FAQs: Park Pool, Ormskirk – West Lancashire Borough Council
Park Pool Leisure Centre will be temporarily closing its gym and pool facilities from Thursday 5 February until the end of week commencing 9 February as we carry out essential boiler maintenance.
The issue requires prompt action to ensure the continued safety and comfort of customers. Works will commence on Friday 6 February, and we’re working hard to complete them promptly so we can welcome you back at the end of next week – fully refreshed and ready for action!
The Park Pool team has worked swiftly to address the matter and minimise disruption to users. During this brief closure, customers are encouraged to make use of alternative facilities operated by West Lancs Leisure:
If you have any questions, please contact Park Pool on 01695 583 381.
FAQs:
Why does the gym have to close?
The boiler having been turned off means there is no hot waterin the entire building for our customers to wash their hands and for the facilities to stay sanitary.
How long will it take for the hot water to turn back on?
Once a new boilers system has been installed successfully and turned back on, the water will start to heat up again. We are hoping this won’t take more than a couple of days.
What do I do if I use a different West Lancs Leisure facility?
Go to the reception desk at the facilities and present your membership card.
How will I know when the centre has reopened?
We will update our social media, the website and send an email to all our members and customers to update them on the progress of the works and reopening of the centre.
At Park Pool we offer a fantastic range of facilities suitable for all ages and abilities, including a fully air-conditioned gym, two swimming pools and a studio where we hold a variety of workout classes, including our virtual spin sessions.
You can also enjoy a relaxing visit to our sauna or steam room to unwind and recover after a workout. Whether it’s a gym membership or a family swimming session you’re after, our friendly, qualified team is here to ensure you stay happy, healthy and active.
Facilities
GYM
Friendly, fully qualified team always on hand. They’ll show you how to use any equipment and provide you with free, regularly updated fitness programmes.
SWIMMING POOL
We have a fantastic 25m swimming pool, perfect for lane swimming, and family splash sessions, as well as a 12m teaching pool.
FITNESS CLASSES
Our friendly instructors are welcoming and inclusive, ensuring that everyone has fun and stays motivated throughout.
PERSONALISED PROGRAMS
Going it alone without guidance can be tough. So, why not use our expert instructors. It’s what they’re here for and it’s all free as part of a membership.
SAUNA & STEAM
Great for relaxation, great for your skin and the ideal way to soothe aching muscles and joints and wind down after an exercise session.
PAY & DISPLAY CAR PARKING
There’s plenty of car parking at Park Pool. One less thing to worry about.
Class Timetable
Designed to help you fall in love with fitness, our classes are fun, engaging, interactive, and extremely effective. However, you like to move, we have a class to suit. Find your inner yogi with one of our Holistic classes including Pilates, Yoga and Les Mills Body Balance. Get your cardio fix with the latest Les Mills group classes including BodyPump, BodyAttack and GRIT. Or spin to your heart’s content with a variety of indoor cycling workouts, including the legendary Trip, Sprint, and RPM at Park Pool.
Opening Times
Monday – Thursday : 06:00 – 21:00
Friday : 06:00 – 20:00
Saturday : 09:00 – 17:00
Sunday : 08:00 – 16:00
Please note: Pool opening times vary
Children’s Swimming Lessons
Help your children learn a valuable life skill by enrolling on our swimming lessons. Watch their confidence soar as they develop a love for the water, under the guidance of our fully-qualified swim instructors, with badges and certificates awarded on completion of each stage.
Accessibility
At Park Pool we provide the following facilities to make the site more accessible to everyone.
3 disabled parking bays
Step-free access to the centre
Wider and automatic doorways
Step-free access to lower floor
Disabled changing and shower room
Disabled hoist for the main pool
Graduated step for the small pool
Non-impact / low-stress sessions
Diversity club in the main pool Friday 7.15-8.00pm
Personal Assistant / Carer passes available – speak to a member of our team for more information
Adult Swimming Lessons
Whether you’re looking to build your water confidence or to improve your strokes, our adult swumming lessons are designed around your goals. Swimming is a low-impact way to stay healthy, ensuring our lessons are perfect for developing your fitness, no matter what your ability.
Pool Information
Before visiting, please take a moment to read through our swimming criteria. Family and child admissions policy.
The admission criteria detailed below is based on national guidance issued by the following governing bodies, the institute of sport & recreation management (ISRM), Swim England, The Royal Lifesaving Society (RLSS) and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA)
Pool Criteria
All Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible person of 16 years or above.
The responsible person must go into the water with child/children they are accompanying.
Whilst in the pool the responsible person should maintain a constant watch over the child/children they are accompanying and be in close contact with children who are weak or non-swimmers.
Weak/non-swimmers must wear armbands and are restricted to the shallow end of the main pool.
Important reminder – If your child attends swimming lessons and they are under the age of 8, they are not permitted entry into the main pool before or after their swimming lesson unless accompanied by an adult. Lifeguards reserve the right to remove any swimmer who is in breach of the guidance stated above.
Ratio
Under 4’s – one adult to one child in the main pool
4-8 years – one adult to two children
Rules of the Pool
To improve your swim, we ask that you:
Shower before entering the pool
Read and obey all signs
Familiarise yourself with the pool’s depths!
Always follow the lifeguard’s instructions
Wear a buoyancy aid and stay within safe standing depths if necessary
Do not eat or drink alcohol immediately prior to swimming
Tie back long hair
We encourage the use of protective reusable blue overshoes which are available at reception for 50p
