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Holiday Activities

Holiday Swim School Short Courses

 Our daily learn-to-swim lessons are suitable for children 4 years and over. Children will learn essential swimming skills to ensure they understand how to be safe in and around water. These courses are available for beginners to the most advanced swimmers.

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09:00 Junior Foundation - Non Swimmer (Over 4yrs )
09:30 Junior Development - Top Up Class (Over 4yrs)
10:00 Junior Foundation - Top Up Class ( Over 4yrs)

 

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Swim for All

Crystal Palace National Sports Centre's ‘Swim for All’ sessions are perfect if you’re looking to swim with your family & friends, build on your water confidence, work on newly developed strokes or float your stresses away. ‘Swim for All’ is suitable for all ages.

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Family Fun Swim

Family Fun Swim at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre offers an affordable and enjoyable aquatic experience for all ages. With a welcoming atmosphere and lifeguard supervision, families can splash, play, and bond together in a safe environment.

Sessions run daily (during holiday times) from 10am-3pm in the Teaching Pool.

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Junior Gym

A dedicated time and space for all juniors to have their essential gym workouts.

Our Fitness instructors will be on hand to give 11-17-year-olds advice or a training programme to designed meet their individual goals, including learning how to use cardiovascular and strength equipment.

During school holidays our junior gym times are:

Monday to Friday: 10am-12pm and 3:30pm-6pm
Weekends: 12-2pm

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Tennis Short Courses

For those who prefer getting sporty on dry land, Crystal Palace National Sports Centre are offering a three-day mini-tennis camps. Why not pick up a racket and get active with tennis during the holidays. These camps are for ages 3-9 years.

Booking is required for the Tennis Short Course, simply click on the BOOK NOW button and login/create a Lessons and Courses account.

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