School Holiday Swimming Courses & Sessions

Discover the various swimming sessions and workshops running during the school holidays.

Have a query? Email vicky.connor@scll.co.uk.

Summer Holidays

It is a proven theory that children learn faster and more efficiently when they practice on an intensive basis, just watch as your child improves right before your eyes!

Their expert guidance will help your child to grow in confidence in the water whilst learning a valuable life skill.

Sessions available to anybody 4 years and over.

  • £16 – 1 hour lesson
  • £23.10 – 3 day course
Date Time Session Stage suitable Centre Details
29th, 30th, 31st July 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1-3 Broughton Book online →
12th, 13th, 14th August 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1-3 Broughton Book online →
26, 27th, 28th August 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1-3 Broughton Book online →
21st & 23rd July 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 2 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
21st & 23rd July 10:00 – 10:30am 30 mins, 2 day course Stage 1 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
21st & 23rd July 10:00 – 10:30am 30 mins, 2 day course Pre-school Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
28th & 30th July 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 2 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
30th July 11:00 am 1 hour Stage 1 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
28th & 30th July 10:00 – 10:30am 30 mins, 2 day course Stage 1 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
4th & 6th August 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 2 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
4th & 6th August 10:00 – 10:30am 30 mins, 2 day course Stage 1 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
4th & 6th August 10:30 – 11:00am 30 mins, 2 day course Pre-school Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
25th  & 27th August 9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 2 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
25th & 27th August 10:00 – 10:30am 30 mins, 2 day course Stage 1 Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
25th & 27th August 10:30 – 11:00am 30 mins, 2 day course Pre-school Irlam & Cadishead Book online →
22nd July
23rd July
24th July
9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Swinton & Pendlebury Book online →
5th August
6th August
7th August
9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Swinton & Pendlebury Book online →
19th August
20th August
21st August
9:00 – 10:00am 1 hour Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Swinton & Pendlebury Book online →
29th July – 31st July 9:15 – 9:45am 30 mins Stage 2
Stage 1
Pre-school
Worsley Book online →
29th July – 31st July 9:45 – 10:15am 30 mins Stage 2
Stage 1
Pre-school
Worsley Book online →
29th July – 31st July 10:15 – 10:45am 30 mins Stage 2
Stage 1
Pre-school
Worsley Book online →
5th, 6th, 7th August 9:15 – 10:15am 1 hour Stage 2
Stage 1
Pre-school
Worsley Book online →
12th, 13th, 14th August 9:15 – 10:15am 1 hour Stage 2
Stage 1
Pre-school
Worsley Book online →

 

Synchro
Looking to try something new? Come and try Synchro!

Synchro (Artistic swimming) is a combination of gymnastics and dance in the water! In the session, swimmers will learn the basic techniques of the sport and also have fun learning routines.

This 1-hour taster session is open to children aged 7-12 years at Stage 5+ or a similar ability.

£10 per child.

Book by contacting your local leisure centre.

Please contact Head Coach, Jessica Fletcher at jessica.fletcher@scll.co.uk if you’d like more information.

Date Time Leisure Centre
Tuesday 28th July 10:00 – 11:00am Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre
Wednesday 26th August 9:00 – 10:00am Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre
Girl and boy smiling in swimming pool
Dive into fun at our popular Splash Sessions – perfect for families and young swimmers!

Enjoy a lively session with floats, games and plenty of laughter in the pool. For safety, all children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult (18+).

Sessions running from 20th July to 28th August 2026.

Prices:

  • Adult: £4.90
  • Junior: £3.30
  • Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children): £14.20
  • Members: FREE

No pre-booking needed. Simply pay at reception on arrival. Sessions are available on a first come, first served basis.

Days Time Leisure Centre
Wednesdays & Thursdays 1-2pm and 2-3pm Broughton
Mondays & Wednesdays 11am-12pm and 1-2pm Irlam & Cadishead
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1-2pm & 2-3pm Swinton & Pendlebury
Mondays & Wednesdays 1-2pm Worsley

We will also be running SEND Splash sessions from 20th July to 24th August:

  • Mondays / 10-11am / Worsley Leisure Centre
Woman and baby in pool
Make a splash with the whole family at our Family Swim Sessions this summer!

Whether you’re looking to enjoy some quality time together or help your little ones build confidence in the water, our sessions are perfect for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

Extra sessions will run every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from Monday 20th July to Wednesday 26th August at  Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre on the following dates:

Sessions

Irlam & Cadishead (Small Pool)

Dates

Times
Monday 20th, Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 22nd July 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Monday 27th, Tuesday 28th, Wednesday 29th July 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Monday 3rd, Tuesday 4th, Wednesday 5th August 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Monday 10th, Tuesday 11th, Wednesday 12th August 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Monday 17th Tuesday 18th, Wednesday 19th August 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Monday 24th, Tuesday 25th, Wednesday 26th August 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Cost

£12.50 for a family of 4.

No pre-booking needed. Simply pay at reception on arrival. Sessions are available on a first come, first served basis.

Inflatable session

This Summer, we will be running a new inflatable session at Worsley Leisure Centre!

When

Every Friday from 1.30-2.30pm starting 24th July to 28th August.

Cost

£5 for a 45-minute session.

Suitability

Ages 8-14 years of age and must be able to swim 25 metres comfortably, swimming test will be completed prior to using the inflatable.

Booking

Book onto the session here →

Breaststroke

This Summer, we are running varied Stroke Development Workshops at Worsley Leisure Centre. They aim to improve the basic stroke principles and develop correct timing of the stroke.

£7.20 per child, book by contacting your local leisure centre.

Sessions

Stroke type Date Time
Front crawl Wednesday 26th August 9:15 – 10:15 – Stage 5 & 6
10:15 – 11:15am – Stage 3 & 4
Breast stroke Thursday 27th August 9:15 – 10:15 – Stage 5 & 6
10:15 – 11:15am – Stage 3 & 4
Butterfly stroke Friday 28th August 9:15 – 10:15 – Stage 5 & 6
10:15 – 11:15am – Stage 3 & 4

 

Man and child in pool

Join our Family Lifesaving Sessions this Summer and learn essential water safety and lifesaving skills as a family!

These interactive sessions are designed to help children and adults build confidence in and around the water while learning practical skills that could help keep themselves and others safe.

Each session includes one hour in the pool, where families will learn water safety awareness, basic rescue techniques, and lifesaving skills through fun, practical activities. Participants will then spend one hour learning CPR, gaining valuable knowledge and hands-on experience that could help in an emergency situation.

What to expect

  • 1 hour of practical lifesaving activities in the pool
  • 1 hour of CPR training and emergency response skills
  • Fun, family-friendly water safety challenges
  • Confidence-building exercises in and around the water
  • Guidance from qualified instructors
  • A supportive environment suitable for a range of swimming abilities

Who can take part?

These sessions are designed for families to participate together. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Join us this summer to learn potentially life-saving skills and boost your confidence around water. Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your place.

Session dates

  • Wednesday 19th August
  • Thursday 20th August
  • Friday 21st August

£20 for a family of 1 adult and 2 children per session.

Suitable for ages 4 and over.

Booking

Call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.