Mudgeeraba Aquatic Centre Visual Story

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Arrival at Mudgeeraba Aquatic Centre

Located on a slightly sloping property the outdoor Mudgeeraba Aquatic Centre is nestled beneath established trees creating a cosy atmosphere. Parking is directly adjacent to the venue on School Street and includes an accessible car parking space.

There is a step free pathway which leads into the venue. A second pathway meanders through a small children's play gym directly in front of the facility.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Vehicles driving past
  2. Birds chirping
  3. People talking
  4. Leaves rustling
  5. Children shouting (occasional)
Smell

Smells

  1. Mowed grass
  2. Trees & flowers
  3. Fresh air
  4. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Changing surfaces (bitumen/concrete)
  2. Excitement
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Anticipation
Sight

Sight

  1. Parked vehicles
  2. Gardens & trees
  3. Shaded areas
  4. Pedestrians
  5. School children

Entrance to the Mudgeeraba Aquatic Centre

A narrow breezeway leads towards the reception area and through to the outdoor aquatic area. On the right upon entry is reception area which also has a small and bright retail offering of swimwear and accessories as well as snacks, drinks and ice creams.

The small, children's splash zone directly to the left of the reception and amenities including an accessible bathrooms around to the right.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water splashing
  2. Beeping & buzzing
  3. Water running
  4. People talking & laughing
  5. Music (faint)
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (mild)
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Cleaning products (light)
  4. Trees & flowers (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement
  2. Elevated heart rate
  3. Close proximity to others
  4. Interpersonal anxiety
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright colours
  2. Retail items for sale
  3. Water
  4. Bright lights
  5. Staff in red & yellow uniforms

Outdoor Aquatic Area

The outdoor aquatic area is directly ahead from reception with a 6 lane, 25m pool heated to a temperature setting of 26.0 - 28.0 degrees and has a depth range of 1.1m to 1.9m deep. A hoist and aquatic wheelchair is also available in this area for supported entry.

Tiered seating is available on the southern side of the pool whilst other seating options are available around the pool. A grey shade cloth provides partial covering at the distant end of the pool.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water splashing
  2. People talking & laughing
  3. Water running
  4. Leaves rustling
  5. Music (faint)
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Café aroma (faint)
  4. Wet/damp clothes
Touch

Feel

  1. Wet (when swimming)
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Elevated heart rate
  4. Change in floor surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Water
  2. Bright colours
  3. Natural light
  4. Shaded areas
  5. People swimming

Indoor Aquatic Area

The indoor programs pool is heated to 33 degrees Celsius and is restricted to rehabilitation and gentle exercise users over the age of 16, unless supervised. Access to the pool is via a ramp with handrails. Seating is available around the pool and there is also a Parent Room located in this area.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water running
  2. Quiet conversations
  3. Instructions from therapists & coaches
  4. Music (faint)
  5. Echo
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (strong)
  2. Wet/damp clothes
  3. Humidity
  4. Cleaning products (mild)
Touch

Feel

  1. Calm
  2. Relaxed
  3. Close proximity to others
  4. Wet (when in pool)
  5. Motivated
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright colours
  2. Water
  3. People exercising
  4. Small blue flags
  5. Shadows
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