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Changes to Active North Yorkshire coming soon

This summer, we are introducing a number of changes across Active North Yorkshire to create a simpler, clearer and more consistent experience across all sites. These include simplifying our membership options, moving to a new, single booking system and updating the names of our swim sessions and group exercise classes so they are easier to understand when booking.

Read answers to frequently asked questions about what these changes mean for you, including timelines, new options and how your current membership may be affected.

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A child wearing armbands enjoying a swim at Selby swimming pool
Summer holiday fun sessions
Make a splash with exciting swimming fun this summer.

Dive into summer with Active North Yorkshire

Swimming is a great way for kids to stay active and build water confidence.

This summer, we are running a range of fun and affordable sessions across our leisure and wellbeing hubs.

From just £1.10, enjoy crash courses, inflatables, wave sessions and plenty of fun in the water.

With 13 leisure and wellbeing hubs across North Yorkshire, there is something for everyone.

Crash courses, fun and float sessions and family fun at Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Fun and floats

These sessions are a wet and wild fun session with lots going on! The pool is transformed into a fun-filled playground, perfect for adding an extra level of energy and challenge. The sessions are open to all ages and abilities, making them perfect for families, groups, or individuals looking for an inclusive way to have fun in the water.

Day Time
Mondays 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Wednesdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Thursdays 3:45pm to 5:45pm
Fridays 2:30pm to 4pm
Sunday 10am to 11am

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Family fun sessions

Our family fun sessions are a great way to enjoy the pool, splash about to music, and have some fun with floats. Juniors must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Date Time
Sundays 9am to 10am

Holiday crash course lessons

These lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 27 July

Day Time
Stage 1 - Tuesday to Friday 9:15am to 9:45am
Stage 2 - Tuesday to Friday  9:45am to 10:15am
Stage 3 - Tuesday to Friday  10:15am to 10:45am

Week commencing 3 August

Day Time
Stage 1 - Tuesday to Friday  9:15am to 9:45am
Stage 2 - Tuesday to Friday  9:45am to 10:15am
Stage 3 - Tuesday to Friday  10:15am to 10:45am

Book today at reception or contact Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.
 

Inflatable fun, crash courses and dive camps at Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Inflatable fun sessions

Get ready for high-energy excitement with our inflatable fun sessions. Perfect for kids who love to jump, slide and play. These sessions offer a safe and lively environment packed with giant inflatables and plenty of smiles.

Day Time
Mondays 1.45pm to 3.15pm
Tuesdays 10.15am to 11.45am
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 1.45pm to 3.15pm
Saturdays and Sundays 1.15pm to 2.45pm

You can book sessions at Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub via the Active North Yorkshire App or at reception.

Holiday crash course lessons

These lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 27 July

Day Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday  9.30am to 10am
Stage 3 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 4 - Monday to Friday 9.30am to 10am

Week commencing 10 August

Day Time
Stage 5 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 6 - Monday to Friday  9.30am to 10am
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday 9.30am to 10am

Week commencing 17 August

Day Time
Junior beginners - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday  9.30am to 10am
Stage 3 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 4 - Monday to Friday 9.30am to 10am

Week commencing  31 August

Day Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday  9.30am to 10am
Stage 4 - Monday to Friday  9am to 9.30am
Stage 5 - Monday to Friday 9.30am to 10am

Book today at reception or contact Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Dive camps

These camps offer an exciting opportunity for swimmers to build confidence and develop their diving skills in a safe, supportive environment. Perfect for swimmers looking to try diving for the first time or those wanting to refine their technique, our camps provide structured, engaging sessions, with plenty of guidance.

Weeks commencing 20 July, 3 August and 24 August

Day Time
Monday, Thursday and Friday  9am to 9.30am

Book today at reception or contact Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Inflatable fun sessions and slides at Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Get ready for high-energy excitement with our inflatable fun sessions. Perfect for kids who love to jump, slide and play. These sessions offer a safe and lively environment packed with giant inflatables and plenty of smiles.

Day Time
Mondays to Fridays 1pm to 2:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays 1:30pm to 3pm

Book this session at  Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub the Active North Yorkshire App or at reception.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Get ready for a big swim with everything the pool at Northallerton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub has to offer

Big swim

This is a fun filled session the whole family will love, with waves to ride and a flume slide for nonstop excitement!

Day Time
Mondays 9:15am to 11:45am and 2:15pm to 3:45pm
Tuesday to Fridays  10:15am to 11:45am and 1:15pm to 3:45pm
Saturdays 10:15am to 3pm
Sundays 10:30am to 3pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Northallerton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub. 

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Fun and float sessions, Friday pool parties and crash courses at Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Fun and floats sessions

These sessions are a wet and wild fun session with lots going on! The pool is transformed into a fun-filled playground, perfect for adding an extra level of energy and challenge. The sessions are open to all ages and abilities, making them perfect for families, groups, or individuals looking for an inclusive way to have fun in the water.

Date Time
Wednesdays 2pm to 3:45pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Friday pool parties

Our Friday pool parties focus on fun and play, with floats, games, and plenty of opportunity to splash and socialise with others.

Date Time
Fridays 6:15pm to 7:15pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Holiday crash course lessons

These lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 20 July

Date Time
Stage 1 and 2 – Monday to Friday 3:pm to 4pm

Week commencing 27 July

Date Time
Stage 3,4 and 5 – Monday to Friday 3pm to 4pm

Week commencing 3 August

Date Time
Stage 6+ – Monday to Friday 3pm to 4pm

Book today at reception or contact Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Fun sessions and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification training at Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub – The Jack Laugher Centre

Fun and floats sessions

These sessions are a wet and wild fun session with lots going on! The pool is transformed into a fun-filled playground, perfect for adding an extra level of energy and challenge. The sessions are open to all ages and abilities, making them perfect for families, groups, or individuals looking for an inclusive way to have fun in the water.

Date Time
Monday to Fridays 2:15pm to 3:45pm
Saturdays 2:30pm to 3:45pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub – The Jack Laugher Centre. 

Get ready for high-energy excitement with our inflatable fun sessions. Perfect for kids who love to jump, slide and play. These sessions offer a safe and lively environment packed with giant inflatables and plenty of smiles.

Date Time
Sundays 2:30pm to 3:45pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub – The Jack Laugher Centre.

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses provide comprehensive training for anyone looking to become a qualified pool lifeguard.

Week commencing 17 August - Monday to Sunday (excluding Thursday) 

Book this course at reception or by contacting Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub – The Jack Laugher Centre..

You can find out more about the training courses we provide on our Active North Yorkshire courses page.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Crash courses and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification at Selby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses provide comprehensive training for anyone looking to become a qualified pool lifeguard.

Week commencing 17 August - Monday to Sunday (excluding Thursday) 

Book this course at reception or by contacting Selby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can find out more about the training courses we provide on our Active North Yorkshire courses page.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Holiday crash course lessons

Holiday crash course lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 20 July

Date Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 9am to 9:30am
Stage 2- Monday to Friday 9:30am to 10am
Stage 3 – Monday to Friday 10am to 10:30am

Book this course at reception or by contacting Selby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Inflatable fun sessions, crash courses and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification training at Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Get ready for high-energy excitement with our inflatable fun sessions. Perfect for kids who love to jump, slide and play. These sessions offer a safe and lively environment packed with giant inflatables and plenty of smiles.

Date Time
Monday and Tuesdays 1:15pm to 2:45pm
Wednesdays 10:15am to 11:45am
Thursday, Friday and Saturdays 1:15pm to 2:45pm
Sundays 1pm to 2:30pm

Book this session at  Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub the Active North Yorkshire App or at reception.

Holiday crash course lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 20 July

Date Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 3pm to 3:30pm
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4pm

Week commencing 27 July

Date Time
Stage 3 - Monday to Friday 3:00pm to 3:30pm
Stage 4 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4:00pm

Week commencing 3 August

Date Time
Junior Beginners - Monday to Friday 3pm to 3:30pm
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4pm

Week commencing 10 August

Date Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 3pm to 3:30pm
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4pm

Week commencing 17 August

Date Time
Stage 3 - Monday to Friday 3pm to 3:30pm
Stage 4 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4pm

Week commencing 24 August

Date Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 3pm to 3:30pm
Stage 2 - Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 4pm

Book this session at reception or by contacting Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses provide comprehensive training for anyone looking to become a qualified pool lifeguard.

Week commencing 20 July - Monday to Saturday

Book this course at reception or by contacting Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

You can find out more about the training courses we provide on our Active North Yorkshire courses page.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification training, Slide and family fun sessions at Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses provide comprehensive training for anyone looking to become a qualified pool lifeguard.

Week commencing 27 July - Monday to Saturday

Book this session at reception or by calling Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Slide and family fun sessions

Come along and try out our inflatable slide in the main pool – guaranteed to add excitement to your schedule this summer!

 

Date Time
Wednesdays 2:15pm to 3:15pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Family fun sessions

Our family fun sessions are a great way to enjoy the pool, splash about to music, and have some fun with floats. Juniors must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Date Time
Sundays 12:30pm to 1:30pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

Inflatables, family fun, crash courses and more at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Slide and family fun sessions

Come along and try out our inflatable slide in the main pool – guaranteed to add excitement to your schedule this summer!

Date Time
Tuesdays 1:30pm to 2:30pm

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Fun and floats sessions

Fun and floats sessions are a wet and wild fun session with lots going on! The pool is transformed into a fun-filled playground, perfect for adding an extra level of energy and challenge. The sessions are open to all ages and abilities, making them perfect for families, groups, or individuals looking for an inclusive way to have fun in the water.

Date Time
Fridays 10:45am to 11:45am

No pre-booking required, just pay on the door at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

Family fun sessions

Our family fun sessions are a great way to enjoy the pool, splash about to music, and have some fun with floats. Juniors must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Date Time
Saturdays 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Holiday crash course lessons

Holiday crash course lessons are an excellent way to build confidence and develop skills in a short, structured period. These sessions are ideal for complete beginners who are just being introduced to the water, helping them become comfortable, safe, and confident step by step. They are also highly beneficial for more experienced swimmers who would like focused support to improve specific elements of their technique.

Week commencing 3 August

Date Time
Stage 1 - Monday to Friday 8am to 8.30am
Stage 2 – Monday to Friday 8.30am to 9am
Stage 3 – Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9am
Butterfly/Breaststroke - Tues, Wed, Thurs 8am to 8:30am
Stage 6 – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8am to 8:30am

Week commencing 3 August

Date Time
Stage 7 – Monday to Thursday 8am to 8:30am
Stage 6 – Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 9am

Week commencing 17 August

Date Time
Stage 1 – Monday to Friday 8am to 8:30am
Stage 3 – Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9am
Stage 4 – Monday to Thursday 8am to 8:30am
Stage 5 – Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 9am

Week commencing 24 August

Date Time
Stage 1 – Monday to Friday 8am to 8:30am
Stage 3 – Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9am
Stage 4 – Monday to Thursday 8am to 8:30am
Stage 5 – Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 9am

Book these sessions at reception or by contacting Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification training at Starbeck Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification NPLQ courses provide comprehensive training for anyone looking to become a qualified pool lifeguard.

Week commencing 20 July - Monday to Saturday

Book this session at reception or by calling Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

You can find out more about the training courses we provide on our Active North Yorkshire courses page.

You can also see times for general swims on our timetables page.


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