The following is a list of the main activities available at the swimming pools:

Classes (14+ years)

Aquafit

A water-based approach to fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers alike. The buoyancy of water enables you to exercise and / or recover from injury with minimal strain on joints, improving your fitness level by working against the resistance of water in a structured, enthusiastic and supportive atmosphere. The class is taught by a fully-qualified Aquafit instructor.
Available at: Dorcan, Highworth, Health Hydro, Link and Oasis

Floatation Aerobics

These sessions also provide a water-based approach to fitness and rehabilitation for swimmers and non-swimmers alike and include the use of a floatation belt. The class is taught in deeper water than Aquafit and the buoyancy of the belt enables you to exercise at a more intense level whilst being supported in the water.
Available at: Dorcan only

Aquanatal

This water-based exercise class provides numerous health benefits during pregnancy and following birth. The buoyancy of water enables you to perform non weight bearing exercises in a safe environment. Classes are instructed by a fully-qualified fitness instructor, with a midwife present. The routine is performed to music.
Available at: Oasis only

Sessions For Everyone

Casual Swim

An open session where everyone can come along and enjoy a relaxing swim in a safe environment.
Available at: All swimming pools

Lanes

A session specifically designed for those who want to improve their fitness in a controlled environment with no interruption. The pool is generally divided into three lanes - slow, medium and fast - and swimmers are encouraged to swim in the most appropriate lane in either a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction.
Available at: Dorcan, Highworth, Health Hydro, Link and Oasis

Lanes - early morning

Enjoy a relaxing swim in an early morning swim session. The pool is laned for this session. Children are only permitted (with an adult) to attend these sessions if they are competent swimmers and agree to swim in the lanes provided.
Available at: Dorcan Highworth, and Health Hydro

Masters

These informal sessions are aimed at the older age group. Swim at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere.
Available at: Dorcan, Highworth, Health Hydro, Link and Oasis

Stepping Stones

This session provides an opportunity for users with disabilities to swim in a safe atmosphere, and if they wish, to bring along a helper at no extra cost.
Available at: Oasis only

Swim Clinic (16+ years)

An opportunity for you to swim under the watchful eye of a qualified ASA swimming instructor, who will help you improve your technique. Swim clinics are available for all abilities and levels and you can just turn up to the session of your choice. Sessions range from non-swimmers through to intermediate and fitness swimmers
Available at: Health Hydro only

Toddler Splash

Playing in water is a great way to build your child's confidence. We provide casual swim sessions where babies and pre-school children accompanied by their parent / guardian can play and have fun in the water in a safe unthreatening environment.
Available at: Highworth, Health Hydro, Link and Oasis

Wet 'n' Wild

These fun-filled sessions are designed for children. They include the use of floats and play equipment.
Available at: Dorcan, Highworth, Health Hydro and Link

Disco Splash

A fun-filled family session, which includes disco sounds, floats, wave machine, Lagoon Falls open-topped water slide and water cannon.
Available at: Oasis only

Children's Safety Information

As a guide, the Institute of Sport and Recreation Management (ISRM) advise babies should be 6 months plus, due to temperature and Chlorination levels.

Group Bookings

Enjoy the thrills and spills of a swimming session at the Oasis Leisure Centre as part of an organised group and we will give you a special price. This applies to advanced bookings only of 15 or more swimmers and full payment must be received four weeks prior to the visit. To book please contact the Programming Assistant on 01793 465149.

Birthday Parties

Celebrate your birthday party in style at one of our swimming pools. Choose from a party where your birthday tea is provided (Link or Oasis) or provide your own party tea (Dorcan or Health Hydro).

Courses

Enrol on a swimming course and learn to swim or improve your skills, whatever your age or stage, under the guidance of ASA-qualified coaches in accordance with the nationally-recognized award scheme.

Why not enrol on a school holiday swimming course?

Swimming and Diving Clubs

There are lots of swimming clubs in the local area.

Further Information/Contact

Oasis Leisure Centre
North Star Avenue, Swindon.
Tel: 01793 445401

Link Centre
Whitehill Way, Westlea, Swindon.
Tel: 01793 445566

Health Hydro
Milton Road, Swindon.
Tel: 01793 465630

Dorcan Recreation Complex
St. Paul's Drive, Covingham, Swindon.
Tel: 01793 533763

Highworth Recreation Centre
The Elms, Highworth, Swindon.
Tel: 01793 762602