Downs Leisure Centre Gym Refurbishment
We are pleased to announce that over the festive period we will be refurbishing the Cardio Gym.
Refurbishment works will include:
- Removal of the remaining frame structure.
- Installing rubber matting over the entire floor area.
- Installing a new lighting system.
- Introducing a new sound system.
- Painting and decorating.
- Installing a number of mirrors.
In addition, on Tuesday 4th January we will be transferring all pin selector machines and free weights from the Strength Gym into the Cardio Gym to create one new gym space.
Also, in addition to the new cable crossover and hack squat recently introduced we will be installing three new standing racks with appropriate accessories, e.g, plate weights, bar bells, clips etc to enable more opportunity for strength and functional training.
Refurbishment Timeline
Some initial work will commence on Friday 10th December, but the hope is that this will be limited to three days with the bulk of the work proceeding from 19th December until Tuesday 4th January.
During the initial work on 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th December we hope to limit the impact on facilities to the functional training area only. Unfortunately, this will mean that the functional training area will be closed during this period. Please refer to the Wave App and website for any changes to Group Training and Functional Fit sessions.
The bulk of the refurbishment works will commence from Sunday 19th December at which point the Cardio Gym will be closed and will not re-open until the works have been completed and equipment transferred.
The anticipated re-opening date is Wednesday 5th January 2022.
During the period 19th December to 3rd January the Cardiovascular equipment will be relocated from the Cardio Gym into the Strength Weights Gym and Court 1 of the Sports Hall. Although the number of benches and dumbbells on offer within the Strength Gym will not change, unfortunately re-introducing Cardiovascular equipment into the Strength Gym will mean total floor space for strength training will reduce.
On Tuesday 4th January we will be relocating all equipment into the newly refurbished gym which, unfortunately will mean no access to the gym on 4th January.
We apologise for any inconvenience but we have and will continue to make every effort to minimise disruption so you can continue to be active with Wave during the Festive Period.
Best wishes
The Wave Team
