Policies
In response to COVID-19, temporary policies and state mandated occupancy limits are in place. Policies and processes will change as directed by state/local/university mandates or policies, industry best practices and in response to patron behavior.
General Facility Policies
- The Recreation and Fitness Center is a controlled access facility. Only authorized members, with proper identification, will be permitted through controlled entrances. Participants may be denied access if identification is not presented.
- Appropriate attire is required for participation and/or facility use.
- Headphones must be worn when listening to personal devices. No amplified sound.
- Members may only enter and exit via the main entrance located on the north side of the building. All other exits are staff, special event, and/or emergency use only.
- Injuries, accidents or equipment failures must be reported to the Building Operations Supervisor.
- Only personal trainers and instructors employed by University Recreation are permitted to provide services in the facility.
- Mature and respectful conduct is expected and required at all times.
- Disorderly conduct, abuse of the facility, equipment, or staff and/or disregard for the Recreation and Fitness Center’s policies will result in immediate dismissal from the facility. Additional sanctions may include: disciplinary action, reimbursement for damages and/or potential suspension from the facilities and programs. A user asked to leave by the staff will not be refunded any paid fees.
- All patrons must comply with staff directives. The University Recreation staff has authority regarding facility conduct and use of equipment as well as in all emergency situations. Failure to comply may result in suspension or termination of Recreation and Fitness Center privileges. Harassment or disregard of requests by the University Recreation Staff may result in immediate ejection from the facility and may result in additional disciplinary action.
- University Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Personal belongings are not permitted in activity areas and must be kept in a locker.
- Smoking, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, vapes, juuls, alcoholic beverages and/or illegal drugs are not permitted in any area supervised by University Recreation.
- Use, distribution, or possession of any illicit drugs, unauthorized prescription drugs, alcohol or controlled substances is prohibited on the premises, and internal sanctions, federal and state legal penalties may result from violations.
- Mopeds, bicycles, hover boards, and electric scooters are not permitted inside the facility.
- Skateboards, roller-skates, rollerblades and non-electric scooters are not permitted to be operated in the facility under any circumstances.
- Animals are not permitted in the facility except for the express purpose of assisting or aiding persons with disabilities.
- Any announcements, fliers, posters, or any other marketing materials must be submitted to the University Recreation Marketing for approval and to be displayed in the facility.
- No prolonged public displays of affection are permitted in any areas of the Recreation and Fitness Center.
- Members are permitted to be accompanied by a Caregiver/Personal Attendant if they require physical assistance or constant supervision prior to, during, or after a workout session. Facility access for caregiver/personal attendants can be coordinated through Member Services.
- Lost and found items can be claimed at the Welcome Desk. Items of value will be turned into UPD after 30 days. Other items not claimed within 30 days will be donated to charity.
- Weapons and firearms are prohibited.
- All injuries should be reported immediately to a University Recreation Staff member. If bleeding, the injured person must stop activity immediately and notify University Recreation staff to assist with clean up. Member may be asked to stop activity until blood can be cleaned up.
- University Recreation Staff has the right to prohibit any outside fitness equipment.
- Please consult a physician prior to engaging in physical activity. University Recreation is not responsible for accidents or injuries that occur due to the nature of activity.
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- All climbing wall participants must sign the Indoor Climbing Wall Acknowledgment of Risk and Release before the use of the climbing facility.
- The minimum age to be eligible to belay is 16.
- All patrons must check in at the welcome desk before entering the climbing area.
- All climbers and visitors are responsible for their own actions and should be aware of those around them.
- Patrons may use their own harness and climbing shoes but must use the Adventure Recreation issued belay device and carabiners. Adventure Recreation staff reserves the right to inspect and deny the use of any personal equipment at the climbing wall.
- Climbers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or guardian.
- Climbers may not climb above the belay bar or auto belay device.
- Climbers choosing to boulder may top out on the boulder, but not climb further on the wall attached to the bouldering area.
- Any inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated, and violators will be asked to leave the premises.
- Climbers must pass the Climbing Wall Fundamental Skills Verification assessment before being able to belay. Upon verification, climbers are required to wear the belay card on their harness while belaying.
- Report any questionable behavior or suspicious activity to the nearest University Recreation employee.
- No lead climbing unless the climber and belayer becomes lead verified. Upon verification, climbers are required to wear the lead climbing card on their harness at all times.
- No open-toed shoes while using the climbing wall.
- No headphones on while climbing.
- No rings or any jewelry are to be worn while climbing.
- No cell phones, keys, or any items may be in a climber’s pockets while climbing.
Any contradiction to this policy may result in immediate removal from the area and the termination of your climbing wall membership.
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1. All games are first-come, first-serve. Limit playing time to 60 minutes if others are waiting. 2. All forms of gambling are prohibited. 3. Report all problems to University Recreation Staff. 4. Equipment accessories not housed in the Game Room can be checked out at the Welcome Desk. 5. All equipment checked out from the Welcome Desk must be returned at the conclusion of play. Guests may not check out equipment. 6. Leaning or sitting on gaming tables is prohibited. 7. Inappropriate/vulgar language and behavior is not permitted. 8. Footwear is required at all times. 9. Water is permitted in non-glass, closed containers only. Protein shakes or any other flavored/colored drinks are prohibited unless authorized by University Recreation. 10. Ordering of any additional television programming is prohibited. |
1. Clean, non-marking athletic shoes are required. Any shoe that marks the court surface is prohibited. 2. The use of tape or other marking materials is prohibited on the surface or walls of the courts. 3. Participants are required to wear a shirt/top at all times. 4. Racquet frame must have protective guard. 5. Reservations may be made at the Welcome Desk or online and can be made the day of or 24 hours in advance of desired reservation. A 30 minute advance reservation time is required if court is occupied. 6. If participants are not on the court within 10 minutes of reserved time, reserved court time will be forfeited. 7. The Wallyball nets must be set-up and taken down by University Recreation Staff. 8. Soccer balls, baseballs, softballs, footballs, etc. are prohibited in the courts. 9. Eye protection is highly encouraged during all sports. 10. The use of racquet wrist straps when playing racquetball/squash is encouraged. 11. No more than four participants on the court at one time for racquetball/squash/handball; no more than eight for Wallyball. |
1. University Recreation programs and rentals take priority over informal use. 2. Do not sit or lean on window ledges or glass walls. 3. Rearrangement or removal of tables and chairs may only be done by University Recreation Staff. 4. Personal music may only be played through headphones. 5. Be cognizant of volume levels while in space. 6. University Recreation Staff have final authority on policies and procedures. |
Outdoor Pool
- Lifeguard directives need to be followed immediately.
- All participants are required to shower before entering the pool.
- Participants may not enter the pool deck without a certified lifeguard on duty.
- Participants with open wounds and or infectious diseases are prohibited from using the pool.
- The pool will be cleared of participants during severe weather. After each instance of visible lightning or audible thunder the outdoor pool will close for 30 minutes. The outdoor pool will also close during heavy rain if lifeguard visibility is impaired.
- Appropriate swimming attire (swimsuit) must be worn. Gym shorts, cut-off shorts, sports bras, thongs etc. are prohibited. A swim shirt may be worn to cover the upper body if desired.
- Non toilet trained children must wear swim diapers.
- Participants under the age of 16 must be directly supervised by guardian, excluding programming.
- Gum, food, and glass containers are prohibited in or around the pool. Water in plastic container is okay.
- Spitting, spouting water, and blowing nose in the water is prohibited.
- Breath holding is prohibited.
- Conducting group or private swim lessons without the consent of University Recreation is prohibited.
- University Recreation kickboards, pull buoys, flippers, dumbbells, etc. are for their intended purpose only. Limited personal flotation devices are available.
- Diving, running on the decks, and horseplay in or around the pool is prohibited.
- Climbing on or jumping over wall dividers is prohibited.
Patio
- Entrance and exit to the patio is through the facility, not through the outside gates.
- Doors to the Aquatic Center must remain closed at all times unless members are entering or exiting the patio.
- Showers are required before returning to the pool from the outside patio area.
- Clean and throw away any trash from your area before leaving.
- Do not sit or lean on tables.
- Smoking, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, alcoholic beverages and/or illegal drugs is not permitted in or on the grounds of the University Recreation Center.
- No Frisbees, balls, horseplay, running, pets, skateboarding, rollerblades, etc.
- Headphones must be worn to listen to music. No amplified sound unless authorized by University Recreation staff.
- Climbing the patio fence is strictly prohibited.
- Please be aware of others waiting to use the court.
In the event of multiple groups wishing to use the court, the winning team can stay and allow for a new challenger. This can continue unless a team has won 5 rounds, at which time we ask that both teams step away and allow for 2 new teams.
- The bocce ball court and patio will be closed during storms and cases of severe weather.
- If there is an issue with the court or the equipment, please alert a sta member so that we can solve the issue.
- Our bocce ball sets are to be used to play bocce ball only.
Please do not use the equipment for any other activities or you will be asked to leave.