Free Wandsworth Intensive Swimming
Available in the Wandsworth Borough Council
Intensive Swimming lessons for all
From April 2024, we will offer free intensive swimming lessons for children aged 9-12 (school years 5, 6 and 7.) These lessons are specifically for children who cannot swim.
Lessons include five consecutive days of a 30-minute group, intensive swimming lessons (4 days on weeks with a bank holiday)
These sessions will run throughout the school holidays at Balham Leisure Centre, Latchmere Leisure Centre (Located in Battersea), Tooting Leisure Centre and Putney Leisure Centre.
We offer free intensive swimming lessons for children aged 9-12. These lessons are specifically for children who cannot swim.
To be eligible for this offer, children must be a resident of Wandsworth.
How do I register?
To register you're interest, please click the link below. Please ensure you select the 'Junior Swimming Lessons' option from the drop down box and state clearly in the additional notes that you are interested in the Intensive Swimming Lessons for all.
Once you have complete this, one of our friendly team members will be in touch to discuss timings and availability with you. All spaces are on a first come, first serve basis. Due to the high volume of enquiries, please do not call the centre.
How many children are in a class?
There will be a maximum of 12 children to 1 teacher, per 30 minute class.
What do I need to bring with me?
Children need to bring swimming attire and a towel (leggings and a t-shirt are not permitted.) Swimming hats and goggles are also recommended.
Can my child attend every holiday?
Children can only attend one course to ensure all eligible children in Wandsworth have this opportunity. If you miss a day within your booked week, we are unable to offer a make-up lesson.
What if my child wishes to continue learning to swim following the end of the course?
Please visit our online booking system to check availability and details on our weekly Learn to Swim programme. Click your centre below to view the corresponding online booking system.
For more information, please visit our website