Sapphire Aquatic Centre is a multi-purpose aquatic and leisure centre situated on the far south coast of Pambula Beach, next to the Pambula Beach Sporting Complex.
The year-round facility consists…
Sapphire Aquatic Centre is a multi-purpose aquatic and leisure centre situated on the far south coast of Pambula Beach, next to the Pambula Beach Sporting Complex.
The year-round facility consists of a six-lane indoor heated 25-metre lap pool, multi-purpose program pool and children's splash pool with water spray features. Each pool has ramp access, as well as the facility, has accessible facility entry points, change facilities and equipment.
They also have a fully equipment gym, three times World Squash Federation (WSF) standard squash courts, a kiosk and a retail area supplying locally roasted coffee, as well as an expansive lawn area with some play equipment and tree shade.
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have a wheelchair/scooter charging station (power point) in an accessible location
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have grab rails in the bathroom
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide portable hoist
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Provide wheelchair access to spa/gym
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
