Downside School

Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Radstock BA3 4RJ

About the location

Our swimming lessons take place in the sports center within the grounds of Downside School. The school is just 25 minutes from the world heritage city of Bath and are situated in 500 acres of glorious English countryside.

Downside School
View of Downside pool
Overview of Downside School
Overview of Downside School

Location details

Address & directions

We’re situated on the A367 Fosse Way, a short journey from the A37 or A361

Enter via the main entrance to the School and follow the driveway to the main school buildings. Park on the right hand side for visitors outside reception, the swimming pool is located down the path on the right (running alongside the drive) in the sports centre.

Pool details

  • 1.5 – 2.5 metres deep
  • 24 metres in length
  • The heated pool is approximately 28°c
Parking
  • Free onsite parking
  • At the end of the driveway is parking for visitors along the right hand side outside reception. Please park there and walk along the path to the sports centre where the pool and changing rooms are situated – please see map.

Downside Map

 

Available lessons

Swimtots

DELETE Swimtots discovery - NEW!!

Introduce your baby or toddler to the world of water! Fun games, confidence-boosting activities and lots of exploration.

We give you the tools to get your started. Know what to do when you are in the water with your little one, learn how to help them splash and keep them safe. **Adult must be in the water.

There are currently no 'Swimtots' lessons available at this location.

Swimtots Level 1

Introduction to water and safety awareness. Basic swimming movements and water confidence skills. Swimmers may use arm bands, floats etc. **Adult must be in the water.

AUTUMN : 11:30 SAT Swimtots adult and child class, level 1/2 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:30 - 12:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN: 10:00 FRI Swimtots adult and child class, level 1/2 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:00 - 10:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

Swimtots Level 2

Developing confidence, entries and exits. Introduce floating and travel. **Adult must be in the water.

AUTUMN : 11:30 SAT Swimtots adult and child class, level 1/2 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:30 - 12:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN: 10:00 FRI Swimtots adult and child class, level 1/2 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:00 - 10:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

Swimtots Level 3

Start of independent swimming with assistance from floatation aids. Breathing techniques to build strength, stamina and confidence. **Adult must be in the water.

AUTUMN: 10:30 FRI Swimtots adult and child class, level 3/4 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:30 - 11:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

Swimtots Level 4

Children discover how to move through the water; promoting independence and encouraging confidence in the water. **Adult must be in the water.

AUTUMN: 10:30 FRI Swimtots adult and child class, level 3/4 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:30 - 11:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

Private lessons 1:1

Private swimming lessons offer personal and continuous support as you learn to swim. They are designed to provide personal instruction and help with specific skills such as improving stroke technique or reducing anxiety for both children and adults.

Lessons are booked in half-term blocks of 5-7 weeks depending on the length of the term.

Children must be 4 years old and above to take private lessons.

There are currently no 'Swimtots' lessons available at this location.
Learn to Swim

Learn To Swim Stage 1

AUTUMN : 10:30 SAT Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 2 spaces remaining.

AUTUMN : 11:00 SAT Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:00 - 11:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 16:00 FRI Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 16:00 - 16:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 16:00 THUR Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 07/12/23 - 14/12/23

These lessons run on Thursdays from 16:00 - 16:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 16:30 THUR Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 07/12/23 - 14/12/23

These lessons run on Thursdays from 16:30 - 17:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 17:00 MON Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:00 - 17:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 17:00 WEDS Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 17:00 - 17:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 5

AUTUMN : 17:30 MON Learn to swim stage 1 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:30 - 18:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 4

Learn To Swim Stage 2

AUTUMN : 10:30 SAT Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 10:30 - 11:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Rhian MacKenzie

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 16:00 THUR Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside

Term dates: 07/12/23 - 14/12/23

These lessons run on Thursdays from 16:00 - 16:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Jasmine Holdsworth

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 16:30 FRI Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 16:30 - 17:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 17:30 WEDS Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 17:30 - 18:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 1 space remaining.

AUTUMN : 18:00 MON Learn to swim stage 2/3 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN: 17:00 MON Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:00 - 17:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 2 spaces remaining.

AUTUMN: 17:30 MON Learn to swim stage 2 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:30 - 18:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Louise Sayer

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

Learn To Swim Stage 3

AUTUMN : 11:30 SAT Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:30 - 12:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Rhian MacKenzie

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 5

AUTUMN : 16:00 FRI Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 16:00 - 16:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Teacher to be confirmed

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 16:30 THUR Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside

Term dates: 07/12/23 - 14/12/23

These lessons run on Thursdays from 16:30 - 17:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Jasmine Holdsworth

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 17:00 WEDS Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 17:00 - 17:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 18:00 MON Learn to swim stage 2/3 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN : 18:00 WEDS Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN: 17:00 MON Learn to swim stage 3 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:00 - 17:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Louise Sayer

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 1 space remaining.

Learn To Swim Stage 4

AUTUMN : 16:30 FRI Learn to swim stage 4/5 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 16:30 - 17:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Teacher to be confirmed

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 17:30 MON Learn to swim stage 4 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 17:30 - 18:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 1 space remaining.

AUTUMN: 17:30 WEDS Learn to swim stage 4 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 17:30 - 18:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 4

Learn To Swim Stage 5

AUTUMN : 11:00 SAT Learn to swim stage 5/6 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:00 - 11:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Rhian MacKenzie

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 5

AUTUMN : 16:30 FRI Learn to swim stage 4/5 - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 16:30 - 17:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Teacher to be confirmed

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 18:00 MON Learn to swim stage 5- Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Hurry! Only 2 spaces remaining.

AUTUMN : 18:00 WEDS Learn to swim stage 5/6 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

Learn To Swim Stage 6

Technique development and stamina building for those children who have mastered the basics. Swimming lengths and 8 children in a class.

AUTUMN : 11:00 SAT Learn to swim stage 5/6 - Downside

Term dates: 09/12/23 - 16/12/23

These lessons run on Saturdays from 11:00 - 11:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Rhian MacKenzie

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 5

AUTUMN : 18:00 WEDS Learn to swim stage 5/6 - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 3

AUTUMN: 18:00 MON Learn to swim stage 6/7 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Louise Sayer

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

Learn To Swim Stage 7

The last stage of the Learn to Swim programme. Competition skills, mastering the strokes and building stamina. Swimming lengths and 8 children in a class.

AUTUMN: 18:00 MON Learn to swim stage 6/7 - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:00 - 18:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Louise Sayer

Monthly Fee: £62.50

Spaces remaining: 6

Learn To Swim Stage 8

There are currently no 'Learn to Swim' lessons available at this location.

Learn to Swim Stage 9

There are currently no 'Learn to Swim' lessons available at this location.

Private Lessons 1:2

Private swimming lessons offer personal and continuous support as you learn to swim. They are designed to provide personal instruction and help with specific skills such as improving stroke technique or reducing anxiety for both children and adults.

Lessons are booked in half-term blocks of 5-7 weeks depending on the length of the term.

Children must be 4 years old and above to take private lessons.

There are currently no 'Learn to Swim' lessons available at this location.

Private lessons 1:1

Private swimming lessons offer personal and continuous support as you learn to swim. They are designed to provide personal instruction and help with specific skills such as improving stroke technique or reducing anxiety for both children and adults.

Lessons are booked in half-term blocks of 5-7 weeks depending on the length of the term.

Children must be 4 years old and above to take private lessons.

There are currently no 'Learn to Swim' lessons available at this location.
Adult lessons

Adult advanced

For 18+ who want to swim effortlessly. Smooth, seamless strokes you can be proud of.

Learn more efficient strokes. Learn how to dive and tumble turn or train for an event and swim laps of the pool.

We improve: breathing techniques, timing and swim skills. We develop your strokes with coaching tips to build stamina and speed.

Please choose 'Adult improver' if this course seems too much for you. If you can already float, kick or move through the water or if you want to learn how to swim out of your depth then Adult improver is your course.

If you are nervous of the water, cannot float or have a fear of getting your face wet then please choose 'Adult beginner'.

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

Adult beginners

For 18+ who have little or no experience of swimming. This is particularly for people who are nervous of the water or who have a fear of deep water.

If you are wanting to improve your basic strokes and build stamina, you should choose 'Adult improver'.

AUTUMN : 10:00 FRI Adult Beginners - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:00 - 10:30.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 4

AUTUMN : 18:30 MON Adult Beginners - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:30 - 19:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 4

AUTUMN : 18:30 WEDS Adult Beginners - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 18:30 - 19:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 4

Adult improver

For 18+ who want to improve their basic strokes, breathe properly and build stamina.

We also cover:
*Diving, snorkeling, tumbleturns and handstands!

If you are nervous of the water or have a fear of deep water then please choose 'Adult beginner'.

AUTUMN : 10:30 FRI Adult Improvers - Downside

Term dates: 08/12/23 - 15/12/23

These lessons run on Fridays from 10:30 - 11:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 4

AUTUMN : 18:30 MON Adult Improvers (Lengths) - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:30 - 19:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Louise Sayer

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 5

AUTUMN : 18:30 MON Adult Improvers (widths) - Downside (**Includes lessons on Bank Holidays)

Term dates: 11/12/23 - 11/12/23

These lessons run on Mondays from 18:30 - 19:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Beckie Corbitt

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 6

AUTUMN : 18:30 WEDS Adult Improvers - Downside

Term dates: 06/12/23 - 13/12/23

These lessons run on Wednesdays from 18:30 - 19:00.

Location: Downside School

Teacher: Julie Le-cowley

Monthly Fee: £70.00

Spaces remaining: 6

Aqua Fit & General Swim Membership (16+ only)

Enjoy a combined membership for Aqua & a general swim, this membership is for 16 yrs +

Aqua Fit sessions (16+)

45 min session which includes a warm-up, cardio and strength-training exercises, and a cooldown.

***If you are nervous of the water, have a serious medical condition or need assistance to get into the pool please contact us before booking***

Your General Swim Membership allows you to swim as many times as you wish, during any of the 'General Swim' times posted on the timetable.

A section of the pool is made available for General Swimming. It may be a lane, a width or 3/4 of a length, depending on the time of day.

Spaces are limited and are first-come, first-serve. If the pool is full, you may be turned away.

Please note: Other classes may be happening at the same time as your general swim session, they could potentially be noisy, splashy and create waves.

They include:
Aqua fit / swimming lessons (all ages) / mermaid swimming or lifesaving

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

Aqua Yoga

Aqua Yoga offers a gentle and easy way to enjoy movement and breathing by using the support of the warm water in a really magical environment.

The Aqua Yoga course presents a combination of original exercises - many of them classic yoga postures - adapted to water, that have been found to be especially beneficial to those who suffer joint pain or mobility issues.

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

Family Swim

Admissions Policy:

Please note the guidelines and admission policy is applicable at all pools unless stated.

There is a maximum of 18 places available for a General Swim (30mins).

Every member of the family must be booked on to swim. registered as a swimmer and booked into the lesson. If you are the parent / carer of the swimmer you must

Children aged between 2 and 3 must be accompanied by an adult (over 16) on a one to one ratio. Under 2s are not permitted to swim. The venue does not permit it.

Children between 4 and 7 must be accompanied by an adult (over 16) on a two to one ratio.

Children aged 8 and over can enter the pool unaccompanied.

ALL under 4s must wear a floatation aid. The floatation aid must be attached to the child. For example, armbands, floatation vests or a float with an attachment. Swim rings without a seat or hand held woggles are not accepted as floatation aids.

All children must be supervised at all times. Parents / Carers are not permitted to leave the poolside.

We recommend all 4 - 7 year olds to wear armbands or floatation vests.

Swimming ability is judged on its own merits by the swim teacher / lifeguards on shift.



There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

General swim membership

Your General Swim Membership allows you to swim as many times as you wish, during any of the 'General Swim' times posted on the timetable.

A section of the pool is made available for General Swimming. It may be a lane, a width or 3/4 of a length, depending on the time of day.

Spaces are limited and are first-come, first-serve. If the pool is full, you may be turned away.

Please note: Other classes may be happening at the same time as your general swim session, they could potentially be noisy, splashy and create waves.

They include:
Aqua fit / swimming lessons (all ages) / mermaid swimming or lifesaving

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

Private Lessons 1:2

Private swimming lessons offer personal and continuous support as you learn to swim. They are designed to provide personal instruction and help with specific skills such as improving stroke technique or reducing anxiety for both children and adults.

Lessons are booked in half-term blocks of 5-7 weeks depending on the length of the term.

Children must be 4 years old and above to take private lessons.

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

Private lessons 1:1

Private swimming lessons offer personal and continuous support as you learn to swim. They are designed to provide personal instruction and help with specific skills such as improving stroke technique or reducing anxiety for both children and adults.

Lessons are booked in half-term blocks of 5-7 weeks depending on the length of the term.

Children must be 4 years old and above to take private lessons.

There are currently no 'Adult' lessons available at this location.

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