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Updated: 13:31 06/10/26
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Activities at Hilsea Lido

Fresh air, open water and plenty to discover. From paddleboard yoga and swim coaching to family activities, community sessions and dip + sips, Hilsea Lido brings together movement, wellbeing and outdoor fun for everyone.

*NEW* Cold Water Swim Induction

Fall in love with cold water swimming. Discover the physical and mental wellbeing benefits while learning how to acclimatise safely, understand the effects of cold water and build the confidence to enjoy outdoor swimming all year round.

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*NEW* Lido FIT

A full-body fitness session combining strength, cardio and conditioning using weights and resistance bands. Set poolside in the fresh air and designed to build strength, improve fitness and keep you moving. Suitable for all abilities.

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Adult Swim Coaching

Build confidence, improve technique and train with expert guidance. Our small-group coached sessions are designed to develop skills, fitness, open water ability and confidence in cold water.

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Dip + Sip

A relaxed community session for veterans, serving armed forces personnel and blue light staff, centred on wellbeing, connection and conversation. Dip, swim and sauna plus a hot drink. A welcoming space to start the day well, with new people very welcome.

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Autumn 5K Swim Challenge

Sunday 25 October | 9am

Take on Hilsea Lido’s first ever Autumn 5K Swim Challenge on Sunday 25 October. Swim 5K as 25 x 200m intervals, choosing from three paced lanes to suit your speed with all proceeds going to Portsmouth’s Parenting Network.

Get ready to test your endurance, enjoy a brilliant atmosphere and plenty of support from the first lap to the final stroke.

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VIEW TIMES & BOOK ACTIVITIES

Activity session times at Hilsea Lido are available to view and book via the South Downs Leisure app on iOS and Android.

Alternatively book online, or call 023 9355 3416

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