Our Swimming Pool
Join us at Braintree Swimming and Fitness for lane swimming, family sessions, lessons, Aqua Aerobics and more. Swimming is not only a fun way to stay active but also a valuable life skill that can be enjoyed by all ages.
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Our Swimming Facilities
Main Pool
25-metre pool suitable for general swimming, swim lessons and pool based activities
Lane Swimming
Lane swimming can help build your fitness and strengthen your stroke technique
Floats and Fun Sessions
Fun sessions for all the family to enjoy
Aqua Aerobics
Our Aqua Aerobics classes are designed to help improve stamina, strength and suppleness
Fun Pool
A small pool perfect for the whole family to have fun in
Swimming Lessons
Our team of highly qualified and passionate swim instructors provide lessons for infants from 3 months old with no upper age limit for children wanting to learn to swim. Click Enquire Now to register your interest.
Did you know?
A gentle swim can burn over 200 Kcal in half an hour and regular weekly swimming can lead to improved sleep patterns and lower stress levels.
Our Swimming Pool Timetable
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we have our own parking facilities here at Braintree Swimming & Fitness.
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 you will find vending machines with hot and cold drinks and snacks available.
Yes, we offer a variety of pool party options. Please enquire for options and to book.
Our swimming pool is open every day for swimming lessons, family swim sessions, adult only lane swimming and much more. Please see the Braintree Swimming & Fitness timetable for further details.
The Main Pool is 1.1m at the shallow end and 2.0m at the deep end. The Fun Pool goes from 0 to 0.8m.
Yes. Braintree Freeport railway station is only a three-minute walk from our centre, and we are also served by the 38 and 38A bus routes.
Our fantastic pool is located at Braintree Swimming & Fitness, Charter Way, Braintree, CM77 8YJ. Can’t make it to Braintree? Head over to our Find Another Centre page to locate a pool near you.