Accessibility
We are committed to providing the very best of service in all areas.
Athlone Regional Sports Centre provides the following:
Building Exterior
- 6 disabled parking spaces are provided opposite main entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance to footpath from main car park
- Access ramp to main entrance
- Exterior lighting provided
Reception area
- Lowered reception desk to facilitate communication
- Comfortable Area for filling in documentation
- Lift access from reception foyer to first floor
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance through turnstiles
- Brightly lit area for clarity of vision
- Disabled toilet facilities in reception foyer
Changing areas
- New disabled changing within family changing room
- Fixed wet seat for shower
- Wheelchair-accessible lockers are provided
Pool Area
- Hoist available
- Spectator area is accessible for up to 8 wheelchairs
Gym Area
- Brightly lit zoned area for clarity of vision
- Wheelchair access throughout the gym
- Treadmill and Bike for the visually impaired
- Krank hand cycle
- Functional Trainer
- Cable Crossover
- Free weights
Website
The Athlone Regional sports centre website is available in varying font sizes for visually impaired people.
General
In Aug 2012 nine of the Athlone Regional Sports Centre staff completed a course in Adapted Physical Activity.
Disability Liaison Officer
Ger O’ Donoghue and David Warby
Disability Mission Statement
click here to download the Disability Mission Statement