Wet and Dry Activities Programme at the Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community CentreActivity Descriptions
Public Swimming:
A session open to all members of the public with no age restrictions. Juniors and seniors can swim free of charge during these sessions if registered with the Welsh Assembly Free Swimming Initiative.
Sedate Swimming:
A more leisurely, sedate pace of swimming, followed by tea/coffee, biscuits and a chat in the Cafe Bar afterwards, all for just £2.10 per person. This session is included in the over 60's free swimming initiative with an additional charge of 85p for the refreshments.
Ladies Night:
As the name suggests, this is a session aimed specifically at women only.
Rookie Lifeguard:
For 8-14 year olds, you will learn about general water safety, basic first aid and life saving skills. You must be capable of swimming 4 lengths of the pool to attend this session.
Aqua Aerobics (Aqua Fit):
Tone up to music in the comfort of the water. This is an energetic session designed for both men and women for an all over body workout. Using the natural properties of water (creating buoyancy) this activity is non weight bearing and therefore puts 50% less direct stress on the joints when compared to traditional aerobics. There is no need to be able to swim - you choose the depth of water that you are comfortable with.
Adult Swimming Confidence Sessions:
A session designed for beginner and novice adult swimmers to learn how to swim, develop water confidence and improve swimming technique.
Priced at £2.50 per session (or free of charge if registered with the 60+ free swimming initiative)
Aqua Tots:
A Parent and baby/toddler swimming session aimed at giving your child early water confidence when the pool is peaceful and quiet. By using floats toys and songs, this is a fun session for you and your little one. The price of £2.50 even includes tea/coffee and biscuits in the Cafe Bar afterwards - a great opportunity to have a chat with the other Parents.
Tiny Tumblers:
Suitable for babies as soon as they can walk up to pre-school age. Teaches how to stretch, move, balance and jump through the use of nursery rhymes and games – a fun session for both of you!
Dance Class:
For children of all ages, just £1.60 per session. Variety of dance styles taught including disco, funky jazz, street and hip hop.
Netball Coaching:
In the Main Hall for children aged 8-15 years, just £1.60 per session.
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