Swim 4 Life

What is Swim 4 Life ?

Derbyshire Dales District Council will provide people aged 60 and over and people aged 16 and under with free admission to the our swimming pools.
 
The new initiative, called Swim 4 Life is part of a national initiative to encourage more people to take up swimming to stay active and healthy.
 
Free Swimming is funded by the government and the district council and will last for two years, starting on 1 April 2009. After the two year period, it is likely that the normal charges will be reintroduced.  

Who is eligible for Free Swimming?

• People who are aged 60 and over

• People who are aged 16 and under

What proof is needed and how do I get a Swim 4 Life card?

You will need to complete a short application form and provide evidence of  your age, such as a driving licence, passport, pension, B-Line card or Birth Certificate. 
 
If you are eligible you will be given a free Swim 4 Life membership card with you need to use to access free swimming at each of the our swimming pools. 

You may also use this card at any public swimming pool in Derbyshire and gain free entry. 
 
As the Free Swimming Scheme will probably only last for two years, we suggest that you keep your existing Active Leisure membership card, if you have one, to use afterwards.

What happens if I lose my Swim 4 Life card or forget to bring it to the swimming pool?

You will have to pay £1.50 to get a new Swim 4 Life membership card.

What is free to use?

You can go to the following sessions free of charge:  

• Public Swimming 

• Lane Swimming

• 50+ Session (if you are over 60)

• Adults only Swimming Sessions

• Women and Girls Swimming Sessions 

What is not free to use?

All swimming lessons, club activities, aqua fit, party hire, hydrotherapy, water polo classes, fun sessions.
 
More details are available through the website derbyshiredales.gov.uk or by calling your local Leisure Centre
 
Ashbourne Leisure Centre           
Tel: 01335 343712

Bakewell Swimming Pool             
Tel: 01629 814205

Matlock Lido                             
Tel: 01629 582843

Wirksworth Leisure Centre           
Tel: 01629 824717