Type of Accommodation
Members of U3A, tutors and volunteers deserve the best possible accommodation. Ideally, U3As should aim for:
- Purpose built or an existing building which can be modified to U3A specification
- Sole use if possible or if shared there needs to be clear, written understandings about sharing arrangements
- Provision for reception area and office administration as well as storage of equipment
- Premises at street level or with good lift access
- Premises within the community which are easily accessible by public transport
- Sufficient floor/room space to meet current program needs
- Inclusion of a larger space/hall suitable for physical activities, e.g. art, yoga, tai chi, card games, larger presentations, meetings and social functions
Access for persons with limited mobility and persons in wheelchairs
Classrooms should have:
- Good lighting & be well ventilated
- Air conditioning
- Availability as required
- Disabled access/Ramps
- Wi-Fi
- Chairs with arms suitable for seniors
- Lightweight desks/tables
- Storage for equipment such as easels, laptops, A/V equipment, catering needs, materials for specific classes
- First Aid kit
- Access to a Defibrillator where many classes are held in the same building.