Dolphins Swim Scheme

A swimming programme for those with physical or mental impairments is set to make an even bigger splash with sessions at Surrey Sports Park in Guildford and Tandridge Leisure Centre, thanks to Active Surrey and a Surrey-based trust.

Dolphins swim sessions are designed to be friendly and open to anyone who feels their physical or mental health would benefit from joining one of the assisted groups. Attendees to an existing Woking class include people regaining fitness following hip replacements, a couple who find regular swim sessions a challenge due to poor eyesight, and a number of participants with mental health problems.

The sessions are designed to be sociable and everyone is made to feel welcome with swimmers aided by personal care and in-water volunteers including a physiotherapist. All swim abilities are catered for and attendees can enjoy as much time in the pool as they like.

Apart from obvious physical health benefits such as increased fitness and weight loss, the groups help support attendees’ mental health by providing a weekly activity in a friendly atmosphere at a minimal cost.

£2 per swimmer