Swimming Lessons

Adult Swimming Lessons

Dive into fitness with our six-week adult swimming lessons at Mardyke Arena UCC. Bookings for December course (which rill run till January 2025) open on the Mardyke Arena UCC App. 

Monday 7pm Beginner/8pm Improver
Tuesday 7pm Beginner/8pm Deep end
Wednesday 10am Improver/11am Beginner
Wednesday 8pm Beginner/9pm Deep end
Thursday 8pm Beginner/9pm Improver

Beginner Level:
For non-swimmers or those nervous in water, this class introduces basic flotation and movement in a 0.8m shallow pool. The focus is on building confidence, relaxing, and having fun while learning fundamental skills. Once comfortable, you’ll be ready to advance.

Improvers Level:
For swimmers who can float and glide on their stomach and back. Held in a 25m pool with a depth of 1.0m, this class focuses on learning front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke. You’ll refine your technique and master breathing skills, with an introduction to deep water towards the end of the course to prepare for the advanced level.

Advanced Level:
This class is for refining strokes and improving overall technique. Advanced skills such as stroke improvement, breathing control, diving, and tumble turns are covered. Held in a 1.8m deep pool, you’ll swim half-lengths and practice with flippers. The butterfly stroke is introduced, and we can help you plan swimming drills for personal training.

Pricing:

  • Members/UCC staff: €85
  • Non-members: €95
Children Swimming Lessons

Upcoming Childrens Swimming Assessments

Our Swim Assessment waiting list will reopen for booking on Monday 16th December at 10am. These assessments will take place for children to join our February 2025 course.
Please note that booking a swim assessment will not automatically guarantee you a space on our February 2025 course.
The waitlist will be limited, and an assessment date and time will be given to those who secure a space.
Unfortunately, as soon as we reach our limit for the waiting list, we will be unable to accept any additional children. As soon as spaces become available, we will update this page.
Bookings will be taken via the below link only. No bookings will be taken via phone or in person.

Link to Book Swim Assessment

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Swimming Lessons cater for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years. Our swimming lessons cater for children of all abilities and our experienced staff will be on hand to assist and encourage all children to progress from Level 1 to Level 5. We offer a lane-swimming programme to children who have completed Level 5, to continue to develop their stamina and skills in the water.

All children are required to complete a pre-assessment before joining lessons. These assessments are carried out before each term begins.

Assessments are limited and unfortunately booking a swim assessment will not guarantee a space in lessons. Spaces in our lessons are dependent on children moving up a level.

Course Days & Times

Level 1 – 5

  • Monday – Friday: 15:30, 16:15 & 17:00
  • Saturdays: 09:00, 09:50, 11:00, 11:45 & 12:30

Lane Swimming

  • Monday – Friday: 17:40

For more information, please contact our receptionist on 0214904751 or by email childrensactivity@ucc.ie