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Leisure Covid-19 Updates
Leisure Covid Updates
Following on from the Government announcement that leisure facilities can re-open, we are pleased to say our doors will re-open operating our usual opening hours from 2 December 2020.
Today (Thursday 26 November 2020) the government has confirmed that North Warwickshire will re-open in Tier 3 Very High Alert, so you may wander what can go ahead and what can’t. Below is a summary of what can take place. More detail about the measures in place to keep you safe are also further down the web page:
| Activity | Medium 1 | High 2 | Very High 3 |
| Gym Workout You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness Classes You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes | No Classes will continue on our live Zoom platform |
| Swimming You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Swimming Lessons You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gymnastics You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Badminton You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes/No Singles okay Only same households can play doubles | Yes/No Only same households can play |
| Squash You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes/No Only same households can play | Yes/No Only same households can play |
| Football (indoor) You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | No | No |
| Basketball (indoor) You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | No | No |
| Table Tennis You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | Yes/No Single okay Only same household can play doubles | Yes/no Only same households can play |
| Indoor Bowls You can continue under current guidelines | Yes | No | No |
| Under 18’s are exempt from the restrictions above |
Current Members Update
Gym Memberships
Following on from the Government guidance issued regarding the reopening of Gyms and Leisure Facilities on Wednesday 2 December 2020, please be advised of the following:
Lifetimes Direct Debit memberships will now restart December (5th and 25th).
North Warwickshire has been placed in Tier 3 which means the gym will be open for advance booking (bookings will open from 1 December) however classes will NOT be permitted to restart at this time.
Therefore a online timetable of classes will be provided via zoom and will be included within the current membership fee. The timetable will see all of our favourite classes e.g. yoga, Zumba etc and will be delivered by our instructors.
You can request that your membership stay frozen if this options is not suitable, but ideally we will need to know this by 1st December to stop any payment coming out on 5th.
If you currently pay per class, you can purchase our zoom fitness class option for a one off fee of £14.99 that covers the whole of December 2020.
A payment freeze means that you will keep your membership but no payments will be taken until we come out of tier 3 and classes can resume on site as before (at the earliest January 5th and 25th).
Those members with Annual Subscriptions have had the lockdown period added on to their planned end date, as well as those that are on Student Memberships and / or have Lifetimes ‘Pay As You Go’ membership cards.
If you have already contacted us to cancel your membership we will process that request for you.
We would like to thank you for your continued support and wish everyone the very best of health.
Swimming Lessons
Swimming lessons will re-start from 2 December 2020 on site. The safety measures previously in place will still be in place to ensure one way systems, gaps between lessons and increased cleaning regimes. Learn2 Swim lessons have already been taken for November, so therefore we will not take another payment until 1st January 2021. More detail about the measures in place can be found below.
Gymnastics Lessons
Gymnastics Lessons will re-start from 2 December 2020 on site. The safety measures previously in place will still be in place to ensure one way systems, gaps between lessons and increased cleaning regimes. Gymnastics lessons have already been taken for November, so therefore we will not take another payment until 1st January 2021. More detail about the measures in place can be found below.
Racket Sports
Racket sports will still be offered to the public, who we are asking to follow the latest governing body guidelines. See below for Badminton and squash:
Badminton:
https://www.badmintonengland.co.uk/media/9057/badminton-activity-by-tier.pdf
Squash
https://www.englandsquash.com/back-to-squash/guidance#tiers
Clubs and Block Bookings
Clubs and block bookings have been or will be contacted very soon for their booking arrangements to be discussed.
NHS Services
Blood testing and physiotherapy NHS services will continue at Coleshill Leisure Centre and Atherstone Leisure Complex. Visit https://www.swiftqueue.co.uk/gehall.php to book or for more information.
Information and enquiries
If you have any enquiries, please get in touch with us via phone or email on the contact details below. Staff will be taking calls between 9:00 and 16:00 Monday to Friday:
Atherstone Leisure Complex atherstoneleisurecomplex@northwarks.gov.uk Tel: 01827 719321 Extension option 1
Coleshill Leisure Centre coleshillleisurecentre@northwarks.gov.uk Tel: 01827 719321 Extension option 2
Polesworth Sports Centre polesworthsportscentre@northwarks.gov.uk Tel: 01827 719321 Extension option 3
We would like to thank you for your continued support, wish you all the very best of health and look forward to welcoming you back when we can open our doors again.
General Measures in Place
- We ask that anyone feeling ill or showing signs of any symptoms does not attend the centre and follow NHS guidance
- Make yourself aware of the facilities procedures prior to arrival to ensure you understand what’s in place to make everyone safe. Information is on this website and displayed in site.
- Hygiene stations, spray bottles and hand sanitiser are around the building, we ask that you wash your hands regularly and follow good hygiene measures whilst at our facilities.
- Clear signage and notices are displayed throughout our facilities
- Additional cleaning measures are in place in line with Public Health England guidance
- One way systems have been introduced where possible to improve ability to social distance, along with floor marking
- Rooms and activities have had capacities reviewed and new room and activity occupancies will be in place for your safety
- Pre-booking is required for all activities. Booking can take place online or over the phone on 01827 719321. Booking in site will only be done as a last resort. See booking section below for more information on booking
- We ask that customers only book a maximum of one session per day so everyone has the opportunity to utilise the facilities. If you cannot make the session you must cancel to give others the opportunity to book
- We recommend enquiries are made over the phone or via email. You can email the site at:
- coleshillleisurecentre@northwarks.gov.uk
- atherstoneleisurecomplex@northwarks.gov.uk
- polesworthsportscentre@northwarks.gov.uk (for TQEA also)
- or centrally to nwbcleisure@northwarks.gov.uk
- Valuables lockers will be available from reception, but general lockers in changing rooms and the gym will be out of use.
- We will provide training for all team members on our new way of operating, ensuring both member and team safety is always a priority
- Limited changing facilities will be provided with limited capacities. Where possible we recommend you arrive and leave in your active wear
- Currently showers will be available to swimmers only for pre-showers
- Please stay behind the social distancing screen and adhere to social distancing floor markers
- If payment is required on site for any reason, you can pay via contactless card – up to £45
Booking and Enquiries
When can I book from?
Online an telephone booking will open on Tuesday 1st December 2020 , 1 day prior to opening.
How do I Book?
If you are a member you can book two weeks in advance, a non member can book 3 days in advance.
Already a member?
You require an email address and pin number to book and pay.
Don’t know your email address and pin number please ring 01827 719321 select correct facility or email nwbcleisure@northwarks.gov.uk
Please don’t re-register if you are already a member.
Not a member?
You need to register or join to be able to book online. You can register at:
https://leisure.northwarks.gov.uk/joinathome/MemberRegistration.aspx?refresh=637302607058569567
If you are feeling ill or have symptoms of COVID 19. Please do not attend the centre or activity that you have booked onto and follow NHS guidelines
Enquiries:
We recommend enquiries are made over the phone or via email. You can email the site direct on the emails below:
coleshillleisurecentre@northwarks.gov.uk
atherstoneleisurecomplex@northwarks.gov.uk
polesworthsportscentre@northwarks.gov.uk (for TQEA also)
Or centrally to:
Gym Facility Measures
- The ‘General Measures’ detailed above will apply
- We will limit the number of people in the gym at any one time to allow for social distancing. *The maximum number will be subject to the size of your local gym
- Equipment has been spaced out, pieces of equipment will be put ‘Out of Order’ to ensure adequate social distancing is in place
- Where you use equipment or an area, wipe down all equipment and surfaces before and after use
- Customers are asked to bring their own water bottles for refilling at water fountains
- We will maximise ventilation in all areas of the gym (through air conditioning and opening windows) to ensure the circulation of fresh air
- Our team will clean equipment on a regular basis
- Inductions and customer support will still take place, but with social distancing and good hygiene measures.
- Personal Trainers will still be able to take place as long as the trainer is happy to do so. Sessions will be required to maintain social distancing
- Instructors and staff will be present throughout the day to ensure safety and support
- Blue roll will be available to clean down equipment and must be disposed of in a bin after use
Classes Measures
- You can continue to take part in a range of group exercise classes with the instructors you love, from your own home
- Our ‘Zoom’ class timetable goes live from Thursday 3rd December and is included for free in our direct debit and passes memberships
- Non-members can also join in, a pass for £14.99 will give you access to our classes up until the new year
- For more information about our class timetable or to get support with Zoom or getting started, contact us via email, facebook or phone
Swimming – Main Pool – General Session measures
Public Swim; Lane Swim; Early Bird; Over 50s; Ladies only; Adults Only
- The ‘General Measures’ detailed above will apply
- On arrival, as you are pre-booked, you will be required to swipe in at the swim door (not at reception)
- The swim programme will be altered to allow safe entry and exit of changing rooms and for social distancing to take place
- Swimming session will be limited to 1 hour slots to allow for gaps between activities for ventilation and cleaning.
- We will limit the number of people in the pool at any one time to allow for social distancing
- To allow for smooth change-overs, spend minimal time in the changing room getting ready
- Take your belongings on to poolside, your own personal tray will be provided to fill with your content. Please wipe down the tray before and after use.
- You must use the pre-swim shower before entering the pool
- The main pool will initially offer Lane swimming only
- Lane swimming will have a one way system ‘loop’
- The lane swimming is to be continuous with no overtaking. There is to be no stopping at the end of the lanes
- Post swimming – you can leave at any time during the session
- Changing room numbers will be limited and social distancing is mandatory
- Cubicles will be available to use
- Increased cleaning measures will be in place throughout the day and between sessions to improve hygiene
Family Pool Measures
- The ‘General Measures’ detailed above will apply
- On arrival, as you are pre-booked, you will be required to swipe in at the swim door (not at reception)
- The swim programme will be altered to allow safe entry and exit of changing rooms and for social distancing to take place
- There will be 2 family slots available, for up to 6 members of the same household at any one time
- The pool shall be split into two. Customers are required to stay in their designated side of the pool
- We will limit the number of people in the pool at any one time to allow for social distancing
- To allow for smooth change-overs, spend minimal time in the changing room getting ready
- Take your belongings on to poolside, your own personal tray will be provided to fill with your content. Please wipe down the tray before and after use
Swimming lesson Measures
- Lesson times will be staggered, so they don’t start and finish at the same time, reducing ‘traffic’ and improving the ability to maintain social distance. This may mean that the times of the lessons may change. This will be communicated to you prior to lessons resuming.
- Only one parent should bring a child into the building and return to pick up their child to reduce the number of people in the facility. The reception viewing gallery will be closed during the sessions (open for pick up / drop off only). Spectating from reception or poolside will not be permitted.
- Pupils will be required to attend lessons ‘beach ready’ with costumes on under their clothes. This will reduce the time needed in changing rooms prior to the lesson starting
- Class format may have altered slightly to improve safety e.g. some equipment may not be used
- All pre-school stage 1 children will be required to wear arm discs
- Parents may be asked to attend lessons in the water with younger children (only one parent, per child)
Gymnastics Coaching Measures
- The general measures detailed above will apply
- Only one parent should bring a child into the building and return to pick up their child to reduce the number of people in the facility. Spectating will not be permitted, the viewing gallery will be closed during the sessions
- Customers are asked to bring their water bottles for refilling at water fountains
- Pupils will be required to attend lessons readily changed in their costumes. This will avoid the need to use the changing rooms prior to the lesson starting
- Lesson times will be staggered, so they don’t start and finish at the same time, reducing ‘traffic’ and improving the ability to maintain social distance. This may mean that the times of the lessons may change. This will be communicated to you prior to lessons resuming
- Classes duration may alter slightly to ensure safe practise is followed. Any changes will be communicated to you prior to the session starting
- Class format may have altered slightly to improve safety e.g. groups may be smaller and some equipment may not be used
- Please maintain good standards of hygiene, cleaning your hands regularly
Racket Sports Measures
- The ‘General Measures’ detailed above will apply
- Although we will provide racket and ball / shuttle hire, we advise customers bring their own equipment where possible
- Wipe down all equipment before and after use
- Blue roll, spray bottles and hand sanitiser are available please ensure any sweat is cleared up and blue roll disposed of in a bin. Please also clean touch points (e.g. door handles / plates) when leaving
Please maintain good standards of hygiene, cleaning your hands regularly
Customers are asked to bring their water bottles for refilling at water fountains
TQEA indoor Hire
- Badminton is still available however see above for restrictions
TQEA Outdoor Artificial and Grass Pitches Measures
- There are restrictions in place to participation in outdoor sports in tier three
- If you have a current booking with us please get in touch about your booking
- If you are interested in getting started, we recommend you make a booking enquiry with us and the team will inform you if and when your booking is able to start
Sports Activities and Events Currently Not Starting
The following Sports Activities will not start until further guidelines deem it safe to do so:
All Pool Parties
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
All inflatable sessions
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
All rafts and floats sessions
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
Indoor Bowls, Indoor Basketball, Cricket Indoor Football / Indoor Walking Football and other team sports
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
Parties: soft play, nerf and toddler sessions
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
- We are reviewing what alternative parties we may be able to offer in the near future
Playtimes soft play sessions
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
Tea Dance
- We are keeping an eye on guidelines to understand when we can re-start
Bar events
- Although pubs and outdoor events have been allowed to re-open, we are awaiting further information on indoor events before we can commence to open this facility
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Last updated Wednesday, 2nd December 2020
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