The community in which I live is planning a multi million dollar aquatic centre comprising among other pools 2 x 25 m pools but no 50m pool. I intend lobbying for a 50m pool but am I being selfish ? What are some compelling reasons for a 50m pool ? Thanks in advance.:confused:
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What your agency/governing board needs to identify is what is the purpose of this new swim facility. If you are looking at being a multi-use facility (rec. swim, lap swim, aqua exercise, lessons, waterpolo) then 2 pools are definitely better being able to have 2 different temps - 80 for the competitive people (swimmers and polo) and mid 80's for lessons, aqua exercise. On the other hand if they are looking at a competitive only programs, then one 50 meter pool would be better - long course swimming, international polo tank. Sometimes having 2 pools with varying water temp you still can't please everyone so you can imagine the challenges of only having one body of water with one temp. Good luck.
What your agency/governing board needs to identify is what is the purpose of this new swim facility. If you are looking at being a multi-use facility (rec. swim, lap swim, aqua exercise, lessons, waterpolo) then 2 pools are definitely better being able to have 2 different temps - 80 for the competitive people (swimmers and polo) and mid 80's for lessons, aqua exercise. On the other hand if they are looking at a competitive only programs, then one 50 meter pool would be better - long course swimming, international polo tank. Sometimes having 2 pools with varying water temp you still can't please everyone so you can imagine the challenges of only having one body of water with one temp. Good luck.
