Centre Update 27 November 2020

The Recreation Centre will be operating on the current restrictions into next year until further advice has been given by the Government.

The lap booking system will also remain in place during this period, our operating hours will still be limited and sessions may vary from week to week, we ask for our members understanding as we attempt to maximise opportunities for everyone and thank you for your appreciation and support during the pandemic.

All fixed term memberships will remain on hold. If you would like to use the remainder of your membership fee to pay for your swims as you go, we can arrange this. Please contact Tristan Read for further information.

Christmas Closure

The Centre will be closed from Sunday 20 December 2020 and reopen on Wednesday 6 January 2021.

Online Lap bookings for 2021 will open from Friday 1 Jan 2021.

Lap Swimming

• The pool is available for limited lap swimming, walking and mild exercise with a pay-as-you-go system, see entry prices below.
• A maximum of 20 patrons at a time will apply to pool lap swimming/exercise.
• All sessions are 1 hour per booking and patrons must leave the facility immediately after their session.
• At times members may need to share lanes to accommodate an increase in patronage.
• If you are feeling sick or unwell, you must cancel your booking and not attend the Centre. You can cancel your booking via email, or by calling the Centre.
• Access without a booking will not be permitted, including in between sessions. You will not be able to enter the Centre 10 minutes after your booking time has commenced.
• Masks must be worn at all times when indoors. They must also be worn outdoors if you are unable to stay more than 1.5 metres away from others (unless you have a valid exemption).
  

Session times from Monday 9 November. 20 swimmers per session.

Session times from Monday 30 November. 20 swimmers per session.

Monday to Friday

Saturday

Entry Prices

Swimming memberships

• All current (3, 6 and 12 month) swimming memberships will remain suspended.
• A reminder that 10 visit passes don’t have an expiry date.

User Groups /Swim clubs

No user groups or swim club will be able to conduct their programs at the Centre during this closure period until further notice.

Recreation Centre Entry Fees and Charges:

During this period we are only able to offer restricted session times which are created via an online booking system. As we cannot guarantee lane space, therefore your memberships will not be reactivated until normal operating hours return and occupancy restrictions are further relieved. To access the centre an $8.00 entry fee is required for all Recreation Centre Members. Please Note:

• Photo ID Membership cards are to be presented upon entry
• No new membership applications will be accepted until further notice
• EFTPOS/Credit Card is the preferred payment method for the $8 entry fee ($6 Child/Concession)
  

Important operational information:

We have a number of safety measures in place to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff and members please ensure:

• Bookings are made online prior to attending the centre
• Social distancing is adhered to at all times
• You sign in and have your temperature taken
• You follow all directions from pool staff
• You don’t use the communal showers
• You don’t use the change rooms
• You don’t use lockers
• You park and access the Centre via Aphrasia Street only
• You wear a mask except while swimming

Lap Swimming Procedures

• Please arrive at Main Entry 10 minutes prior to your session commencing.
• The booking is for 45 minutes in the pool then a 15 minute cleaning period, bookings commencing on the hour. The final session of the morning is a 30 minute session
• Lifeguards will provide instructions when it is time to exit the pool. Prepare to collect your belongings and exit the Centre via the sliding door at the deep end of pool. Patrons must depart the centre prior to the next hour commencing.
• Late arrivals must swim within their booking hour and cannot carry over into the next hour.
  

Cancellations

If you need to cancel your booking please phone the Centre on 5226 3129.

If you have any questions please email swimmemberadmin@geelongcollege.vic.edu.au. We look forward to seeing you in the pool soon.

Before booking online you must read the Terms and Conditions of entry here

Lap Swimming Online Booking Form