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Swimming

Use swimming and gym facilities for free in Southwark, get free swimming lessons if you’re a beginner aged 16 or older.

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Free swimming lessons

Southwark residents can get free swimming lessons. Beginners' courses last 12 weeks and are available at all our leisure centres.

Get full details about free swimming lessons

You’ll need to be:

  • a non-swimmer 
  • aged 16 or over

Residents over 60 and those with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Free lessons are available from: 

How to book 

Everyone who wants a swimming lesson place must register, even if they’re already a member of a Southwark leisure centre.

Find out how to book your free swimming course.

If you need help to fill in an application, ask at your local leisure centre or library.