It is with great pleasure, we inform you that within the framework of our commitment to conserving energy and protecting the environment, in July, we proceeded with the installation of special equipment at the Pierce Gym. On the one hand, it aims at ensuring a healthy environment for the athletes to train in, through the cleansing of the air from viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 and on the other hand, it aims at improving the performance of the air-conditioner, resulting in the thermal comfort of the athletes.

There are 12 machines combined, installed on the ceiling of the court following the operation hours of the air-conditioning of this space. At a very low operational and maintenance cost, we aspire to achieve:

• the cleansing of the air from pathogenic pollutants by 99% as well as the reduction of odors, through special filters
• the conservation of energy, up to 30%, for the air-conditioning of the area, through a mechanism of appropriate air circulation

The aforementioned very important upgrade is in the context of the continuous improvement of our athletic facilities, with the following major projects already completed:

• At the Deree Gym, the insulation of the roof, the installation of a new air conditioning system and the change of lights to high energy efficient LEDs.
• At the Fitness Center, the installation of a new floor.
• At the Swimming Pool, the installation of new machines at the boiler room, the construction of new locker rooms at the entrance level and on the pool deck, and the change of the lights to high energy efficient LEDs.
• At the Soccer Field, the replacement of the synthetic turf with a new environmentally friendly, and the change of the lights to high energy efficient LEDs.
• At the Pierce Gym, the installation of a new floor at both courts, the construction of new locker rooms, and the change of the lights to high energy efficiency LEDs.
• At all sports facilities, the installation of access card readers.
• The installation of three “smart” coolers, to supply clean drinking water and avoid the use of plastic bottles.
• Last, but not least, the implementation of an electronic registration, booking and payment program, saving thousands of pages of paper!

We are continuously making an effort to improve our facilities and carbon footprint!
#GriffinsGreenDereeAthletics

Dear ACG Fitness members,

We hope you enjoyed a great and safe summer!

As our programs start today, September 1st, we would like to inform you that according to the instructions of the State (government ministerial decision 3958 / β / 27-8-2021), members in order to enter in any athletic facility must present:

• a certificate of vaccination against Covid-19, or a Covid-19 disease within the last 6 months certificate, or

• when 16 years old and older: one PCR or rapid test per week.

Accurate registration and signing in the “Entrance-Exit List” is also mandatory.

Thank you.

Following the announcement by the General Secretariat of Sports of the re-operation of Fitness Centers and, in accordance with what is prescribed for citizens involved in sports, we are happy to announce that, as of Tuesday, June 1, we will be in a position to welcome you back again at the Fitness Center, and hold the Group Fitness classes in person again.

Citizens involved in sports will have to provide once a week a negative COVID-19 test (self test, or rapid test, or PCR), or a vaccination certificate that certifies that they have completed their vaccination at least 14 days prior. Negative test results or vaccination certificates will have to be shown each time at the main gate and at the entrance to the sports facility.
This is mandatory for you to be allowed entry.

ACG Fitness members will be issued a new card with an extension of their membership for seven (7) months.

As there is a limit as to the maximum capacity of each sports facility, when this has been reached and there are other members waiting, the maximum stay is set at 60’.

The locker rooms, the showers, and the sauna will be closed. 

Accurate registration and signing in on the “Entrance-Exit List” is mandatory.

Wearing at all times (even during training) of a double face mask, or a single mask KN95 or FFP2, is mandatory.

Members with respiratory problems should avoid intense aerobic exercise while wearing a face mask.

Apply hygiene rules (clean hands with antiseptic gel) before and after your training, as well as before and after moving to another equipment.

Use of a towel while using equipment is mandatory.

Apply rules of social distancing and avoid social contacts, hugs and handshakes in the gym.

Use of personal hygiene items (eg towel), and a pair of sports shoes exclusively for use in the gym (which will not be used outside the gym), are strongly suggested.

Use of individual fitness equipment if possible (eg balls, tires, mattresses).

Always use clean and fresh athletic apparel, and take a shower before your visit to the gym.

Operating hours are as usual: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All of the above are in accordance with what is prescribed in Government directives and we ask that you observe them strictly without exception.

As the measures are continuously updated, any necessary adjustments will be made.

Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you back again!