Swimming Lessons and Lifesaving Courses
Learn to Swim!
Omagh Leisure Complex is pleased to offer a variety of programmes for children and adults to learn to swim and gain lifesaving skills. From our progressive Learn to Swim Programme and weekly Fast Track programmes to Rookie Lifesaving Award and National Pool Lifeguard Qualifications.
Priority Enrolment within Learn to Swim Programmes (runs September to June)
How can I avail of priority booking?
You must be participating in the current 8 week Learn to Swim Programme.
On the day of your final lesson, the swimming coach will issue a certificate with a recommendation on what level to book for the next programme. Bring this certificate to the reception area where you will then be able to register.
All spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Priority enrolment for those who were in the September Programme has now CLOSED.
I am not in the current programme but I want to enrol. How can I do this?
Spaces will be available to book online, in person and by telephone. Customers should be mindful that there is a high demand for places on our Learn to Swim Programme and so it is strongly advised that bookings are made online to increase your chance at securing a space.
The next enrolment date for general public is to be confirmed.
Mid-Term Intensive Swimming Lessons 2024
This Autumn mid-term we are delighted to offer intensive 1 week lessons for children (age 5+) running from Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November.
Intensive lessons allow children to make significant progress in their swimming ability in a short space of time – perfect for those heading on a holiday or you just want a quick introduction to kick start their swimming journey.
Please note these are stand alone courses and do not grant priority enrolment for OLC Learn To Swim term-time programme, however they offer a transformative experience, laying a solid foundation for a lifetime of aquatic enjoyment and safety. Read the following to decide which class would suit your child best.
Beginners – these lessons are held in our Learner Pool and are geared towards children with little or no swimming experience. The course will guide participants through the basic fundamentals of water confidence and taking first steps towards learning to swim.
Times
4.40pm – 5.10pm
5.20pm – 5.50pm
6.40pm – 7.10pm
Improvers – these lessons are held in our Learner Pool and are geared towards children who have had experience in swimming lessons e.g. OLC Level 2 – 3 or equivalent and are confident moving through the water. Participants will go through the basic fundamentals of water confidence and will be introduced to different techniques in learning to swim to build on their swimming skills and techniques.
Times
6.00pm – 6.30pm
Intermediate – these lessons are held in our Main Pool and are geared towards children who have had experience in swimming lessons e.g OLC Level 4-5 or equivalent and are confident moving through the water in the main pool. Participants will expand on the fundamentals of water confidence and will further expand on different techniques in learning to swim.
Times
4.40pm – 5.10pm
Search course barcodes to book the correct course:
Beginners – SIB
Improvers – SII
Intermediate – SIIN
Rookie Lifeguard Courses
Become a Rookie Lifeguard at Omagh Leisure Complex!
OLC’s Rookie Lifeguard Programme is a popular, fun and educational junior award scheme for 8 – 12 year olds. For most children, it’s the first opportunity to explore water safety and learn valuable life skills.
During the programme, each Rookie will be made aware of how to take care of themselves, their family and friends, providing them with the information needed to promote water safety in their day-to-day activities.
Before booking you must ensure that your child can swim 25 metres front and back; tread water for 30 seconds; and surface dive to the bottom of the pool
Rookie Bronze Award – new course starting from Friday 08 November at 4.40pm.
This will be available to book on Wednesday 30 October from 7.30pm. Click the link below to book and search course barcode LRSB.
Progressing from stage 1 of the Bronze Award right through to stage 3 of the Bronze Award, Rookies start the programme at an ability level suitable for swimmers who have just learned to swim and progress to the level of performing lifesaving tows.
Cost: £60 includes all course materials and certificates.
Once children have completed the Rookie Bronze Award, they will have the opportunity to continue progressing through the Rookie Programme with stages 1, 2 & 3 of Rookie Silver and stages 1, 2 & 3 of Rookie Gold.
NPLQ
We do not currently have an NPLQ course scheduled at Omagh Leisure Complex.
You must be able to attend all days to gain your qualification.
Pre-requisite Skills on the Learn to Swim Programme
Please see below what skills are required of a child to be able to enrol onto each level of our Learn to Swim programme.
There are no pre-requisite skills for enrolment onto Level 1 however children must be aged 5 years or older.
Level 2
What you need to be able to do to get into Level 2
1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic pool safety rules
2. Demonstrate a safe entry and exit of the pool
3. Walk across the pool, with water at shoulder level
4. Get face submerged in water
5. Blow bubbles in the water
6. Demonstrate a streamlined position, with assistance
7. Regain feet from a floating position on both the front and back, with a woggle & assistance if required
8. Demonstrate a good kicking action on front and back with a woggle or board, and assistance if required