Summer Activities at Plymouth Active
Discover what’s on offer this summer at Plymouth Active!
Summer Swim Courses
We’re excited to let you know that our summer swim courses will be available throughout the summer holidays!
These sessions are a fantastic opportunity for swimmers to make rapid progress in a short space of time. Whether your child is looking to build confidence, improve technique, or learn key skills intensively, our highly qualified and experienced coaches are here to help.
We offer a couple of options and a variety of times, so choose what suits you!
Summer Crash Courses
Running Monday to Friday for just £42.50 per week, these daily 30-minute lessons are the perfect way to rapidly boost your child’s water confidence and progress in the pool. We are offering sessions for all abilities across five action-packed weeks starting July 27th, including standard Stages 1-5, lifesaving Rookie Lifeguard training (Stages 6+), advanced Technical Stroke Development (Stages 6-10), and a thrilling final week of Aqua Skills & Fun featuring water polo, starts, turns, and exciting relay races.
With strict limits on class sizes – including just 8 spaces per session for our final week – spots always fill up incredibly fast. Don’t miss out on an amazing summer of swimming; stop by reception, call our team at 01752 606900, or reserve your spot online right now!
1:1 Intensive 30-minute swim sessions
Priced at £145 for a full Monday–Friday week, these personalised 30-minute daily lessons (with time slots allocated between 9:30 AM and 12:00 PM) are perfect for building confidence, improving technique, and learning key skills intensively with our highly qualified coaches.
We expect both of these fantastic programs to fill up incredibly quickly, so don’t wait to secure your preferred week!
To secure a place, please email us with your preferred week. Time slots will then be allocated and confirmed based on availability.
Junior Gym Activities
At Plymouth Life Centre, our Junior Activities offer a fantastic way for young people to stay active, build strength, and develop healthy habits. From energetic group cycling and HY-NRG classes to guided gym floor sessions, we provide a safe and supportive environment for them to kickstart their fitness journey.
All bookable via the Plymouth Active App.
Junior Gym Session
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 11:00 (Weekdays Only)
- 14:00 (Weekends Only)
- 15:00 (Weekends Only)
- 17:00
Junior HY-NRG Classes
- Tuesdays
- 16:15 with Jakki
- HY-NRG Studio
Junior Gym Floor Classes
- Starting Thursday 16th July
- 09:30 with Jakki
- Gym Functional Area
Junior Group Cycling
- Starting Tuesday 21st July
- 10:30 with Chris
- Spin Studio
More Junior Inductions!
- 10:15 (Weekdays Only)
- 10:30 (Weekends Only)
- 11:15 (Weekdays Only)
- 16:00
- 17:00
Climbing
Reach new heights this summer with our exciting Climbing Crash Courses! Perfect for kids and teens aged 5 to 18 years old, these sessions are a fantastic way to build strength, confidence, and technique on the wall in a safe, fun, and supportive environment.
Courses are running across four action-packed weeks this August:
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4th – 6th August
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11th – 13th August
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18th – 20th August
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25th – 27th August
Spaces are sure to fill up fast, so secure your child’s spot today!
These are 3 days long each week and each course. It’ll be a 90 minute session and running 12.30-2pm on all dates. Price: £67.50
Never tried climbing before, or just looking to give it a quick go? We are also running fantastic Taster Sessions throughout August! These introductory sessions are the perfect way to get a feel for the wall, build some confidence, and learn the basics under expert guidance.
To make it easy to read, we’ve grouped the schedule below:
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Tuesdays & Thursdays (4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, 25th, & 27th August):
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11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
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2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
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Wednesdays (5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th August):
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1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Can’t make it during the week? No problem! We are also running our regular Weekend Climbing Tasters throughout the summer. Whether you are looking for an exciting weekend activity for the kids or just want to try something totally new, join us every Saturday and Sunday for an action-packed introduction to the wall.
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Saturdays: 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM & 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Sundays: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Spaces for our tasters are limited, so be sure to book your slot in advance and come give it a try!
Holiday Club
Our vibrant holiday club provides a safe and fun environment where your children can experience a wide range of activities, from swimming and science workshops, to climbing and arts and crafts. Our holiday club is delivered by experienced staff who provide a safe and welcoming experience where your children will have fun and make new friends. We cater for children 6 to 11 years and operate with this summer holiday from 08:00 to 17:00.
There is also FREE Fit & Fed Spaces available 09:00 – 15.00.
To book please email via the button below:
Fit & Fed on Tour
Join us this summer for Fit and Fed on Tour! We are absolutely delighted to be working in partnership with Plymouth City Council’s Fit and Fed programme to bring free community days to our local parks. Running from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, these fantastic events include packed lunches for the children, and the programme proudly offers funded holiday club places for children on benefit-related free school meals. Come along, get active, and enjoy a great day out with the family at the following locations:
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Tuesday, 4th August: Victoria Park
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Tuesday, 11th August: Tothill Park
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Tuesday, 18th August: Ernesettle Green
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Tuesday, 25th August: Central Park
We can’t wait to see you there for a fun-filled day in the community!
What else is Happening?
Step out and get active with your little one this summer by joining our brand-new Buggy Walking class at the Plymouth Life Centre! Led by our friendly instructor, Donna, this 6-week programme is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some fresh air, gently build your fitness, and connect with other parents and caregivers in the community.
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Start Date: Tuesday, 21st July (Running for 6 weeks)
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Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
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Meeting Point: Outside the front entrance of the Plymouth Life Centre
Grab your buggy, lace up your trainers, and come enjoy a wonderful morning walk with us!
Keep active and have fun in the sports hall this summer with our flexible Pay As You Go (PAYG) sessions! Whether you’re a badminton enthusiast looking for some casual “No Strings” court time or eager to jump into the fast-paced fun of pickleball, we’ve got you covered. Running throughout the summer holidays, these drop-in sessions are just £4.50 each, making it easier than ever to grab a racket or paddle and get playing.
Join us on the courts at the following times:
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Mondays (27th July – 24th August): 10:30 AM – 12:25 PM
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Tuesdays (28th July – 25th August): 8:05 PM – 10:00 PM
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Thursdays (30th July – 26th August): 8:05 PM – 10:00 PM
Simply drop in, pay as you go, and we’ll see you on the court!
Make a splash this summer with our newly added Public Diving sessions! Whether you are looking to practice your technique, build your confidence, or simply experience the thrill of the diving boards, we have opened up even more opportunities for you to take the plunge.
Check out the extra drop-in sessions available throughout July and August:
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Mondays (27th July; 3rd, 10th & 17th August): 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Wednesdays:
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29th July; 5th & 12th August: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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19th August: 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM
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Thursdays (30th July; 6th, 13th & 20th August): 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM & 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Fridays (31st July; 7th, 14th & 21st August): 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Spaces are available to book now, so come along and enjoy some extra time on the boards!
Summer at Plympton Swimming Pool
Get ready for an action-packed Summer (27th July – 31st August) and October Half-Term (26th – 30th October) at Plympton Swimming Pool! We have a fantastic lineup of activities available to book right now:
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Inflatable Fun Swims: Mondays & Saturdays
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£1 Family Swims: Wednesdays
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Family Fun Swims: Sundays
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Adult Gentle Swims: Tuesdays & Thursdays
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1:1 Swim Crash Courses: Running all summer long to boost your child’s progress!
August Bank Holiday Open Weekend Don’t miss our massive open weekend event! We are opening our doors for Free Family Fun Swims and Free gym sessions so you can try out our brand-new equipment. We’re also offering Free swim lesson assessments – plus, if you join our swim school during the weekend, we will completely waive your activation fee!