Athelis

Re-opening Safely


Changes & Precautions we have put in place. 

  • All staff will be temperature checked each day before anyone starts work within the club. 
  • Floor markings and guidance will be in place to remind people of the importance of social distancing.
  • More signage will be visible across the club to remind everyone about the new procedures and how we keep everyone safe.
  • No gym towels will be allowed on the gym floor.

What extra hygiene measure have you put in place?

  • We are increasing cleaning frequency of all equipment and touch points around the club.
  • Multiple hand sanitiser stations have been installed throughout the entire club for regular antibacterial hand washing. 
  • Specialist disinfectant cleaning stations can be seen around the club for all members to wipe down equipment before and after use.
  • We will be introducing the use of state-of-the-art electrostatic guns to spray all equipment at intervals throughout the day with a unique solution that kills 99.9% of bacteria AND provides an invisible barrier.

What will the gym floor look like?

  •  Equipment has been re-arranged where possible to help with social distancing. Any equipment not in use will be clearly marked.

How will studio classes be affected?

  • All classes will restart on the 1stAugust with a new timetable. We will update you when the timetable is online to view.
  • We are reducing class numbers to maintain social distancing within the studios but we still have plenty of availability. Floor markers will be provided so these numbers are not exceeded. 
  • Cycle studios will run at 50% capacity until further notice.
  • We have adjusted the timetables to introduce 10 minute gaps between classes where required to help with congestion on entry and exit to the classes.

Can I use the pools?

  • All pools will be available but we have limited the capacity to help with Social distancing.

Will I need to book to get in the gym?

  • No, with the size of the facility and following the government guidelines this should not be necessary. 
  • We will be monitoring attendance numbers within the club to make sure we don’t exceed capacity.

What can I do to help?

  • If you feel unwell at all please do not attend the gym.
  • If you are only coming to workout please arrive in your sportswear, this will help with social distancing in the changing areas.
  • You MUST follow current government guidelines when working out with other members.
  • Use the cleaning stations to wipe down equipment before and after use.
  • Wash your hands regularly using the hand sanitiser stations provided.
  • Have you ever thought of changing your training patterns to avoid busy periods?
  • Please keep to the left when walking down corridors.
  • Please take other members into consideration when you are in the club to help with social distancing.


Your Membership Explained

  • PLEASE DO NOT CANCEL YOUR DIRECT DEBIT AT THE BANK AS THIS WILL CAUSE MAJOR ADMINISTRATION ISSUES WHEN WE RE-OPEN.
  • All members will be credited with any lost membership days when the club re-opens.
  • Once the club is open you can freeze your membership on a monthly basis due to COVID-19. Unless you notify the club by the 21st of the following month, your membership will resume automatically.
  • Site closures due to unforeseen circumstances will not form part of your 12 month membership term.