Hello Members,
Below is some important information regarding some changes to Club operations starting Tuesday June 15, 2021. These changes include provincial orders put out by our provincial health officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry, and include the lifting of some prior restrictions. In addition, the Board has considered the recommendations from the health authorities and determined what changes WILL or WILL NOT be applied to the club starting June 15th.
We ask that all members read and understand the importance of following all health orders and changes to club operations approved by the board so that we can continue to keep our doors open and our Club operating, under step 2 of BC’s restart plan.
REMINDER : If you or anyone in your family feels sick, stay home and get tested immediately.
PPE & DISTANCING
- Masks continue to be required in indoor settings, outside field of play, including those 12 years old and under.
- Masks are recommended in outdoor spaces, especially in high traffic areas (i.e. Tiki Deck).
- Physical distancing is still required in indoor settings, outside field of play.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
NSWC Changes: Hours of operation can be extended past 10pm for both indoor and outdoor dining. Below are hours of operation and rules and regulations regarding dining, effective June 15th:
- Cafe/ Kitchen Hours: Mon – Fri: 10am – 8pm & Sat – Sun: 11am – 8pm.
- Lounge/Tiki Hours: Mon – Thu: 3pm – 11pm, Fri: 1pm – 11pm & Sat – Sun: 11am – 11pm.
Please note, the Club closes at 12 midnight, all members/guests must have vacated the premises before 11:45pm.
These same rules are STILL IN EFFECT for our Food & Beverage services:
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- There must be no more than six (6) patrons seated at one table.
- Please do not move your table or chairs, they are measured out for safe distancing.
- Please do not go over to another table to visit, this puts other members at risk and our staff need clear paths to work with.
- A reminder that no outside food or alcohol is permitted at the Club at any time.
- Masks recommended in outdoor high traffic areas (i.e. Tiki Deck); Masks must be worn in the Lounge/Café EXCEPT when seated at your table.
- We ask that all members consider a 90-minute time limit at peak times or when others are waiting to use our Tiki or Lounge areas.
- Children need to be directly supervised at all times.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Calm, organized play is permitted in the far corner of the grass area. Please be mindful of other members.
- No wrestling or rough-housing.
- Masks not required but recommended outdoors.
- No running through or onto the Tiki Deck or picnic/eating areas.
FITNESS & GYM
Regulation: Indoor low & high intensity group exercise is allowed with limited capacity.
NSWC Changes:
- Please refer to MINDBODY or reach out to Garth gprouse@nswc.ca for any updates to class options.
- As per Ministerial Order M012, masks must be worn at all times in exercise/fitness facilities, including while exercising.
- The HPTC may be booked for up to 4 people maximum (trusted cohort).
- Only direct family member guests (see guest rules below) are permitted for the fitness centre or HPTC bookings.
HOCKEY
Regulation: Indoor and outdoor games & practices for both adults and youth group/team sports is allowed.
NSWC Changes:
- Hockey games can resume.
- Masks on ice are NOT required, but still mandatory off-ice and in dressing rooms.
- Physical distancing still in effect, outside field of play.
- Visiting teams will be allowed for exhibition games, and MUST follow the NSWC safety plan. Refer to ViaSport for specific travel restrictions.
- NO SPECTATORS ALLOWED AT ANY INDOOR SPORT ACTIVITY.
- Approved coaches, managers and safety people must get a wristband from Member Services in order to be permitted in the arena.
- Games may only be viewed via Live Stream until further notice.
- Open Hockey will continue to be bookable on Game Time.
- Only direct family member guests (see guest rules below) are permitted for open hockey bookings.
TENNIS/PICKLEBALL
Regulation: Indoor and outdoor games & practices for both adults and youth group/team sports is allowed.
NSWC Changes: effective June 16, 2021:
- DOUBLES is permitted for indoors & outdoors, pickleball & tennis in 1hour 15min blocks.
- Please ensure you finish 5 minutes before the end time to wipe/disinfect anything that was touched.
- Adults may proceed with lessons in groups of four (4) plus coach.
- Physical distancing still in effect, outside field of play.
- No indoor spectators; OUTDOOR SPECTATORS only (up to 50 people max).
- Only direct family member guests (see guest rules below) are permitted for tennis/pickleball bookings.
AQUATICS
Regulation: Outdoor spectators up to 50 allowed; masks are recommended in outdoor settings.
NSWC Changes:
- Spectators for swimming lessons or swim meets are permitted (up to 50).
- Masks are not mandatory, but recommended, around poolside.
- Only direct family member guests (see guest rules below) are permitted for pool bookings.
GUESTS
- DIRECT FAMILY MEMBER GUESTS ONLY
- Members are permitted to bring up to two (2) guests per membership that consists of immediate family: spouse, parents, grandchildren, siblings and in-laws, or living in the same household.
- Guests must fill out a Self-Declaration Form prior to entering the Club.
Again, we ask all members to follow all Club and provincial health orders at all times while in and out of the Club so we can remain a safe place for our members and staff. We are extremely excited to be able to make some small changes in the Club and ask that all members remain diligent on keeping members and staff safe.
For more information regarding the current Covid-19 restrictions in the province, please click HERE
Thank you
NSWC Management