Latest in swimming pool technology hits the Surf Coast

Kithbrooke Park Country Club Torquay has officially opened four indoor heated pools all housed in one aquatic Pool Pavilion as part of their new Clubhouse facility.

The high-tech Fastlane Pools are manufactured in the United States and are now being used in over 100 countries.

The pools at Kithbrooke Park are open seven days a week for residents’ use and feature the latest in pool technology.

The four heated pools allow swimming year-round with an adjustable current in each pool, underwater treadmills, temperature control and the latest in environmental low-chlorine water purification.

“These pools are state-of-the-art and great for people of all ages but especially retirees,” says Tom Kearney, exercise physiologist with NJF Wellness in Torquay.

“Use in these types of pools increases flexibility and strengthens muscles, improves balance and cardiovascular Fitness and allows for effective lowimpact exercise.

“The buoyancy reduces body weight up to 90 per cent which dramatically reduces tension and stress on joints and muscles, decreasing pain experienced with landbased exercise.”

Tom Kearney says that he cannot wait to run some rehabilitation and water aerobic exercise classes for those who wish to participate, as it will benefit those unable to exercise on land whether it is due to a chronic health condition, injury, surgery, arthritis or low movement.

Programs can be tailored for any level of fitness and capabilities.

These exercise classes can be in a group setting or individual all of which can be fully funded for eligible participants through Medicare.

“Each pool creates a smooth adjustable swim current, which allows swimmers to endlessly swim in place.

“Alternatively, bathers can simply float and enjoy the hydrotherapy benefits of the warm water and use the spa jets alongside the bench in each pool.”

Fast Lane Pools Australia says these specialist pool systems are used by several notable athletes, including Susie O’Neill (Olympic medallist), Queensland Academy of Sport for their swimmers, the Brownlee brothers (Olympic gold medallist for triathlon in 2012/2016, World and Commonwealth champions), Ironman athlete Luke McKenzie and 2012 Ironman World Champion Pete Jacobs.

Ian Cook, a villa owner at Kithbrooke Park Country Club, has trialled the new pools and believes “all residents will benefit from the many options on other within the Pool Pavillion whether it’s for rehabilitation, fitness or leisure”.

“The adjustable jet strength is ideal for static lap swimming and easily modified for the swimmer’s personal preference”.

The adjustable temperature control can be heated up to 33 degrees, whicpromotes healing.

This temperature relaxes muscles and increases blood flow.

It is especially soothing for muscle spasms, back pain, arthritis, and fibromyalgia.

The state-of-the-art underwater treadmills allow for the burning of calories and increased range of motion in an enjoyable environment.

They assist with the reduction of muscle soreness through low impact exercise allowing for earlier than normal rehabilitation resulting in faster recovery.

The multiple use and variety of activities within the Pavillion’s four pools benefit Kithbrooke Park’s community; one of the many reasons why people are choosing over 55’s lifestyle living in this sought-after boutique Country Club.

For further information, phone Kelly Binyon on 0418 182 883 or head to kithbrookepark.com.au.

Kithbrooke Park is at 350 Grossmans Road, Torquay.