Venue Description

Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre is a leisure centre on Streatham High Street. Facilities include newly refurbished gym, main pool and teaching pool, four court sports hall, three exercise studios, children’s play zone, Olympic sized ice rink, and a crèche.

Activities such as gym, fitness classes, swimming, ice skating, and court bookings are available on a casual basis to both members and non-members. Children and adults are also able to book onto our Lessons and Courses which include swimming, ice skating, holiday PlayScheme, trampolining, gymnastics, and football. There are numerous specific sessions for those older than 55, disabled individuals, and females. We also work with a range of partners to deliver additional sports and activities such as netball and ice hockey.

Accessibility

The surrounding streets have dropped curbs and there is a lift from the car park to street level. The main entrance has double, automatic doors and interior of the building has wide walkways, clear of obstacles. Two lifts are available for assist access to the different levels.

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://assets.better.org.uk/uploads/asset/attachment/40721/Streatham_Ice_and_Leisure_Centre_Easy_Read.pdf?_ga=2.26358073.521729289.1532506241-386323553.1515776331

Toilets

Our accessible toilets and changing rooms are wide enough for wheelchairs, have handrails at the correct height, low level utilities, and emergency cords.

Staff

All Better staff undergo Safeguarding training and where possible, disability equality and awareness training. Many of our Fitness Instructors have undertaken additional courses and modules to further their knowledge and understanding specific to disability. Across Lambeth, swim teachers undertook a CPD course in Autism Awareness and teachers can gain more experience coaching disabled persons at our inclusive supported swimming sessions

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Guide dogs are welcome to stay in the back office whilst owners use the facilities.