Detailed Accessibility Information

Facilities for users with accessibility needs

We want customers who have additional needs to feel comfortable to access our centre.

This way, our users can feel confident about how they can access the centre before they attend. 

At Rivermead Leisure Centre, we have the following facilities for users with accessibility needs:

  • Hearing Loop at Reception
  • Accessible Changing Place Facility
  • Accessible Showers and Changing Rooms
  • Accessible Toilets
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • On-Site Parking
  • Blue Badge/Accessible Parking bays
  • Lifts
  • Assistance dogs welcome, with dog spending area 
  • Pool Hoist & Accessible Pool Changing Facilities 
  • Tactile crossings within the car park
     

We have a selection of inclusive and accessible gym equipment at Rivermead Leisure Centre, which have the following key features making them accessible for everyone.

Inclusive Line Excite IFI TOP 700i Ergometer

  • Single handed & centrally located seat adjustment
  • Rotating handles for increased user comfort
  • Wide range of resistance with a low starting point
  • Centrally located seat adjustments to aid upper limb amputees
  • Tactile console to help blind/ visually impaired people
  • Backrest to provide postural support

Inclusive Line Excite IFI Bike 500i

  • Single handed & centrally located seat adjustment
  • Tactile numbering allows users to easily find the correct seat position
  • Low step-up height to maximise ease of access
  • Colour contrasted handles
  • Fully removable seat and extended ramp to allow easy access for wheel chair users

Inclusive Line Excite IFI Run 500i

  • Cushioned running deck
  • Countdown and beep to start & finish to aid visually impaired users
  • Step provides ease of access
  • Runner detection stops the belt when no user is detected
  • Dual logos on the running belt surface indicates if the belt is moving

Pool Pod

Poolpod lifts give you independent, comfortable access to the pool, getting you swimming quickly and easily.

Unlike traditional pool hoists, you can operate Poolpod yourself, using one of the specially designed wristbands, to access the pool independently.

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