Swimming Pools
Overview
The swimming pools at West Wight Sports and Community Centre on the Isle of Wight provide high‑quality, accessible facilities for people of all ages and abilities. With both a Main Pool and a Learner Pool, we offer a wide range of swimming activities, lessons, fitness classes and specialist sessions for the local community and visiting families alike.
Whether you are learning to swim, training for fitness, taking part in aqua classes, enjoying family fun sessions or attending specialist training, our pools are designed to support safe, inclusive and enjoyable use throughout the year.
Main Pool
Our Main Pool is a 25‑metre by 13‑metre pool and is the deepest swimming pool on the Isle of Wight, reaching a depth of 3 metres. It is also the only pool on the Island with two diving boards, making it suitable for a wide variety of activities, including training, diving, and specialist sessions.
The shallow end starts at 1 metre deep and is fully accessible, with steps and a hoist capable of supporting wheelchair users. This ensures safe and inclusive access for swimmers with additional needs, rehabilitation requirements or reduced mobility.
The Main Pool is used for activities such as:
- Lane swimming and fitness swimming
- Adult and children’s swimming lessons
- Fun Hours and family swim sessions
- Lifeguard training and safety courses
- Sub‑Aqua and SCUBA pool sessions (delivered by external clubs)
- Canoeing and kayaking pool skills sessions
- Swim fitness and training sessions
Learner Pool
Our Learner Pool is ideal for young children, beginner swimmers and specialist sessions such as aqua mobility and rehabilitation‑style exercise.
- Depth: 0.8 metres throughout
- Size: 12 metres x 4.75 metres
Like the Main Pool, the Learner Pool is fully accessible, with steps and a hoist to support safe entry for those who need assistance. Water toys and floats are available to help younger children build confidence and develop early swimming skills in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Activities commonly held in the Learner Pool include:
- Baby and toddler swimming sessions
- Beginner children’s swimming lessons
- Adult beginner lessons
- Aqua Mobility classes
- Smaller, quieter pool sessions
Swimming and Pool Activities
We offer a wide range of pool‑based activities at West Wight Sports and Community Centre, including:
- Public swimming
- Lane swimming
- Adult‑only swimming sessions
- Children’s and adult swimming lessons
- Baby and toddler swimming
- Aqua Mobility and Aqua Aerobics classes
- Fun Hour family sessions
- Swim fitness sessions
- Lifeguard training courses
- School holiday pool activities
- SCUBA and Sub‑Aqua sessions (third‑party providers)
- Canoeing and kayaking pool skills sessions
Our programme is designed to support physical activity, confidence, safety and well‑being at every stage of life.
Private Hire
Both the Main Pool and Learner Pool are available for private hire, with qualified lifeguards included. Private hire is suitable for:
- Birthday parties
- Training camps
- Swimming galas
- Club sessions
- Sub‑Aqua and specialist training
- Bespoke events
Please contact the Centre to discuss availability and requirements.
Opening and Special Sessions
Our swimming pools are open seven days a week, with a varied programme of swimming sessions, lessons and exercise classes running throughout the year.
Popular sessions include:
- Fun Hours every Sunday
- Additional Fun Hours and activities during school holidays
Timetables vary, so we recommend checking the latest schedule before attending.
A Brief History of the Pools
The swimming pools at West Wight Sports and Community Centre were built by our own swimming club—an outstanding example of community commitment and collaboration. This achievement was recognised nationally when the project was awarded Community Project of the Year at the 2013 Amateur Swimming Association Awards.
You can learn more about the story behind the Centre and its pools by visiting our history page.
Each year, the Centre also organises the Solent Swim, a remarkable fundraising challenge where participants swim from the mainland to the Isle of Wight. This iconic event raises vital funds to support the charity that runs West Wight Sports and Community Centre, helping ensure our facilities remain accessible for generations to come.
Details
adult swim:
under 4:
child swim (4-19):
fun hour (4+):
Additional notes :
- The centre has both a Main Pool and a Learner Pool, suitable for different ages and abilities
- Accessible entry is available, including steps and a hoist
- Activities vary by pool, day and time
- Booking: Recommended for popular sessions
- Some activities are delivered by third‑party clubs
- Timetables and availability may change during school holidays
- Public swim sessions are included in Swim and Diamond Plus memberships