Its Olympic year 2012 and there can be no better way to keep fit and active than enjoying a 'free' swim at a local city leisure centre.
The summer 2011 free swims initiative
re-introduced by the City Mayor proved
a splashing success with young people aged 16 years and under with nearly 30,000 visits across the city's local
swimming pools.
The City Mayor's pledge will once again provide the city's young people with an added incentive and opportunity to stay healthy and active.
The Free swims initiative will once again be available during key school holiday programmes during 2012:
- Easter - Monday 2nd to Thursday 5th April & Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th April 2012
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Summer - Weeks Commencing 30th July, 6th August, 13th August and 20th August 2012
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Autumn - 22nd to 26th October 2012
Please note: Free swims are available to young people 16 and under who in live in the city. To ensure a smooth process, young people are encouraged to bring along some proof of their current postal address.
Local sports facilities already offer free weekly swim sessions within the current sports programme for young people 16 and under who in live in the city:
- Braunstone Leisure Centre - 12.00 - 1pm, Sundays
- Cossington Street Sports Centre - 9 - 12noon, Sundays
- New Parks Leisure Centre - 12.30 - 3.30pm, Saturdays
- Spence Street Sports Centre - 2 - 4pm, Saturdays
Further activities are available for parents and toddlers. You can also book swimming lessons at any City Council swimming pool.
Local sports facilities already offer free weekly swim sessions for young people 16 and under who in live in the city within the current sports programme:
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Despite the withdrawal of free swim funding by the Government, we are pleased to confirm that Leicester City residents aged 60 and over will continue to receive all activities including swimming, free of charge at Leicester City Council sports facilities.
Further details can be found on The Card application form which can be downloaded from the website, or picked up in any of the Leicester sports facilities. Proof of address will be required when applying.
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Enjoy Swimming, have fun.... and get fit!
There are many other fun sporting activities for young people to enjoy at our centres including rock climbing, basketball, tennis and funky dance mat dancing!
For general Sports information, email us at sports.services@leicester.gov.uk
