SERVICE DETAILS
COVID-19 UPDATE...
Please also note that the Diving & Baby Pool are now OPEN for use
The leisure pool is currently open for public swimming, swim lessons and fun activities, please note that at this time and given the current climate the pool will continue to operate hourly advanced bookable sessions.
Please read the attached re-opening – Summer Update information leaflet which will explain how to book and use the pool. We are currently not accepting casual walk in bookings at this time.
Essential information:
- Entry to the leisure pool is from the disabled entrance on the gable end of the building (the main entrance is not in use).
- Diving and teaching pools are NOW OPEN.
- No spectating.
- No catering or vending are available at this time.
- Please be mindful of others and social distance were possible.
Due to essential refurbishment and improvements works which will be ongoing to upgrade our facility there may be some further disruption to our service and programme, we apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause.
As part of the above works our new 3G outdoor pitch has been completed and ready for use, bookings can now be made by emailing: bookings@whec.edin.sch.uk
We look forward to welcoming you back and thank you for your patience.
Bookings / Admissions
All Leisure users must book in advance providing contact details for track & trace purposes and if required by Protect Scotland. Please telephone: 0131 621 8303 to book a session or make an enquiry.
Wester Hailes offers a fun, positive and inclusive environment for learning to swim. Our programme consists of over 70 classes per week and we have lessons suitable for all ages and abilities. Due to swimming being an important life skill, we feel it is essential for everyone to learn the basic skills. Our swim team are very ambitious and are keen to develop each individuals skills, to the best they can be.
Our programme has a range of classes:
- Parent and Toddler (0-3 years)
- Toddler (3-5 years)
- Level 1 (5 years +)
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4
- Stroke Development
- Diving Couses
- Additional Support Needs (ASN)
- Teen (13-17 years)
- Adult Level 1 & 2
- Excel Group
