Inclusion

Inclusion mission statement

“We want everyone to be active. Regardless of ability or background, there should be no barriers to the benefits of community activity and wellbeing. At Life Leisure we are working hard to make our centres more inclusive for all.”

If you have any questions about inclusivity at Life Leisure, please email our Inclusion Officer, Phillip Sutton.

Swimming

Warm water swim

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Warm water swim

Our warm water swimming sessions are currently held in the small pool at Life Leisure Cheadle. The warmer water is beneficial to those with joint and muscle pains which may be caused by certain disabilities or health conditions.

Times:

  • Monday 3.00pm – 3.45pm
  • Tuesday 3.00pm – 3.45pm

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SEND family swim

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SEND family swim

Our SEND family swim sessions are currently held at Life Leisure Avondale and are suitable for families with children with special education needs or disabilities. The capacities of these sessions are reduced for a less crowded experience.

Times:

  • Wednesday 3.50pm – 5.20pm

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Disability lane swim

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Disability lane swim

Our disability lane swims are currently held at Life Leisure Cheadle and Romiley. They are lane swim sessions exclusive to those with disabilities. Please note, adult lane swim sessions are also available to all.

Times:

  • Monday 7.10pm – 8.10pm at Life Leisure Romiley
  • Wednesday 7.45 pm – 8.45pm at Life Leisure Cheadle

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SEND inflatable swim

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SEND inflatable swim

An inflatable fun swim at Life Leisure Romiley, specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities and additional needs, with extra trained staff on hand and adjustments made to cater to SEND individuals.

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FAQ’s

Take a look at some of the feedback from our latest family session:

“The session was great. My son loved every minute and didn’t want to go home. A great session. Thank you so much”

“I feel that the event was really well organised and the staff were very knowledgeable and aware of needs and how they vary from child to child. Everyone was really friendly and it was made easy that even in the middle of a meltdown no one flinched. People offered help if needed but left us to deal with it necessary. Thanks for a wonderful event.”

On Saturday 4th November we ran our very first adult inclusive inflatable swim session at Life Leisure Romiley. It was the first time we have delivered an accessible inflatable swim session specifically for adults, with eight people who attended. This is a real positive for its first event and we have received fantastic feedback to build on promoting future events. One parent sent through this feedback:

“There’s no other way to describe it; Romiley’s inclusive swim session for adults went swimmingly. We can put this success down to the fantastic team at Life Leisure who have engaged and listened to families, and the Access to Activity Forum at Seashell Trust, where parents views are now being translated into action. Big thanks to all at Life Leisure, especially inclusion officer Phil who was there on the day.”

Kids and tots

SEND friendly Mini Movers

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SEND friendly Mini Movers

Mini Movers is a popular pre-school class suitable for 0 – 5 year olds held at Life Leisure Brinnington Park. There are so many benefits from attendance of the sessions. The scheme promotes the concept of child led play, allowing the children to choose a variety of equipment each session with guidance from a parent/guardian or instructor.

Times:

  • Wednesdays 11.30am – 12.30pm

Pre-booking is not required and your first session is free! More info.

SEND stay and play

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SEND stay and play

Our SEND stay and play session at Life Leisure Houldsworth Village is a fun evening with a wide range of activities including, sports, board games, sensory toys, arts & crafts and more. Our aim is to provide an evening of activities to those with additional needs who require an adapted environment, with experienced staff.

Our sports hall has different stations set up to engage children at their own pace. We have trained staff from different departments delivering a range of low demand, easily accessible games and tasks.

Times:

  • Mondays 5.00pm – 6.15pm and 6.30pm – 7.45pm

This is a pilot session throughout the rest of 2023, but our long-term goal is to not only provide a sustainable activity session for SEND children aged between 7-16 years, but also to use this session as a stepping stone into other provisions that we offer at Life Leisure such as; holiday camps, swimming, gym and more.

To secure your place please visit here and look at Mondays timetable to find the sessions.

Questions? View our FAQ’s or email Phil, Inclusion Officer at Life Leisure.

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