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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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One of our lifeguards on duty during a swimming lesson
Learn to swim
Whether young or old, swimming is a great way to keep fit and have fun.

Swimming lessons

Swimming is one of the best ways to improve fitness, relax and a life skill that is never too late to learn. We have a wide range of fun and all-inclusive lessons to encourage you to take that first step in the pool, you will be splashing around in no time!

We run lessons seven days a week at various times during the day and they run all year round except for the Christmas holidays.

For those wishing to make waves immediately, one-to-one lessons are available as well as intensive courses during the holiday periods.

  • Swimming lessons in the Hambleton area

    Find out about our swimming lessons in the Hambleton area.
  • Swimming lessons in the Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon area

    Find out about our swimming lessons in the Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon area.
  • Swimming lessons at Richmond Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

    Find out about our swimming lessons at Richmond Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.
  • Swimming lessons in the Selby area

    Find out about our swimming lessons in the Selby area.
  • Swimming lessons at Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

    Find out about our swimming lessons at Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

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