City of Vernon’s fitness gym reopens

With privately-owned fitness facilities able to reopen in B.C. on Thursday, people will also be able to return to publicly-run facilities as well.

The fitness gym at the Vernon Recreation Centre will be open to patrons as of 6:00 a.m. on Jan. 20.

The City of Vernon says the following provisions will be in place:

• Proof of double vaccination with your BC Vaccine Passport QR Code must be provided to staff upon arrival. Government issued photo ID is also required for those aged 19+.
• Masks must be worn at all times when moving between equipment. Masks may be removed to actively exercise, but are strongly encouraged at all times.
• All times must be pre-booked (up to 48 hours in advance) through online registration or by calling the Recreation Centre during business hours.
• Physical distancing requirements limit the capacity of the fitness gym to 50 per cent, which is five people per time slot.
• Participants are asked to come dressed and ready to participate to limit the number of people in the change rooms.