National Pool Lifeguard Courses
Are you interested in a new career or would you like to earn whilst you study? We are running a number of courses throughout 2025 for you to obtain your National Pool Lifeguard Qualifications. The courses are held over six days and at the end of this, successful completion will provide you with; The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), First Aid at Work (FAW), Anaphylaxis Management, Patient Extraction Board (PXB) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) qualifications.
Upcoming Courses
- Monday 7 – Saturday 12 April @ Wymondham Leisure Centre
- Monday 26 – Saturday 31 May @ Wymondham Leisure Centre
- Monday 28 July – Saturday 2 August @ Diss Swim Centre
- Monday 11 – 16 August @ Wymondham Leisure Centre
- Monday 27 October – Saturday 1 November @ Wymondham Leisure Centre
Courses run from 9:00 – 18:00 each day.
Qualified staff are in demand throughout the UK, making these courses a great opportunity to develop new skills and receive formal qualification. This nationally/internationally recognised qualification is also accepted for those wishing to do holiday schemes such as Camp America.
Our centres are also often on the look out for new staff and the course tutor will make candidates aware of opportunities within South Norfolk Council.
The courses cost £250 per candidate, and those wishing to complete the qualification must meet the following criteria:
- Jump/dive into deep water
- Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
- Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back
- In deep water, tread water for 30 seconds
- Surface dive to the floor of the pool
- Climb out unaided without ladder/steps and where the pool design permits
To book…
If you are interested in booking a space, please call the relevent centre or email mark.edwards@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk who will also be happy to answer any questions.
Gym and studio closure at Long Stratton Leisure Centre
We are making some improvements by installing brand new flooring in our gym and class studio at Long Stratton Leisure Centre.
This work will begin on 17 March and will involve the following closure of our gym and class studio.
Gym – The gym will be closed on 17 March, however the EGYM suite will remain open.
Studio – The studio will be closed from 18 to 20 March, meaning all classes will be cancelled on these days.
We would like to remind you that your membership includes access to all South Norfolk Leisure centres, meaning you can make the most of the gym and classes on offer across our other sites during this time if you wish to.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused by this and thank you for your patience.
Junior badminton course starting at Wymondham Leisure Centre
We have a brand new junior badminton course starting on the 25 February at Wymondham Leisure Centre!
This 6-week course, for those aged 13 to 18, is suitable for all ability levels. You’ll learn basic shots, sharpen your tactics and technique, and enjoy different types of gameplay in a fun, relaxed environment!
The 6-week course includes:
- 6 sessions led by a professional coach
- All equipment provided
- Fun and engaging sessions
Sign up to the course today for just £48! And, if you are a junior leisure member, enjoy a 30% discount making it just £33.60!
Every Tuesday from 4-5pm, starting 25 February.
Call us now on 01953 607171 to secure your spot! This course is not available to be booked online.
Long Stratton Leisure Centre and Diss Swim Centre will be closing early on Friday 31 January
On Friday 31 January, Long Stratton Leisure Centre and Diss Swim Centre will be closing early at 6:00pm. This is due to an annual staff event held by the Council to celebrate the hard work that goes on across South Norfolk and Broadland District Councils, including the exceptional efforts of our staff at South Norfolk Leisure.
Wymondham Leisure Centre, Kett’s Park and Framingham Earl Sports Centre will remain open as normal.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this. ThBoth e centres will open as usual on Saturday morning.
Kett’s Park hall will be closed from 6 – 15 January
We are making some improvements to the Main Hall at Kett’s Park with new line painting. This means the hall will be closed from Monday 6 January to Wendesday 15 January. No classes will be taking place at Kett’s Park during this time.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this.
Main Hall and Studio 3/4 floor refurbishmnet works at Wymondham Leisure Centre
We are making some improvements to the Main Hall and Studio 3/4 by refurbishing the floors. As a result, these areas of the centre will be closed from Monday 23 December to Friday 3 January. This will result in some changes to our class timetable with some classes relocated and some cancelled.
Our timetable has been updated to reflect any changes. You can view this here.
We apologies for any inconvenience caused by this.
Christmas opening hours
Over the Christmas period, our centres will be open at the following times.
Wymondham Leisure Centre
Christmas Eve – 8:00am to 2:00pm
Christmas Day – Closed
Boxing Day – Closed
27 to 30 December – Normal opening hours
New Years Eve – 8:00am to 2:00pm
New Years Day – Closed
2 January onwards – Normal opening hours
Long Stratton Leisure Centre
Christmas Eve – 8:00am to 2:00pm
Christmas Day – Closed
Boxing Day – Closed
27 to 30 December – Normal opening hours
New Years Eve – 8:00am to 2:00pm
New Years Day – Closed
2 January onwards – Normal opening hours
Framingham Earl Sports Centre
Framingham Earl Sports Centre will be closed from the 20 December, reopening on 2 January.
Kett’s Park
Kett’s Park will be closed from 22 December to 2 January.
3 Month Membership Gift Vouchers Now Available
Do you know someone that is looking to kick start their fitness journey in the New Year? A 3 month membership gift voucher for South Norfolk Leisure might just make the perfect present for them!
Gift them unlimited access to all of our leisure centres for 3 months. The lucky recipient can redeem the voucher any time by the 31st January 2025 and begin making the most of the facilities on offer.
Full Adult All Centre Membership – £90
Active Senior Over 65 All Centre Membership – £70
Junior Peak All Centre Membership – £60
To find out more about what is on offer across our centres and included in membership, please click here.
These vouchers are pre-paid membership vouchers meaning their is no contract or monthly payments to be made. The membership will simply expire 3 months after the recipient has redeemed the voucher in the centre. At this point, if they wish to join as a permanent member they can do so.
Vouchers can be purchased from reception at Wymondham Leisure Centre, Long Stratton Leisure Centre or Framingham Earl Sports Centre. Vouchers are not available to purchase at Diss Leisure Centre due to the current closure.
Terms and Conditions Apply:
- The voucher must be redeemed in the centre by the recipient by the 31st January 2025.
- No refunds available on voucher purchases.
- Membership must be started in centre – not online.
- Voucher must be purchased in centre – not available online.
- Voucher must be presented alongside the receipt and voucher slip provided at time of purchase. The voucher card alone without the receipt is of no value.
- All other usual membership T&C’s apply.
- We reserve the right to withdraw this offer at anytime.
Please note Diss Swim Centre will reopen from 13 January. Vouchers can be redeemed here once the centre opens.
We’re accepting new pupils to join Diss Swim School from January
With Diss Swim Centre due to reoepn on 13 January 2025, we are now accepting new Swim School pupils to begin lessons upon reopening.
- A free swimming hat, badge, and certificate as your child progresses through the stages
- Free admission to any general swimming session for the pupil and one parent
- Lessons running 50 weeks a year