Umass Campus Recreation - Rec Center Policies

Recreation Center Policies

General

Facility use policies & procedures are established for the enjoyment, health
and safety of all participants.

We thank you for helping to maintain & keep clean the Recreation Center.

Participation in programs and activities is strictly voluntary. There are risks
inherent to participation in sports and recreation. The University does not assume responsibility for personal injuries or loss of property. Each participant waives and releases any and all rights and claims for damages. Injuries and their resulting costs are the responsibility of the participant. Campus Recreation strongly advises participants to take advantage of a University-sponsored insurance plan or a private insurance policy. Health insurance coverage is required for all participants.

Proper ID is required for entrance to the Recreation Center and other recreation facilities.

Valid UCard for undergrads
Valid UCard with membership for faculty/staff, graduate & continuing education students
Proper ID with membership for alumni & associate members.
Associate members, alumni & guests must be at least age 18 to use the Recreation Center.

UCards are not transferable. Any individual who permits another person to use his/her UCard, or any individual who uses another person's UCard, to gain entry to a recreation facility is subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to, loss of facility and/or membership privileges. Further, the UCard will be confiscated and returned to the UCard office.
Patrons are strongly encouraged to consult with their health care providers before starting any exercise program.
Food, gum, toothpicks, drinks (other than water in a closed, unbreakable clear container) are not permitted in the Recreation Center or other recreation facilities.
Alcohol and tobacco products are not permitted in the Recreation Center or other recreation facilities.
Bags, books and other personal belongings must be placed in a locker or cubby. Campus Recreation is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged or unattended personal belongings. Patrons are strongly encouraged to leave personal items home. Locks are available at the Equipment Desk to borrow (ID required to borrow a lock).
Proper exercise attire – footwear, upper and lower body clothing – must be worn at all times.

Footwear: closed-toe athletic sneakers are required. Attire not permitted includes, but is not limited to, open-toed shoes, five-toed shoes, cleats, boots, street shoes, sandals and footwear that is muddy or dirty.
Black-soled footwear is permitted, provided it has a non-marking sole.
'2-Shoes' – Patrons should bring a second pair of clean (free of pebbles, road salt, gum, sand, etc.) footwear in which to change to use the equipment and activity spaces. A clean pair of shoes preserves the life of the floor surfaces and equipment.
Shirts: To reduce skin contact with equipment and prolong the life of the equipment, upper body clothing that allows the full torso to show is not permitted. This includes cutoff t-shirts, cropped tanks, halter-tops, sports bras.
Pants: Jeans and pants with buttons, metal zippers, metal rivets, belts and belt loops are not permitted, as these could tear equipment upholstery.

Cell phone/camera use is not permitted in the Recreation Center or other recreation facilities.
All activity areas close 15 minutes before the building closes. Patrons who plan to shower must do so and exit the facility at or prior to closing time.
Removal of equipment from Recreation Center is prohibited.
Outside fitness equipment is not permitted in the Recreation Center. This includes, but is not limited to, jump ropes, cable attachments, dip/pull-up belts. Lifting gloves/straps and lifting belts (without chains) are permitted.
Report all injuries and any equipment concerns to Campus Recreation staff.
Unauthorized photography and/or videotaping is not permitted without prior Campus Recreation staff approval.
Inappropriate conduct and behavior and/or misuse of equipment is not permitted, is at the discretion of Campus Recreation staff and may result in loss of facility use and/or membership privileges.
Failure to comply with staff instructions and proper facility use may result loss of facility and/or membership privileges.
Bicycles are not permitted in the Recreation Center, main mall, in entryways, etc. Bicycles should be secured to outdoor bike racks located behind the bus stop and at the upper entrance near the juice bar. Bicycles found at inappropriate areas will have the locks cut and will be moved outside to the bicycle rack.

Gymnasium

NO hanging on the rims or nets.
Adhere to published schedule of activities, which may include basketball, volleyball and badminton.
Ask staff member for court set-up for volleyball and badminton.

Fitness & Weights

Proper exercise attire – footwear, upper and lower body clothing – must be worn at all times.

Footwear: closed-toe athletic shoes are required. Attire not permitted includes, but is not limited to, open-toed shoes, boots, street shoes, sandals and footwear that is muddy or dirty.
Shirts: To reduce skin contact with equipment and prolong the life of the equipment, upper body clothing that allows the full torso to show is not permitted. This includes cutoff t-shirts, cropped tanks, halter-tops, sports bras.
Pants: Jeans and pants with buttons, metal zippers, metal rivets, belts and belt loops are not permitted. These items accelerate wear and tear on the equipment and could pose a risk of injury.

Jewelry: To reduce the risk of injury, it is recommended that jewelry be removed prior to using weights and fitness equipment.
Personal or instructional training other than scheduled through Campus Recreation is prohibited.
Ask staff member for assistance or an equipment orientation.

Cardio Areas

Follow safe workout procedures – start with a warm up and end with a cool down.
Be considerate of others and limit your workout to 30 minutes during peak times.
Wipe down equipment after use with spray disinfectant and cleaning towels provided. Do not spray directly on the display panels.
Hand weights & dumbbells are not permitted on cardio equipment.
Ask staff member for assistance or an equipment orientation.

Dumbbells & Free Weights

Equipment should be used properly and for its intended purpose.
Re-rack dumbbells, free weights and plates to proper location.
To prevent tearing, do not place feet or rest bars or weights on upholstered benches.
Use control lifting when using equipment. Dumbbells & weights should not be slammed together or dropped to the floor. This will damage and break the equipment.
Exercises that cannot be performed in a safe and proper manner or may pose risk to others are prohibited. Use weight you can handle with good form.
Plates are to be moved from racks to bars only. Plates and bars should not be left on the floor or leaning against benches.
Collars and 'buddy' spotters are recommended. Collars should certainly be used if you have more than one plate on your barbell. Loose plates can slide off, fall to the floor and cause injury.
If performing multiple sets on equipment, allow others to use equipment while you are resting.
Weight gloves are recommended. Chalk is not permitted.
Equipment must remain in its established location.
Wipe seats & pads after use with spray disinfectant and cleaning towels provided.
Report any equipment concerns to Campus Recreation staff.

Platforms

Platforms are the only areas where weights can be dropped to the floor. Rubber-coated plates or ‘bumper’ plates are to be used on platforms.

Weight Stack/Selectorized Equipment

Equipment should be used properly and for its intended purpose. Standing on benches or equipment frames is not permitted.
Raise and lower plates in a controlled manner. Plates should not be dropped or allowed to clank together. Use weight you can handle with good form.
Exercises that cannot be performed in a safe and proper manner or may pose risk to others are prohibited.
If performing multiple sets on equipment, allow others to use equipment while you are resting.
If weight machines become jammed, patrons should not attempt to free weights without staff assistance.
Wipe seats, pads & handles after use with spray disinfectant and cleaning towels provided.

Fitness and Stretching Areas

Equipment should be used properly and for its intended purpose.
Equipment must remain in designated fitness/stretching areas in established locations. Do not move equipment from this area to other areas in the Recreation Center.
Wipe mats after use with spray disinfectant and cleaning towels provided

Jogging/Walking Track

Track is for jogging and walking only.
Walkers use outer lane.
Joggers use inner lanes.
Joggers have the right of way.
Follow the posted jogging/walking direction.
Prohibited footwear includes, but is not limited to, spiked track shoes, boots, street shoes, sandals and open-toed shoes.

Activity Rooms

Only activities on the published schedule are permitted in multi-purpose rooms.
Classes are offered on a first come, first-served basis. Class will be limited based on space and the availability of equipment.
No admittance once class has begun.
Proper exercise attire, including footwear and upper and lower body exercise clothing, is required at all times. Barefeet permitted only for designated activities.
Audio and video equipment is for staff or instructor use only.
Equipment should be used only for its intended purpose.
Removal of equipment from area is prohibited.
Personal or instructional training other than scheduled through Campus Recreation is prohibited.

Equipment/Towel Checkout

Patron’s UCard required to check out bath towels, locks and equipment.
Patron is responsible for all issued items.
Issued equipment must remain in Recreation Center at all times.
Reimbursement is required for any lost, stolen or damaged equipment.
Day lockers are available in locker rooms for temporary use (no overnight storage). Personal locks left on day lockers will be cut and removed by Campus Recreation staff.
For locker rentals, please see staff at Member Services.

Locker Rooms

Please secure your belongings in a locker with a lock. Provide your own lock or check out a lock with proper ID from the equipment desk.
Campus Recreation/Athletics is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged or unattended personal belongings.
Day lockers are available for temporary use (no overnight storage). Personal locks left on day lockers will be cut and removed by Campus Recreation staff.
For locker rentals, please see staff at Member Services.

Day Lockers

Day lockers are for temporary use (no overnight storage).
Provide your own lock or check out a lock with proper ID from the equipment desk.
Locks must be removed 15 minutes prior to closing.
Personal locks left on day lockers will be cut and removed by Campus Recreation staff.
Campus Recreation is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged or unattended personal belongings.