Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre Visual Story

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Arrival at Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre

Located in Caboolture Queensland, the Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre is a low-set, long grey building with dark roof lining set amongst very large gum trees and a small carpark beside a busy road.

There are two accessible car parking spaces available within a short distance across bitumen and concrete pathways leading to the front entrance. There is step-free access from the car park leading to a ramp with handrails, allowing wheelchair users to easily access the entrance.

A single-storey building with a flat roof and a sign on top. The left side features red panels and a small window, while the right side has a grey wall with a ramp and railings. In the centre, there's an entrance with a signboard on the ground. The foreground shows a paved area with tree shadows. Floodlights and trees are visible in the background.
A parking area with a marked disabled parking space in the foreground. On the left, there are several large trees and a few parked vehicles. To the right, a low building with a flat roof and windows. In the background, more buildings and a clear blue sky. The ground is paved, with some scattered leaves.
A paved area with a large tree on the left, surrounded by a circular patch of mulch. To the right, several parked cars are lined up along the edge of the pavement. In the background, there are buildings with flat roofs and a few trees scattered around. The sky is clear, and the area is well-lit by sunlight.
A row of parked cars is on the left, next to a line of tall trees. In the centre, there is a small building with a flat roof and several windows. The foreground features a wide road with a white arrow painted on it. On the right, there is a grassy area with a few scattered trees. The background includes more trees and a clear blue sky.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Trees rustling
  2. Tyres screeching (occasional)
  3. Vehicles & traffic sounds
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Rolling wheelchair
Smell

Smells

  1. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  2. Gum trees
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Suburban air
Touch

Feel

  1. Anticipation
  2. Changing floor surface
  3. Personal movement
  4. Elevated heart rate
  5. Humidity (seasonal)
Sight

Sight

  1. Gum trees
  2. Low set building
  3. Parked vehicles
  4. People arriving & leaving

Entrance to Caboolture Pool & Fitness

A permanent breezeway allows access to the aquatic centre from the car park. There is a noticeable, angled surface to move from the car park to the reception counter area.

Located within reception is a retail store selling typical swimwear and goggles items. A black gate creates a physical barrier to entry from the retail area into the aquatic centre. Directly ahead is the 50m swimming pool, to the left is the heated swimming pool, and to the right, is the gymnasium.

Inside a shop with a blue-themed interior. On the left, there are racks of wetsuits and swim gear. In the centre, a counter displays various items with a sign about supervising children. On the right, a gated entrance leads outside, with a large poster nearby. The floor is grey with red mats, and the ceiling has fluorescent lights.
Reception area with a long counter on the right, featuring brochures, a plant, and hand sanitiser. Behind the counter, a blue wall displays various items for sale. On the left, a small TV screen is mounted above. The floor has brown mats leading to a glass entrance on the right, showing a glimpse of greenery outside. The ceiling is white with fluorescent lights.
A small outdoor café with a counter in the centre, displaying snacks and drinks. Above, there are large blue and red shade sails. In front, several long, grey picnic tables with benches are arranged on a concrete floor. On the right, a red emergency box and a life preserver are mounted on the wall. Trees are visible in the background.
Outdoor swimming pool with blue and white lane dividers in the centre. Surrounding the pool is a concrete walkway and patches of green grass. In the background, there are several tall trees and a row of low buildings, possibly changing rooms or facilities. A few blue shade structures are visible on the left and right sides. The sky is overcast, and there are tall light poles around the area.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Directional instructions from staff
  2. Electronic beeping
  3. Café sounds
  4. Screeching tyres (occasional)
Smell

Smells

  1. Coffee aroma
  2. Cooking food aroma
  3. Suburban air
  4. Chlorine (mild)
Touch

Feel

  1. Close proximity to others
  2. Ground surface changes
  3. Close proximity to others
  4. Excitement
  5. Physical barrier to entry
Sight

Sight

  1. People queuing
  2. Low level lighting
  3. Low roof height
  4. Colourful retail items
  5. Swimming pool

Moving around Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre

Directly beyond the reception area is a 50-metre pool, with a small heated pool to the left and the gymnasium to the right. The 50-metre pool features blue and white floating lane ropes and is equipped with stairs with handrails. A pool hoist, ready for use by those with limited mobility, is also available.

Additionally, shade structures, barbecues, and smaller splash pools are located around the perimeter of the pool. An accessible bathroom, equipped with a toilet with hand grabs, a shower with bench and handrails, and a hand basin is situated to the right. The pool is located near the gymnasium and accessible with a ramp with handrails.

A swimming pool with blue and white lane dividers is in the centre, surrounded by a paved area. Blue shade structures cover parts of the seating area in the foreground, which includes white benches and a black bin. In the background, there are trees and more blue shade structures. The sky is not visible.
An outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water and lane dividers. On the left, a shaded area with a canopy and a concrete walkway. In the background, trees and a few small structures with blue roofs. On the right, a person is walking along the poolside. The pool is surrounded by a concrete deck, and there are tall lights around the area. The sky is clear and blue.
A swimming pool with multiple lanes marked by red and blue lane dividers. In the foreground, a yellow pool lift is positioned on the pool deck, designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges. The background features trees and a building with a blue roof. The pool area is surrounded by a fence, and there are some poolside chairs and equipment visible. The sky is overcast.
Two picnic shelters with blue metal roofs are in the centre, each covering a picnic table. A concrete path leads to the shelters, surrounded by green grass. In the background, there are trees, including a tall palm tree, and a few parked cars partially visible. A bin and a sign are positioned between the shelters.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Café sounds
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Splashing water
  4. People talking & laughing
  5. Directional instructions
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (mild)
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Mowed grass
  4. BBQ aroma
  5. Wet concrete
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Swimming
  3. Ground surface changes
  4. Wet tiles
  5. External weather conditions
Sight

Sight

  1. Contrasting colours
  2. People swimming & splashing
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Glare
  5. Shade structures

Heated Pool at Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre

There is a small heated pool with an accessible ramp entry in a warehouse style building with low level lighting internally as well as natural light filtering through the windows. 

Hanging from the ceiling are blue flags as well as a colourful 'Nemo'. Pool lessons occur in this room with parents and carers sitting and watching whilst others are splashing and playing in the water. There are accessible bathrooms approximately 20 metres from this location.

An indoor swimming pool with a metal roof and blue walls. A large inflatable clownfish is suspended from the ceiling. On the left, a person stands near the pool's edge. The pool is bordered by a metal railing, and triangular flags hang above. On the right, a few people, including a child, are near the poolside. The floor is tiled, and there are various signs on the walls. The pool water is calm, reflecting the interior lights.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water. On the left, there are yellow and blue plastic chairs along the poolside. The ceiling is made of metal beams, and purple triangular flags are strung across the pool. The right side has a tiled walkway with safety warnings. In the background, a few people are near the pool, and there are windows allowing natural light to enter. The floor is concrete with drainage grates along the pool's edge.
Indoor swimming pool with a metal railing along the edge. The pool is surrounded by blue walls and a corrugated metal ceiling. On the left, there are benches and a few signs, including a "No Entry" sign on the floor. The right side has a shelf with water bottles. Bunting hangs across the pool, and there are a few people in the water. The floor is wet, and the area is well-lit with overhead lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Splashing water
  2. Laughing
  3. Instructions from swim instructors
  4. External sounds
  5. Running water
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (mild)
  2. Damp towels
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Wet clothes
Touch

Feel

  1. Closed environment
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Humidity
  4. Elevated body temperature
  5. Warm water
Sight

Sight

  1. People swimming
  2. Low level roof
  3. Low level lighting
  4. Shadows
  5. Bright colour accents

Gymnasium at Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre

To the right of the reception and up a small ramp is the gymnasium at the Caboolture pool and fitness. Access is through a double glass door that leads into a moderate-sized gym.

Inside are substantial cardiovascular and weight resistance equipment including Treadmills, Press Machines, Leg Extension/Curl Machines, Smith Machines, and free weights.

The gymnasium has grey tile floors, grey walls, and a low-level ceiling with fluorescent lighting. The fitness gym is fitted with an array of equipment designed for individuals in wheelchairs.

Glass entrance with double doors in the centre, framed by large windows on either side. The lower half of the glass is frosted. Inside, fluorescent lights and reflections of an interior space are visible. To the right, a corridor with a ramp and a sign indicating accessibility. The floor is light-coloured with a red "X" mark in front of the doors. The ceiling is plain and light-coloured.
A gym interior with a reception area on the right, featuring a counter, a chair, and wall posters. In the middle, there's an open space leading to a room with more equipment. On the left, numerous exercise machines are arranged in rows. The floor is carpeted, and the ceiling has recessed lighting.
A spacious gym interior with various exercise machines arranged in rows. The floor is carpeted in a muted green tone. On the left, there are wall-mounted televisions and informational displays. The ceiling is fitted with bright fluorescent lights. Large windows on the right allow natural light to enter, illuminating the equipment. The walls are painted in neutral colours, and there is an air conditioning unit visible on the right wall.
A gym interior with various exercise machines arranged in rows on a grey carpeted floor. On the left, there are weight machines and cardio equipment near large windows. In the centre, more weight machines are visible. On the right, there is a wall with a red sign and a shelving unit with cubbies. The ceiling is fitted with rectangular fluorescent lights, and the walls are painted in neutral tones.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Sounds of treadmill
  2. People breathing heavily
  3. Banging of weights (occasional)
  4. Grunts & groans of gym attendees
  5. Instructions from coaches
Smell

Smells

  1. Rubber & vinyl floor coverings
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Sanitiser
  4. Sporting creams
  5. Body odours (close proximity)
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Elevated body temperature
  3. Sweating
  4. Confined environment
  5. Body image anxiety
Sight

Sight

  1. People exercising
  2. People sweating
  3. Fluorescent lighting
  4. Exercise equipment
  5. Rubber & vinyl floor coverings
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