Our Inclusion Policy
Sport and fitness should be accessible for all
At the MTU Arena, we believe that sport and fitness should be accessible for all.
We are committed to encouraging a supportive, inclusive culture amongst the community which promotes diversity, encourages equal opportunity and seeks to eliminate discrimination
This policy reflects our commitments to meet obligations under current applicable Irish legislation, including but not limited to the following:
- The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act (2014)
- The Disability Act (2005)
- The Equal Status Acts (2000-2020)
- The Employment Equality Acts (1998-2018)
- Technological Universities Act (2018)
- The Gender Recognition Act (2015)
To view our full policy, download the file below
Sports Inclusion Disability Charter
CARA and the Sports Inclusion Disability Charter
At the MTU Arena, we proudly support CARA’s Sport Inclusion Disability Charter. Through this commitment, we strive to ensure our facilities and programs are inclusive and accessible for all.
Under this Charter, we are guided by five key principles:
- Openness – To be open to and understanding of all people with disabilities
- People – Access training for our staff/volunteers to facilitate the inclusion of people with disabilities
- Activities – Develop and deliver inclusive activities
- Facilities – Review our facility/venues/equipment to make our organisation more accessible
- Promotion – Promote the inclusive nature of our activities, in a variety of formats
Our Accessible Facilities
We are committed to providing an accessible environment across all areas of our facility:
Building Exterior
- 8 disabled parking spaces
- Wheelchair- accessible entrance to the footpath from the main car park
- Exterior lighting provided
Reception area
- Automated doors at main entrance
- Lowered reception desk for ease of communication
- Inclusive toilet facility in main lobby
- Lift access from reception to first floor
Changing areas
- Wheelchair-accessible lockers
- Wheelchair-accessible shower facilities
Gym Area
Variety of accessible equipment, including:
- Indigo Inclusive Shoulder Press
- Indigo Inclusive Chest Press
- Indigo Inclusive Seated Back Row
- Indigo Inclusive Lat Pull-down
- Motomed Loop
Sensory friendly hours between 9:00-11:00 every day (No music, reduced lighting)
Feedback
Contact Us
We welcome feedback on our facility and our inclusive actions.
Email us at Arena@MTU.ie
Phone us on 021-4335000
Visit us at MTU Arena, Munster Technological University, Bishopstown Campus, Cork. Ireland. T12 ERX0
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