West Wight Swimming Club

Overview

West Wight Swimming Club is a long‑established, community‑focused swimming club that uses the pool facilities at West Wight Sports and Community Centre on the Isle of Wight. The club follows a multi‑skilled and inclusive approach, offering opportunities for both disabled and able‑bodied swimmers to develop skills, confidence and a lifelong love of swimming.

The club promotes the art of swimming for safety, health and happiness, providing pathways from learning to swim through to competition, coaching development and life‑saving qualifications. Sessions are delivered during term time and offer structured progression in a supportive club environment.

Please note: West Wight Swimming Club sessions are delivered by an external club and are not included in West Wight Sports and Community Centre memberships.

What the Club Offers

West Wight Swimming Club provides a wide range of swimming and aquatic development opportunities, including:
  • Competitive swimming
  • Diving
  • Masters swimming
  • Swimming lessons
  • Life‑saving and lifeguarding pathways
  • ASA Helpers, Assistant Teacher and Teacher courses
  • RLSS life‑saving qualifications
  • Pool Lifeguard (PLG) qualification support
This broad programme allows swimmers to progress at their own pace, whether their goal is fitness, competition, teaching or developing safety skills.

Benefits of Joining West Wight Swimming Club

Being part of West Wight Swimming Club offers a range of physical, social and mental well‑being benefits:
  • Improves swimming technique and fitness – Structured training supports skill development and endurance.
  • Builds confidence and discipline – Regular sessions encourage goal‑setting and progression.
  • Inclusive and accessible – Welcoming to disabled and able‑bodied swimmers alike.
  • Develops life‑saving skills – Promotes safety, responsibility and awareness in the water.
  • Supports long‑term involvement in swimming – Pathways into coaching, teaching and lifeguarding.
  • Encourages teamwork and community – Club swimming supports social connection and belonging

Get Involved

To find out more about West Wight Swimming Club or how to join, please contact:
Lottie James
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Details

  • Instructor : Delivered by West Wight Swimming Club coaching team
  • Location : Main Pool
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    Young Olympians
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    Tuesday and Friday 18:30 – 19:30
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    Development Squad
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    Tuesday and Friday 18:30 – 20:00
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    Term Time Only

Price:

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Additional notes :

  • Sessions are delivered by an external swimming club
  • Membership of West Wight Swimming Club is required
  • Not included in Diamond Class or Diamond Plus memberships
  • Booking: Please contact the club directly

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