Training courses

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Aspire run Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) pool lifeguard courses at various times throughout the year.

The cost of the course is £300.

Pool Lifeguard requirements:

Candidates must be 16 years or over, physically fit, able to swim, and have good vision and hearing.
It is recommended that candidates can achieve at least 100 metres of continuous swimming on both front and back using a recognised stroke. In addition, candidates should be able to swim 50 metres within 60 seconds and submerge to a depth of 1.5 metres.

2026 Course dates (courses are one week, usually Monday - Saturday)

03/08/2026 - booking deadline19th July 2026

17/08/2026 - booking deadline 2nd August 2026

26/10/2026 - booking deadline 11th October 2026

To book a place please complete the course booking form and return via email along with the course date you require to [email protected]

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Swimming Teacher Courses

Aspire hosts both Level One and Level Two Swimming Teacher courses throughout the year. Institute of Swimming logo

Courses are bookable through the Institute of swimming.

For more information please email [email protected].

14/08/2026 - blended course online and face to face.

New qualification is now a combined level 1 & 2

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Aspire run NRASTC qualifications throughout the year. For more information, please email [email protected].

National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches:

NRASTC enrolment form

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Pool Plant Operators Qualification

Aspire hosts 3 Pool Plant Operator courses per year, run by the Institute of Swimming (IOS).

For more information on these courses, or to book a space please visit the IOS website.

2026 Course dates

30/11/26

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Swimming lessons

At Aspire we provide a calm and relaxed environment where anyone can learn to swim or improve their technique. All our swimming instructors are qualified to Swim England standard or equivalent.
Sunday Sport Hall Bookings

The sports hall is open until 6pm on Sundays for court bookings.
Swimming Pool Timetable

Take a look at our swimming pool timetable for a full list of times and dates for swimming lessons and classes at Aspire Leisure Centre.
Our Pool

Our pool is 25 metres long with ramped access, removing the need for hoists for wheelchair users and we aim to maintain the pool air temperature between 30 and 31 degrees, making it ideal for very young, old and people with health conditions who can be temperature sensitive.
Aqua Classes

Our Aqua Classes are water based, low impact group exercise classes that are ideal for all fitness and experience levels. We offer aqua sessions to help tone muscles, burn fat and also specialist pool based exercise for disabled customers.
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Aspire Leisure Centre are committed to supporting local community groups in support of providing inclusive leisure activities for everybody. We are proud to partner with a number of organisations including Candoco Dance Company, London Titans and Get Active Harrow.
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Swimming Pool Timetable

Take a look at our swimming pool timetable for a full list of times and dates for swimming lessons and classes at Aspire Leisure Centre.
Membership

We have a range of payment and membership options available so you can be sure that you are enjoying value for money while making the most of our excellent facilities and services.
Our Pool

Our pool is 25 metres long with ramped access, removing the need for hoists for wheelchair users and we aim to maintain the pool air temperature between 30 and 31 degrees, making it ideal for very young, old and people with health conditions who can be temperature sensitive.
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Swimming Lessons

At Aspire we provide a calm and relaxed environment where anyone can learn to swim or improve their technique. All our swimming instructors are qualified to Swim England standard or equivalent.
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Whether you have specific exercise goals in mind or simply want to increase your leisure time, our Premier Membership payment options are varied to suit your needs
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We have a range of discount schemes that offer a 'pay as you go' alternative for use of the pool, taking classes and training in the fitness studio* - perfect if you want to use the Centre on a more infrequent basis.
Fitness Studio

We provide a results-focused service for all of our customers in our air conditioned fitness studio - whether you want to lose weight, improve your muscle tone, or simply become more flexible. Our tailor-made exercise programmes and monitoring by our fitness team means that you receive all the benefits of personal training without the price tag.