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    Phone-Free Wellness

    Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent vote on creating a phone-free wellness space at Glen Eira Leisure. Your feedback helps us improve our facilities and ensure we deliver a smooth and positive experience.  

    We’re excited to announce that the majority of you voted in favour of trialling a phone-free wellness initiative at both of our aquatic centres. 

    Benefits of having a phone-free wellness area

    • Enhances relaxation and serenity: Creates a distraction-free environment where you can truly unwind. Limiting your screen time plays an important role in mental recovery and relaxation.  
    • Protects your device from potential damage: Exposure to heat, steam, and moisture in wellness areas like saunas and steam rooms can easily harm phones, leading to overheating or malfunctioning. 
    • Protects your privacy: Whilst filming and photography is not allowed in the wellness area, this will help ensure the policy is followed. This helps foster a respectful environment where you can fully relax with no concerns.  

    Trial Period Details 

    Start Date: Monday, 15 September 2025 

    Duration: 3 months  

    Location:  Spa, sauna, steam room and infrared sauna at both GESAC and Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool 

    During this trial, we kindly ask all members and guests to refrain from using mobile phones in the designated wellness area. Please use available lockers to store your mobile phones.  

    Results Overview

    This decision was guided by strong community support and thoughtful feedback. Here are the key themes that emerged from your responses: 

    • Privacy : Strong concerns about filming, photos, and feeling exposed in swimwear. 
    • Relaxation : Desire for peace, quiet, and a distraction-free environment. 
    • Device Damage: Worries about phones overheating or malfunctioning in wet/hot areas. 

    Please note: Mobile phones may still be used in other parts of the wellness area, excluding the spa, saunas, and steam room. We ask that all members and guests continue to be mindful of others when using devices in shared spaces. 

    You are welcome to bring non-filming devices such as headphones, e-readers (e.g. Kindle), or similar items to support your relaxation. The restriction specifically targets filming and photography, which is why mobile phones are being limited in these spaces. 

    The goal is to foster a more peaceful, mindful, and respectful environment for everyone. 

    Exceptions

    We understand that some members may have specific health-related needs that require phone access during their visit. If you believe you should be exempt from the phone-free wellness policy for medical or accessibility reasons, please contact our team to discuss your circumstances.

    We’re here to support your wellbeing and will work with you to find a suitable solution. Please contact us by emailing info@geleisure.com.au or calling 9575 7100.

    Leave us your feedback 

    We’ll be monitoring feedback throughout the trial and will reassess the policy based on your experiences and input. 

    Clear signage will be placed around the wellness area to remind members of the phone-free guideline. Our team is here to support you, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or feedback during the trial. 

    Feedback Form

    Thank you for helping us create a more serene and respectful space for all. 

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