Acessibilidade para pessoas com deficiência e mobilidade reduzida nas academias de Natal/RN

Abstract

An analysis of the gyms in Natal/RN shows that most of them do not offer accessibility for people with disabilities and reduced mobility, which does not comply with the norms specifications and laws in force on the subject. Knowing that the social inclusion of this group of people is a current and complex subject that still needs a lot of visibility, this paper does not have a specific target audience. The purpose of it is to turn it into an interest for the whole society, both for that specific group and for architects and entrepreneurs who plan and design the spaces in question. Knowing also that the practice of sports and physical activities should be a legal right for all, it is realized the importance of promoting accessibility in these environments, which are linked to health and well-being (physical, mental and social) of people. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to propose guidelines for the incorporation of the concepts of accessibility in the planning and design of gyms and studios focused on the practice of physical activities. For this, NBR 9050/2015 and Decree No. 9.405, of June 11, 2018 were taken as basis.