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Workout for free (or cheap) at Višnjik Sports Center in ZADAR

17/02/2021 by Anastasia Kingsley Leave a Comment

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Lockdown can sure be limiting, huh? Well, I have some good news:  It’s hard to believe that in the middle of a fairly large city, you can find an extensive work-out terrain that is absolutely free to the public.

An outdoor gym!
Nice to see parents and children working out together 

At Višnjik, you can work out – for free

Personally, I never expected to find such a gold mine.

It is not unusual to fork out 200 to 300 kn per month to go to fitness classes. Mainly, I used the treadmill or did some upper body exercises. Visnjik has all the modern equipment you’ll find at most gyms.

 

The mood is carefree. 

People meet, talk, walk and recreate.

Just what the doctor ordered!

A huge sports facility – dedicated to Krešimir Ćošić

Krešimir Ćošić was a legendary basketball player from the city of Zadar, and this sports center is dedicated to him. This modern stadium is used for intense basketball matches, concerts, and other gala events.

 

Besides being called “the Arena”, its nickname is Peć, (pech) because it resembles the bell-shaped metal lid used for outdoor barbecues when cooking meat dishes here in Dalmatia.

Courtesy of Autor Ex13 - Vlastito djelo postavljača, CC BY-SA 3.0, httpscommons.wikimedia.orgwindex.phpcurid=11114452
Courtesy of Autor Ex13 – Vlastito djelo postavljača, CC BY-SA 3.0, httpscommons.wikimedia.orgwindex.phpcurid=11114452

 

The aliens have arrived!
Aerial view of the Sports Center
An aerial view of the Sports Center. The Adriatic Sea and the island of Ugljan can be seen in the background.

 

Swimming pools too, COVID permitting

Just beyond the extensive, outdoor terrain, the center also offers enclosed swimming pools.

The Big Pool
Swim laps from 6 am to 10 pm every day except Sundays and holidays, which are 8 am to 8 pm!
The Small Pool
Right behind this pool is a smaller one used for teaching small children. There are three pools in all.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depending on the current lockdown situation, the pools may be open or closed.

Currently, the pools are open!

Different groups and sports teams come and go, but between the three heated pools, I have never encountered any issues finding a free or shared swim lane.

 

 

How do you swim?

First of all, you must pay to use the pools. Daily fees range from 10 to 25 kn per day, and monthly fees range from 50 kn for retirees to 600 for a family of five.

  • Park near the Radio Station
  • Enter the facility.
  • Pay a fee or show your card, and put on a small, rubberized magnetic bracelet. This doubles as your locker room key.
  • Right before entering the pools, you need to take a shower and pass through a foot-washing area.

Best of all – No masks!

Kids have birthday parties here on the weekends.

This small paradise is located in the center of town, just a few blocks east of Mala Posta, which is just on the inland side of the Branimir Bridge.

Located at Splitska 3, free parking is available at Splitska and across the street from Kaufland.

It’s a great option to look into.

Bring the body, and the mind will follow.

Best Regards from Anastasia

– Amerikanka in Croatia

 

 

 

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Hey there!

My name is Anastasia. I’m a translator by day and groupie by night - (I love to go out and hear live music!).

Born, raised, and educated in the USA, I live in the most beautiful place in the world, Dalmatia, on the gorgeous Croatian coastline, the land of my forefathers. Ever since I came here, I've been called Amerikanka, and I’ve grown to like it.

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