Midlothian Swimming Club
Midlothian Swimming Club is a friendly and ambitious competitive swimming club, helping swimmers develop their skills and fulfil their potential in a positive, supportive environment.
For more than 30 years, the club has supported swimmers at every stage of competitive development—from those taking their first steps beyond Learn to Swim through to District and National champions. Our progressive squad structure provides the coaching, encouragement and challenge each swimmer needs to grow in confidence, fitness and ability.
We are proud to be the largest and most successful competitive swimming club in Midlothian, while remaining a close-knit community where every swimmer is recognised and valued. Named Scottish Aquatics Club of the Year in 2024, we continue to build on a strong record of achievement in and out of the pool.
Midlothian Swimming Club
More than 30 years of experience helping talented swimmers fulfil their potential
Recognised as the largest and most successful competitive swimming club in Midlothian
Named Scottish Aquatics Club of the Year in 2024
Supportive, close-knit club environment where every swimmer is recognised and encouraged
Five progressive squads:
Development
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Masters
Welcomes swimmers from age seven, normally following completion of a Learn to Swim programme
Provides a clear pathway from novice competitive swimming through to District and National level
Swimmers have achieved success at:
East District Championships
Scottish National Age Group Championships
Scottish Schools Championships
British Championships
National Masters competitions
Training delivered across several Midlothian venues, including Penicuik Leisure Centre, Lasswade Centre and Beeslack Community High School
Programme includes pool training, land-based conditioning and opportunities for warm-weather training camps
Strong focus on commitment, personal development, teamwork and helping every swimmer become the best they can be
Robust wellbeing and safeguarding framework, including equality, mental-health signposting, anti-bullying and child-protection policies
Opportunities for experienced club swimmers and adult Masters swimmers to join the programme
Contact Information
Address
39A Carlops Rd, Penicuik EH26 9EP, UK
Contact Info
Location and Training Schedule
Penicuik Leisure Centre, Carlops Road, Penicuik, EH26 9EP
Lasswade Centre, 9 Eskdale Drive, Bonnyrigg, EH19 2LA
Beeslack Community High School, Edinburgh Road, Penicuik, EH26 0QF
Royal Commonwealth Pool, Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh
Development
Thursday: 6:30pm–8:00pm — Beeslack
Sunday: 10:45am–12:15pm — Penicuik
Bronze
Tuesday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Thursday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Sunday: 8:45am–10:45am — Penicuik
Silver
Monday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Tuesday: 6:00am–7:30am — Lasswade
Wednesday: 6:00am–7:30am — Lasswade, alternating groups
Wednesday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Friday: 4:30pm–5:30pm — Land training at Lasswade
Friday: 5:30pm–7:30pm — Lasswade
Sunday: 8:45am–10:45am — Penicuik
Gold
Monday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Tuesday: 6:00am–7:30am — Lasswade
Wednesday: 6:00am–7:30am — Lasswade
Wednesday: 6:00pm–8:00pm — Penicuik
Friday: 4:30pm–5:30pm — Land training at Lasswade
Friday: 5:30pm–7:30pm — Lasswade
Sunday: 8:45am–10:45am — Penicuik
Sunday: 5:30pm–7:30pm — Royal Commonwealth Pool
Masters
Monday: 6:00pm–7:30pm — Penicuik
Wednesday: 6:00pm–7:30pm — Penicuik
Midlothian Swimming Club — Contact Information
Club President / General Enquiries
Liam Barton
[email protected]
For general enquiries, club operations, membership and administrative matters.
Head Coach / Training Enquiries
Colin Barton
[email protected]
For coaching, squad placement, training and swimmer-development enquiries.
Wellbeing and Protection Officer
Lisa Forbes
[email protected]
For safeguarding, wellbeing or child-protection concerns.
Club Secretary
The website refers visitors to the Club Secretary for sponsorship enquiries, but does not currently publish the secretary’s name or a separate email address.
Trials and New Members
Complete the online trial form:
https://www.midlothianswimmingclub.co.uk/arrange-a-trial
Keeping Things Social
Check out some of the great opportunities swimmers can enjoy during their time at swim club. Friendships are formed, memories are made, and there are plenty of exciting experiences along the way.
Below are links to some of the highlights, why not have a look around and see what being part of the club is all about.
Penicuik Leisure Centre
Penicuik Leisure Centre features a 25-metre swimming pool used for the majority of Midlothian Swimming Club’s squad sessions. The venue also includes a gym, sauna and steam room, soft-play facilities and a meeting room. It provides a practical community setting for Development through to Masters training.
Lasswade Centre
Lasswade Centre has a modern 25-metre swimming pool with a movable floor, allowing the water depth to be adjusted for different activities and training requirements. The centre also offers a gym, hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room. Midlothian’s Silver and Gold squads use the venue for early-morning swimming, Friday pool sessions and land training.
Beeslack Community High School
Beeslack Community High School provides a community swimming pool used by Midlothian’s Development Squad. Its smaller school-based setting offers an appropriate environment for younger swimmers beginning their competitive club pathway and developing their technique, confidence and training skills.
Royal Commonwealth Pool
The Royal Commonwealth Pool is one of Scotland’s leading aquatic venues and features Edinburgh’s only 50-metre swimming pool. It also includes a teaching pool, international-standard diving facilities, a performance gym, fitness studios, café and accessible pool lift. Midlothian’s Gold Squad trains here on Sunday evenings, providing valuable long-course experience in a high-performance environment.
