Marina Fitness
Accessible to visitors who:
- The main entrance and pathway provide step-free access to the venue.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for visitors using wheelchairs, powerchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids.
- While the site contains steps, ramps or lifts are also available.
- All entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres.
- Doors are easy to open by people who may not use both hands or arms.
- The interior of accessible restrooms is accessible to people using manual wheelchairs or powerchairs, with cubicle dimensions of at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres.
- Evacuation routes are not immediately accessible to people who require mobility assistance, but staff are able to help.
- The venue has clearly labelled accessible restrooms.
- More than one accessible bathroom stall is available.
- A gender-neutral restroom is provided.
- Grabrails are easily accessible to a person seated on the toilet.
- Restroom handwashing and drying facilities (paper towel) are within easy reach of a person who uses a wheelchair.
- The bathroom mirror is at an appropriate height for a person who uses a wheelchair.
- The restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked using one hand.
- However, the accessible restroom cannot be unlocked by staff in the event of an emergency.
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces are available.
- The main entrance or meeting point is located within 20 metres of the closest accessible parking space.
- There is sufficient room for people to transfer to their wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters by the driver and passenger car doors.
- The car park is well-lit at night.
- Designated drop-off and pick-up points are available to ensure safe and convenient access.
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance for people who are blind or experience low vision.
- Staff are available to assist guests with blindness or low vision if needed.
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are blind or experience low vision, with even, non-slip flooring and unobstructed pathways.
- Secure handrails are available on all flights of stairs.
- Tactile ground surface indicators are not available at the top of each set of stairs.
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing, with clearly-displayed signs or graphics.
- Evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
- Information regarding whether emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings is not provided.
- Closed captions, subtitles, or Sign Language interpretation for video content are not available.
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- The venue does not offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs.
- Information is not provided on whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- The temperature of all indoor venues can be adjusted through air conditioning, central heating, or a thermostat for visitors who require controlled room temperatures.
- The site has a sheltered space for visitors to use in the event of sudden bad weather.
- There is conflicting information regarding service animals. While the venue is stated as accessible to people with service animals and they are welcome in most spaces, it is also stated that service animals cannot enter the premises.
Venue accessibility summary
Marina Fitness offers a largely accessible environment for visitors, featuring step-free access, designated accessible parking within 20 metres, and multiple accessible restrooms. Staff are trained in accessibility and can assist in emergencies. However, some areas, such as ramp navigability and full sensory support, require further clarification or improvement.
Visitor experience
- The venue is a staffed recreation centre or gym, not an open-air facility.
- The main entrance and pathway provide step-free access.
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces are available within 20 metres of the main entrance.
- Designated drop-off and pick-up points are provided for safe and convenient access.
- Visitors can reach the site using public transport (bus), with the closest stop within 200 metres of the entrance.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for visitors using mobility aids.
- A secure locker or space is available for visitors to store their possessions.
- The site has a sheltered space for visitors to use in the event of sudden bad weather.
- The venue does not offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs.
- Information is not provided on whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- Staff can intervene quickly if audiovisual systems project sound or graphics that may induce seizures or be distressing to visitors (this is noted as 'not applicable' for the venue).
- The temperature of all indoor venues can be adjusted for visitors who require controlled room temperatures.
- The venue hosts events or activities that utilise audiovisual equipment.
- Activities are held in environments that are suitable for participants who are blind or experience low vision, with even, non-slip flooring and unobstructed pathways.
- Activities are held in environments that are suitable for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing, with clearly-displayed signs or graphics.
- Activities are held in environments that are suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- Closed captions, subtitles, Sign Language interpretation, or audio descriptions for video content are not applicable or not provided.
- All staff have received workplace education and training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors.
- Staff are aware of accessible features and services available within the venue and are able to provide assistance when needed.
- If emergency escape routes are not immediately accessible to people who require mobility assistance, staff are able to help.
- Clear directions, signs, or maps are available to guide visitors through the venue, including to emergency exits.
- Evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
- A feedback mechanism is in place for visitors to raise concerns about accessibility or to provide suggestions.
Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathway provide step-free access to the venue.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for visitors using wheelchairs, powerchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids.
- While the site contains steps, ramps or lifts are also available.
- All entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres.
- Doors are easy to open by people who may not use both hands or arms.
- The interior of accessible restrooms is accessible to people using manual wheelchairs or powerchairs, with cubicle dimensions of at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres.
- Evacuation routes are not immediately accessible to people who require mobility assistance, but staff are able to help.
Accessible Parking
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces are available.
- The main entrance or meeting point is located within 20 metres of the closest accessible parking space.
- There is sufficient room for people to transfer to their wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters by the driver and passenger car doors.
- The car park is well-lit at night.
- Designated drop-off and pick-up points are provided for safe and convenient access.
Accessible Restrooms
- The venue has clearly labelled accessible restrooms.
- More than one accessible bathroom stall is available.
- A gender-neutral restroom is provided.
- Grabrails are easily accessible to a person seated on the toilet.
- Restroom handwashing and drying facilities (paper towel) are within easy reach of a person who uses a wheelchair.
- The bathroom mirror is at an appropriate height for a person who uses a wheelchair.
- The restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked using one hand.
- However, the accessible restroom cannot be unlocked by staff in the event of an emergency.
Blindness & Low Vision
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance for people who are blind or experience low vision.
- Staff are available to assist guests with blindness or low vision if needed.
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are blind or experience low vision, with even, non-slip flooring and unobstructed pathways.
- Secure handrails are available on all flights of stairs.
- Tactile ground surface indicators are not available at the top of each set of stairs.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing, with clearly-displayed signs or graphics.
- Evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
- Information regarding whether emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings is not provided.
- Closed captions, subtitles, or Sign Language interpretation for video content are not available.
Neurodiverse Support
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- The venue does not offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs.
- Information is not provided on whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- The temperature of all indoor venues can be adjusted through air conditioning, central heating, or a thermostat for visitors who require controlled room temperatures.
- The site has a sheltered space for visitors to use in the event of sudden bad weather.
Service Animals
- There is conflicting information regarding service animals. While the venue is stated as accessible to people with service animals and they are welcome in most spaces, it is also stated that service animals cannot enter the premises.