Pools on the Park Service Review (Review by Policy and Performance Review Board)
June 12, 2024 Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee (Committee) Approved View on council websiteFull council record
Purpose
To consider recommendations of the PPRB on
operational matters at Pools on the Park.
Content
RESOLVED: That the Committee
1.
Review and
endorse the following recommendations of the PPRB
report:
·
The continued use of the Sports App and website for
bookings
·
The continued application of the current 55-minute
pool sessions
·
Extend the outdoor pool lane swimming sessions to
10.30am
·
Consider providing discounted pricing for
families
·
Strengthen the marketing campaign.
2. Note that
Swim England (National Governing Body) have undertaken an aquatic
review of the swimming pool programming.
3. Note
that officers will develop proposals to implement the Swim England
review recommendations set out below in consultation with the Chair
of the Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sport
Committee
o
Move to a 50-week swimming lesson
programme
o
Review the pool programme and its layout
o
Review the delivery method of swimming lessons and
elite pathway links
o
Review the management and delivery of the free swim
pass scheme
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 12 Jun 2024 |