Make a Splash: Edinburgh's Premier Diving Programme Expands

From Olympic aspirations to first-time divers, Edinburgh Leisure is expanding its prestigious diving programme at the Royal Commonwealth Pool. With 120 new spaces available from February 22nd, this marks an exciting return to pre-pandemic capacity and beyond.

The 'Commie Pool' stands as the east of Scotland's crown jewel for diving excellence, featuring world-class facilities that include multiple springboards, platforms reaching up to 10m, and a state-of-the-art dry land training area. The comprehensive facility offers everything from trampolines and tumble racks to specialised diving boards with crash mats – all designed to build confidence and perfect technique safely.

"Our expanded programme opens doors for everyone, from age 3 to Masters level," says Vicki Tomlinson, dive co-ordinator and GB judge at Paris 2024. "Whether you're seeking a new challenge or dreaming of following in the footsteps of British diving stars like Jack Laugher and Grace Reid or Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix, our world-class coaching team is here to guide you."

The expansion includes:

• 70 additional junior spaces across all skill levels
• 50 new weekday spaces in Dive Skills 1
• Enhanced pre-school programme with convenient Wednesday and Friday sessions
• Expanded Masters' class availability

Leading the programme's evolution is Adam Smallwood, the newly appointed Performance Lead Coach, whose impressive track record includes coaching British diving elite. This appointment strengthens the valuable partnership between The University of Edinburgh, Aquatics GB, Scottish Swimming and Edinburgh Leisure, positioning Edinburgh as a powerhouse for developing future diving talents.

The Royal Commonwealth Pool's legacy includes hosting prestigious events such as the 2014 Commonwealth Games and 2018 European Championships. And, this same Olympic-standard facility is accessible to the local community, with flexible public diving sessions available without pre-booking.

Experience the thrill of diving in a facility that has launched countless careers and created countless memories. Whether you're 5 or 50, the expanded programme has a place for you. 

Ready to take the plunge? 

Visit www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/activities/coaching-courses/divingto secure your spot in Edinburgh's premier diving programme.

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