In addition to constructing a new expansion, Westside will be replacing our almost 25-year-old Fitness Centre flooring and running track surface. Areas will be temporarily closed, one section at a time, to complete this work.
Flooring and Track Materials
We have researched, travelled to other fitness facilities, and consulted with sport flooring experts to find quality materials that are not only among the best in terms of traction, cushioning and wearability, but are also cost conscious and better for the environment. In addition, the flooring and track covering selected requires significantly less demolition resulting in less product going to landfill and takes the least amount of time to install, minimizing downtime. We believe our members and guests will be truly pleased with the outcome.
Fitness Centre Section Closures
Westside’s new flooring and track will be poured over our existing flooring. Each section will take several weeks to install and dry. To complete the flooring and track installation as quickly as possible, the project with be split in two sections – North Fitness and South Fitness.
During the partial closures, select fitness equipment from the closed area will be moved to the open area, ensuring our users have a good choice of equipment. The running track will be rerouted during this time ensuring a complete, but shorter, loop. We are also looking at spaces throughout Westside where additional fitness equipment can be set up and available for use should the need arise.
North Fitness will close starting July 28 and will remain closed for about four weeks.
South Fitness will close starting September 2 and will remain closed for about five weeks.
Opening New and Updated Fitness Areas
As each area is completed, it will be fully reopened complete with new flooring, track resurfacing and a selection of new fitness equipment.
North Fitness will reopen in September, prior to the South Fitness closure. South Fitness will reopen in October. The new Fitness expansion will open later in the fall.
We can’t wait to share our new and updated spaces with you!
Other Notes
- Additional temporary fitness spaces will be available during the closures. The Cycle Studio, outfitted with additional equipment, will be open for workouts outside of scheduled class times. The Leisure Ice entry/viewing area will be outfitted with equipment and provides accessible fitness space for those who would like to use it.
- During the South Fitness closure period, the elevator will not be available for periods of time; elevator closures are posted to Westside’s homepage at westsiderec.com
- During floor replacement, minor odors may be present but will remain well below 10% of the acceptable threshold level for public spaces. Each section will be enclosed with a vapour barrier and negative pressure ventilation to prevent odors, dust and debris from migrating to other areas.
- Westside continues to source local and Canadian-made materials wherever possible
- Construction waste and demolition materials are recycled or repurposed wherever possible
- Additional lockers will be installed in the hallway beside the Fitness change rooms during the renovation period
If you have questions please email us at renovations@staging.westsiderec.com.
