We can help you learn how to swim and improve your technique
We offer swimming lessons for adults with qualified instructors who are able to advise and guide you on all aspects of swimming.
All classes are taught following Swim England’s Learn to Swim pathway, with beginners to improver swimmer sessions available.
Swimming classes for adults at Bakewell Swimming Pool
Join us on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for our adult swimming lessons. Suitable for all levels from ‘Be Water Confident’ all the way through to ‘Be a Master Swimmer’.
- Tuesday: 11:15am and 12:00pm
- Wednesday: 6:30pm
Did you know?
One in five adults in England are unable to swim - that's more than nine million people – despite swimming being the most popular participation sport in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Adults learn in different ways and everyone has their own reasons for wanting to learn to swim. Our adult classes take this into account, providing individual goals and targets suitable for those aged 16+.
Absolutely! We firmly believe that you are never too old to learn how to swim. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to improve technique, our instructors will help you achieve your individual swimming goals.
Unfortunately, we do not have our own parking facilities, but you can use the public car park in the centre of Bakewell.
Non-members are welcome to use our centre. You can pay-as-you-go for all activities.
We don’t have a cafe on site but do have vending machines with hot and cold drinks and snacks available.
Our swimming lessons for adults take place at Bakewell Swimming Pool & Gym, Granby Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ES. Can’t make it to Bakewell? We also run adult swimming lessons at Ashbourne Leisure Centre on Thursdays at 5:30pm and at Arc Leisure Centre in Matlock on Mondays at 5:30pm and 6:15pm.