Chester-le-Street pool timetable

Chester-le-Street pool information, including timetables (school term time and holidays) and what's available in our pool.

Free weekend swimming and Splashability sessions are available for children and young people aged 18 and under. Apply for a free under 19s Thrive Card in advance of your first session. Please be aware that some of our swim sessions have an age limit and our supervision ratios apply.

Our timetable is subject to change, and swim times may be disrupted due to activity set up.

Aqua class descriptions

Exercise classes in a pool!

Aqua circuits

This all-time favourite class is a great interval training workout. Mix up your routine with a variety of body conditioning and cardio-vascular exercise stations. Circuits work nearly every element of fitness from speed to strength. Our instructors will motivate you when the going gets tough, but be prepared to be challenged.

Aqua cycle

An underwater spin on a traditional cycling class, Aqua cycle involves pedalling against the resistance of the water, while the buoyancy reduces the impact on your muscles and joints.

Aqua fit

Experience all the benefits of an aerobics class but in the water. Water adds support and resistance to your body and our instructors will make sure this resistance is maximised to increase the intensity of your workout. If you thought a water workout was easy, then think again.

Aqua jog

Running in water is a great way to add some variety to your exercise routine. This class uses aquajog belts to help you keep your balance upright in the water. You can work at your own pace, so whether you are a regular land runner looking for something to compliment your training regime, or you want some low impact exercise, this class can be tailored to suit you.

Aqua jump

Using underwater trampolines, this instructor led class is filled with fun, high energy and will give you a great workout.

Aqua pole

Using water resistance for a waistline workout and buoyancy to replicate gymnastic style flexibility and improve core strength.

Aqua Zumba

Splash your way into shape with an invigorating low-impact aquatic exercise. Known as the Zumba® "pool party", Aqua Zumba gives new meaning to the idea of a refreshing workout. Integrating the Zumba philosophy with traditional aquatic fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba® blends it all together into a workout that's cardio-conditioning, bodytoning and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.

Tidal

This 30 minute intense water based class, high intensity/low impact making it suitable for a variety of fitness levels and abilities.

Prices

Save on every swim and aqua class, when you buy a Thrive card. Call in or contact us for more information

General and lane swimming

General swim sessions are open to all ages and abilities, great for families to create their own fun.

Group	Price
Non Thrive cardholder	£4.20
Thrive cardholder	£3.80
Concession	£2.80
Under 18s	Free during the holidays
Family or group swim (up to four people)	£11

Aqua classes

Class	Price
Aqua classes (30 minutes) - non Thrive cardholder / Thrive cardholder / concession	£4.20 / £3.20 / £2.70
Aqua classes (45 minutes) - non Thrive cardholder / Thrive cardholder / concession	£5.50 / £4.50 / £3.60
Aqua classes (60 minutes) - non Thrive cardholder / Thrive cardholder / concession	£6.50 / £5.50 / £4.20

Memberships

If you are interested in becoming a member, see our leisure centre memberships or swim memberships page for more information.

Pool information and facilities

large (25m) pool, depth 1m to 2m
small pool, depth 0.7m to 1m
changing village with family changing facilities
lockers - £1 returnable
disabled shower room
disabled access throughout the building
baby change
swim items for sales from high street brands Adidas and Speedo

Your family's safety - supervising children

We operate an admissions policy to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

Children under eight years must be accompanied by an adult. Children who are eight years and older can be admitted to a swimming pool without an accompanying responsible adult but should be able to swim 25 meters confidently.

Our supervision ration for children under 8 years is as follows:

Pool type	Children's age	Number of adults
All other pools	0 to 3 years	One adult per one child
All other pools	4 to 7 years	One adult per two children

This policy applies to children under the age of 8 years and is specifically for our general swimming, fun sessions and pool parties.

The following will be refused entry to the pool (or possibly to the whole building at the discretion of the Operations Manager on duty);

No child under the age of 8 years to be admitted to a swimming pool unless accompanied by a responsible parent or adult 16 years or older.
A responsible adult is defined as someone aged 16 years or older and capable of supervising the child in a competent manner.
Where children under the age of 8 years are accompanied by a responsible adult, a maximum number of two children per adult is permitted for children aged 4-7 years and one child per one adult if the child is under 4 years.

The following will be refused entry to the pool (or possibly to the whole building at the discretion of the Operations Manager on duty);

any child who is, or appears to be, under the age of 8 years who is, or appears to be, unaccompanied by a responsible person 16 years or over
any child under the age of 8 years who is accompanied only by someone who is or appears to be under 16 years
any child under the age of 8 years who is accompanied by someone deemed not to be a responsible person
those who are, or are suspected to be, under the influence of alcohol or drugs
persons barred from the pool/building for previous misdemeanours
anyone deemed unfit to swim for health reasons
anyone without an adequate and decent swim wear
anyone who is abusive / violent on arrival
any person at the discretion of the operations/duty officer or the aquatics coordinator
anyone without a valid swim ticket or membership