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All bookings must be paid for at the time of booking. Payment can be made via cash or card. You can make bookings via our website, app, or with our Front of House teams.

Yes, there are toilets available at all of our venues. We also have separate accessible toilets in all of our venues. Please be aware that our toilets are only available whilst our venues are open. You can visit our venue pages for opening times. Our newest venue, Station Leisure & Learning Centre, is registered as a ‘Changing Places Toilet’.

When visiting our venues, the lockers take a refundable £1 coin or trolley token.

At Meridian Leisure Centre in Louth, if you wish to use the Health Suite changing rooms, please note these are padlocked lockers. This means that you will need to bring a padlock with you to use the lockers.

Please note, you are unable to leave items and belongings in our lockers overnight.

To cancel your membership you will need to fill out a cancellation form via the link HERE. Please note, our direct debit memberships require a 3-month commitment as stated in the terms and conditions at the time of sign-up. If you have a membership with Magna Vitae you are required to give 1 calendar months notice to cancel. This applicable for all of our direct debit memberships including, fitness, gymnastics and swimming lessons.

Yes, you are able to see all of your bookings when you are logged into your account via our booking portal or app. To see all of your upcoming bookings, as well as your past bookings, please select ‘My Bookings’. You will also receive a confirmation email for each booking you make.

For all bookings, a 48 hour notice period is required for cancelling your session or transferring it to another day. For cancellations, when more than 48 hours notice is given you will receive a full refund. Please note, you will not be automatically refunded if you cancel the session via our app or our website, you would need to get in contact with reception.

A Magna Vitae (MV) subscription entitles you to discount at all of our venues! When providing your details for an MV subscription, you will need to purchase an annual subscription of £5. Please note, this is not set up as an automatic renewal. If you notice you are not receiving discount anymore this most likely is due to the subscription expiring and you would need to renew to continue receiving discounted rates. Our Concession MV subscription is available to customers on benefits or in receipt of their state pension. Proof will be required.

You will need to collect your MV card from reception. The physical MV card is provided free of charge initially, if you lose or misplace this it will be £1 for a replacement.

You can now sign up to an MV Card through our Join Now portal.

Although you have a physical Magna Vitae (MV) card, this does not signify you have a MV subscription. You will need to purchase an annual subscription of £5 to receive discount at our venues. This subscription does not automatically renew. If you are unsure, please get in contact with our Front of House team.

If you are not a member, you can enjoy all our facilities on a “pay as you go” basis.

If you are wanting to book classes, these can be booked 7 days in advance from 7am via our website or app. Our classes are extremely popular so we advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

If you are wanting to use the gym, if you are under the age of 15 years old an Introduction would be required. This would need to be booked in advance, as we cannot guarantee our Lifestyle Consultants will be available. Please be aware that you are only able to use the gym if you are 11 years old or over and restrictions apply between ages 11-15 years. To find out more, please see our Junior Gym Guidance.

The Sauna & Steam Rooms can be used by those aged 16 years and over.

To use the gyms at all our venues you need to be aged 11 years or over. Restrictions apply during the ages of 11-15 years old. An Introduction is required before using the gym for those ages 11-15 years, which would need to be booked in advance to guarantee a Lifestyle Consultant is available. To find out more about our junior gym guidance, please click here.

All bookings must be paid for at the time of booking. Payment can be made via cash or card.

You can make bookings via our website, app, or with our Front of House teams.

You can check our venues’ pages for opening times.

All of our venues have parking facilities. They all include disabled parking bays. Parent & child spaces are available at Meridian Leisure Centre and Station Leisure & Learning Centre. We also have electric charging points at Meridian Leisure Centre, Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite and Station Leisure & Learning Centre.

Please note, our car parks at Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite and Station Leisure & Learning Centre are ran by East Lindsey District Council and are therefore chargeable. However, permits for members and Magna Vitae Subscription holders are available from reception. For more information please visit our venues’ pages.

All of our venues have disability access. There are wide corridors and doors, lifts and our swimming pools have beached areas or have access to accessible steps and hoists. Our newest venue, Station Leisure & Learning Centre is ‘Changing Places Toilet’ registered.

All of our venues have accessible changing areas and toilets. There are wide corridors & doors, lifts and our swimming pools have beached areas or have access steps and hoists. Our newest venue, Station Leisure & Learning Centre is ‘Changing Places Toilet’ registered.

Some of our venues may operate with extended opening hours during the school holidays. Our usual swimming sessions may be affected. Check out our holiday timetables to find out more or contact your local venue.

All of our venues operate reduced opening hours on Bank Holidays. We will notify you of any changes to opening times on our website venue pages, via our app and posters in our venues. If you are signed up to our Operational Updates, you will also receive an email.

If you create an account online, you will be sent your login details via email. Click the link as described in the email and create your password.

If you create an account at reception, you will need your email address and member ID number to login and create your password the first time.

All of our Lifestyle Consultants are qualified to offer personal training sessions which are tailored to you! Sessions are £26.50 an hour and need to be booked in advance. We recommend booking a consultation with a Lifestyle Consultant prior to booking any personal training sessions so they can understand your goals. You can purchase a PT Saver which includes 11 sessions for the price of 10 costing £265.

We also offer a Fitness Transformation Programme which costs £138 for members and £244, which includes the following:

30 minute initial consultation
6x 1:1 Personal Training sessions
Nutrition & dietary advise
Calorie & macronutrient goals
Step challenge
Check-ins to monitor progress, weigh-ins on weeks 1, 6 & 12 (using BodiTrax at Meridian Leisure Centre, Louth), measurements and progress photos.

To book, pop to reception or book via our website or Magna Vitae app.

The Fitness Transformation Programme is a 12-week programme which includes the following:

30 minute initial consultation
6x 1:1 Personal Training sessions
Nutrition & dietary advise
Calorie & macronutrient goals
Step challenge
Check-ins to monitor progress, weigh-ins on weeks 1, 6 & 12 (using BodiTrax at Meridian Leisure Centre), measurements and progress photos.

This costs £138 for members and £244. If this is something you are interested in, please speak to reception or a Lifestyle Consultant to get started!

You can book in for a Personal Programme with one of our Lifestyle Consultants. This is included with all of our fitness memberships. It includes a 12-week goal setting, weekly workout routines and programme reviews.

We also offer Personal Training sessions with are £26.50 an hour and a Fitness Transformation Programme which costs £138 for members and £244.

Please speak with our Front of House team to book or find out more. You can also book Personal Programmes and Personal Training sessions via our website or app.

Don’t worry! Drop in to our venues at anytime and someone will be more than happy to give you a tour and get you booked in for an Introduction. Introductions are also available to book on our website or via our Magna Vitae app. You can also take a virtual tour around our venues using our Matterport tours, which can be found on our venue pages.

We offer a variety of exercise classes, have a look at our Exercise Classes page to see what classes you can enjoy at your nearest venue.

Yes! Exercise classes are included in all of our full memberships. Please note there are some limitations on how many classes you are able to book at some venues due to popularity. This is to provide more opportunity for all customers to access our classes.

If you do not have a membership but want to book in to our exercise classes, you can pay-as-you-go or even purchase a Magna Vitae subscription.

Exercise on Prescription (EOP) is a funded 12 week personal exercise programme for anyone with a medical condition who would benefit from a more active lifestyle. This can be accessed through your Health Professional or you can self-refer via the One You Lincolnshire website.

You can find out more about what is involved here.

Unfortunately, we do not accept repeat referrals unless a 2-year period has lapsed, or referrals from someone who has, or had, a Magna Vitae membership within the past 12 months.

This can be accessed through your Health Professional or you can self-refer via the One You Lincolnshire (OYL) website. Please note, sometimes self-referral may pause, due to applications being at capacity. Unfortunately, we do not accept repeat referrals unless a 2-year period has lapsed, or referrals from someone who has, or had, a Magna Vitae membership within the past 12 months.

The programme includes:

An initial 12 week funded programme through One You Lincolnshire (OYL) giving you access to all of our venues.
An initial consultation with one of our fully-qualified Lifestyle Consultants is included. -This includes a Gym Introduction and Personal Programme. It also includes a 6 week and 12 review. However, support is available throughout the programme.
Access to our full range of activities, including:
- Group exercise sessions
- Full gym access
- Swimming
You can then sign-up for a discounted membership costing £26.00 a month on a direct debit basis. This would need to be within 4 weeks of completing the initial 3-month period.

To download the Magna Vitae Mobile App, all you need to do is click on one of links below for the Apple Store or Google Play.

You may be unable to log on to your account via our website, or Magna Vitae app, for numerous reasons.

If you have not updated your password in line with our systems upgrade, you will need to select ‘Forgotten password’ and update your password to ensure it meets updated security requirements. You may need your member ID number to do this which you can request from our Front of House team or via email info@mvtlc.org, once identification has been provided.
Please ensure you are typing in the correct email and password, checking relevant capitals and special characters are entered correctly.
You may also be having trouble logging in if your phone if you have not updated your phone. You can do this by checking your settings and software updates.

If you are still having trouble logging in, please get in contact with our Front of House team.

Once you have been referred by your GP, you will then be contacted by a representative from One You Lincolnshire. They will ask you a series of questions in regards to your health and exercise levels to ensure you are eligible for the programme. If you are eligible, your details will then be passed on to our Exercise on Prescription team where they will then contact you to ask you a series of questions and book your initial consultation.

Please note, that delays may be possible due to the volume of applications.

Find out more about what it includes on our Exercise on Prescription page.

At all of our venues you are able to book for sessions on a pay-as-you-go basis. We also have 1-month memberships which require payment up front and involves no contract. At some of our venues we do offer weekly passes.

You can take a look at our membership packages here.

Joining the gym allows access to all of our equipment which can be different from venue to venue. The first, most important part of the Introduction is to make sure you know how to use, and are comfortable with, all of our equipment.

We find that a large number of customers have used gyms before but not necessarily achieved the results they would like. Our knowledgeable and supportive team are here to guide you in maximising your sessions and achieving your goals.

After the initial Introduction, we can also offer personal programmes for members so that we can design a programme specific to your needs.

Those aged 11-15 years old are required to have an Introduction before using the gym.

You can find a tutorial of how to use our Magna Vitae app here.

If you are still struggling to use the app, feel free to speak to our Front of House team who will be more than happy to show you how to navigate it and book classes/swimming.

A new feature now allows you to book all of these via our app! You will then get an email confirmation with your booking.

Introductions are free for all members and prospective customers. Personal programmes are free for members only. Personal training sessions are £26.50 per hour.

Please ensure you make us aware if you are unable to attend your booking. You can cancel yourself if you got to ‘My Bookings’ and select cancel.

You will need to purchase an annual subscription of £5. Please note, this is not set up as an automatic renewal.

The physical MV card is provided free of charge initially, if you lose or misplace this it will be £1 for a replacement.

You will then receive discounted rates for pay-as-you-go bookings.

Anyone is eligible for an Magna Vitae (MV) subscription. You will need to purchase an annual subscription of £5. Please note, this is not set up as an automatic renewal.

You are eligible for a Concession Magna Vitae subscription if you are in receipt of any benefits (documentation of your concession should be enclosed with your application). Examples of benefits are: DWP, DLA, PIP, Job Seekers Allowance, Income Supports, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Incapacity Benefit, Employment Support Allowance or a full time student. Also, if you are receipt of your state pension.

Yes, if you forget your membership card, don’t worry — you can still access the gym. Just speak to a member of our Front of House team when you arrive, and they’ll be happy to assist you in signing in manually.

Once you begin your booking, you’ll have a 10-minute window to complete the process. After this time, your selected space will be released and made available to others.

To avoid losing your slot, we recommend having your payment details ready before you start.

If you experience any issues while trying to make a booking, please contact the facility you are booking with directly. Their Front of House team will be happy to help resolve any problems and assist you with your booking.

You can find contact details for each of our venues on our Contact Us page.

What your membership includes depends on which membership type you choose — we offer both multi-venue and single-venue options to suit your lifestyle.

Multi-Venue Membership:
This gives you full access to all four of our venues — Meridian Leisure Centre (Louth), Station Leisure & Learning Centre (Mablethorpe), Horncastle Pool & Fitness Suite and Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite.
It includes:

Unlimited gym access
A wide range of fitness classes
Public swimming sessions
Use of the Sauna & Steam Room (at Meridian Leisure Centre only)

Please note: Sports Hall activities at Meridian Leisure Centre are not included, with the exception of court hire for Badminton and Pickleball.

Single-Venue Membership:
Available at all of our venues — Meridian Leisure Centre, Station Leisure & Learning Centre, Horncastle Pool & Fitness Suite, or Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite — this option provides access to the gym, classes and swimming at your selected venue only.

Our Direct Debit Membership require a direct debit to be set up that would take out a payment for your membership on the 1st of every month. Please note, when you sign up for any direct debit membership, a pro-rata would be required to be paid upfront. Our direct debit memberships require a 3-month commitment. After then, it is an ongoing rolling membership until your decide to cancel. Cancellations need to be submitted via our cancellation form and we require a full calendar months notice.

Upfront Memberships do not require a direct debit to be set up and usually allow you to use the venue for a specified time, such as 1 month.

Yes, you are welcome to watch your child’s lesson from the designated spectator area located above the Sports Hall.

For safety and to avoid distractions, parents/guardians should not enter the hall during the session. However, you may be invited in for the final 10 minutes of the lesson — or the final 30 minutes for ADV/DEV sessions — to observe your child’s progress. Please wait to be invited in by a member of the gymnastics team before entering the hall.

You can sign up for gymnastics via our website! Click here for more information.

Children can start gymnastics from 18 months old. Those under 5 years join our Pre-school lessons, while children aged 5 and over can enrol in our main gymnastics programme.

For more detailed information, please click here.

Your child should bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the session and wear appropriate sports clothing that allows for easy movement. Please ensure they follow the clothing guidelines for safety and comfort.

If your child is under 8 years old, a parent or guardian must remain in the building for the entire duration of the session. For children aged 8 and over, parents may leave the building, but must ensure their child is safely dropped off and collected on time.

Children should wear appropriate sports clothing such as leotards, fitted shorts, sports leggings, or fitted tops. This ensures freedom of movement and prevents clothing from catching on equipment. Thermals or base layers can be worn underneath.

Please make sure your child’s hair is tied back and off their face. All jewellery and accessories must be removed and kept by a parent or guardian before the session starts. Shoes and socks will be removed once inside the Sports Hall.

For detailed information about our Gymnastics lessons, including class structure, skills taught, and age groups, please visit our dedicated Gymnastics page. You’ll find everything you need to know to help your child get started and progress confidently.

You can view and apply for current job opportunities on our dedicated Careers page. Additionally, many of our vacancies are also listed on Indeed, where you can submit your application directly.

You are required to be aged 16 and above to work for us. However, we do offer work placements and volunteer opportunities to those under the age of 16.

Yes, we encourage you to get in touch with the main contact for the job role. They can provide advice and guidance on your suitability. We also offer courses and training to help support candidates who are a good fit and wish to develop the necessary skills.

Yes, Magna Vitae welcomes students seeking work placements. Please note, our work placements are extremely popular and tend to fill up quickly. We will do our best to accommodate your request where possible. If you’re interested, please contact our HR team at your earliest convenience. They’ll be happy to provide more information and discuss available opportunities.

We only contact applicants who have been invited to an interview. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to notify everyone individually if their application is unsuccessful.

Yes, we offer Apprenticeships depending on current vacancies. Opportunities vary throughout the year, so please check our website or contact our team for the latest available positions and application details.

Yes, we offer a variety of seasonal recruitment opportunities throughout the year, including positions available during the summer, school holidays and Christmas periods. These roles are perfect for those looking for flexible, temporary work during busy times.

Yes, attending the 2 day Paediatric First Aid course will give you full certification requirement for all child care jobs.

No, you would just re-take the section that you have failed in the assessment. For example, if you fail the test paper, you would just need to re-sit another paper.

The Training Assessor can give you more information on this.

Yes, you get 28 days from the original assessment day to re-take. The course trainer will give you more information on this should you fail.

Yes, you will receive a Level 3 Award for First Aid qualification with certificate. You can also receive a Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid if you attend a 1-day course.

You will be qualified for 3 years. At the end of this period you will need to take a renewal course to keep your qualification valid.

Yes, if you are applying for University and have a valid NPLQ qualification, this is now worth 8 UCAS Tariff points.

Yes, this is all included within the enrolment and course fees.

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is a nationally recognised qualification. This course allows you to then Lifeguard in the Leisure industry.

The course is undertaken across 6 days, with an external assessment taking place on the 6th day. To find out current pricing, please get in contact.

No, all course costs include only 1 free re-assessment which needs to be undertaken within the required time frame. The Trainer Assessor will be able to discuss this with you if applicable.

For National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid courses, they will all include a multiple choice question paper. The 3-day First Aid at Work will include 2 papers (1 taken on the first day and one taken on the 3rd day).

All National Pool Lifeguard Qualifications (NPLQ) and First Aid at Work courses include basic AED (defibrillator) training as part of the main syllabus. Occasionally, we may run courses with a bolt-on AED certificate which will mean it will then be certified as an independent qualification.

Yes, the length of the course is set to ensure you attend the minimum training hours required.

You will need to be 16 years old or above by the assessment date to be able to partake in the courses.

You will need to bring a form of photo identification on the first day of the course (and the last day for your NPLQ assessment day). We advise you bring a notepad and pen and if taking an NPLQ you will need a swim kit everyday which must include shorts and T-shirt to wear in the water.

If you are interested in enrolling you can either email us at info@mvtlc.org or speak to our Front of House team. If none of your required courses are planned, your details will be passed to our Training Co-ordinator who will be able to get in contact when we are running a course, to organise options for you.

To book on, you will need to speak to Reception. Payment of the course would be required on booking (unless prior arrangement with the Training Assessor).

For your NPLQ course you will also be required to take a swim test. This would need to be booked in advance of the course starting and with the course trainer. You will be required to swim 2-lengths (50m) in under 60 seconds and swim 100ms on your front, followed by 100ms on your back, continuously. You will also need to tread water for 30 seconds, jump or dive into deep water, be able to reach the bottom of the deepest part of the pool and climb out of the pool unaided. If this is successfully signed off by the course trainer you will then be able to enrol onto the course.

Before you are able to take part in an National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) course, you will be required to take a swim test. This would need to be booked in advance of the course starting and with the course trainer. You will be required to swim 2-lengths (50m) in under 60 seconds and swim 100ms on your front, followed by 100ms on your back, continuously. You will also need to tread water for 30 seconds, jump or dive into deep water, be able to reach the bottom of the deepest part of the pool and climb out of the pool unaided. If this is successfully signed off by the course trainer you will then be able to enrol onto the course.

Your NPLQ will be valid for 2 years. Before it expires, you will need to sit another assessment. To do this, you will need to provide a minimum of 20 hours records of certified training within the 2 year period of being qualified.

The NPLQ course is across 6 days (with the external assessment being on the 6th day). The course times are 9am-6pm each day (apart from the assessment day, which may shorter).

The Level 3 in First Aid at Work course is across 3-days.

A Level 3 in Emergency First Aid at Work course is 1-day.

The hours vary for these courses. If you require further information please get in contact info@mvtlc.org.

Due to the nature of the course, this would depend on your disability/limitations.

The Training Assessor is able to apply for a Reasonable Adjustment, which allow adaptations to the course assessment. You can read further information about this here.

If you have further questions, please get in contact info@mvtlc.org.

As part of the NPLQ course you would be required to carry out a swim test. You will be required to swim 2-lengths (50m) in under 60 seconds and swim 100ms on your front, followed by 100ms on your back, continuously. You will also need to tread water for 30 seconds, jump or dive into deep water, be able to reach the bottom of the deepest part of the pool and climb out of the pool unaided. If this is successfully signed off by the course trainer you will then be able to enrol onto the course. If you do not pass the test then you will be unable to enrol on the course.

Age requirements vary depending on the specific holiday activity. For example, our Inflatable Sessions require children to be over 8 years old and able to swim 50 meters confidently.

All holiday activities include clear age and ability requirements, which you can find listed in the session details when booking.

If you’re unsure about suitability for your child, please contact our team for guidance.

You can explore all our upcoming holiday activities on our dedicated Holiday Activities page. Here, you’ll find detailed information about each session, including dates, venues and how to book.

Our venues offer a variety of activities to keep children and families entertained. This includes Family Fun Splash and Inflatable sessions across some of our locations. At Meridian Leisure Centre, we also provide dry-side activities like Gymnastics Camps.

Be sure to check back regularly, as new activities and booking opportunities are added throughout the year!

Don’t forget, in addition to venue-based sessions, we also run the School’s Out activities programme and the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, delivered in partnership with East Lindsey District Council and Lincolnshire County Council.

You can view all our upcoming holiday activities on our dedicated Holiday Activities page. There, you’ll find detailed information about each session, dates, venues and how to book.

Be sure to check back regularly, as new activities and booking opportunities are added throughout the year!

Don’t forget, not only do we have holiday activities within our venues, we also have our School’s Out activities programme and also our HAF (Holiday Activities and Food Programme) which are ran in partnership with East Lindsey District Council and Lincolnshire County Council.

For holiday activities run directly by Magna Vitae in our venues, bookings can be made through our website or the Magna Vitae app.

However, for programmes such as the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, bookings must be made via the Lincolnshire County Council website, as they manage the registration and eligibility for these sessions.

If you’re unsure which booking system to use, please contact our Front of House team for guidance.

The School’s Out programme is a FREE holiday activity designed to get kids moving, having fun and making new friends across East Lindsey! It offers a fantastic chance for children to try out a variety of exciting sports and activities.

Led by expert coaches qualified by National Governing Bodies (NGB), every session is packed with energy, skill-building and plenty of laughs. Whether your child’s a sporty superstar or just curious to try something different, School’s Out is all about active fun and discovering new passions!

If your child has a medical condition, allergy, takes regular medication, or has an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan), please ensure you provide full details on the booking form.

This information allows our team to:

Review your child’s needs ahead of the session
Make any necessary adjustments to support them
Inform relevant staff to ensure your child’s safety and comfort

Sharing this information in advance helps us create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience for your child.

For the School’s Out activities, please ensure your child brings the following items to have a comfortable and enjoyable day:

Packed lunch
Water bottle (preferably refillable to stay hydrated)
Snacks
Sun hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
Waterproof coat for any unexpected weather (hopefully it won’t be needed!)

Bringing these essentials helps your child stay prepared and ready for all activities throughout the day.

The Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) Programme is a government-funded initiative designed to support children and young people during school holidays. The programme runs at venues in Louth and Mablethorpe, aiming to provide children with opportunities to:

Stay active through fun physical activities
Socialise and make new friends
Learn about food education and healthy eating
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal at every session

HAF offers a safe and welcoming environment where children can have fun, learn new skills, and stay healthy during holiday periods.

Eligibility for the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is determined by Lincolnshire County Council. To find out if your child qualifies for a place, please visit the official Lincolnshire County Council website here.

If you need any assistance or have questions about eligibility, feel free to contact our team for support.

This information allows our team to:

Review your child’s needs ahead of the session
Make any necessary adjustments to support them
Inform relevant staff to ensure your child’s safety and comfort

Sharing this information in advance helps us create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable experience for your child.

Every HAF session delivered by Magna Vitae includes a variety of engaging and enriching activities designed to keep children active, creative and well-fed.

Each day typically includes:

A fun, active session (e.g. games, sports, or physical activities)
A healthy, free meal
Food education to encourage healthy habits
A creative craft or themed activity

Activities will vary by venue and session, so no two days are exactly the same—keeping it fun and fresh for returning children.

Please dress your child in comfortable, casual clothing suitable for active play, crafts and the weather. As activities may include arts, outdoor games and food preparation, we recommend clothes that you don’t mind getting a little messy.

Your child should also bring a coat in case of outdoor activities and ideally wear trainers for safety and comfort during physical sessions.

Fresh drinking water is available at all HAF (Holiday and Food Activities) Programme venues throughout every session. Children are welcome to refill their water bottles at any time during the day.

We kindly ask that, where possible, children only bring water or milk with them to drink. This helps us support healthy habits and align with the nutritional goals of the HAF programme.

A healthy, balanced meal is provided at every HAF session as part of the programme. Menus will be shared in advance with all families who have a confirmed booking, so you’ll know exactly what’s being served before the session.

If your child has any allergies, dietary requirements, or food preferences, please make sure to include this information when completing both the booking form and the food order form. This helps us ensure every child is catered for safely and appropriately.

To book your child onto the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, simply use the link provided with your child’s E-voucher code. This will take you to the official online booking system, where you can view all available HAF venues, activity providers, dates and remaining spaces.

Make sure to have your E-voucher code ready, as you’ll need it to complete the booking process.

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is government-funded and is designed for children and young people aged 5 to 16 years.

Please note that age ranges may vary depending on the activity provider or venue. We recommend checking the HAF booking system, through Lincolnshire County Council, for specific age requirements at your chosen location.

At Magna Vitae, our HAF Teen Programme is tailored specifically for young people aged 14 to 16 years, offering engaging and age-appropriate activities in a supportive environment.

We understand that every child is different, and not everyone will enjoy every activity right away. Our team encourages children to have a go and try new things—even if they feel unsure or think they’re not good at it.

However, we never force participation. If a child prefers not to take part in a certain activity, we’ll offer them a chance to get involved in other ways—like helping with scoring, setting up equipment, or supporting their team.

Our priority is to make sure every child feels included, valued, and part of the group—no one is ever left out.

Absolutely! Your child’s safety and wellbeing are our top priorities. All holiday activities are supervised by our experienced, qualified and fully trained delivery team.

Each team member holds a valid DBS check, is trained in First Aid and is committed to creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for all children. You can feel confident knowing your child is in safe hands while they enjoy new experiences and make new friends.

We understand that joining a new activity can feel daunting, especially if your child doesn’t know anyone. That’s why we make it a priority to create a welcoming, inclusive environment from the very beginning.

Our sessions start with icebreaker games and group activities designed to help children feel comfortable, make new friends and build confidence. Our team is always on hand to ensure no child is ever left out and that everyone feels part of the group.

By the end of the day, many children leave with smiles—and new friendships too!

MagnaTag is an exciting, arena-based tag game that combines fast reflexes, agility, sharp senses and a bit of bravery. It’s designed to be fun, energetic and a great way to stay active while enjoying some friendly competition.

Players wear a wristband that they swipe on illuminated TAGs throughout the arena to score points. The more challenging the TAG, the higher the points awarded! At the end of the game, the scores are tallied by a central system and the top scorer is crowned the champion!

MagnaTag is perfect for families, friends and groups looking for a unique and thrilling activity that promotes fitness and fun.

Yes, all MagnaTag sessions require participants to wear an MagnaTag wristband. This wristband activates your gameplay, tracks your points and is essential for accessing the arena.

You only need to purchase the wristband once and it can be re-used for future sessions, so be sure to bring it with you each time! Wristbands cost £1 and are available at reception.

To take part in the MagnaTag arena, participants must be a minimum of 1.2 metres (120cm) in height.

This requirement is in place to ensure all players can safely and confidently navigate the obstacles and equipment in the arena. Please check your child’s height before booking to avoid disappointment.

To get the most out of your MagnaTag experience, we recommend wearing comfortable, flexible clothing and closed-toe trainers suitable for physical activity.

For safety reasons, jewellery and sharp objects—such as belt buckles, clothing studs, or accessories—are not permitted in the arena.

Wearing the right clothing ensures you can move freely and safely throughout the MagnaTag obstacle course.

Points are scored in the MagnaTag arena by tapping your wristband sensor against the illuminated TAGs hidden throughout the arena. Each TAG glows in a different colour, indicating how many points it’s worth—the harder it is to reach, the more points you earn!

Every time you tap a TAG, points are instantly added to your wristband. Your score updates in real time on the live leaderboard, so you can keep an eye on how you’re doing and compete with your friends for the top spot.

Ready to win? Grab your crew, bring your best game face and see if you’ve got what it takes to climb the leaderboard. It’s fast, fun, and perfect for the whole family! Find out more.

To ensure a fun and safe experience for everyone, please follow the MagnaTag arena rules below:

Participants must be at least 1.2 metres tall to take part.
Only attempt challenges and activities that are within your own physical limits and skill level.
The arena is not suitable for expectant mothers or individuals with known heart conditions.
You must not participate under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could affect your ability to take part safely.
Entry to the arena is only permitted for registered players wearing an official MagnaTag wristband, and after completing the safety briefing.
Please avoid physical contact with other players while in the arena.
By swiping your wristband and entering the arena, you are automatically agreeing to follow these rules.

These rules are in place to keep all participants safe and ensure everyone has a great time!

To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, please follow these important rules while using the MagnaTag arena:

Do not climb on the outside of any structures.
Do not slide down the ropework or use it inappropriately.
Balls and other equipment must remain within designated event areas at all times.
Do not intentionally swing suspended objects at other players.
Your wristband must remain on at all times during your session.
Always check for other players before descending from any obstacle or structure.
When tagging beacons, use care to avoid injury to your wrist or arm.
Follow all safety instructions provided by staff or displayed at each obstacle.

These rules are in place for your safety and the safety of others. Thank you for following them!

Anyone aged 16 or over can accompany up to two children under the age of 8 in the swimming pool.

Children aged 8 and above are welcome to swim unsupervised, provided they are confident in the water and follow pool rules. However, we always recommend that a responsible adult stays nearby when possible to ensure safety.

For further information read our Safe Swim Policy.

When visiting our venues, lockers require a refundable £1 coin or trolley token to operate.

At Meridian Leisure Centre in Louth, if you plan to use the Health Suite changing rooms, please note that these lockers are secured with padlocks. You will need to bring your own padlock to use them, as they are not coin-operated.

Please be aware that personal belongings cannot be left in lockers overnight. Magna Vitae reserves the right to remove any items left in lockers after hours for security reasons.

You can find our swimming pool temperatures at our venues below:

Meridian Leisure Centre

Our main pool is an average of around 29 degrees and our leisure pool (baby pool) is 31 degrees.

Horncastle Pool & Fitness Suite

Our pool is an average of around 29 – 30 degrees

Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite

Our pool is an average of around 29 – 30 degrees

Station Leisure & Learning Centre

Our pool is an average of around 29 – 30 degrees

We require at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or transfer your booking to another day. If you cancel more than 48 hours before your session, you will receive a full refund.

To request a refund or reschedule your booking, please contact our Front of House team directly. Refunds are not issued automatically, so getting in touch is essential to process your request.

We offer adult only swimming sessions at all of our venues. These are either named as adult only swims, or are sessions that are tailored towards adult swimmers. Take a look at our range of swimming activities here. If you want to enquire about quieter times, please get in contact with your relevant venue.

Yes, we offer a selection of swimwear and accessories available for purchase at our venues. This includes swimsuits, goggles, swim caps and essential items like swim nappies for younger children. Our range is designed to cover all ages and swimming needs, whether you’re just starting lessons or coming in for a casual swim.

Please note that stock may vary between locations and is subject to availability, so if you’re looking for something specific, it’s a good idea to check with your local venue in advance.

Yes, all of our venues offer lane swimming sessions. Whether you’re looking for a steady-paced swim, training for fitness, or just want some uninterrupted time in the water, lane swimming is a great option.

We offer a variety of swimming sessions to suit different needs, including general swim, family swim, and lane-only sessions. You can browse all available options and choose the one that suits you best when booking online or through our app. Lane swimming times may vary by location, so we recommend checking the timetable for your preferred venue.

No, everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a member or hold an MV (Magna Vitae) subscription to use our swimming pools. We offer pay-as-you-go options, so anyone can book a swim session—whether you’re visiting for the day, just getting started, or prefer the flexibility of occasional use.

Of course, membership and MV subscriptions come with added benefits but they’re completely optional. Our goal is to make swimming as accessible and inclusive as possible for everyone in the community.

We advise you to wait until your baby has had its 12 week injections before you bring them swimming.

Swimming is one of the most effective full-body workouts you can do. Just 30 minutes of swimming can provide the same benefits as 45 minutes of land-based exercise. That’s because water provides natural resistance, making your muscles work harder with every movement—without the strain that high-impact exercises can cause.

Swimming is also low impact, meaning it’s gentle on the joints and ideal for people recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or simply looking for a safe, sustainable way to stay active. In addition to building strength and endurance, swimming improves cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and mental well-being. It’s suitable for all ages and fitness levels, and it’s a skill that can be enjoyed for life.

You are able to bring your own swimming accessories as long as they are not the following items:

No inflatable lilos or giant inflatable items/rings.
No mermaid tails, flippers, snorkels, beach balls etc.

If you are uncertain whether you can bring an item into your swimming session please get in contact with the venue in advance or speak with the Front of House team, or a Duty Manager, before going through for the session.

You can sign up for swimming lessons via our website! Click here for more information.

We appreciate that illness can happen, especially with little ones. Sadly we are not able to refund/or replace missed classes as yours/your child’s space is held regardless of attendance. This is to ensure that the space is always guaranteed. If you/your child is going to be off for a significant period of time, please do contact us so we can discuss options.

We advise you to wait until your baby has had its 12 week injections before you bring them to swimming lessons. They can start lessons after this in our Discovery Ducklings programme.

Please get in contact with us if you are wanting to enquire about one-to-one swimming lessons. You can email us at info@mvtlc.org or contact the specific venue directly. Provide us with your name/your child/children’s name, date of birth, current swimming ability (including any distance badges that may have been awarded), any SEN/medical needs, as well as any days and times your are unavailable. You can also let us know the reasons you/your child are wanting to do one-to-one lessons so we can help you decide whether one-to-one lessons are the best option for you/your child. Unfortunately, spaces are very limited so there may be a waiting list in place.

Swimming is a vital life skill.
With 75% of the planet covered in water, it’s essential that all young people have the opportunity to learn to swim—not just for enjoyment, but for their own safety. Swimming is also one of the safest and most accessible forms of exercise, suitable for all ages and abilities. It’s a lifelong, family-friendly activity that we often enjoy during our free time—whether at the beach, on holiday, or at the local pool. By learning to swim early and mastering the fundamentals, children are more likely to build confidence and develop a lifelong love of swimming.

Living in a coastal community, swimming is more than just a recreational activity — it’s a critical life skill. According to the Royal Life Saving Society UK, around 400 people drown in the UK each year, with many incidents occurring in open water. Our swimming lessons are designed not only to teach strong swimming technique, but also to build vital water safety knowledge and awareness. This ensures children grow up confident, capable, and better prepared to stay safe in and around water

Why your child should learn to swim

Learn to Swim information for parents

When booking into swimming lessons please let us know if your child has any medical conditions. This will then be uploaded on to their profile on the Swimming Lesson portal so your child’s teacher is aware. Please pop any medical conditions we need to be aware of over to us via email to info@mvtlc.org.

Your child should not attend swimming lessons if they have ear infections, infectious diseases, open wounds or sore eyes. We also advise you do not swim 48 hours after a sickness bug.

We do not advise people swim on a full stomach. Do not eat in the hour you are coming swimming. If children are coming straight from school for swimming lessons they may need a small snack to maintain energy levels.

You/your child will need the following items for swimming lessons:

Swimming costume/trunks/shorts
Towel
Shampoo & shower gel
Hair clips/hair bands
Swimming cap if desired
Goggles
Armbands (if child has their own) – however, we do provide swimming aids during lessons.
Any medication that may be required (such as inhaler, epi pen etc.)
For Rookie Lifeguard Awards you are required to bring a T-shirt with you (Rookie Lifeguard Awards is only available at certain venues)

Progress through each stage of the WaterWise programme varies for every child. Factors such as previous experience, natural confidence in the water and individual ability all play a role. Children who have participated in adult and child sessions (Discovery Ducklings or Ducklings) often progress more quickly at first, as they’re already familiar with the structure and environment.

Every child learns at their own pace and our programme is designed to support that. If you have any concerns about your child’s progress, please don’t hesitate to speak with a member of our Front of House team.

Within each WaterWise group, swimmers may be at slightly different stages in their development or may need to focus on specific skills. Our teachers tailor activities to meet each child’s individual needs, ensuring they are appropriately challenged and supported. This personalised approach helps every swimmer make steady progress, even if they are working on different exercises during the same session.

Our WaterWise lessons are led by a Swim England (formerly ASA) qualified swimming teacher with a class including a maximum of 12 swimmers. The teacher will provide a variety of fun based activities to help the swimmers learn new skills and provide feedback and instruction to help each individual swimmer develop. As the lessons progress the teacher will record this and update the Go Learn portal. On the portal you will be able to see the completed disciplines for that stage, their percentage to completion, any badges the child may have been awarded, as well as if the child is ready to move to the next stage. To take a look at the criteria we follow, please take a look at our Swimming Lesson page.

Our WaterWise group swimming lessons are 30 minutes for Discovery Ducklings, Ducklings and Stages 1-6. However, they then increase to 45 minutes from Stage 7 onwards.

Please note that this time includes drop-off and pick-up, entering and exiting the pool and the teacher taking the register.

It is possible to swim before and after your lesson/your child’s lesson, if there is a general swim session available. If your child is under the age of 8, they must be accompanied by an adult. Please be aware that outside of your child’s scheduled lesson times — including the day of your child’s lesson — parents or guardians accompanying their child for any general swimming access will be required to pay the applicable swimming fee. Don’t forget – your child/you are entitled to FREE swimming at any of our general swim sessions (at any of our venues!) if your our a WaterWise member.

We ask that all spectators use our spectator areas to view their child’s swimming lesson. If you have any concerns, please speak to a member of staff.

Each lesson is allocated 30 minutes (or 45 minutes for Stage 7 and above). This total time includes more than just swimming — it also covers essential activities such as taking the register for safeguarding purposes, explaining the lesson goals, and allowing time for your child to enter and exit the pool safely. As a result, your child may not be in the water for the full duration of the session.

If we have to cancel a lesson due to a pool closure we will contact you via phone/email. As is stated in the terms and conditions agreed at the time of sign-up, we guarantee you will reive 48 lessons within the financial year and we will keep track of all cancelled lessons. If you receive less that 48 lessons we will then be in contact to discuss options.

If there is not any space for your child to move into the next group, please speak with our Front of House team. We recommend for your child to stay in the same group until a space becomes available. The teacher will ensure that your child is still being challenged in the lesson. Remember, all swimmers need practice and no-one’s stroke is perfect!

You will be able to regularly check the spaces available on the Go Learn portal. This is a live portal, so once you see a space available please move your child into this group. If you are unable to move your child via the portal, please speak with the Front of House team and they will be able to give you access.

You can see this information in the Swimming Lesson portal. This will show progression, the criteria of the stage and much more!

We offer FREE badge sessions for our WaterWise members. Our badge sessions differ per venue, so please get in contact with the specific venue to find out their available badge sessions days/times.

Teachers are able to assess for the 5m badge during lessons as there is sufficient space/time to do so. There are occasions where we can assess further distances however, it depends on time restraints and pool space.

If your child is wanting to attempt a long distance badge, 200m and above, please get in contact with your venue directly.

Stage 1 & Stage 2 classes have an additional teacher in the water. The additional teacher supports the non-swimmers in gaining water confidence and learning to float unaided. They also demonstrate to the swimmers how to do the skill, giving the swimmer a visual representation of what is required. A combination of the above can increase a nervous swimmer’s self-esteem and encourage them to give it a go.

Yes. Once your child has been awarded a badge via our Swimming Lesson portal, or by their one-to-one swimming teacher, you can then purchase the certificate and badge from our Front of House team. They will then move your child into the next stage with you, or you can do this yourself via the portal.

When you sign your child up online, the stage also has a description of what distance your child would be required to swim. If you are still unsure, please speak with Front of House regarding which group would suit your child best.

If your child would feel more comfortable in aids, by all means bring them with you. Our swimming teachers may take them off/replace them, as some aid can restrict movement and we may have a beneficial alternative.

Feedback/survey emails are sent out twice a year, should you require more urgent attention, please speak with Front of House or a Duty Manager. Alternatively, please take a look at our feedback procedure.

You are able to take photos of your children swimming as long as you have filled out a photograph permission form, which can be acquired at reception. Please ensure you are taking a picture of your child ONLY and that the image does not include any other children. This is for GDPR and Safeguarding reasons. Please do not be offended if you are asked by a member of staff to show the picture you have taken. We ask all customers to be respectful of this policy to help ensure the safety and protection of all people and children within our venues.

Unfortunately, most of our swim teachers teach back-to-back lessons. Therefore, they are unable to discuss anything at length in between lessons. However, if you urgently need to speak to a swim teacher, please leave a message with Front of House and the teacher can then get in contact with you directly. Alternatively, pop an email over to info@mvtlc.org.

The Rookie Lifeguard programme offers children valuable survival, rescue, and sports skills in an engaging way that complements their current swimming lessons. It inspires confidence and independence through fun activities, leading to a series of awards from the Bronze to Gold level. Part of the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme, it fulfils Key Stage 2 water safety requirements and is taught by RLSS UK approved instructors. The programme also fosters teamwork and peer support, helping even the shyest kids make new friends.

Please note this is currently only available at our venues in Louth, Horncastle and Skegness.

Your child can enrol on Rookie Lifeguard Awards from Stage 5 onwards and between the ages of 8-15 – available at our venues in Louth, Horncastle & Skegness. Alternatively, we are affiliated with Louth Swimming Club and Skegness Swimming Club if your child would like to pursue swimming further.

We use state of the art technology to ensure you always stay attached. When you arrive, an instructor will issue you with a Clic-it. This is made up of two communicating carabiners which mean that there’s no way you can ever detach yourself from the safety system. You’ll also receive a full safety briefing from an instructor which will teach you how to use the system.

We’ve included a Junior Course, which is designed for small children, so the whole family can take part in the adventure. The Junior Course is mounted at a height of approximately 60 – 100 cm above the ground and is for use by people 1 metre to 1.4 metres tall. For the main course, everyone needs to be at least 6 years old and 1.2 metres tall. Anyone under 10 years old or less then 1.4 metres tall will need to be accompanied by an adult over 18 please.

On the adult course, the whole session will last approximately 90 minutes. This includes time for you to be fitted with safety equipment, briefed by your instructor and the chance to have a supervised practice session on the ground to make sure you understand how to use the safety system. If you’ve also chosen to go on “The Drop” you’ll need to make sure you fit this in during your time on the course. On the junior course, you’ll also be given a safety briefing which will be included in your adventure with us!

Please visit the Before Your Adventure page which tells you everything you need to know!

The best way to book your Altitude44 adventure is through our website, click the following link and select Skegness Pool & Fitness Suite as your venue, then select Main Course Altitude44 as your activity! If you are a group of more than 10, please contact us for group discount offers. If you have a voucher and would like to book, please call the venue on 01754 610675 or pop us an email.

Our terms and conditions covers our cancellation policy. In brief, cancellations made more than 7 days before your booking will be eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 7 days but more than 24 hours before will be eligible to change the date or receive a voucher for the value of the booking. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice will not be eligible for a refund however we are happy to accept substitutions if someone else would like to go on the same session instead. To amend your booking please contact us.

Yes. Subject to our terms and conditions, you can alter your booking up to 24 hours before you arrive. Less than 24 hours before your booking, you can substitute the participant for a different participant but cannot change the date of your booking. To amend your booking please contact us prior to your visit.

Our opening times vary depending on the season. The easiest way to check if we’re open is to visit our bookings page. Please go to our website and select that date to check what time sessions are available. Any last minute changes to our opening times will be posted on our social media channels. Stay tuned!

We offer a variety of packages for groups. This includes school groups, birthday parties, stag and hen groups and corporate team building groups. Along with our partners, the Embassy Theatre, Skegness Pool and Fitness Suite and the Magna Vitae Trust for Leisure and Culture, we can offer packages to suit anyone. Please visit our website page: Group Bookings

Conquering Altitude44 will require a degree of physical fitness but if you are able to climb a ladder you should be fine. There is also a height and weight restriction. The weight limit is 120 kilograms (18.5 stone) and the height restrictions are: Mini Course: 1 metre – 1.4 metres Main course: minimum 1.2 metres

The staff at Altitude44 are not medically qualified and will not be able to assess how capable you are. It is your responsibility to undertake an assessment before you arrive. We advise you to seek your own advice and examine the high wire yourself before deciding whether to book. If you would like more information about the course, please email us or speak to the team on site.

Our policy strongly recommends pregnant women not to take part. However, the choice is yours and we would suggest you seek professional medical advice on the matter. The waiver you will be asked to sign at the start of the activity states that the activity is not suitable for those who are pregnant. If you sign this waiver and continue with the activity you do so in the full knowledge that we do not recommend you take part.

Altitude44 wishes to be as inclusive as possible, however our high wire does offer a degree of physical and mental challenge and this may mean that safe participation is not possible for those who require certain support. For some the risk of injury may be too great despite any measures that can be offered. We try our best to make Altitude44 available to everyone so please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note: to use the main course, you must be over 6 years old, over 1.2m tall, and under 120kg (18.5 stone). If you’re between 1.2m and 1.4m tall or under 10, an adult must accompany you on the course.

Every session is supervised by our qualified instructors. If you need any assistance during your session they will be on hand to help you out. Unfortunately our instructors cannot accompany individuals around the entire course as they have to look after everyone on the session. If you think you need extra help, please email us and we will see what we can do for you.

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