Danny Baldwinson, Lido Personal Trainer

Heading towards summer 2013! What's your fitness goal? If you have a goal or are looking for one, Danny Baldwinson might be the Lido trainer for you! Nice guy too. 07780611465 or see pic for more info.

Partner Yoga at the Lido on Sat. May 11th, 2-4pm. Focuses on acro-yoga, which blends elements of yoga, acrobatics, performance and certain healing arts. Phone Bex for more info 07729 486700, or email to: bexiwix@yahoo.co.uk

April 19th: On Weds the therapy pool was down due to chemical imbalance -- this has probably been sorted out by today but Fusion still await a part to be able to increase water temperature. Otherwise the sauna has been running at between 80-85 and the steam has been intermittent.

31 March: Attention spa users, always use a locker! So that means be sure you have a padlock. A sign's up behind the therapy pool letting you know this. SPA REPORT! Therapy pool continues disappointingly cool, several users have grumbled this has been ongoing for a few weeks. Steam best in show, sauna between 85 and 90 ... and that's probably your Easter Monday forecast. Don't forget the more curtailed hours.

Weds 6th March 2013 SPA REPORT! Hydrotherapy pool temporarily out of action due to boiler problem. Some of the sauna benches were advertised as fixed late last month. Have you noticed the difference? Had a complaint from a young woman who found one section unstable two weeks ago and nearly fell over. We trust the fix was to shore that up! Don't forget the new tai chi classes at the Lido commence on 13th March 2013.

Also of note: Fusion is currently running its "Refer a Friend" promo - a free month if a referral takes out a Choice membership.

BROCKWELL LIDO GYM & SPA USER FORUM OP-ED
There is a time and place for everything. So we're asking you to keep the Lido Spa a mobile (esp smartphone) free zone. Where better than to post this than on social media!? Phone use has slowly but surely crept into the spa during the past 6-12 months - precedent has already been set. This week we had two users take phones into the sauna at the same time despite protest by others using the same space. One removed himself with his phone, the other refused citing self-employment needs. We've had people take them into the therapy pool in plastic bags. Today no less than three people were having extended conversations at the same time on loungers. And it seems to work a bit like contagion: one person either makes or takes a call or begins texting, which reminds someone else about their phone - so they get theirs out which ripples to a third and so on. Fusion won't enforce a no-phone policy, leaving it to common courtesy. But especially where phone need is concerned, common courtesy doesn't seem to apply. Phone use in the gym is understandable - many people use their phones to play music while exercising, etc. Different ethos. But a vast majority still use the spa to chill out, detox, and get away from it all. Help respect that. You can always justify phone use but the challenge here is to leave it off. If you use your phone in the spa because you're bored - you're probably in the wrong place.  

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A nation addicted to smartphones

New Ofcom research reveals the extent to which the UK has become addicted to smartphones, with people confessing to using them everywhere from the dining table to the bathroom and bedroom.

Over a quarter of adults (27 per cent) and almost half of teenagers (47 per cent) now own a smartphone, according to Ofcom’s latest Communications Market Report.

Most (59 per cent) have acquired their smartphone, which includes devices such as iPhones, Blackberrys and Android phones, over the past year.

Read the rest of this report at: http://consumers.ofcom.org.uk/2011/08/a-nation-addicted-to-smartphones/

The winter swim group is having a get-together on Tuesday 26th February 7- 8.30pm at The Lido Café. Come and meet the rest of the winter swim bunch, find out more about winter swimming and enjoy a social chat! ALL WELCOME

 For further info contact  winterswimgroup@yahoo.co.uk

http://www.brixtonblog.com/brixton-snow-your-pictures/9698

SPA REPORT! for Feb 10th:

Steam remains out of order due to at least one broken pipe. No idea how long to repair. Sauna at 85. Therapy pool at a good temp but floor jet remains inoperative. Fusion know about it and there is a plan to fix it but has been in this state for quite some time. Not very crowded after 8pm on Saturday, and peaceful until around 2pm on Sunday when the usual afternoon crowd arrives.

BLU had their monthly meeting with Lido managers yesterday (Weds, 6th Feb). The spa was on the agenda. Couple of user comments issued on the Facebook page:

* It might be nice to have a shower that can be set to cold in the spa ? It's a nice option for sauna /steam room users as the existing ones cannot be adjusted purely for cold water ~ The water fountain in the spa needs a good dose of bleach.

Fusion is still searching for the person or people who braved the 3 degree C pool waters for swims during the recent ice and snow. If you were among them, get in touch with Fusion Lido on 020 7274 3088!

The new BLU newsletter for January is available. Find the link for it on BLU site's homepage: http://www.brockwelllido.com/

Or download directly from this link (active only for the next 7 days, or January 28th):

http://www.yousendit.com/download/UW13blR0WkJwcFZWeHNUQw

LIDO GYM REPORT! for Jan 11th

This morning T.J. said everything was up and running in the gym, with the exception of a cross trainer. He says he's been fairly happy with Life Fitness since the shift and that when there are breakdowns repairs happen promptly. A trainer told us that two monitors on two cross trainers are down for the count just now but otherwise things are OK.

Brockwell Lido is offering a free trial ... which constitutes a free day pass. Fusion is also offering a 12 month signup for the price of 10 months with no joining fee for a limited time.

For the trial see:

http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/freetrial/

For the 12 for 10 offer:

http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/news/Fusion_Corporate/001_12_months_for_...

Brockwell Lido Spa Report! Jan 5th

Spa Report for last night Jan 5th: All up and running hot - sauna at 90, steam healthy, hydrotherapy pool on usual jet rotations and still missing the floor jet. Also all deck showers are operating again! So all good except for the few who always manage to come along and eat in the loungers leaving their rubbish, and some exfoliating out in the open, leaving debris in water pools by the loungers! We managed to get the eater to stop by notifying staff - and it was cleaned up soon after.

Don't forget this weekend there are extra special closing times at the Lido for gym and spa - 6pm. This means out of both at 5:30! Then on Monday, the 4pm shutting time means out by 3:30pm. New Years Day completely closed. Back to normal hours on Tues. But not to despair: if you want a swim somewhere (or a gym) nearby tonight (Sat), a later game in town is Brixton Rec with last ticket at 7:30pm! Yay! It will be later on Sunday as well, but ring 020 7095 5100 option 4 to find out how much later!

SPA REPORT! for December 28th 2012 ... All working although two of the hydrotherapy pool's key underwater jets (the big floor jet and the bubble beds) remain out of order. But the water was hot yesterday, so if you're looking for a good warmup, bring a book and camp out! Otherwise sauna at 80 and steam OK. Don't forget the premises will close at 8pm tonight Friday night ... shortened hours this week anyway, but earlier Friday closing constitutes the new routine maintenance hours recently established and which will carry forward into the new year.

Non-badged disabled bay use continues this week, even at night when there's plenty of space!

New Downloadable (PDF) Lido Exercise Timetable, from Sept 2012

Download the Lido exercise timetable as a PDF from Fusion at:

http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/Brockwell_Lido/activity/Group_exercise_classes

It was a busy weekend at the Lido! Well over 100 strong turned up for the Crisis winter swim on Saturday (weather mild for it!) and the carols poolside went well too (again mild if a little rain). Both events earned money for charities. Pictured below is our Fusion manager Clare Motton collecting donations for carol entry and handing out songsheets!

Lido Spa Report 19th Dec (eve), early spa closing, Xmas hours, gym news

It has been a good week in the Lido spa, with most facilities up and running most of the time - with the possible exception of the hydrotherapy pool which, while hot, sometimes hasn't had all jets firing during underwater and overhead jet rotation. Last night only the big floor jet was out of order. Sauna's been a bit cool at around 78 to 82 as a matter of course, but the steam room is working well again. Elsewhere still waiting on the showers in the men's changing to be sorted - repair date has been set for the 21 Dec, which has meant nearly a month's wait so far. Not usually a problem unless everyone's trying to take a shower at once - such as at closing.

Users will have noticed that since hydrotherapy pool overhaul, the overhead and underwater jets are no longer user controlled. These now each work on a 15 minute timer, alternating between the two function groups. So the water is never still. To ensure the pool works efficiently, it has been decided to shut the spa to do cleaning maintenance on the pool at 8pm on Fridays every week. As a consequence it has been decided to shut all of the spa. Friday night was chosen based on having checked lower attendance figures at this time.

Fusion has also been checking attendance figures for the gym over Christmas. In previous years gym attendance in late afternoon/early evening during Christmas/New Year holiday periods has not been high. Available Xmas hours are listed below and these are relatively unchanged for 2012 but they are something of an experiment for this season. According to BLU: "So USE YOUR GYM this year otherwise opening times may be shorter at Christmas 2013!! " Winter swimming continues at normal times during the holiday period.   

Holiday opening times of Brockwell Lido gym and spa and Car Park: 

Monday 24 December   8am – 4pm

Tuesday 25 December   Closed

Wednesday 26 December Closed

Thursday 27 December 7am – 8pm

Friday 28 December 7am – 8pm

Saturday 29 December 8am – 6pm

Sunday 30 December 8am – 6pm

Monday 31 December 8am – 4pm

Tuesday 1 January 2013 Closed

Wednesday 2 January  Normal opening times

REMINDER: Mayor's Brockwell Lido Winter Plunge this Sat - 22nd Dec 2012

Mayor's Winter Plunge Saturday – 22nd December 10.30-11.30am. This will be in aid of Lambeth Mayor’s chosen charity, The Alzheimer's Society. The Plunge will take place at 11.00am. Spectators very welcome and entry by donation. Come along in 1930s Fancy Dress if you like as we celebrate the original opening and hey day of the Lido which first opened it's doors in 1937!

You can see photos of a past plunge taken by Paul Maier at:

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/wanPaHIsQuY/Swimmers+Brave+Icy+Waters+Bro...

Completed Shane Green Olympic wood sculptures in Brockwell Park

With the Paralympics nearly upon us and given the previous mention we have given him on this forum, it seems appropriate to show you what Shane Green delivered with his chainsaw wood sculpture work in Brockwell Park during the Olympics. You'll recall Brockwell Park was one of 9 London parks Green chose to work in for his "Olympic trail". In Brockwell Park he created one sculpture for Gymnastics and one for Sailing. These are well worthwhile taking a walk to and checking out. You can find Gymnastics up by the tennis courts and Sailing is located by the ponds. But if you can't be bothered you can see them both in the photo composite here.

Windrush Triathalon Club are running Wednesday Spin (Brick) Sessions at Brockwell Lido from 7:30pm to 9pm. Cost: £5 for 90 minutes. Don't forget your trainers!

Led by BTF & Spinning coach Rachel Pye, the session will concentrate on endurance and conditioning required for triathlon. These sessions have 19 bikes to work with.

See more info on the Windrush site: http://www.windrushtri.co.uk/events/wednesday-spin-brick-session-at-broc...

The August Bank Holiday brought one day of decent weather and two days of disabled bay violation. With the carpark is bound jammed, almost to be expected. If you see cars parked in disability bays without a blue badge like these 2 cars pictured were, please let reception know. People do it because they know they can get away with it.

FREE Mindfulness Taster evening Monday 3rd September 2012 7 - 9 pm at Brockwell Lido Contact Judy 07956848725 if you plan to come

22 Aug: Brockwell Lido pool temperature this Wednesday morning (22/08) is 22.0 degrees centigrade

https://twitter.com/BrockwellLido/statuses/238152543241379840

Bike ride from Lido to Lido

The Lido Fun Ride from Brockwell Lido to Parliament Hill Fields Lido

This is a social event between Brockwell and Parliament Hill Lidos.

It will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 27th August between 10am and 2pm.

Riders of any age welcome, but those under 16 need to be supervised by an adult over 18. Riders will cycle at their own pace and choose their own routes.

It's got Lido-in-a-big city feeling, a love story, and aspects of synchronized swimming (for a post-Olympics twist) ... check out this charming animation short by Czech animator Alexandra Hetmerova titled "Swimming Pool". Chosen as short of the week in May by shortoftheweek.com

http://www.shortoftheweek.com/2012/05/31/swimming-pool/

9 Aug: Brockwell Lido Users @BrockwellLido
Brockwell Lido pool temperature this Thursday morning (9/8) is 20.5 degrees centigrade

Brockwell Lido pool temperature this Thursday morning (26/07) is 23.8 degrees centigrade

OLYMPIC TORCH IN LAMBETH THURSDAY

Thurs 26 July sees the Olympic torch depart from Camden at 6.48am and reach Lambeth at 12.10pm at the Denmark Hill/Coldharbour Lane junction from Southwark and travel down: Coldharbour Lane • Acre Lane (passing Windrush Square) • Clapham Park Road • Clapham High Street • Long Road • Cedars Road • Queenstown Road •

If you go out for a butcher's, be aware that the torchbearer will run with a special team from the Metropolitan Police Service - the Torch Security Team. They run in a bubble around the Torchbearer, no one should try and enter into that bubble whilst the convoy is on the move. This is for their own safety as much as the torchbearer’s as the relay is a moving convoy of motor vehicles. It’s the job of the Torch Security Team to stop people from trying to get into the bubble around the Torchbearer! Spectators are advised to use public transport and to leave their cars at home if possible. Some bus routes may be diverted, so expect delays!

There will be sections of congestion on these roads and pavements and high levels of pedestrian activity so regardless of your means of travel, it will likely be busy and slow moving. Visit the TfL website www.getaheadofthegames.com to check your journey.

Sorry but the torch map posted has been lifted from Southwark because Lambeth hasn't posted one!

The 'Breakfast Run of Hope' happening in Brockwell Park in September was 'cooked up' by Catherine Weight, a South African living in London who combines her twin passions - baking and running - for an event that's "appealing and fun while raising money for a great cause". Catherine began by baking for friends' birthdays and other special occasions in return for donations to Starfish. Then, wanting to reach out to a larger group of donors than expat South African friends, she went on to organise a half-marathon and raise money for a place in the London Marathon for Starfish.

The Starfish Breakfast Run 2012 hopes to raise around £10,000 for children in South Africa.

See more info at: http://www.starfishcharity.org/general-content.aspx?id_Content=907

Brockwell Lido pool temperature this Sunday morning (22/07) is 20.0 degrees centigrade

https://twitter.com/BrockwellLido/statuses/226939862287273984

The screening by Luna of 'The Anchorman' at the Lido last night looked well attended, despite the relatively high entry cost (£12.50 and no BYOB) and some threat of rain. The next outdoor film at the Lido will happen on 29th August and will be 'The Lost Boys' as voted in 'by the audience in a public vote'. Which audience? But a cult classic nonetheless. Here are some pictures below of last night's gathering ...

Brockwell Lido pool temperature this Thursday morning (19/07) is 19.3 degrees centigrade

https://twitter.com/BrockwellLido/status/225830816066965504

Karen's back with shiatsu at the Lido - poolside IWP (if weather permits)!

Clare Motton is holding further Meet the Manager meetings to enable you to discuss with her any issues, not only gym issues, regarding the Lido complex as whole. The next meeting comes up soon, on July 16th at 5:30pm.

Further dates include:

August 13th @5.30pm; September 3rd @10am; October 8th @5.30pm; November 12th @5.30pm; December 3rd @5:30pm.

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Sue Stockwell is doing postnatal yoga for mothers & babies on Thursdays at the Lido ...

http://twitter.com/BrockwellLido/statuses/214968984217452544

Car park should re-open today. PLEASE leave disabled bays free for those who need them.

One of our Lido lifeguards is branching out into drumming lessons at Dulwich Leisure Centre, thought we'd give him a plug. If you've got kids eager to learn how to drum, Stefan s our man!

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Drum Lessons Are Held At Dulwich Leisure Centre Every Monday Evening! Especially for Kids! Genres Unlimited! Adults too!

Lessons Run Every Half Hour Between 4pm And 8pm.

Lessons are £10 for group sessions and £20 for one to one lessons and the first lesson is FREE!

For Bookings And Enquiries Please Contact Stefan. Lots of educational experience, and also versatile experience in bands and ensembles, from indie to jazz, and is drumming for the London Olympic ceremonies!

Email: stefanhale@drumsandpercussion.co.uk
Phone: 07740871495

www.drumsandpercussion.co.uk

As of days ago, the carpark into the Lido remained closed. It looks nearly done but as you can see from the picture composite (click on it to see all), there are still postholes to sort out. At least people have figured out a way to come in from the street through the fencing (pic 2, counterclockwise from top)! Saves the long walk round from the Lido Cafe!

You can see some really brilliant photos of swimmers braving the icy waters of Brockwell Lido for the 2009 (Dec  19th) mid-winter plunge taken by an ex-manager on Zimbio:

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/wanPaHIsQuY/Swimmers+Brave+Icy+Waters+Bro...

And yes that is snow or a heavy frost on pool deck in the pic

below. Brrrr.

Here's a view of the pool taken over one of the treadmills, recently installed with the gym makeover!

The Windrush website is a good place to visit for info about Lido swim events! Like there was an uncoached swim this morning, which we totally missed out on posting! Also check out Lenski's events on the same site:

http://www.windrushtri.co.uk/events/event/listUserEvents?user=3gn31f9wn8y78

http://www.windrushtri.co.uk/forum/topics/aquathlon-pictures

As of this afternoon (June 17th), the carpark into the Lido remains closed. It looks nearly done but as you can see from the picture composite, there are still post holes to sort out. At least people have figured out a way to come in from the street through the fencing (pic 2, counterclockwise from top)! Saves the long walk round from the Lido Cafe!

Pool's warming up!

http://twitter.com/#!/BrockwellLido/statuses/203744669081927681