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Swimmers Code of Conduct
Blyth Valley Arts and Leisure are committed to providing all of our customers with an excellent service, whilst providing a pleasant, clean and safe environment. To help you enjoy a pleasant stay please follow our safety guidelines outlined below.
■ Shower and use the toilet before entering the swimming pool. ■ Always follow instructions given by the lifeguards. ■ Adhere to all safety signs/notices displayed in the changing area and on poolside. ■ Suitable swimwear must be worn at all times. ■ Behave in an appropriate and responsible manner towards staff and other swimmers. ■ Stay in shallow water if you are a weak swimmer, and wear flotation aids. ■ Please inform the lifeguards of any medical conditions you feel we should know about. We advise against swimming if: ■ You feel unwell. ■ You have a medical condition (without first consulting your doctor). ■ You have recently consumed alcohol, drugs or a large meal. ■ You are suffering or have recently suffered with diarrhoea or gastro-intestinal infection. ■ You are in the late stages of pregnancy (without first consulting your midwife). ■ Swimming is not recommended for babies under 6 months old.
Pool Parties / Pool Hire
All three centres have pools that are available to hire out for your exclusive use with or without a pool inflatable. Prices vary, please ask at reception.
Swimming Lessons
Junior and adult swimming lessons are available at all three centres. Please contact reception for more details.
Pool Spa
The Pool Spa at Blyth Sports Centre is available for customers to relax and enjoy the luxurious facilities including steam room, sauna cabin and poolside spa. Children under the age of 14 will not be permitted. Children aged 14 and 15 may use the spa if accompanied by an adult (18+), but must vacate the area by 6.00pm.
Contact Details and Centre Opening Times Ashington Leisure Centre Institute Road, Ashington, Northumberland NE63 8HP Mon to Fri 7.00am - 10.00pm Sat 9.00am - 7.30pm Sun 9.00am - 9.00pm
Blyth Sports Centre
Pool Programmes Ashington Leisure Centre Blyth Sports Centre Concordia Leisure Centre
Bolam Park, Blyth, Northumberland NE24 5BT Mon to Fri 7.00am - 10.00pm Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm Sun 9.00am - 10.00pm
Concordia Leisure Centre Forum Way, Cramlington, Northumberland NE23 6YB Mon to Fri 7.00am - 10.00pm Sat 9.00am - 8.30pm Sun 9.00am - 10.00pm Child Admission Policy Children under the age of 8 years old shall not be admitted to the swimming pool unless accompanied in the water at all times by a responsible adult (16+ years of age). Parents and adults shall assume responsibility for the children in their care at all times. This includes showers, toilets and changing areas. We advise that all weak and/or non-swimmers should wear suitable buoyancy aids* and remain within their depth unless closely supervised on a one-to-one basis by a responsible adult. *Suitable buoyancy aids are classed as a garment or armbands and must meet EN BS 13138 standards. A float is not classed as a suitable buoyancy aid.
Admission ratios Ashington Leisure Centre and Concordia Leisure Centre: ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 2 children aged 4 to 7 ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 1 child under the age of 4 ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 2 children under the age of 8, where 1 may be under the age of 4.
Blyth Sports Centre: Main Pool: ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 2 children aged 4 to 7 ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 1 child under the age of 4 Small Pool: ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany up to three children aged 4-7 ■ 1 responsible adult may accompany 2 children under the age of 8, where 1 may be under the age of 4.
Pool Inflatable Sessions All children must be able to swim as the inflatables end with a drop into deep water.
This leaflet is available in large print or audio tape if requested. Blyth Valley Arts and Leisure Blyth Sports Centre Concordia Leisure Centre
bval.co.uk Tel: 01670 542222
Updated January 2013
bval.co.uk
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Pool Timetables MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
SUN
Ashington Leisure Centre
Blyth Sports Centre
Time
Time
7.00am 11.00am 12.00pm 12.00pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 9.00pm
7.00am 12.00pm 1.00pm 1.00pm 4.30pm 6.30pm 8.00pm 9.00pm
7.00am 9.30am 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.30pm 7.00pm 8.00pm 9.00pm
7.00am 12.00pm 3.15pm 4.30pm 6.30pm 9.00pm
7.00am 12.00pm 2.30pm 3.00pm 3.30pm
12.00pm 12.00pm 1.15pm 2.30pm 4.00pm 4.00pm 5.30pm
- 8.30am - 12.00pm - 1.00pm - 2.00pm - 6.45pm - 7.00pm - 10.00pm
- 8.30am - 1.00pm - 2.00pm - 2.00pm - 8.00pm - 8.00pm - 9.00pm - 10.00pm
- 8.30am - 10.30am - 1.00pm - 4.30pm - 6.30pm - 8.00pm - 9.00pm - 10.00pm
- 8.30pm - 1.00pm - 4.30pm - 6.30pm - 7.30pm - 10.00pm -
-
8.30am 1.00pm 3.30pm 4.30pm 6.30pm
1.00pm 4.00pm 2.15pm 3.30pm 5.30pm 5.00pm 7.00pm
9.00am - 12.00pm 12.00pm - 5.00pm
*Middle & deep end only
Main Pool
Early Birds Public swim
Adult lane swim Public swim
Adults only
Early Birds Adult lane swim Aquafit Public swim*
Public swim Ladies only Adults only
Early Birds
Adult lane swim Public swim Public swim* Aquafit Sub-Aqua Adults only
Early Birds Adult lane swim Public swim Public swim* Disabled session Adults only Early Birds Adult lane swim Over 50’s* Public swim
Public swim
Inflatable Party Hire Public swim
Family session
Family session Public swim
Small Pool MON Public swim Public swim
TUE Public swim
WED Parent & toddlers Public swim Public swim THU Public swim Public swim
Public swim
Public swim Public swim Party Hire Family session
Family session Public swim
FRI
SAT
SUN
Main Pool
- 10.00am - 10.30am - 12.00pm - 1.30pm - 7.45pm - 7.45pm - 9.00pm
Aquafit (term time only) Public swim Public Swim Public swim Public Swim Lane swim
7.30am 12.00pm 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm
- 10.00am - 12.45pm - 1.30pm - 7.30pm - 7.30pm
Adults only Aquafit (term time only) Public swim Public swim Public swim Public swim
7.30am 9.30am 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm 6.45pm
- 10.00am - 10.15am - 1.30pm - 7.30pm - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Adults only
- 10.00am - 1.30pm - 6.30pm - 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Public swim Public swim
Diving*
Adults only Public swim Public swim
Ladies only
7.30am 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm
- 10.00am - 1.30pm - 7.30pm - 7.30pm
Adults only Public swim Public swim
9.00am 10.00am 11.15am 12.45pm 1.45pm
- 10.00am - 1.30pm - 12.00pm - 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Adults only Public swim Inflatable Diving* Party Hire
9.00am 10.00am 11.15am 12.45pm 1.45pm 4.45pm
- 10.00am - 1.30pm - 12.00pm - 1.30pm - 4.00pm - 5.30pm
*Subject to change
Pool Spa
Adults only Public swim Inflatable Diving* Party Hire Aquafit
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 9.00pm Saturday & Sunday 9.00am - 2.00pm
Time
Small Pool
7.30am 9.30am 11.15am 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm 8.00pm
7.30am 12.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm 6.40pm
Adults only
Concordia Leisure Centre Ducklings
Swim Skool Public swim
MON
TUE
WED
THU
Public swim Public swim
FRI
Public swim
SAT
Public swim
SUN
Public swim Public swim
Public swim
7.00am 11.30am 4.00pm -
9.00am 3.00pm 7.00pm
7.00am 9.30am 10.15am 11.30am 7.30pm
- 9.00am - 10.15am - 11.30am - 7.30pm - 9.00pm
7.00am 9.30am 10.15am 11.30am 7.30pm
- 9.00am - 10.15am - 11.30am - 7.30pm - 9.00pm
7.00am 9.00am 11.00am 6.45pm 7.30pm
- 9.00am - 11.00am - 6.30pm - 7.30pm - 9.00pm
7.00am 12.00pm -
8.30am 3.45pm 5.00pm 8.30am 5.30pm -
9.00am 8.00pm
3.30pm 4.45pm 6.00pm 5.30pm 6.30pm
Main Pool
Early Birds Splashtime Swimming Lessons Early Birds Aquafit Parent & Toddler Splashtime Adults Early Birds Staff Training Splashtime Aqua Zumba Adults
Early Birds Aquafit Parent & Toddler Splashtime Adults Early Birds Splashtime
Family Funtime Party Hire (with/without inflatable) Party Hire (with/without inflatable) Family Funtime Staff Training
School Holidays
During school holidays, the pool timetables will be subject to change. Please refer to the holiday leaflet, reception, or the website for details.
Swimming Lessons
General sessions General sessions
Swimming Lessons take place throughout term time and the holidays. Some parts of the pool may be used for teaching during some sessions. We hope this doesn’t cause any inconvenience.