Seniors looking to get in their reps in the weight room can now do so during dedicated hours at Longmont Recreation’s St. Vrain Memorial Building at Roosevelt Park.
The city on Thursday evening announced that it will open the weight room to those 55 and older from 8 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays on a reservation basis.
"We want to make sure older adults in our community can participate and stay fit in a way that makes sense and that follows the safety protocols outlined by Boulder County Public Health,” Ben Wagner, Memorial Building supervisor, stated in a news release. “Early in the pandemic, many critical businesses such as grocery stores introduced senior-only hours as a way to mitigate transmission of the virus to this highly affected demographic. Longmont Recreation recognizes this community need extends to wellness and fitness opportunities, as well.”
The St. Vrain Memorial Building will remain closed to the general public, serving only older adults with reservations and individuals enrolled in Longmont Summer Child Care. The gymnasium, fitness class area and locker rooms will remain closed.
As with other facilities, patrons will be asked to maintain social distance, refrain from gathering and to wear face coverings.
Two spots will be available each half hour for a maximum of four people in the weight room at any one time, according to the city. Recreation passes, SilverSneakers or Renew Active passes, or drop-in rate payments will be accepted.
Reservations and payments can be made at bit.ly/recreationcovid55 or by calling the Memorial Building front desk at 303-651-8404.
The city this week reopened the Recreation Center and Centennial Pool, and on Monday will reopen the Sunset Pool. All of the facilities require reservations.
General guidelines for the reopening of recreation facilities include:
- Those experiencing symptoms associated with the coronavirus or who have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days are asked to stay home.
- Wear face coverings whenever possible and when not actively exercising.
- Maintain 6 feet of social distance from others.
- Do not arrive early or linger at the end of reservations. Arrive on time or wait in your car until just before your reservation begins.
- Restrooms will be available, but locker rooms and showers will not.
- Storage lockers will not be available; arrive at the facility workout-ready.
- Bring water bottles; water fountains will be closed.
- Weight rooms will be cleaned frequently, but wipe down equipment before and after use.
For more information about Longmont Recreation, longmontcolorado.gov/rec.
For the full Boulder County Public Health facility reopening guidelines, visit bit.ly/recreationcovidguide.
