Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre

About Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre

Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre on Vicarage Road offers swimming and fitness facilities for residents across all ages and abilities. The centre features a main pool, a learner pool and a baby pool, making it suitable for everyone from young families taking their first strokes to experienced swimmers wanting dedicated lane time. Operated under the Better leisure brand, the centre is open seven days a week with early morning starts from 6:30am on weekdays. It sits at the heart of Teddington’s community life and carries a strong local reputation, rated 4.2 by over 420 visitors.

Local area

Sitting just off Vicarage Road in Teddington, this leisure centre is well placed for a community that values active, outdoor-oriented living — with Bushy Park and the Thames a short walk away. Teddington’s strong sense of local identity, built around its high street, its riverside and its long-established neighbourliness, finds a natural expression in a facility like this, where residents return year after year and where children learn to swim before growing up to bring their own families through the doors.

Why choose Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre

With three distinct pools catering to different abilities and age groups, Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre avoids the one-size-fits-all approach that can make larger gyms feel unwelcoming. The long weekday hours — opening at 6:30am and running through to 10pm — suit working residents and early risers alike, while weekend hours from 8am offer flexibility for families and those with busier midweek schedules. As part of the Better leisure network, it combines community-focused values with professionally managed facilities, making it a practical and reassuring choice for older residents looking to stay active.

Services

• Lane swimming
• Leisure swimming sessions
• Learner pool sessions
• Baby pool sessions
• Fitness centre access
• Structured swimming programmes
• Family swim sessions

Ideal for: Families with young children, Adult swimmers of all abilities, Older residents seeking low-impact exercise, Fitness enthusiasts, Local residents in Teddington and surrounding areas.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre?

The centre is open Monday to Thursday from 6:30am to 10pm, Friday from 6:30am to 9pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 8pm.

Is the centre suitable for very young children and babies?

Yes — the centre has a dedicated baby pool as well as a learner pool, making it suitable for very young children alongside the main pool for older or more confident swimmers.

How do I find out more or contact the centre?

You can call the centre on 020 3772 2999 or visit the Better website at better.org.uk for information on sessions, timetables and membership options.

Is there a difference between leisure swimming and lane swimming?

Yes — based on the centre’s description, both leisure and lane swimming options are available, catering to those who want a relaxed swim as well as those who prefer a more structured, fitness-focused approach.

Where exactly is Teddington Pool & Fitness Centre located?

The centre is on Vicarage Road, Teddington, TW11 8EZ, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.