Welcome to Horncastle Otters Swimming Club

Horncastle Otters was first formed 60 years ago, it offers swimming lessons for children aged 4 and upwards, Rookie lifeguarding training and we also offer adult swimming with one to one teaching if required.

Horncastle Otters is fully staffed and supported by volunteers, all teachers are trained and have qualifications from Swim England, all teachers and volunteers either in pool or poolside also have enhanced DBS criminal record checks and undertake regular safeguarding training.

Novice swimmers at Otters gain confidence quickly due to the level of support we offer in a fun and safe environment. Due to a higher number of staff and volunteers, we are able to have in pool helpers and teachers to support swimmers quickly gain the skills they need to progress through the Swim England Learn to Swim stages. Parents and older members of the club are actively encouraged to volunteer to support the club in a variety of ways either in pool or poolside, if you feel you have something to offer please talk to one of our teachers for more information.

Our main focus in the Learn to Swim stages is development of the 4 main strokes, once swimmers have achieved the required standards they are able to develop further skills with our Rookie lifeguard programme and the Water Polo team.

Adult sessions are held once a week and offer the chance for lane swimming with the advice and support of our qualified teachers. We offer one to one swimming teaching and coaching if you require also.

We at Horncastle Otters believe that swimming is a fundamental part of fitness development but also vital in maintaining healthy bodies and minds.

Horncastle Otters are based at Horncastle Swimming Pool and we work in partnership with Magna Vita to ensure that a variety of lesson options are provided.

We also hold Swimming Galas and outdoor water sport activities during the summer holidays which give our swimmers the opportunity to try open water swimming and kayaking and paddle boarding in a safe environment.

Horncastle Otters really does cater for all swimmers, we will adapt any lessons to suit a swimmers additional needs whether physical or developmental and are happy to discuss any questions you may have.