Swimming
There is no longer the requirement to pre-book for the swimming pool. Normal admission policy applies for pool numbers and adult/child ratios will apply. Omagh Leisure Complex retain the right to refuse entry should the following policy not be met.
- Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their children at all times whilst in the facility.
- A child under the age of 8 years must be directly supervised in the swimming pool by his/her parent or responsible person (aged over 16 years).
- No more than two children aged 4 to 7 may be supervised by one parent or responsible person (aged 16 or over).
- Children under 4 must be supervised by a parent or responsible person (aged 16 or over) on a one to one basis.
- Please note that children aged under 8 are not permitted in the 25 metre pool which has a 2 metre depth, without direct supervision of a parent or responsible person (aged 16 or over).
- Omagh Leisure Complex operates a NO SMOKING policy. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere in the Swimming Hall or other buildings on site.
- Children aged 15 or under are not permitted entry to Health Suite.
- Please alert the attendant of any medical conditions you (or those under your supervision) may have which may affect bathing safety.
- Lifeguard instructions must be obeyed at all times. Persons not adhering to lifeguard instructions may be asked to vacate the pool and in exceptional circumstances, the premises.
- No running on Pool Deck.
- No glass containers are allowed in the Pool or on the Deck.
- Recording devices (including all types of electronic devices) may only be used in the facility with the permission of the Operations Manager. Recording devices (including all types of electronic devices) are not permitted in the changing rooms, pool areas or viewing gallery. A photography policy is available by request at reception.
- Private swimming lessons by members of the public are strictly prohibited.
Opening Hours & Session Times
Monday – Friday 7am – 10pm (final entry @ 9pm)
Saturday – Sunday 10am – 5.30pm (final entry @ 4.20pm)
Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – CLOSED
Customers are advised that we have a full Learn to Swim Programme ongoing throughout evenings and weekends, School’s Swim Programme during some mornings and afternoons as well as local club bookings (see image below for details of club bookings).
All swimming sessions last for a duration of 50 minutes.
Pool Closures
Due to club bookings, swimming lessons and events, it may be necessary for us to close our pools fully to ensure the maximum safe bather load is not over capacity.
Where there is a full pool closure, customers will be permitted access up to 50 minutes prior to the closure time. Access after this time will not be granted until the pool reopens.
E.g. Main Pool CLOSED at 6pm – customers will be permitted to check in up until 5.10pm after which only those using the Learner Pool and Baby Splash Pool will be granted access.
Please note the following times when our Main Pool is fully closed to public swimmers:
Mondays: 8 – 9pm
Tuesdays: 6 – 8pm
Thursdays: 6 – 7pm
Fridays: 7 – 8am
Please note the following times when our Learner Pool is fully closed to public swimmers:
Mondays: 2 – 3.10pm
Tuesdays: 10 – 10.35am (15/09/2023 – 20/10/2023); 12.30 – 1pm; 1.30 – 2pm
Wednesdays: 5.30 – 6pm
Saturdays: 10 – 11.20am
If you would like more information, please see the images of our full pool schedule below or you can contact reception on 02882 246711 option 2 or email olcinfo@fermanaghomagh.com.
Staff Training
Essential staff training is held on the second Wednesday of each month.
To facilitate this training, the full pool hall is closed from 2pm until 3.30pm. Last admission for swimming will be at 1.10pm until the pools reopen at 3.30pm.
The Health Suite (Sauna, Steam & Jacuzzi) remains open as normal during this time.
Regular staff training ensures that we can continue to deliver a high quality service to ensure your safety and enjoyment and we thank you for your continued support.
Events
We are pleased to be able to facilitate major swimming events including international galas here at Omagh Leisure Complex.
During major swimming events we often need to close the full pool hall to accommodate the booking however advance notice will be advertised of any events scheduled. Customers will be informed by the Swim Team if events will have any impact to our Learn to Swim Programme.
No events are currently scheduled for 2023.
Please note the following pool schedule is a guide and details may be subject to change.
