18 March 2020
Short-term
changes have been made to the opening hours of government-run sports centres due
to staff shortages.
Shortages have been caused by staff who have flu symptoms self-isolating, staff with underlying health conditions being sent home for their own protection, and regular winter sickness.
Managers have tried to minimise the impact on customers and tenants, but reduced staffing levels has made it impossible to operate safely in some areas.
The Assistant Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture with delegated responsibility for sport, Senator Steve Pallett, said: “The safety of our customers is paramount, and we are keeping our centres open only when we can guarantee this.
“This is a fast-moving situation and if there are any further changes we will announce them as soon as possible.
“We encourage the over-65 and vulnerable Islanders who are socially distancing to maintain their health at home and in their gardens. Those socially distancing can still visit parks and the beach, but should avoid close contact with others.”
| Thursday 19 March | 12pm - 8pm: Normal facilities | 6.15am - 2pm: Normal facilities
2pm – 7.30pm: Main pool only (sauna/steam and small pool closed) - swimming lessons will continue
- Yoga with Aly cancelled
- Circuits with Robin cancelled
| 6.30am - 9.30pm: Normal facilities |
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| Friday 20 March | 12pm - 8pm: Normal facilities | 6.15am - 7pm - no swimming lessons
- Boxfit cancelled
| 6.30am - 9.30pm: Normal facilities |
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| Saturday 21 March | To be confirmed | To be confirmed | 9am - 12pm: Normal facilities |
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| Sunday 22 March | To be confirmed | To be confirmed | 9am - 2pm: Normal facilities |
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