Swimming Lessons

Adult Swimming Lessons – February 2026 Bookings

Dive into fitness with our 6-week Adult Swimming Lessons at Mardyke Arena UCC.
Bookings for Feb 2026 are open the Mardyke Arena App.

Schedule

February 2026 Class Times:

  • Monday: 7pm Improver, 8pm Deep End, 9pm Beginner

  • Tuesday: 7pm Beginner, 8pm Improver

  • Wednesday: 10am Beginner, 11am Improver

  • Thursday (morning): 10am Beginner, 11am Improver

  • Thursday (evening): 7pm Beginner, 8pm Improver, 9pm Deep End

Week Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
1 23rd Feb 3rd Feb 4th Feb 5th Feb
2 2nd March 10th Feb 11th Feb 12th Feb
3 9th March 17th Feb 18th Feb 19th Feb
4 16th March 24th Feb 25th Feb 26th Feb
5 23rd March 3rd March 4th March 5th March
6 30th March 10th March 11th March 12th March

 

Beginner Level

Ideal for non-swimmers or those nervous in water, this class introduces basic flotation and movement in a 0.8m shallow pool. You’ll build confidence, learn to relax, and enjoy the water while mastering fundamental skills. Progression to the Improvers Level is encouraged once comfortable.

Improvers Level
For swimmers who can float and glide on their front and back, this class takes place in a 25m pool with a depth of 1.0m. Focus areas include front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke, with a gradual introduction to deep water towards the end of the course to prepare for advanced levels.

Deep End
Designed for swimmers aiming to refine strokes and improve overall technique, this class includes stroke improvement, breathing control, diving, and tumble turns. Held in a 1.8m deep pool, you’ll practice half-lengths, swim with flippers, and learn the butterfly stroke. The course also includes tips on swimming drills for personal training.

Pricing:

  • Members/UCC staff: €90
  • Non-members: €100
Children Swimming Lessons

Feb 2026 Course Swimming Assesment is Fully Booked.

The next assessments will open for booking on Monday March 23rd 2026 for the September 2026 lessons. Booking Link would be updated here.

Please note that booking a swim assessment does not automatically guarantee a space in the course.

  • The waitlist will be limited, and an assessment date and time will be provided to those who secure a spot.
  • Once we reach the waitlist limit, we will be unable to accept any additional children. If spaces become available, we will update this page.
  • Bookings will only be taken via the link above. No bookings will be accepted via phone or in person.

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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

 

Rookie Lifeguard Waiting List

📢 Coming Soon: Rookie Lifeguard Programme 📢

We are excited to introduce the Rookie Lifeguard Course! This programme is perfect for young swimmers who want to build water safety skills, learn essential lifesaving techniques, and have fun in a supportive environment.

What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Water safety awareness
✔️ Rescue techniques
✔️ Essential first aid skills
✔️ Confidence in the water

New Course Coming Soon!