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Disabled Access Guide for Roehampton Sport and Fitness Centre
Laverstoke Gardens
Roehampton
London
SW15 4JB
Tel: 020 8785 0535
Fax: 020 8394 6099
Email: enquiries@roehamptonsportandfitnesscentre.co.uk
Web: http://www.roehamptonsportandfitnesscentre.co.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:00 - 22:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 22:30 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 22:30 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 22:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Roehampton.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Barnes.
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Putney.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the side of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.5m x 6.15m (11ft 5in x 20ft 2in).
The nearest designated bay is 21m (23yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 28m (30yd) from the main entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Laverstoke Gardens.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 147cm (4ft 9in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 138cm (4ft 6in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the right of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 165cm (5ft 4in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 6 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
The ramp bypasses the steps.
Reception
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
There is a 95cm wide gate to bypass the turnstiles.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
This venue does play background music.
Music is played in the fitness suite.
The lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
The facilities on the first floor are a group exercise studio, gym and a multi purpose room.
The facilities on the ground floor are a sports hall, children's play area and rest area.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located to the right of the reception as you enter.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 8m (26ft 2in) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.1m x 1.4m (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Fitness Suite
Access to fitness suite
The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
The fitness suite is 11m (12yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the fitness suite.
This is by lift.
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
No staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equity Training.
IFI accredited equipment is available.
For example:
Treadmill
Upright Cycle
Recumbent Cycle
Upper Body Ergometer
Leg Curl
Leg Extension
Upper Body Multi-station
Small Equipment Package
A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
There is level access to all of the equipment.
The fitness suite has attained a provisional IFI level.
Restaurant / Bar (Rest Area)
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in) cm.
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 70cm (2ft 3in) cm.
There are drinks and snacks available from vending machines.
Standard Changing Room
There are standard changing rooms available.
The standard changing rooms are located to the right as you enter the venue.
The standard changing room is 13m (14yd) from the main entrance.
The standard changing room is 10m (11yd) from the reception desk.
The standard changing room is 3m (9ft 10in) from the 4 Court Hall.
There is level access to the standard changing rooms.
Adapted Toilet (Changing Room)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 11m (12yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right as you enter the venue.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 208cm x 273cm (6ft 9in x 8ft 11in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 159cm (5ft 2in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Adapted Shower (Changing Room)
Adapted shower facilities are available.
The showers are located within the adapted toilet.
There is an adjustable shower head.
There are handrails.
There is a shower chair.
Other facilities available are a drop down rail.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard Shower (Changing Room)
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located within the male and female changing rooms.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
Standard Toilet (Changing Room)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located within the male and female changing rooms.
The female and male toilets are 10m (11yd) from the changing room entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Adapted Toilet (Foyer)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 15m (16yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the left as you enter the venue.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
This is not by lift.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 151cm x 222cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 67cm (2ft 2in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet in the foyer.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 106cm (3ft 5in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
There is a soft play area for children.
There is an age limit of 16+ for use of the fitness suite.
There is a junior gym session available for under 16's.
