim is for the toddlers to get comfortable face down, floating and gliding. Working towards the Duckling Awards, Water Skills 1 and 5 metres.<\/p>\n

In this class the foundations are laid that will allow them to progress rapidly and safely once they are promoted.<\/p>\n

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Children Swimming Lessons<\/a><\/h3>\n

From the first gentle splash to confident swimmer, Shirley Swimming Pool provides an excellent environment to learn to swim. Our unique swim centre provides a class for every age and ability, gently encouraging progression through the learning stages.<\/p>\n

Swimming lessons run all year round except on public holidays, so they run right through the summer.<\/p>\n

Click here for after-school lessons<\/a>, or on Crash Courses <\/a>for holiday classes.<\/p>\n

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Turtles Swimming Club<\/a><\/h3>\n

The after school swimming club, Turtles is the next stage in the lesson programme. Youngsters that have mastered the four main strokes are invited to join the swimming club, the entry level of the Dolphins swimming Club. The sessions increase to one hour in length, with the last 10 minutes set aside for play.<\/p>\n

Adult Swimming Lessons<\/a><\/h3>\n

Even the most nervous adult beginners have overcome their fear of water at Shirley Pool. The private shallow areas, warm water and sympathetic teachers help ease the dread that many adults feel near water. Breath control, stroke technique and deep water confidence classes are held in the early evenings\u00a0Monday to Thursday. Read more..<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”appear”]<\/p>\n

Saints Swim Club<\/a><\/h3>\n

Southampton Saints Swimming Clubs is a junior swimming club catering for swimmers from 6 to 18. \u00a0The club is open to all swimmers who have mastered the four strokes through our learn to swim programme. Swimmers enjoy fitness training, advanced stroke technique, racing skills, Water Polo, lifesaving and Junior surf life saving<\/p>\n

Take a look at the current actities<\/a><\/p>\n

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Adult Lane Swimming<\/a><\/h3>\n

Twenty-Six hours a week are reserved for lane swimming, pay as you go. \u00a0There are also daytime hours for gentle public swimming, including a session for seniors. Lane swim times may change through the year and you can expect children in the public sessions in the school holidays. In the morning and evening session there are three lanes: Frontcrawl only, any stroke and slow\/walking & talking lane. Lunchtime is two lanes. Lane swim sessions are for 16 years+ and swimmers must be confident in the deep end and a strong swimmer<\/p>\n

You can now book and pay online for PAYG lane swimming here<\/a><\/p>\n

Click for\u00a0timetable<\/a><\/p>\n

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Club Championships<\/a><\/h3>\n

The Club Championships are an annual event in which swimmers from the swim school and club are invited\u00a0to compete in competitive gala against one another, in their age groups. \u00a0For full information head to our<\/p>\n

Club Championships page.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Prices<\/a><\/h3>\n

All lessons are paid by a rolling card payment. baby, toddler and children lessons are \u00a346.80 a month. Swim Club starts at\u00a0 \u00a350.50. Adult Swim is \u00a36.00, OAP\/ Student\/ Child \u00a34.00.<\/p>\n

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Hear what Megan has to say about us. Subscribe to our YouTube Page<\/a> for Star Swimmers, Lessons and Tips.<\/h3>\n

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