Like many pioneering initiatives it was a series of terrible events that took place in the waters around Kolkata, which led to the realization that swimming and lifesaving were essential skills that everyone needed. Exactly a century ago, the capsizing of a passenger steamer on the Hooghly River that claimed over a hundred young lives, and a spate of drowning incidents in Kolkata's waterways, sparked a public debate on the widespread lack of swimming ability and lifesaving skills among Bengal's youth.
Within a few years later a group of determined individuals started giving demonstrations in formal training for swimming and lifesaving, including one on 26th August 1921 at the College Square swimming pool that was attended by several learned and distinguished persons, including Lord Lytton, soon to be the Governor of Bengal. Within a year of that demonstration, with continued patronage from a few royal houses of erstwhile Kolkata and the Governor of the province, the Indian Life Saving Society (ILSS) was formed and the inaugural meeting of the Society held on 1st August 1922.
Experience a diverse range of facilities at our club, from scenic swimming pools and vibrant lawns to inviting restaurants and versatile event spaces for every occasion.
The Society features two elegant swimming pools, each offering a unique ambiance for relaxation and recreation.
The main lawn of the club, nestled beside the pool and overlooking the lake, providing a refreshing escape into nature.
Explore our state-of-the-art gym facilities and sports programs.
