Swim 4 Life
Swim 4 Life is a government funded scheme offered by Swindon Borough Councils’ leisure centres. Which provides free swimming for people aged 60 and over
Introduction to the Free Swimming Programme
From April 1st 2009 everybody 60 and over will be entitled to swim for free at published public swimming sessions at Swindon Borough Councils’ leisure centres. The scheme is part of a national campaign to promote swimming, general fitness, more active lifestyles and well-being. It is a cornerstone of the Government's Legacy Action Plan, which aims to make the most of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Who can access free swimming?
Anybody aged 60 and over can enjoy free swimming at Dorcan Recreation Complex, Health Hydro, Link Centre, Oasis Leisure Centre, and through our partnerships with Highworth Recreation Centre and Ridgeway Leisure Centre (Wroughton) during the published public swimming sessions.
When does the free swimming start?
The Free Swimming Programme will commence on April 1st 2009 and is currently funded for two years, until 31st March 2011. The Government has yet to confirm if the scheme will be supported past this date.
How do I get a free swim?
To take up the free swim offer you must have valid identification as proof of age, this can be in the form of a SwindonCard, (the Borough’s leisure card) bus pass, passport, driving licence or birth certificate.
When I can swim?
Those that are eligible for the scheme will be able to swim during the published public swimming sessions at any of our pools. However access will not be included to aqua aeobics, floatation aerobics', club use and swimming lessons.
For more information about when sessions are run please call your nearest pool!
Dorcan pool programme 01793 533763
Health Hydro holiday pool programme 01793 465630
Health Hydro term-time pool programme 01793 465630
Highworth Recreation Centre pool programme 01793 762602
Link Centre pool programme 01793 445566
Oasis Leisure Centre pool programme 01793 445401
http://www.swindon.gov.uk/leisuresport/swimming/freeswimming.htm
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http://www.swindon.gov.uk/leisuresport/swimming/freeswimming.htm