Fitness centres are opening again from today!

The Czech Chamber of Fitness together with the National Sports Agency have prepared a manual for the operation of indoor sports facilities. We have discussed its content with the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic.

The basic condition for entering an indoor sports facility (hereinafter referred to as the establishment or sports facility)

All persons entering and staying in the premises must meet the condition of a valid negative PCR test not older than 7 days, or antigen test not older than 72 hours, or a certificate of vaccination (14 days after the completion of the 2nd dose), or confirmation that they fall within the protection period of 90 days after contracting the Covid-19 disease. Ondrej Fries from the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic, these persons can show proof of the test performed at the workplace in addition to the confirmation from the official sampling site, or they can be tested directly by the sports venue operator.

• See point I/18 MO.

Conditions valid from 17 May 2021

How many persons can be on the sports ground at any one time

1. The maximum capacity of a sports ground is 1 person per 15^{m2 and} at the same time the operator will not allow more than 10 persons on such a sports ground.
2. Fitness centre staff do not count towards this number.
3. Spacing between persons exercising must be a minimum of 2 metres unless otherwise stated below.
4. There may be a maximum of two persons in a group and for such a pair, the exercisers may have physical contact during the group activity, use the same equipment or be less than 2 metres apart (e.g. sports dance, combat sports, ball sports...). Therefore, stationary exercises with a minimum distance of 2 metres, with own equipment, without physical contact and without changing places (yoga, pilates, weight training, spinning, alpinning, etc.) are not considered as group activities .

What rules apply for the use of changing rooms, showers and toilets?

1. The changing rooms and showers are not open to the public for changing or showering. However, they can be used for storing bags or outdoor shoes, but you must stay in the changing room area for as short a time as possible.
2. The changing rooms and showers may be used only by persons carrying out sports training in the course of their employment, business or other similar activity, such as preparation for sporting events held in the context of competitions organised by sports associations and sporting events which are not prohibited.

What protective equipment must be used?

1. When carrying out physical training , exercisers must have their airways covered by a respirator. AS OF 18.5. THIS OBLIGATION HAS BEEN ABOLISHED! As of Tuesday 18.5. it is no longer necessary for athletes to have their airways covered by a respirator when exercising indoors.
2. The only exception to wearing protective equipment is for athletes preparing in the course of their employment or business or other similar activity as preparation for sporting events held in the context of competitions organised by sports associations and sporting events that are not prohibited.

Disinfection, air conditioning

1. Hand disinfectants shall be provided for staff and clients.
2. Hand disinfection is compulsory before the start and after the end of the exercise session (i.e. at the entrance to the fitness centre, in the individual areas).
3. After each use of the machines/exercise equipment by one client, disinfectants must be usedshould be placed in visible places in the exercise area in sufficient quantities.
4. At the end of a group session of a stationary type of exercise (yoga, pilates...) there should be a thorough airing out, cleaning of the whole area (floor) and disinfection of the equipment used.
5. The areas where clients pass through should be disinfected on an ongoing basis - regular cleaning and disinfection (cleaning recommendations are attached in a separate file).
6. The tables, chairs and counter in the bar area should also be disinfected on an ongoing basis.
7. Air conditioning with separate supply and extract air should be used. If air handling equipment is not available, it is recommended to use air disinfection equipment and combine this with regular ventilation.

Sale of beverages and accessories

1. Only packaged beverages or foodstuffs, or other beverages in disposable cups, may be sold in the bar area.
2. No food of any kind is allowed in the bar area.
3. The operator shall actively prevent the gathering of persons at a distance of less than 2 metres from each other, including the waiting area of the bar.
4. Where practicable, set up the working arrangements in the internal areas of the establishment so that the working areas allow as much distance as possible between each other when individual workers are carrying out their work.
5. Where possible, define corridors for the movement of athletes in the premises (e.g. by means of coloured adhesive tapes, etc.).

Terms and conditions valid from 24 May 2021

The basic condition of entry to the indoor sports ground (hereinafter referred to as the premises or sports ground) remains the same

All persons entering and staying in the premises must meet the condition of a valid negative PCR test no older than 7 days, or antigen test no older than 72 hours, or proof of vaccination (14 days after the completion of the 2nd dose), or proof that they fall within the 90-day protection period of Covid-19 disease. Ondrej Fries from the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic, these persons can show proof of the test performed at the workplace in addition to the confirmation from the official sampling site, or they can be tested directly by the sports venue operator.

• See point I/18 MO.

How many persons can be on the sports ground at one time

1. The maximum capacity of a sports ground is 1 person per 15^{m2 and} at the same time the operator will not allow more than 30 persons on the sports ground.
2. Fitness centre staff do not count towards this number.
3. Spacing between persons exercising must be a minimum of 2 metres unless otherwise stated below.
4. Groups may consist of up to 12 persons (this means that the conditions for group classes are relaxed, it is already possible to organise e.g. circuit training or other dynamic exercises).

What are the rules for using the changing rooms, showers and toilets?

1. The changing rooms and showers are not open to the public for changing or showering. However, they can be used for storing bags or outdoor shoes, but you must stay in the changing room area for as short a time as possible.
2. The changing rooms and showers may be used only by persons carrying out sports training in the course of their employment, business or other similar activity, such as preparation for sporting events held in the context of competitions organised by sports associations and sporting events which are not prohibited.

What protective equipment must be used?

1. Exercisers must NOT have their airways covered by a respirator when performing physical training. This condition applies from tomorrow, i.e. 18.5.! Change to the Emergency Measure on wearing respiratory protective equipment from 18.5.)

Sale of drinks and supplements

1. Only packaged drinks or food, or additional drinks in disposable cups, may be sold in the bar area.
2. No food of any kind is allowed in the bar area.
3. The operator shall actively prevent the gathering of persons at a distance of less than 2 metres from each other, including the waiting area of the bar.
4. Where practicable, set up the working arrangements in the internal areas of the establishment so that the working areas allow as much distance as possible between each other when individual workers are carrying out their work.
5. Where possible, define corridors for the movement of athletes in the premises (e.g. by means of coloured adhesive tapes, etc.).

Swimming pools and wellness

1. The operation and use of artificial swimming pools and wellness facilities, including saunas and salt caves, is not permitted from 24 May.