Welcome to PowysCounty Council ‘Access to Fitness’ Scheme
We are committed to promoting and enabling more people in Powys to be more active, more often for the benefit of their health and well being. We understand that some customers experience certain barriers, which prevents them from accessing facilities and having the opportunity to participate in healthy activity.
What is an Access to Fitness Card?
An Access to Fitness card provides free access to Leisure Services if you live in Powys and receive one of a range of benefits, are registered disabled, or are a former member of the Armed Forceswho has been discharged through injury or on medical grounds.
The benefits of an Access to Fitness card
The Access to Fitness Card allows free access to Powys fitness suites (following a full induction) and swimming pools during public sessions. No concessions are available on court hire e.g. squash and badminton, or courses / activities that require booking.
Where does the scheme operate?
The Access to Fitness Scheme is available at all Powys Sports & Leisure Centres –
Brecon01874 623677Builth Wells01982 552324
Crickhowell01873 810997Gwernyfed01497 847740
Hay01497 847740Knighton01547 529187
Llandrindod Wells01597 824249Llanfyllin01691 648814
Llanfair Caereinion01938 810634Llanidloes01686 412871
Machynlleth01654 703300Newtown01686 628771
Presteigne01544 260302Rhayader01597 811013
Welshpool01938 555952Ystradgynlais01639 844854
All applications will be processed at you local County Council sports or leisure centre.
Who is eligible for an Access to Fitness Card?
You must be resident in Powys and in receipt of one of the following benefits:-
- Job Seekers Allowance
- Employment and Support Allowance
- Disability Living Allowance
- War disablement pension / Service pension (for injury/medical discharge)
- Or are registered disabled
Applying for an Access to Fitness card
When applying, please bring along evidence to support your application-
- Proof of eligibility(see below)
- Proof of Powys residency e.g. official letter / utility bill
- Two passport size photos
- A completed Access to Fitness Application Form
Proof of eligibility – What proof do I need?
- Benefit cheque / Payment cheque
- Award letter from department for work & pensions
- Paymentbook
- SPVA (Service Personnel & Veterans Agency) Status Card
Using your Access to Fitness card
Your card will be accepted at all Powys County Council Sports and Leisure Centres. It must be shown on each and every visit, otherwise full price for the activity will apply.The staff will be checking that :-
- The card has not expired
- The photograph corresponds with the user
- The card has not been tampered with
Renewing your existing Access to Fitness card
Your card is renewable one year from the date of issue, with exception of Job Seekers Allowance, which is renewable every 3 months from the date of issue. Your old card must be surrendered when it is due for renewal.
If you no longer become entitled to the benefit you are claimingYou must surrender your card immediately at the centre where you first registered.
Fitness Suite: Medical ScreeningName of Centre______
Application for use of fitness equipment
Before undertaking any form of exercise it is essential that potential users are aware of both the associated benefits and problems which can arise. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE YOU UNDERTAKE ANY PHYSICAL EXERCISE.
Name: ………………………………………………… Age ………………………………….
Address: ………………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone Number ………………………………………………………………………….
PLEASE TICK EITHER YES OR NOYESNO
1. Are you recovering from any illness or injury?
2. Have you ever suffered from heart disease, high blood
pressure or any other cardiovascular problem?
3. Are you prone to headaches, fainting or dizziness?
4. Do you suffer from pain or limited movement in any joint?
5. Are you taking any drug or medicine at the moment, or
recovering from a recent operation or illness?
6. Have you any medical condition that might interfere with
your taking part in any exercise programme?
7. Do you feel pain in the chest when you do physical activity?
8. In the past month have you had chest pain when you were not
doing physical activity?
ANY OTHER INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOU USING FITNESS EQUIPMENT
………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
REMEMBER IF IN DOUBT CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. IF YOU HAVE ANSWERED “YES” TO ANY OF THE ABOVE, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Access to FitnessCard APPLICATION FORM
Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss/Other ………………………………………………..
First Name……………………………. Surname………………………………….
Date of Birth………………………… Age……………….
Address……………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………. Post Code…………………………………
Telephone ……………………………. Mob…………………………………………
PLEASE CIRCLE THE RELEVANT LETTER
AJob Seekers Allowance
BDisability Living Allowance
CEmployment and Support Allowance
DRegistered Disabled
EWar Disablement Pension / Service Pension
I declare that this information is correct and I agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions. I will return my ATF card immediately if I become no longer entitled to the benefit I am claiming.
Signed……………………………………………………………….. Date……………………………..
Office Use Only
CategoryABCDE
Card Number______New/Renew
Expiry Date ______
Processed by______
Proof of Powys Residency – Evidence description ______
Scheme Eligibility – Evidence description ______
Powys Access to Fitness Terms and Conditions
The Access to Fitness membership card remains the property of PowysCounty Council
and must be returned upon request
• The card is valid for one year from the date of issue or three months for claimants of Job Seekers Allowance
• The card is not transferable and is for the holder’s use only.
• Failure to adhere to Powys County Council’s standard terms and conditions
will result in termination of membership and withdrawal of the card
• Powys County Council reserves the right to refuse membership.
• Powys County Council reserves the right to suspend or cancel a membership
due to misconduct or causing danger to other users.
• Access to Fitness card holders are subject to all leisure centre rules and
regulations.
• One photograph will be affixed to your card and oneretained by the centre to prevent fraudulent use of the card. If fraud isdiscovered after you have been granted membership, membership will berevoked.
• All changes to personal details need to be disclosed in order to keep your
membership up to date. A re-application form is required when there are any changes
in personal details orcircumstances, or at the end of their membership term.
• If incorrect information with the intent of defrauding Powys County Council is
discovered after you have been granted membership, membership will berevoked.
• Completion and signature of an application form constitutes acceptance of
these terms and conditions.
• Lost, stolen and damaged cards can be replaced by paying a fee of £1.00 at one
of the issuing facilities.
• The replacement card is valid for the same period of the card it replaces.
• Your card must be presented at reception on each visit to receive full
benefits. Powys County Council reserves the right to amend these benefits at
any time.
• You must complete an induction/fitness assessment for gym access.
• Powys County Council reserves the right to alter fees and booking conditions
within any leisure facility.
• Powys County Council reserves the right to alter the times of opening.
• Concessionary admission charges are subject to regular review.
• Free admission will only apply on production of yourAccess to Fitness card.
• The Council reserves the right to refuse issue of an Access to Fitness card and also
admission.
• Children under 18 years must have authorisation from parent/guardian and necessary support if required to apply for an Access to Fitness card.