The City of Greater Geelong’s Swim, Sport and Leisure team will trial a ‘women only’ swimming and gym program.
‘Gym & Swim Sundays’ aims to help women (aged 10 and over) of all multicultural backgrounds and abilities to feel comfortable exercising and enjoy its health benefits. The trial will be at Norlane ARC.
Between 6pm and 7.30pm on Sunday September 19, Sunday October 27 and Sunday November 24, there will be women-only access to: warm water pool; 25 metre lap pool; spa, sauna and steam room; fully equipped gym; small group training (Motivate30 session in gym); all-female staff; accessible change facilities.
Inclusion and Care portfolio chair councillor Sarah Hathway, Windermere Ward said Gym & Swim Sundays were a chance for women to take the time to care for themselves.
“Exercise and community connection does wonders for our health and wellbeing, and is well worth the effort,” she said.
“We’re offering exclusive gym and pool access to women of all backgrounds to challenge the barriers that exist for females staying active. During Gym & Swim Sundays, the centre will be staffed solely by female employees.”
Members of Norlane ARC can attend at no cost, otherwise participants will be charged $8.80 (adult) or $6.70 (concession).
Promotions of the pilot program have been translated into Arabic, Hindi, Dari, Mandarin, Swahili and Tamil, and shared with local community groups.
Bookings are not essential but can be made at membership.geelongaustralia.com.au/WomensOnlyProgram
