Walking Track

Please check Track Notice Board each day for:

Guidelines
Schedule
Walking Track Motto

Guidelines

Proper Footwear	Patrons are asked to change from street wear to proper footwear when using the track.
Clothing/Personal Belongings	We recommend the use of the coat rack and suggest that personal belongings or valuables not be brought to the facility or left unattended. The Gander Community Centre is not responsible for loss or theft of personal items.
Cancellation Policy	The Gander Community Centre Administration reserves the right to change the track schedule when deemed necessary. Timely notification of changes will be given to patrons, please check notice board daily or call the Community Centre Schedule Line at 651-5946.
Safety & Etiquette	1. Please be considerate of other patrons using the building and run under control at all times. The Gander Community Centre offers many shared uses and safety is what drives these guidelines. All activities at the Gander Community Centre will be at one's own risk. 2. Please check schedule board for daily updates on activities. 3. Please adhere to the direction of the day. Check schedule on Information Board. Slower traffic should stay in the lane closest to the arena seats. Faster traffic (joggers, runners, etc.) should be moving in the opposite direction to try and alleviate flow problems. 4. Please do not walk, jog or run more than two abreast as this impedes the safe and smooth movement of the participants. Persons pushing strollers must remain in single file for the safety of the infant and themselves. No running with strollers is permitted. 5. In the interest of safety, NO PETS are permitted. Spitting or spouting of water IS NOT permitted. 6. Inline skating or spiked footwear IS NOT permitted.
Music	Center will provide music but individual preferences will have to be supplied by patrons ie: walkmans.
Warm Ups/Cool Downs Stretching Areas	Must take place by the Wheelchair Accessible Areas or the section between the cafeteria and washrooms on Level 2.
Washrooms & Water Fountains	Washrooms/Water Fountains are located at the north end on Level 2 and Concourse Area Level 1.
Track Distance (s)	(640 ft. midline .2 Km)(5 laps approximately 1 Km) Please use Start/Finish mark to initiate exercise program.
Emergency Procedures	Please check Notice Board for Emergency Procedures. Ambulance Service # 651-2111.
Fitness Program Info Available	Information on Walking, Fitness and Activities is available at the Administration Office.
Pre-Arranged Group Sessions	Check with Centre Administration located on Level 2 or call 651-5927. (joggers Groups, etc.) Center must have 3 days prior notice.
Specialized Needs Request:	Please check with Centre Administration Office.

Schedule

Day	Operating Time	Track Direction	Additional Information / Comments
Mon	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Clockwise
Tue	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Counter Clockwise
Wed	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Clockwise
Thur	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Counter Clockwise
Fri	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Clockwise	(Check for Admission Events)
Sat	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Counter Clockwise	(Check for Admission Events)
Sun	8:00 am - 10:00 pm	Clockwise	(Check for Admission Events)

*Faster Traffic (Runners, Joggers, etc.) to run in the opposite direction to alleviate flow problems.*

Please call the daily schedule line at 651-5946 for an updated walking track schedule due to changes that may occur for special events or building maintenance.

Walking Track Motto
The Gander Community Centre is a multi-facetted facility, and we strive to accommodate many different needs of our patrons, therefore, we would ask that you be respectful of everyone's varying activity. The exercise track guidelines were developed to enhance the enjoyment and safety of all its participants. We welcome your comments.