As we head towards summer, could things be finally starting to look up? THE re-opening of gyms in Wales has been pushed back due to new guidance from the Welsh Government's scientific advisors. While there's a sense of relief that the industry now has a date to work towards, many believe the delay in re-opening is unnecessary. "They are indoors. Wales is the last UK nation to reopen gyms and swimming pools for individual exercise. Share page. Gym owners have already issued a letter calling on the Welsh Government to re-open the industry on April 12 - in line with England or provide clear evidence-based justification for their closure. Indoor gyms in England should be reopened by the middle of this month, but that seems some way off in Wales Travel between Wales and the rest of the UK allowed from April 12 and all non-essential shops allowed to open. 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First minister Mark Drakeford said he agreed gyms are valuable for boosting people's physical and mental health, but said emerging evidence on Covid-19 variants meant it was unlikely they would be able to re-open at the next lockdown review in three weeks' time. 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First Minister Mark Drakeford said: "The public health situation in Wales continues to improve thanks to everything you are doing to help us control this awful virus. Coronavirus: Reopening of swimming pools and gyms in Wales confirmed. 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This means fitness classes will remain off limits - but just for another week. You can see the full lockdown-easing measures for Wales here, including which rules are being lifted early. First Minister gives update on gyms and leisure centres as outdoor sports facilities reopen in Wales Outdoor sports including golf, tennis and basketball can … "Everybody wishes that that could be the one thing we do earlier. Non-essential businesses – including gyms – are opening again from Monday April 12, as confirmed by Boris Johnson in an announcement the previous … Leisure centres and gyms will be on the list of things that we are thinking about for that second half of April." That's a week earlier than previously suggested. Monday 26 April marks the date that pubs and restaurants in Wales can open outdoors for the first time since December When do pubs, restaurants and gyms open in Wales? The Welsh Government announced on Wednesday night that gyms in Wales are set to re-open on May 10, subject to the … From 3 May, gyms can reopen and extended households can be formed. "This is having untold consequences on the physical and mental health of our population and for every day that leisure facilities remain closed, public health deteriorates further, and the risk of obesity and stress becomes critical. 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"So we are prioritising the gym sector because of the physical and mental well being that comes from allowing people to go there. Gyms, swimming pools, leisure centres and play centres are reopening as lockdown continues to ease in Wales. But this has not been the case, although the First Minister has said gyms are being prioritised as the first indoor facilities to re-open. Gyms should be considered for re-opening at the next Welsh Government review. From April 26, outdoor hospitality will be … The Welsh Government has confirmed its latest timetable for lockdown-easing measures, citing the improved public health situation for being able to lift some lockdown rules earlier than previously planned. This did not occur. The re-opening date of May 10 will be a blow to the industry, who will almost be a full month behind gyms in England being allowed to re-open their doors. “Operators across both the public and private sector feel let down by the First Minister’s decision and want to see more done to support them. While the … "Last week, we set out our programme to further re-open the economy and relax the restrictions we have lived with for so long, as part of our careful, step-by-step approach to keeping everyone safe. Something went wrong, please try again later. Published 7 August 2020. “For many, group and individual exercise is an integral part of daily life. As such, the Welsh Government has adopted what it believes to be a more cautious approach to the re-opening of gyms in comparison to its counterparts across the border. "But we have to do it, as we've done it all along, step by step, carefully, always monitoring the impact of the decisions we are making, "And in a few short weeks, people will be able to be back in outdoor hospitality, people will be able to be out playing sport in numbers of up to 30, two households will be able to form an extended household again, and prospects of more even beyond that.". close. Which side are you on - is it a "monstrosity" or a masterpiece of "modern art"? Whether such actions are enough to alter the date set by Mr Drakeford remains to be seen, with the first Minister telling BBC Radio Four's Today programme that suggestions of there being no scientific evidence for the given timescale were "completely untrue". Last week, there were 37 cases of coronavirus per 100,000 people, while this week, it … Gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities in Wales will be able to re-open from Monday, May 3. This remains a misleading position to present to the Welsh people. If that was the case, then gyms, pools and leisure centres would be opening this month. Better Cardiff operates gyms across the city. Gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools are reopening in Wales as the further easing of the Covid-19 … "However, this is not the case. The First Minister said there will be an announcement on Friday about when indoor gyms can reopen in Wales… As a leisure provider we stand ready to open our doors and resume our crucial role in preventing a health crisis.". Something went wrong, please try again later. 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The letter states: "It would only be justifiable to maintain restrictions on gyms if the evidence clearly showed that this was necessary to protect the public health or that gyms posed a significantly different risk to public health other than those services which are now, or will be shortly, permitted to open. Tuesday 4 May 2021, 6:54am. As we head towards summer, could things be finally starting to look up? Wales. Gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools are reopening in Wales as more Covid-19 restrictions are eased. That target date also includes leisure centres and swimming pools. Rhys Jones, head of service at Better Cardiff, which is currently in partnership with Cardiff City Council to manage eight leisure centres across the city, warned that the mental and physical health of people across the country could suffer further due to the delay. The re-opening date for May 10 will only apply for individual or one-to-one training. Gyms in Wales are currently closed due to the lockdown restrictions (Image: Getty Images) As with the approach on retail this will not mean a … Welsh Government Minister Eluned Morgan, confirmed on 1 February that re-opening gyms and fitness facilities would be one of the first things the government will consider when restrictions are reviewed again. Explaining the decision, the First Minister said: "Well, gyms now have a definite date for re-opening in Wales and I hope that will be something that will allow people to plan and get everything in place. When gyms re-opening was pencilled in for May 10, the Welsh Government had indicated that indoor organised activities for up to 15 people would be allowed a week later. “Gyms, pools, and leisure centres proved in the first re-opening they were safe, with an extremely low prevalence rate of Covid-19. "The gym sector did a great job last year and did a great deal in using outdoor spaces, conducting classes outdoors, providing facilities in the open air. Indoor gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools in England are preparing to reopen on July 25, as long as they meet strict new criteria. Many gym owners believe that, despite the government's claims, they pose no greater risk than any other sector, and believe they are being unfairly restricted. In Wales, gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities can now reopen for individual training, but not for group classes. "This week, because of the improvements we continue to see, we can bring forward some of our plans. Two deaths were recorded for Wales on April 1, while 188 people turned in positive tests. The Welsh Government has said gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities in Wales can reopen from 10 May. Gyms and leisure centres will be able to open from 3 May - instead of 10 May - while two households can bubble up to meet indoors from the same date. “With plans to re-open in England already set for April 12, the people of Wales deserve the same hope. He said: "I understand that everybody wishes that their particular preference could be earlier, whether you're focused on sport outdoors, gyms or family reunions. A roadmap out of lockdown has been announced for Wales - with target dates for reopening sectors like gyms and indoor hospitality. Mr Drakeford has already declared Boris Johnson's timetable for easing restrictions in England as as being "at the very optimistic end of the spectrum". Outlining the case for gym owners, the letter has labelled the continued lockdown of the industry as "irrational" and "disproportionate", citing the re-opening of hairdressers in March as evidence of unfair treatment of their sector. Gyms in Wales will remain closed until May, it has been announced. Welsh gym owners had been critical of the decision to ban them from resuming trade, citing the positive effects exercise can have on physical and mental health. At a Welsh Government press conference, the First Minister said he understood the frustrations expressed by voices in the industry, but appeared to offer little indication of a potential rethink. Some lockdown rules are being lifted earlier than expected in Wales, including the re-opening of gyms and fitness facilities. However, while we'll be able to go out and enjoy a meal and a drink outside from April 26, we won't be able to visit a gym for a little longer yet. 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Gyms in Wales are currently closed due to the lockdown restrictions (Image: Getty Images). To the contrary, the evidence does not support the continued closure of gyms whatsoever.". Huw Edwards, CEO of ukactive - which helps promote the interests of gyms and community leisure centres - said: "Today’s roadmap seems to be driven more by political considerations, and not data and evidence. First minister Mark Drakeford said he agreed gyms … When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. On Monday, the Welsh Government will confirm if the conditions allow for the 'stay local' rule to be lifted, moving Wales into alert level three. The Welsh Government announced on Wednesday night that gyms in Wales are set to re-open on May 10, subject to the public health situation at the time. "And this allows the sector to put in place all the safeguards that are necessary in order to make sure that people can visit them confidently and knowing that their health and wellbeing is going to be properly looked after.". Gyms re-open in Wales with full classes from 6am and smiles aplenty. A fresh set of dates for the easing of coronavirus restrictions also includes allowing organised outdoor activities and outdoor wedding receptions, both … "We've really carefully looked at all the things we are able to do and we've announced a very significant package of re-opening here in Wales. That's a week earlier than previously suggested. When will gyms in Wales re-open? Gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities in Wales will be able to re-open from Monday, May 3. Such caution has mainly been driven by concerns over the highly-infectious Kent variant of Covid-19, and Mr Drakeford has already admitted that we're likely to be left with even some basic restrictions until at least the end of the year. First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced that gyms in Wales are set to re-open in May. But it is the first to allow adult indoor group exercise and indoor mixing of two households - … This is only possible because of the efforts everyone is making to protect themselves and their loved ones.". Gyms re-opening in Wales for the first time since they were forced to close days before Christmas has been an eagerly-awaited step for many across the country. Gyms in Wales are set to re-open a week earlier than expected, it has been announced. Gyms in Wales have finally be allowed to fully reopen today after a long four months of Covid restrictions. These indoor services will be able to resume trading for individual or one-to-one training, but not for exercise classes at that time. From April 26, however, organised outdoor activities for up to 30 people can take place. The published advice from as long ago as February from our technical advisory group does demonstrate that gyms can be super spreader locations. Lockdown restrictions are being eased earlier than planned in Wales due to low rates. Gyms, fitness facilities, leisure centres, spas and swimming pools can reopen (steam rooms to remain closed). Now lockdown measures across Wales are set to be eased over the coming weeks as coronavirus cases remain stable, which has in turn eased the pressure on hospital admission across the country. 2-min read. Wedding receptions outdoors for … All 22 local authorities now have seven-day case rates below 100 per 100,000, while the percentage of tests coming back positive currently stands at 2.5 per cent, below the benchmark of five per cent. It's likely indoor fitness classes won't be prohibited for much longer, though. Credit: PA. Gyms could re-open and safely with additional restrictions - such as booking, no … Meanwhile, From July 20, outdoor gyms in Wales will be able to re-open, … When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Nearly half of Wales' adult population has now received their first vaccine dose, and there are growing hopes that the government will be able to open up the economy once again this summer. Which side are you on - is it a "monstrosity" or a masterpiece of "modern art"? People flocked back to the gym with many members making a 6am start to get back to … Resuming organised indoor activities for adults, for up to 15 people, including exercise classes, has been pencilled in for May 17. Gyms in England, meanwhile, are set to re-open their doors from Monday, April 12. “We believe this date should be reviewed and the Welsh Government needs to provide greater bespoke support for the recovery and survival of these essential facilities.". 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Organised indoor activities for the development or well-being of children aged under 18 on 31 August 2020 are permitted in addition to outdoor activities. “The Welsh Government continues to refer to published documentation which describes the theoretical risk posed, and does not acknowledge the mitigations in place and their own co-produced framework. Exercising outdoors has been tough throughout the lockdown winter months and people have been robbed of the opportunity to enjoy regular exercise at a time when the negative and worrying news of the pandemic develops constantly. This latest lockdown-easing measure comes amid a backdrop of stabilising Covid cases. Credit: PA Media. Gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities in Wales can reopen from May 10, The Welsh Government has said. Some of them are not as well ventilated, as others, but they are still the first thing that we will allow to happen indoors in the sequence. First Minister Drakeford told WalesOnline on Thursday morning: "The first steps we will take to indoor easing will be on May 10 when gyms and leisure centres will be able to resume indoors and where extended households we hope will be available again.". … "This delay will cause more damage to the mental and physical health of the population, with fitness levels deteriorating. Last week, the Welsh Government said they hoped gyms, leisure centres and fitness facilities would be able to reopen on Monday, May 3. Thursday 30 July 2020, 12:39pm. From 3 May 2021: Move to Alert level three completed. He said: “We have very safe, industry leading Covid secure processes in place and gyms and swimming pools across the UK were proven to have low rates of Covid-19 transmission when opened at various points last year.
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