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Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Rules and Standards

The Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s ability to be open and serve our community relies on each of us taking personal responsibility to adhere to known and prescribed protective and safety measures and guidelines while practicing courtesy and respect with “good gym etiquette.” 

If you are not willing or able to help us by following the standards and protocols outlined here, regardless of agreement, we ask that you refrain from visiting the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.

Expectations and Standards

1. Treat every student, member, and guest as they would like to be treated with respect, dignity, and courtesy.
2. Abide by University and Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Policies, Mandates, and Rules and expect others to do the same.
3. Adhere and follow Campus Recreation Staff directives and instructions.
4. Report injuries, illness, and inappropriate or suspicious behaviors to the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s Operation Staff or Desk.
5. Wear appropriate attire for the activity (See Rules and Protocols).
6. Shoes, defined as encompassing the entire foot, are required except for designated areas and exterior property. Not permitted: Clogs, sandals, socks, slides, flip flops, or anything with exposed portion of the foot.
7. Ask Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Operations for assistance if needed or not familiar with the operation or use of equipment, machines, rules, or protocols.
8. Return the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ check-out equipment to the desk in the condition it was given.
9. Do NOT use obscene language or exhibit lewd or disrespectful behaviors including music loud enough for others to hear.
10. Commit to role model proper gym etiquette:
    • Cleaning equipment, machines, and mats after use;
    • Picking up trash and equipment;
    • Returning towels, equipment, and benches to proper locations;
    • Racking own weights; and
    • Share with others when not using.

Rules and Protocols

• For Safety and Security, all individuals entering the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ will be required to provide proof of identity in the form of University ID, Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Member Card, or government issued photo identification.
• All individuals entering the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ are subject to membership or access verification.
• Permitting use of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ ID or Member Card, fraudulent use of ID, or entering without proof of identity and verification of access is a violation of University Policy 9.2, Student Code of Conduct, and Membership Agreement.
• Be considerate of all Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ users and activities. 
• Follow directives and instructions of the Campus Recreation staff.
• Report any damage, malfunctioning, or injuries/illnesses to Campus Recreation staff.
• Actions, language, or behaviors deemed to be threatening, offensive, or harassing, perceived or real, will result in expulsion from property and suspension without refund.
• No Food permitted past the entry gates.
• No open drink beverages, including canned drinks and cups without lids, permitted past the entry gates or in activity areas.
• Music and language deemed as explicit, offensive, or obscene are not permitted.
• Filming, photography, and video at the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ or on exterior property must be approved in advance by Campus Recreation. See Filming/Photography.
• Proper workout attire including closed shoes encompassing the entire foot are required within the building and participating in all activities (excluding indoor pool and exterior property).
• Equipment, courts, and other available spaces are a first come, first serve basis without excluding others if not actively in use i.e. “homesteading”. 
• Possession, consumption, or under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs on property is prohibited and subject to loss of privileges and suspension from Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and Campus Recreation services without refund.
• Smoking and Vaping are not permitted on premises and only 25 feet from the front entrance per University Policy 1.19 Smoking and Tobacco.
• Personal coolers are prohibited.
• Pets are not permitted on property. Service Animals as defined in compliance with University Policy 1.17 Animals are welcome. Service Animals In-Training requires prior University approval.
• Solicitation or distribution of products or services is prohibited on property without prior University approval as stated in University Policy 9.13 Solicitation.
• Electric scooters and skateboards are not allowed inside the University building including but not limited to roller blades/skates, scooters, skateboards, hover boards, wheeled shoes, etc. See University Policy 9.14 Electric Scooters.
• Only ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Campus Recreation employees may provide personal training.  Non-employed people providing personal training and clients will be expelled and suspended from the facility without refund.
• Campus Recreation property must be returned to the desks in the condition obtained by closing of each day. The failure to return equipment to desk will result in additional fees.
• See Damaged Equipment Replacement on the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Campus Recreation Fees for more information.
• Individuals may be held responsible for damage, repairs, retrieval, or replacement of Campus Recreation property due to negligence or abuse.
• Day Use Lockers must be emptied by closing.
• Athletic teams must acquire Campus Recreation Department approval to conduct team practices, team events, or team workouts.

Basketball and Volleyball Courts

• Do not hang on rims or nets.
• Proper athletic shoes are required to play basketball.
• Personal music speakers should not be loud enough to disturb other users and no explicit language.

Multi-Use (Soccer) Courts

• When in use, close all exterior doors.
• Personal music speakers should not be loud enough to disturb other users and no explicit language.
• If no basketball courts available, badminton takes priority for half court.

Racquetball and Squash Courts

• Do NOT adjust convertible squash court wall without assistance from Campus Recreation Operations staff.

Track

• Follow the Daily Direction sign located at the top of the main stairs to track level.
• Interior lane for slower traffic.
• Middle lane for passing.
• Exterior lane for faster traffic.

Game Areas

• Return game area to original condition upon departure.
• Do not sit on billiard or shuffleboard tables.
• Personal music speakers should not be loud enough to disturb other users and no explicit language.

Studios and Classrooms

• Classrooms must be reserved prior to use.  AV included with classroom reservations. See Reservation and Events
• Classrooms are only for meeting-type functions.
• Studio Stereos are not included. Personal stereos and speakers are permitted.
• ONLY bare feet and cloth socks are permitted on the Mat Room floor.

Fitness Floor and Weight Room

• Clean equipment and machines after use.
• Return equipment to proper location and rack weights.
• Proper workout attire AND closed-toe shoes at all times.
• No personal speakers.
• Bags and personal items should be stored in the cubbies and NOT permitted in lanes of traffic.
• Refrain from “home-steading” with weights or on machines. Allow others to use between sets.
• Refrain from loud outbursts or obscene language.
• Ask for help if spotting needed.

Indoor Pool

• A ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Campus Recreation employed lifeguard must be present when using pool.
• ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Aquatics Swim lessons take precedence and limited to 1 lane and shallow lagoon.
• Proper swim attire required. 
• No floatation devices other than what is provided by ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Aquatics.
• Share lanes when busy. Limit 3 swimmers per lane.
• Children, not potty trained, are to wear a swim diaper.
• No gum.

Exterior Pool "The Falls"

• Unless it is a reserved event or a facilitated program, entry to and exit from the area is through the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.  Violators accessing the area by other means and accomplices will be prosecuted.
• No glass containers or products permitted in the area.
• No smoking or vaping in compliance with University Policy 1.19 Smoking and Tobacco.
• No possession or consumption of alcohol or drugs on property.
• Leave the areas better than you found it. 

Sand Volleyball Courts

• Unless reserved event or a facilitated program, entry to and exit from areas is through the Dedman ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½. Violators accessing the area by other means and accomplices will be prosecuted.
• No glass containers or products permitted in the area.
• No smoking or vaping in compliance with University Policy 1.19 Smoking and Tobacco.
• No possession or consumption of alcohol or drugs on property.
• Leave the areas better than you found it.