Covid Response
OUR POST-LOCKDOWN REOPENING PLAN
We have been working behind the scenes to ensure that when we open again we provide you with a safe environment which meets all of the regulations set by the government and our industry specific bodies.
We understand that not everyone will feel ready to come back yet, so wanted to make you aware of the measures we are taking to protect our members and coaches to help you make the best decision for you.
Updated Rigorous Cleaning Procedures
If Wearing a Face Mask Makes YOU Feel Personally more Safe and Comfortable, We Will Provide, or if You Prefer You Can Bring Your own
We May Carry Out Non Contact Infrared Forehead Temperature Checks on Entry
Communal Water Dispenser Closed and Members Advised to Bring Their Own Pre-Filled Drinks
Equipment Rearranged and Studio Divided Up into Separate Zones to Facilitate Social Distancing
Members will be Asked Not to bring Personal Towels from Home, Instead We will Provide Adequate Quantities of Single-use Paper Towels
Until we are sure it’s safe to do so, in order to protect those that are clinically vulnerable or at risk, we will not be doing face to face sessions with members who are
In the meantime, if you fall into one of the groups above, we will continue to support you remotely via the TrueCoach app. To find out more, click here
In order to support the NHS Test and Trace service, we will be keeping a temporary record of all customers and visitors for the required 21 days, and assist NHS Test and Trace with requests for that data if needed, so that each person could be contacted if there is a case of COVID-19 connected to the facility.
We have also displayed our official NHS QR Code Poster at the entrance to the studio and are asking that all members scan the QR Code when they arrive using the NHS COVID app
In addition to the signage that will be on display in the studio, specific instructions will be made to members before they return to the facility so they are aware of expectations and requirements and how to conduct themselves.
All sessions will have to be pre-booked and time-limited. Additionally advice and guidance can be given to reinforce basic messages, to include:
As it stands, face masks are not mandatory because by limiting our capacity to a maximum of two members at a time, we can comfortably maintain a safe distance.
However, if wearing one makes you personally feel more safe and comfortable in the studio, we will support you.
We are able to provide face masks for you, or if you prefer, you can bring your own
The latest advice from the World Health Organisation (WHO) is that regularly washing your hands regularly is preferable to wearing gloves.
We’re asking all of our members (and coaches) to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds (or to use alcohol/disinfectant hand sanitisers) on entering the building, and at regular intervals and after using equipment, etc. So we really don’t feel that gloves are necessary at this time
According to the latest government guidelines relating to indoor gyms, the use of changing rooms and showering facilities should be avoided where possible.
So we're encouraging our members to arrive at the facility in training gear and asking where possible for members to travel home to change/shower
Click here to access the document entitled ‘COVID-19 - A framework for the re-opening of gym, leisure centre and wider fitness industry during social distancing’ published by UK Active on 7th May 2020.
Click here to access the document entitled ‘Summary of Current Recommended Practices For Operating Under COVID-19 Restrictions’ published by Europe Active on 7th May 2020.
Click here to see the latest government guidance for people who work in grassroots sport and gym/leisure facilities
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