Your Half Term Adventure
Get ready to climb, slide, balance and splash your way across TidalX, Horizon’s brand-new floating inflatable obstacle course. Designed for high-energy fun in the pool, TidalX brings a fresh challenge for confident swimmers looking for something exciting, active and unforgettable.
Launching this Easter, TidalX will be running at both Havant and Waterlooville, with two unique inflatable designs and the same epic experience.
60 minutes. Big inflatables. Non-stop fun.
What is TidalX?
TidalX is a floating inflatable obstacle course set up across the swimming pool. Participants climb, balance, slide and race across the course before splashing back into the water and going again.
TidalX is part of Horizon’s inflatable series, alongside our popular AirXtreme obstacle course.
Spaces are limited and sessions can sell out during school holidays.
Havant
A dual-lane course built for side-by-side racing.
Climb, dodge, scramble and slide your way to victory.
Waterlooville
A bold, high-impact course featuring balance challenges and spiked obstacles to test your agility and nerve.
Different layouts. Same level of epic.
TidalX Availability
TidalX launches during the Easter holidays and runs on three days during each half-term week, plus once a month at each centre. Sessions are available at both Havant and Waterlooville
TidalX Admission Prices & Key Information
Pricing
£8.50 per person
For a 60-minute session of inflatable fun
Who can take part?
Tidal X is for children aged 8–15 years only.
No adults on the inflatable. All participants must be confident swimmers.
Swim Competency Test
Before using the inflatable, every child must complete a swim competency test on arrival.
On arrival, children will receive a wristband to complete the swim test. If they pass, they will receive a second wristband, which allows them to use the inflatable. Children who do not pass the swim test will not be allowed on the inflatable.
Please also remember to fill out your waiver before your session.
FAQS
TidalX is a large inflatable obstacle course set up in the swimming pool. Participants climb, balance, slide, and race across the inflatable before splashing back into the water.
TidalX is suitable for children aged 8–15 years only. Adults and children under 8 are not permitted on the inflatable.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring children of different ages.
Children aged 8–15 can take part in TidalX (subject to passing the swim competency test).
Children under 8 can use the other half of the pool while the TidalX session is running.
Yes. An adult must remain on site at all times while a child is taking part in TidalX.
Adults are not permitted on the inflatable.
Children over 8 do not need to be supervised.
Adults can supervise younger children under 8 in the pool or watch from the café viewing area if their child is over 8.
Before taking part in TidalX, children will complete a short swim competency test.
This involves:
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Swimming one length of the pool
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Treading water for 30 seconds
Children who successfully complete the test will be able to take part in TidalX.
If a child does not pass the swim test, they won’t be able to use the inflatable. This is to ensure the safety of all participants
TidalX runs at Havant Leisure Centre and Waterlooville Leisure Centre.
TidalX launches during the Easter holidays and runs for three days each half-term week, with one session weekend per month at each centre outside of holidays.
Yes. Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited to 50 and sessions often sell out quickly.
Participants should wear swimwear suitable for active play, such as a swimsuit or swim shorts. We recommend no zips, buckles, or sharp accessories, as these can damage the inflatable. Goggles are optional, but must be secure.
Yes. You will not be able to participate unless a waiver has been signed. Please ensure this is completed before your session starts.