Introduction

The pool area is designed to satisfy the need for a work out and a wind down. The Academy's four lane swimming pool provides fulfilling exercise, whilst the spa pool soothes tired limbs. For your post swim, or soak relaxation, we've incorporated a steam room and leisure seating area. A separate splash pool caters for the younger generation.

Pool activities

To cater for all of our members, at certain times the pool is made available to different groups and ages.

• We run Adult Only sessions during the week from 12pm - 2pm and at weekends 1pm - 3pm.
• Fun Sessions are held for children 4pm - 5.30pm during the week and 10am - 12pm and 4pm - 5.30pm at weekends.
• Relaxation time is held daily between 8.30pm - 9.30pm. With the lights down low, it is a great way to wind down after a busy day.

The Academy Swimming Development Scheme

Here at the Academy you can rest assured that your children are in safe hands and will learn to swim competently at a very brisk rate. The Academy only employs highly qualified, Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) swimming teachers that have been police checked through the Criminal Records Bureau.

The Academy was first in the Harrogate area to adopt the National Teaching Plan for Swimming Development. This is a comprehensive swimming scheme in 12 levels and maps out achievement in the 4 core swimming strokes to a pre-competitive standard. Children learn these strokes from as young as 3 years and go on to achieve the competitive spirit of the sport.

Swimming is not only a sport, but a life skill and our aims are for children to be swimming as soon as possible. Therefore, here at The Academy, we offer a variety of classes so children can achieve at their own pace.

Aquasplash is for babies from 4 months to approximately 2 years. This is a water motivational class whereby very young children become familiar with playing in water.

Parent and Child Classes are more structured and are for children from aged 2 years to approaching 3 years. Children will learn basic skills that will be the foundations for learning to swim in the very near future. Appropriate nursery rhymes are used which allow children to focus more readily on the skills, in addition to making learning to swim less frightening and more fun. Parents also enjoy the social side of the swimming classes and delight in seeing their children progress.

Pre-school, Non-swimmer, Beginners
and Improvers Groups

The classes are taught to a very high standard and we pride ourselves on a low teacher/pupil ratio. Every teacher follows the same scheme of work, uses the same terminology, practices a high level of discipline and regularly assesses the children. The teachers for these classes are in the water; offering continued support and guidance. Parents are encouraged to watch their children and join in, offering praise for achievements.

Intermediate & Advanced/Training Groups

Children now have the 4 core strokes in place and are working towards becoming young sporting competitors.

Please contact our Swimming Co-ordinator for more details on our swimming development scheme and for the availability of classes.
T: 01423 524052   Ext 136

TERM TIME SWIMMING TIMETABLE 2008.pdf