Aquamoves

Large indoor/outdoor leisure facility servicing the Greater Shepparton region. Facilities include gymnasium, group fitness, personal training, 25m heated indoor pool, 50m heated outdoor pool, leisure pool, hydrotherapy pool, spas, sauna, outdoor leisure pool & splash park and child care services.

Friendly and welcoming facility. We encourage all people to use our pool and are making every effort to increase the accessibility of our facility.

Staying active and healthy is for everyone, which is why Aquamoves is committed to providing a fully accessible environment for all individuals.

We understand that different abilities require different accommodations, and we've designed our facilities with inclusivity in mind. Accessibility features below:

• Ramp access: Navigate the entire facility with ease, from the entrance to the pool decks and gym floor.
• Pool access:
  • PoolPod: Our innovative PoolPod lift allows you to enter the 25m pool independently, either standing or seated.
  • HydroHoist: Immerse yourself in the warm Hydrotherapy pool with the assistance of our hydraulically operated HydroHoist.
• Equipment variety: We offer a diverse range of equipment suitable for various abilities:
  • Modifiable machines: Adapt rowers, hand crank/arm ergometers, and the recumbent bike to your needs.
  • Accessible options: Utilize the Power Tower without handles or foot pads, or find a comfortable position on the SkiErg machine.
  • Multiple benches and seats: Choose from seated and supported options for various exercises.
  • Specialised equipment: Improve your core with the EndlessRope, target specific muscle groups with the Cross-over cable machine, and enhance balance with dedicated tools.
  • Alternative grip and resistance: Use lighter weights, safety barbells, kettlebells with handles, bands, and balance aids.

Accessible car spacesA clearly marked car park designed to enable disability parking permit users to safely access the building and their vehicles as easily as possible. :

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Companion Card AcceptedA card for people with significant and permanent disability who have a lifelong need for a high level of support to participate in community events and activities. The card allows a person’s carer free entry into this venue. :

Yes

Carer Card DiscountsThe purpose of the Carer Card Program is to recognise the incredible unpaid work that carers do in our community. The Carer Card is proud to list over 1,500 places where a discount, deal or special offer is available just for Carers, including this facility. :

Yes

Accessible ChangeroomsAn Accessible Adult Change Facility is a toilet and change facility that caters for users with high support needs and their carers where they require additional space, assistance and specialised equipment to allow them to use toilets safely and comfortably. :

Yes

Changing PlacesChanging Places is a voluntary initiative in Australia that advocates for an accessible public toilet and change rooms for users with high support needs who require assistance from a carer and specialised equipment such as a peninsular toilet, drop down assistive grabrails, fixed ceiling hoist and height adjustable fixed change table. :

Yes

Hydrotherapy PoolHydrotherapy (or aquatic exercise) provides a safe, controlled space for both exercise and rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment. Set at an average of 34°C, the water in a hydrotherapy pool is significantly warmer than a regular swimming pool. :

Yes

Ramps to access poolsA pool ramp is an accessible way for individuals to safely and conveniently enter or exit a public swimming pool. A pool ramp can be placed within the pool permanently or have wheels to allow the steps or ramp to be easily moved or stored when necessary. :

Yes

Pool HoistA pool hoist allows a person living with any disability to have access to both above and below ground spas, swimming and hydrotherapy pools, without any manual lifting. It requires a staff member to operate it. :

Yes

Wheelchair accessible entry and exitThe door opening must be clear of obstructions and there must be a continuous accessible path of travel. The clear opening needs to be 850mm (or more) when the door is open. :

Yes

Lift AccessFor buildings with more than one level, an elevator is provided to enable easy access for people with disabilities or limited mobility. :

No

Aquatic wheelchair :

Yes

Staff trained to offer accessibility assistance :

Lifeguards are trainined to use the pool hoist. Access to a pool pod for easier accessibility for wheelchair users