Why Our Pool Is Heated to 34 Degrees (And Why It Matters)

Walk into Swimmable at Gardens Centre and the first thing parents notice is the warmth. Our pool is heated to 34 degrees, and that is not an accident. It is one of the most important decisions a swim school can make.

Warm water helps children learn

A child who is cold cannot concentrate. Cold water triggers tension in the body: muscles tighten, breathing gets shallow, and every bit of the child’s attention goes into coping rather than learning. At 34 degrees, little bodies stay relaxed, so lessons are spent building skills instead of shivering.

For babies especially, warm water matters. It keeps the experience close to what they know from the bath, which means calmer, happier first lessons and faster progress.

Indoors, all year

Temperature is only half the story. The pool is indoors, so lessons carry on whatever the weather, all year round.

A purpose-built learning pool

The pool itself was designed specifically for teaching: 8 by 4.5 metres, with a step along one side, and no cold corners.

Come and feel the difference

The easiest way to understand why temperature matters is to visit us at Gardens Centre and dip a hand in the water. Enquire about lessons for any age, from 3-month-old babies to adult beginners, or browse our FAQ for more about the pool and facilities.