The Facility

The preferred facility includes four 25 metre lanes with a separate leisure pool.

The leisure pool would have a separate mechanical system allowing the water temperature to be kept slightly warmer than the main pool.

The architectural program summary is listed below:

Public Spaces (1,000 sq ft)

Public washrooms
Lobby, viewing and entry

Aquatic Spaces (7,000 sq ft)

Four lane 25 metre pool (2,400 sq ft)
Leisure pool (1,500 sq ft)
Whirl pool (150 sq ft)
Steam room or sauna (150 sq ft)
On deck viewing

Activity Spaces (4,800 sq ft)

One fitness space (1,800 sq ft)
Three multipurpose rooms
(3 @ 800 sq ft ea)
Change Rooms (2,600 sq ft)
Men’s change room
Women’s change room
Universal change room

Administration and Control
(500 sq ft)

Administration
Lifeguard/ instructor room and first aid
Service and Support Spaces (800 sq ft)
Mechanical spaces on two levels
Pool storage
Janitorial office and closets

The Location

The preferred site for the Aquatic Centre is beside the Vanderhoof Arena.