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About Swimming

Swimming is a perfect activity to improve your mental and physical health. The buoyancy of the water makes it a low-impact exercise but it’s also a great way to improve muscle strength, cardio fitness and endurance creating an all-over body workout. Swimming also improves mood, anxiety and stress which increases the brain’s ability to think more efficiently.

Memberships

If you love to swim then check out our thrive active and thrive Move memberships allowing you to swim at any of our leisure centres with a pool.

Contract and non-contract options are available. Join now or contact us to find out which options suits you best.

Swimming pools

Across County Durham we have ten main pools, plus training and learner pools. This includes a leisure pool with waves and a slide at Spennymoor Leisure Centre. Each has a varied timetable offering lots of different activities including lane swimming, water based fitness classes, fun activities for families and swimming lessons.

During the school holidays we also offer free swimming at our sites for young people aged 18 years and under which includes fun sessions, general swimming and inflatable sessions in both the main and small pools. Wave, slide and splash sessions are also available at Spennymoor Leisure Centre.

Membership type General swimming cost
non thrive card holder £4.40
thrive card holder £4
concession / child £3
under one year old £1
family/group swim (maximum of four) £12
additional sauna/stream room £1.50
Splashtots and Ready, Sett, Splash swim sessions (price includes one adult and one child) £4 plus £1 for each additional child

 

Swimming lessons

From babies, tots and kids to adults, our Learn to Swim programme will teach all the skills needed to enjoy water safely and with confidence. Whether you are a beginner or looking to develop your swimming technique find out more today and see where your journey can take you.

Your family's safety in the pool

Before you visit with your family, check out the admissions policy at our pools to make sure everyone is safe in the water.

Inclusive swimming

Our leisure centres offer a range of facilities for people who need extra support when coming to the swimming pool. If you require a carer during your visit, they can swim for free.

  • Changing places: Our changing places offer toilet and washing facilities with equipment such as a hoist, adult sized changing bench and space for carers. These are located in our town centres and are open for anyone to use. Changing places are available at Freeman’s Quay, the Louisa Centre, Spennymoor, Newton Aycliffe
  • Pool hoist: All of our swimming pools have a hoist and staff will be on hand to assist you into the water. Spennymoor has a subversive wheelchair to allow you access straight into the water from the shallow waters into your preferred depth. All of our facilities have accessible changing rooms or cubicles.
  • Staff assistance: Our staff are always on hand to assist you with any additional requirements or support on your visit. You are welcome to contact the leisure centre beforehand to discuss your needs and so that we can ensure equipment is set up in advance.
  • Splashability: Sessions are for anyone with a special education or disability need, and their carers and family. Find out more on our inclusive activities page. They are available at Spennymoor and the Louisa Centre.

Swimming clubs

A number of swimming clubs meet at pools across the County. Check out what’s available in your local centre.

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