Swimming
Whether you want to hone your technique, have fun with your family, or just dive in we have a session for you in one of 12 pools across Edinburgh.
£6.99 PAYG
10 Venues
12 swimming pools across Edinburgh with an Edinburgh Leisure Membership
Swimming at Edinburgh Leisure
Whether you are looking to swim solo or enjoy time with your family, we offer sessions at 12 pools across Edinburgh. You can swim in the city’s only 50-metre pool or choose from 11 other pools.
Additionally, you can relax in our saunas and steam rooms or visit Edinburgh’s last remaining Victorian Turkish Baths.
For full details of our different swimming pools and what they offer, please see below.
Swimming at Edinburgh Leisure
Our Family Fun Swim, Womens Only sessions and 1-2-1 coaching are pre-book only which you can do in the timetable above or via the app.
Our Swim Classes and pool fitness classes are bookable at this link here or via the app.
Lane Swimming, Casual Swimming, Relaxed Swimming and Buddy Swimming are drop in only. Please check the individual activity pages for times and availability.
Drop in Sessions
These sessions are not bookable. You can just drop in to these sessions when they are available. Please check the activity page for more information, timetables and available venues.
Lane Swimming
Enjoy lane swimming sessions across Edinburgh. Our pools split into different lanes at the lifeguard’s discretion.
More Information and Timetables
Casual Swim
Open to all, our casual swim sessions mean you can enjoy the water however you wish.
More Information and TimetablesRelaxed Swim
Our adult only relaxed sessions are split across the width of the pool for shorter lengths.
More Information and TimetablesBuddy Swimming
Buddy Swimming is for older adults who need support due to loss of confidence or ill health.
Ageing Well volunteers help participants improve strength and flexibility.
Pre-Book Sessions
These sessions require pre-booking. This can be done on our website or via the app. Please check the activity pages for more information, timetables and available venues.
Swim Classes
Develop your stroke technique and improve your fitness in the swimming pool with a swim training class.
Find out more and BookWomens Only Swim Sessions
Leith Victoria Swim Centre offers women-only casual swimming sessions. These sessions are on every Saturday 15.30 – 16.30.
Family Fun Swim Sessions
Make a splash with all the family in these 55 minute open-water sessions. With floats, sinkers and toys available, it’s great fun for children and grown-ups alike.
Book NowInflatable Fun
Special family fun swim sessions featuring a large pool inflatable for extra excitement and adventure.
Available only at Gracemount Leisure Centre and sessions are pre-book only via the website or app.
1-2-1 Coaching
An individual session adapted to your specific requirements. Open to all ages and abilities, our expert coaching team will help you reach your goals quicker with 1-2-1 swim lessons. Whether it’s building confidence or perfecting your technique, our team can help. 25 minute or 50-minute sessions are available to book.