Swimming Lessons at Perdiswell Leisure Centre
Baby and Children’s Swimming Lessons
We provide lessons for children aged 3 months old with no upper age limit for children wanting to learn to swim.
Adult Swimming Lessons
We offer adult swimming lessons for beginners or stroke improvement sessions for the more advanced swimmer.
Intensive Swimming Lessons
We provide intensive swimming lessons during school holidays. These are an excellent way to improve confidence and technique.
Benefits of being a member of Perdiswell Swim School
Did you know about the fantastic rewards you receive when your child enrols in our learn to swim programme?
- 10% off Holiday Clubs*
- 10% off your child's birthday party at Perdiswell LC*
- Child swims for FREE at all open swim sessions
- Discounted Worcester fitness membership (3 sites)
- Referral scheme - Refer a friend & get next month half price!
To find out more - speak to one of our friendly team!
*applies to the child on the learn to swim programme
In Partnership With Swim England
We work in partnership with Swim England to deliver a high quality Learn to Swim Programme for all ages and abilities.
All our swimming instructors are trained to deliver the Swim England Swim Programme and are fully DBS checked.
Looking for baby swimming lessons in Worcester?
Getting your baby used to the water as early as possible will help teach them valuable life skills about staying safe in and near water. Here at Perdiswell Leisure Centre, we have lessons for infants as young as 3 months old, allowing them to learn basic water skills through play. It’s a lot of fun for parents and carers too!
Tracking Your Child’s Progress
Perdiswell Leisure Centre has systems in place to allow you to track your child’s swimming lesson progress online. Check with our Perdiswell team for more information.
Other related facilities available at our centres
Shop
We stock all the essentials you will need for your swim including costumes, zoggs goggles and other swimming aids. Visit our displays in reception to find out more
Cafe
After your swim or swimming lesson, why not stay a while and get yourself a drink or snack in one of our fully stocked cafés.
What our customers say about us
Since joining I have been able to fully throw myself into working out and have enjoyed it much more than any other gym I've been at before..
Gracie
I love being part of Perdiswell's community! The classes are great and the instructors are so motivational- I highly recommend..
Jasmine
I enjoy coming to Perdiswell because the staff are all very welcoming and friendly. The facilities are clean, and overall is a lovely centre.
Olivia
I've use several gyms around Worcester and for me Perdiswell is my favourite. The facilities are always immaculate and the staff are friendly.
Ellis
Frequently Asked Questions
You do not require a membership to visit the centre however it is advised as this gives you access to additional benefits.
Our swimming pool is open every day with swimming lessons, family swim sessions, adult only lane swimming and much more all available. Please see the swimming timetable for more information.
Please note- we do offer hire of our swimming pools for events such as swimming galas. Restrictions may be in place during these events.
The gym is open 06:00 - 22:00 on weekdays and 07:00 - 20:00 on weekends.
Please note junior gym times are as follows: 3:30pm-6:30pm Monday- Friday. Outside of those times juniors may use the gym but need to be accompanied by somebody over the age of 16.
Yes, we have a large free car park. Our car park has disabled parking bays as well as parent and child parking spaces.
We have a wide range of classes so you are bound to find the right one to suit you. You can be sure that you’ll have a great time building your fitness and improving your self-confidence. We have over 100 instructor led classes per week. These include Body Combat, Body Pump, Zumba, Body Balance, HIIT, Indoor Cycling, Pilates, Aqua Fit and many more!
Please note exercise classes are available for 14 years old and over.
You can book through reception or book through the website using our online form.
We offer junior fitness memberships from aged 12 and full memberships are available from aged 18.
Yes, we do- please see details below:
Leisure Centres Concessionary Rates - Eligibility Criteria
Advance 25 - up to 25 % reduction on fees and charges (Memberships and Pay as you go)
Juniors (under 18), Individuals in receipt of State Pension, Full-Time Students.
Under 25's on the following: Modern Apprenticeships, NVQ Training Schemes and Life Skills Training.
Corporate Membership.
In order to receive the Advanced 25 benefits above you are also required to be a resident of Worcester.
Advance 50 - up to 50 % reduction on fees and charges (Pay as you go only)
Carer's Allowance, Child Tax Credit, Council Tax Benefit (not discount schemes), Employment & Support Allowance, Foster Carers and Children, Housing Benefit, Income Support, Jobseekers Allowance, Pension Guaranteed Credits, Working Tax Credit, kindship carers, care leavers, looked after children and independent looked after children.
In order to receive the Advanced 50 benefits above you are also required to be a resident of Worcester.
Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance of the class do not incur any charges. If you cancel within 24 hours and we can't fill your space or if you fail to attend, an arrear will be added to your account.
Yes, we have lockers available for both our wet and dry side facilities. Please note: our lockers require padlocks and you can purchase these from reception or you can bring your own padlock.
Some children are more naturally competent and confident in the water and therefore will progress faster. Other children are slower to learn but can quite often become stronger and more proficient swimmers as they progress.
The swimming pool at Perdiswell Leisure Centre is 25 metres long and 12.5 metres wide.
Our swimming lessons take place at Perdiswell Leisure Centre, Bilford Road, Worcester, WR3 8DX. You can also find lessons at our sister site Malvern Splash Leisure Complex.
Not found what you need?
If you need help with anything, please visit our help centre or get in touch!