Swimming
Swimming is available at both clubhouses. The famous pool at Pall Mall was restored in 2015 and retains its original Grecian inspired features, mosaics and marble columns. It is 26.3 metres long, ranges in depth from 1.0 to 2.3 metres and is heated to a temperature of 28°C.
Along with recreational swimming there are training nights, competitions and fixtures against other clubs. Professional coaching is also available.
Opening times
Monday to Friday, 6.00am – 10.00pm (last entry 9.15pm)
Saturday and Sunday, 8.00am – 8.00pm (last entry 7.15pm)
The swimming pool is available from 5.00am every day. However, if you wish to swim before 6.00am a disclaimer must be signed. These are available from the Hall Porters’ desk.
Please be aware the busier times are as follows:
Weekdays: 6.00-8.30am, 11.30am-2.00pm and 4.00-8.00pm
Weekends: 10.00am-12 noon and 2.00-4.00pm
Lane Swimming
As you may be aware, we have recently completed a three-month trial of operating the swimming pool at Pall Mall with lane ropes permanently installed. The trial followed member feedback regarding collisions between swimmers and engagement with the Pall Mall and Swimming Committees.
from Monday 2 June, the lane ropes will be in place:
• Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00am and 12:00pm to 8:00pm
• Weekends: 8:00am to 1:30pm
This arrangement allows those members who prefer to swim without the lane ropes in place to do so at the times they told us are the most important to them, and when such swimming can be done safely.
For more information, please visit the news story.
Timetable
Please click here to view the timetable.
Coaching and lessons
Emile Bitar, the Pall Mall Swimming Coach, runs a training session for intermediate and advanced swimmers every Monday and Wednesday evening from 7.00-8.00pm.
Individual lessons are also available.
To enquire about coaching or lessons please email emile.bitar@royalautomobileclub.co.uk or telephone 020 7747 3366.
Prices
Please click here to view the Sports Tariff.
Minimum Age
The minimum age to use the swimming pool is seven.
Competitions
For information about competitions, please visit the swimming page in the Activities section of this site.
Swimming Lane Etiquette
If someone is swimming faster than you please let them pass, either by swimming close to the lane rope or by stopping at the end of your length.
In the interest of hygiene and respect of fellow members, please shower before swimming.
On Mondays and Wednesdays, the medium and fast lanes will be used for swimming coaching between 7.00pm and 8.00pm.
