Last updated: 18 February 2026
Next review: 18 February 2027
Swimming is a full-body workout that’s gentle on joints, and you can go at your own speed. In Waltham Forest there are pools for casual swims, confidence-building sessions, and some free swimming options, keeping swimming affordable.
Women & Girls Swimming
What: Women-only pool sessions
Who: Women and girls
When: Dates to be confirmed
Where: Local leisure centres
Cost: Low cost
Find out more about Women & Girls Swimming
SEND Friendly Swimming
What: Inclusive swim sessions
Who: SEND
When: Mondays, 4.30pm to 6.30pm
Where: Leyton Leisure Centre
Cost: Free
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Under-18s Free Holiday Swimming
What: Free school holiday swims
Who: Under 18
When: School holidays
Where: Local leisure centres
Cost: Free
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Mama Swim Sessions
What: Peer support to enable mothers with babies to have an independent swim
Who: Mothers with babies
When: Mondays and Thursdays, 10am to 12pm
Where: Feel Good Centre
Cost: Low
Find out more and book via Better App
Over 60s Free/Discounted Swimming
What: Off-peak swims
Who: Over 60s
When: Flexible
Where: Local leisure centres
Cost: Free or discounted
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Disability Swimming Sessions
What: Supported swim slots
Who: Disabled people
When: Dates to be confirmed
Where: Local leisure centres
Cost: Free
Find out more about Disability Swimming Sessions
Waltham Forest Diving Club
What: Diving lessons
Who: Ages 6 and over
When: Weekly
Where: Feel Good Centre
Cost: First session free
Contact: admin@wfdc.org.uk
Find out more about Waltham Forest Diving Club
Swim for Confidence (Chingford Leisure Centre)
What: Adults who haven’t swum before or haven’t swum in a while
Who: Adults
When: Thursdays, 1pm to 2pm (5 February to 12 March 2026)
Where: Chingford Leisure Centre
Cost: £15 for 6 weeks or £3 per session (Pay at reception by card)
Women Only Swim for Confidence (Leyton Leisure Centre)
What: Women who haven’t swum before or haven’t swum in a while
Who: Women
When: Thursdays, 10.30am to 11.15am (5 February to 12 March 2026)
Where: Leyton Leisure Centre
Cost: £15 for 6 weeks or £3 per session (Pay at reception by card)
Swim for Confidence (Feel Good Centre)
What: Adults who haven’t swum before or haven’t swum in a while
Who: Adults
When: Mondays, 12.45pm to 1.30pm (2 February to 9 March 2026)
Where: Feel Good Centre
Cost: £15 for 6 weeks or £3 per session (Pay at reception by card)
Swim for Confidence (Leytonstone Leisure Centre)
What: Adults who haven’t swum before or haven’t swum in a while
Who: Adults
When: Wednesdays, 2.30pm to 3.30pm (4 February to 11 March 2026)
Where: Leytonstone Leisure Centre
Cost: £15 for 6 weeks or £3 per session (Pay at reception by card)