Welcome to Ogden Otters Swim School Halifax

Hello and a very warm welcome.

Due to continuous movement within our school we are able to offer a limited number of places in our swimming classes please contact reception to book an assessment if you would like your child to join the swimming school.  These assessment days take place on Sundays at 2pm but places are limited so you need to ring reception to book a slot.  We do have a small number of Baby spaces available throughout the week and weekend,  to organise a place ring reception on 01422 247500 and they will infomr you of the availability we have at the minute.

If you are looking for swimming lessons for your child, a place to swim and bond with your newborn or personalised 1-2-1 adult lessons the family run Ogden Otters is the place for you. Facilities include:

  • Small Class Sizes with Instructors in the Pool
  • A Warm Well Lit Pool
  • Free Off Road Car Parking and WIFI
  • Clean, Warm and Bright Reception Area with Ample seating
  • Large Screen TV’s to view your children in the pool whilst enjoying a coffee
  • Friendly and Approachable Staff

Please take the time to view the short film below for an idea of what you can expect to find when you choose our swimming school.

Reception Opening Hours
0900 - 2030 Mon-Tues, 0900 - 2100 Weds - Thurs, 0830 - 2000 Fri, 0800 - 1700 Sat, 0800 - 1600 Sun. To book your child in for lessons please call us to arrange an assessment session.
AQUACISE

Aquacise classes run Monday to Friday and run for an hour. For times go to: https://www.ogdenotters.co.uk/aquacise-classes Please call 01422247500 to book and for more details

SWIM LESSONS

For Adult and children

We run lessons in Blocks of 4 weeks with a syllabus designed to meet the standards of the national curriculum, to encourage gradual progression and have FUN!  In order to encourage your child we never tell them they have not succeeded and will celebrate the achievements they have made.

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TEACHING STAFF

Swimming Tuition

The school manager Samantha Wright is determined that only the most caring and highly qualified teachers, dedicated solely to their profession will be employed at Ogden Otters swim school. A nurturing and caring atmosphere has been cultivated ensuring that the needs of the child are met during lessons.

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SWIMMING IS

A Skill for Life!

Swimming is the most injury free of all children’s sporting activities, and can deliver fitness and enjoyment for life. Participants in Masters swimming programs are still training and racing well into their 80s. Here are five reasons why your children should learn to swim:

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WHERE FAMILIES

Learn to swim

At Ogden Otters we believe that swimming together should be an integral part of family life so we have developed a range of activities to encourage this. Aquacise sessions that include antenatal and postnatal classes. Parent and baby sessions, the pool is maintained at warmer temperatures allowing babies from as young as 12 weeks to enjoy a 30 minute session with Mum or Dad.  Fun swims where children get to hone and shows off their skills in a non threatening environment.

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