In January this year, Cardiff Council’s Aquatic Development team launched a brand new Adult Swimming programme which gave people across the city the opportunity to learn to swim absolutely free of charge.
Following its huge success and the astounding response from the public, a second phase of the initiative is about to commence with a special discount promotion being offered on adult lessons.
Those wishing to take the plunge by learning to swim or improving their confidence in water, can enrol on a 10 week course for just £20, over 66% less than the usual cost.
The initial part of the scheme saw 120 participants sign up to the free lessons which has given them the exciting opportunity to overcome the fear of water and embark on a new life skill with many already progressing to the improver stage.
Lessons are delivered by fully qualified experienced Amateur Swimming Association (ASA), Level 2 swimming teachers and follow the ASA Adult Learn to Swim framework.
Teachers guide and work with adults by teaching a range of skills and basic strokes during each lesson.
Swimming is a fantastic way to keep fit and help lose weight. It can also be a great way for people to engage with their children and grandchildren whilst making new friends.
The ten week programme is available to 120 residents on a first come first served basis. There will be 60 places available on a beginner stage and 60 places available on an improver stage. Lessons will take place during weekday evenings with a maximum of 12 people enrolled on each course.
Participating facilities include Eastern Leisure Centre, Western Leisure Centre, Llanishen Leisure Centre and Pentwyn Leisure Centre.
Executive Member for Sport, Leisure and Culture, Cllr Nigel Howells said: “The first stage of the new Adult Swim programme has been a fantastic success and I am thrilled that adults across the city are being given a second opportunity to learn to swim for an outstanding price.
“Swimming is a low impact sport which can improve health and wellbeing and is accessible to everyone.”
“This will give those who have not had the opportunity to learn in the past, those who have a fear of water or are embarrassed about learning to swim the prospect of participating and enjoying a new skill which they will benefit from for the rest of their lives.”
Cardiff Council is the only Learn to Swim provider in Wales to hold the ASA Swim21 Accreditation.
The Swim21 accreditation is the ASA ‘quality mark’ awarded to those aquatic providers who provide the best swimming experience for all and who continually raise the quality of swimming provision across all areas.
The aquatic programme is Swim21 assessed annually by the ASA.
To enrol on the programme, interested participants have from Wednesday 7, March until Sunday 11, March to book on at their preferred centre.
Cardiff Council offer a value – for – money, monthly membership specifically for pool based activities.
The Aqua+ Active gives customers unlimited use of Cardiff Council’s swimming facilities and pool activities together with table tennis, athletics, soft play, pre-school gym and 50+ activities.
There is also a 10% discount off all adult courses.
For more information about the Aqua+ Active please contact your local leisure centre for more information.
