Activities that enrich the lives of disabled people.
Our activities - enriching & empowering the disabled
We engage people with disabilities in stimulating activities that have an incredibly positive and life enhancing effect. Involvement in activities such as Swimming, Bowls, Gym, Yoga, Boccia, Kurling and exercise, including some competitive events, benefits our members in a number of ways. In addition to the advantages of exercise, people coming to the Leatherhead Swans Club can access other activities such as Bingo, craft activities, dance, karaoke and dough disco. Get to meet new people, make lasting friendships and be part of a thriving social scene that builds confidence and independence.
Swimming: 8pm-9pm
We have special equipment to make your swim enjoyable, whilst qualified lifeguards and three qualified Volunteer Swimming Instructors ensure the safety of everyone in and around the pool.
It’s amazing to see the transformation of those normally confined to a wheelchair, or otherwise impaired, as they enter the pool and move under their own power enjoying the freedom of the water.
Additionally, members can learn to swim, achieve various certifications or take part in competitive swimming at our Galas all under the direction of qualified swimming coaches. There’s a dedicated disabled change area with overhead hoist, changing bench, shower and toilet. We also have a poolside hoist and chairs to support access into the pool. We organise two annual Swimming Galas where other clubs are invited and provide opportunities for our swimmers to attend other galas in the South East. These are always well attended and our swimmers often obtain outstanding achievements, which we always recognise.
Gym sessions: 7pm-7.30pm
We offer half hour sessions with a Qualified Gym Instructor supported by volunteers to put members to the test. Members are given an introduction to the equipment with a personal fitness assessment and an individual exercise programme. This helps to build fitness and muscle tone, as well as providing a boost to confidence and self-esteem.
Indoor Bowls: 7pm-9pm
Working in collaboration with Mole Valley Indoor Bowls Club, we use a wonderful indoor Bowls Hall playing from one end. Under the direction of our Bowls Coach and team of volunteers, members meet every week to learn the game, gain new skills and practice working towards Disability Day events. At these events we play against able-bodied bowlers from various clubs and have an array of specialist equipment to support our members.
The Sports Hall: 6.45pm-9pm
The Sports Hall is the meeting point for members that offers a place to socialise with friends or play boards games, Boccia, and Kurling, or to just listen to music and have a drink and snack. Members can also take part in craft based activities such as making cards and jewellery, Bingo, Karaoke, Film night, Yoga, Dance and our weekly raffle.
Social Events
The Leatherhead Swans organise a range of social events including outings, boat trips and pantomimes. We aim to create events that enrich and empower the lives of our members and help them achieve independence.
Other Annual Activities
To encourage competition and provide a focus for our members, we participate in a number of annual events. These include:
- Indoor Bowls Disability Days and inter-club competitions
- Swimming Galas
- Outings and holidays
- Christmas Parties
- Award Presentations and Annual General Meeting
- Training Courses for Volunteers and other fundraising activities!
