Swimming Pool Scene ON LOCATION
ABOVE: The beach pool has proven to be a big hit with children in the community since it opened earlier this year.
In 2010 the site was identified in Wokingham Borough Council’s masterplan as the best location to expand leisure facilities in the town centre and as part of that multi-million regeneration project, the council is currently building a new 529 space multi-storey car park at the site.
Martin comments: “What really makes Carnival Pool stand out from the crowd is that it is a multi-use pool, serving an extremely broad audience of all ages. There is something for everyone from children, to families, people wanting to improve their fitness to people who enjoy relaxation and leisure time. The activities in the timetable are extremely varied and attract many different clientele.” The water leisure facilities include a learner pool, which is used
Fact File: Carnival Pool & Fitness
Location: Wokingham, Berkshire Pool Facilities: Beach pool, learner pool, 25m main pool, water flume and spa area
Swimming Activities: Adult and kids swimming lessons, lane swimming, senior swims, toddler splash sessions, disability sessions, aquafit, inflatable fun sessions and pool parties
On-Site Facilities: Gym, exercise studio, crèche and a swimming retail shop within the pool reception area
Visitors Per Year: 123,096 Managed By: 1Life
ABOVE: The work at Carnival Pool was completed by Plymouth-based Hippo Leisure.
for swimming lessons, plus a 25m swimming pool, the recently refurbished children’s beach pool and a spa area featuring a sauna and steam room. 1Life’s in-house team maintains the pool facilities on a daily basis and the water is treated with chlorine and UV. A host of swimming activities are offered at the centre, such as swimming lessons, lane swimming, senior swims, toddler splash sessions, disability sessions, aquafit, inflatable fun sessions and pool parties. “We see a mix of clientele visiting the centre, which serves the
direct Wokingham area and a five to six mile radius of the area,” explains Martin Griffiths.
“Last year we had just over 123,000 customer visits to the centre, but we’re expecting that number to increase this year with the upgrades to the pool area, which have already proven to be a big hit with visitors.”
The centre is managed by Martin and a team of 70 staff, including Operations Manager Stefan Friel, Health and Fitness Manager Darren Rawlinson and Duty Manager and Rachel Cundle.
CELEBRITY APPEARANCE Earlier this summer Carnival Pool welcomed three Olympic and Commonwealth athletes, as part of the Zoggs Oceans of Fun Day in partnership with Total Swimming. Swimmer James Goddard, water polo player Rosie Morris and synchronised swimmer Vicki Lucass led sessions across different aquatic disciplines – giving children the opportunity to try new activities and take part in water-based games. “Over 70 children participated in the event which was great for introducing aquatic sports that many children will not have had the chance to experience,” says Martin. “We hope that the children who took part will see how much fun the pool can be and take up regular swimming at our centre.” Carnival Pool & Fitness Tel. 01189 770007
www.1life.co.uk
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