Swim training information

The club has the following common sessions (please check the calendar for any temporary changes). Sessions with the icon require online booking.

Session for swimmers of all abilities. With two coaches covering four lanes this session is suited to members who are less confident swimmers. Please come to the foyer of the leisure centre with your £3.50 ready to be on poolside for 7:55 ready for a prompt 8:00 start. Coaches will be in the foyer to collect money and often arrive before 7:45. They will be happy to answer questions before the session starts. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, please be aware that if you arrive late the coach may not allow you entry to the session. This is down to the coach’s discretion and their word is final.

Session for swimmers whose 1000m swim time is quicker than 16:30. Swimmers in each lane are expected to swim within the given time bracket. This ensures everyone in that lane gets a good swim session. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 5:55 ready for a prompt 6:00 start. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, the doors are now locked at 6:00. If you arrive after this time please do not expect to be allowed entry to the session.

Session for swimmers whose 1000m swim time is slower than 16:30. Swimmers in each lane are expected to swim within the given time bracket. This ensures everyone in that lane gets a good swim session. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 6:55 ready for a prompt 7:00 start. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, the doors are now locked at 7:00. If you arrive after this time please do not expect to be allowed entry to the session.

Session for swimmers of all abilities. With a single coach covering four lanes this session is more suited to members who are familiar with the club swim session format. The leisure centre opens its doors at 6:30 so please arrive promptly with your £3.50 ready to be on poolside at 6:35 for a 6:40 start. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, please be aware that if you arrive late the coach may not allow you entry to the session. This is down to the coach’s discretion and their word is final.

Session for swimmers of all abilities. With three coaches covering four lanes this session is suited to members who are less confident swimmers. Please come to the swimming pool at the bottom of the school car park with your £3.50 for 6:50 ready to be on poolside for a prompt 7:00 start. Coaches will be available to answer questions before the session starts. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, please be aware that if you arrive late the coach may not allow you entry to the session. This is down to the coach’s discretion and their word is final.

Session for swimmers whose 1000m swim time is slower than 16:30. Swimmers in each lane are expected to swim within the given time bracket. This ensures everyone in that lane gets a good swim session. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 5:55 ready for a prompt 6:00 start. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, the doors are now locked at 6:00. If you arrive after this time please do not expect to be allowed entry to the session.

Session for swimmers whose 1000m swim time is quicker than 16:30. Swimmers in each lane are expected to swim within the given time bracket. This ensures everyone in that lane gets a good swim session. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 6:55 ready for a prompt 7:00 start. To allow athletes to warm up properly and the coach to concentrate on coaching, the doors are now locked at 7:00. If you arrive after this time please do not expect to be allowed entry to the session.

This session is currently the only one where you do not need to book in advance. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 10:55 ready for a prompt 11:00 start. If you are not at poolside in time for the start of the session it may not be possible for you to join the session. Participation for late arrivals is at the attending coach's discretion.

No booking is required for this session. Please arrive with your £3.50 on poolside for 7:55 ready for a prompt 8:00 start.

We are very lucky to have access to this wonderful facility in North-West Bristol. Henleaze is a private lake operated by its own club with which we have a good relationship, and we are the only external group to have access. The cost is £4; please bring a cheque as cash is not accepted. Wetsuits are not required but are definitely recommended. Non-members wishing to swim will have to turn up on the day any will be able to take any remaining spaces on payment of £4 cheque and £1 day licence fee.