Policies

 

General Policies and Procedures

The Department of Campus Recreation is customer service oriented. How­ever, there must be customer responsibility as well. The department reserves the right to act on any situations that may arise, which are not specifically covered in departmental policies, this material, or any other departmental literature.

Use of the Student Life Center is a privilege. Individuals who do not coop­erate with departmental policies and procedures or who act inappropriately toward a University employee or a fellow patron will be asked to leave the facility. Probation from facility usage is four months from the date of the incident. In addition, patrons may be denied access to the facility and membership may be revoked.  Student Misconduct may also be referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action.

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Abusive Behavior Abusive behavior, verbal or physical, toward another patron or a Student Life Center employee will not be tolerated. Student Life Center staff has the authority to demand unruly mem­bers and/or guests leave the facility if their behavior necessitates such action. Examples include, but are not limited to: spitting on floors, vandalism, yelling, fighting, dropping weights, threatening or intimidating employees or mem­bers, and damaging the equipment or facility.

Appropriate Attire A shirt and shorts or a wrap must be worn to enter the facility.  Swim suits are not acceptable, except in the pool area. 

Cell Phones Cell phone usage is prohibited in all locker rooms, public restrooms, and assisted changing areas.

Children Children/adolescence (under the age of 17) are currently not allowed in the facility or in the pool (except during Ohana Hours)

Confiscated I.D.   An I.D. used by an individual other than the owner will be confiscated and may result in immediate termination of Recreation Center privileges of all parties involved.

I.D.  Everyone that enters the building must have a valid I.D.  Participants forgetting their I.D. can enter only if they can prove identity.  This courtesy will only be offered two times.  There are no exceptions. 

Entry Violation Illegal use of someone else’s card is cause for immediate termination of Recreation Center privileges of all parties involved. 

Water fountains  No spitting in water fountains.

Food, Beverages, and Gum Patrons may purchase food and beverages from the snack bar. Food, beverages, and gum are allowed in the Snack bar/lounge and pool deck only. No glass containers are allowed in any area of the facility. Only water in a closed container is allowed in the fitness area.

Gym/Book Bags Personal items must be stowed in a locker or storage cubbies.  No personal items may be placed on the floor, furniture or equipment anywhere in the building.

Lost and Found Inquires regarding lost and found items should be made at equipment issue desk.  Items will be held for 14 days and then will be disposed.

Pets   Pets are not allowed in the Recreation and Fitness Center except guide dogs assist­ing persons with visual disabilities.

Programs   Open recreation for students and student centered programming will have precedence over any non-student focused program in the Student Life Center.  Scheduled student programs and Intramural Sports activities will have priority over open recreation.   When possible, Student Life Center facilities will remain available for open recreation during scheduled programs.

Rollerblades, Skateboards and Bicycles Rollerblades and skateboards are not allowed for usage in the Recreation Center or on the deck around the pool. Bicycles may not be brought inside the facility. They MUST be locked up in the desig­nated areas located OUTSIDE the facility.

Signs/Flyers All signs and flyers must be approved by Student Life Center staff and will be posted by Student Life Center staff only. Unauthorized flyers will be removed.

Theft   Student Life Center is not responsible for misplaced, damaged, or stolen items. Secure all valuables by locking them in a locker.

Tobacco Products, Alcohol and Illegal Substances Tobacco, alcohol, and all illegal substances are not allowed in the Student Life Center. Suspect patrons will be asked to leave the facility immediately. Memberships may be revoked.

Vandalism Any patron vandalizing or damaging the Recreation Center in any manner (kicking, hitting, writing, etc.) will be requested to leave immediately.  Witnessed patrons will be held financially responsible for any damage.

Weapons and Firearms No weapons or firearms of any kind are allowed in the facility. Patrons possessing any weapons will be denied access and Hawaii Police will be con­tacted immediately. Weapons are NOT allowed on any state premises.

Weight Room and Fitness Equipment Policies

All generally facility policies apply to the weight room as well as those listed below.

Age You must be 17 years of age or older to work out in the weight room or use cardio­vascular equipment. 

Appropriate Attire Dresses and skirts may NOT be worn while working out.  Athletic apparel including T-shirt or sports top, shorts or pants, undergarment and closed toe and heel shoes (tennis shoes) must be worn while working out in the weight room and multipurpose rooms. Bikini tops, Jeans/ jean shorts or cut offs with metal clasps and belts are not allowed.

Athletic Footwear Appropriate shoes must be worn in the weight room area (sneakers).  No boots, aqua shoes, crock-type shoes, socks, sandals, slippers, open toed shoes or bare feet are allowed for any reason.   Shoes must have a closed toe and proper traction. 

Audio/Visual Equipment Only Student Life Center employees may operate audio/visual equipment for pre-set channels. Personal headsets with personal stereos are allowed.

Beverages Bottled water in a sealed container is the only beverage allowed in the weight room.  Energy drinks, sports drinks, and soda are not permitted.

Food, Beverages, and Gum   Food and gum are not allowed in weight room. No glass containers are allowed in any area of the facility. Only water in a closed container is allowed in the weight room. Energy drinks, sports drinks, and soda are not permitted.

Cardiovascular Equipment A thirty five (35) minute time limit (including five-minute warm-up/cool down) applies to all cardiovascular equipment while others are waiting.  Participants must sign-up at the weight room desk for cardio equipment during peak hours.

Chalk   Power lifting chalk is not allowed in any area of the weight room.

Equipment Etiquette Please allow others to “work in” a set if you are performing more than one set on an exercise machine. Vacate machines between sets and wipe down exercise equipment after each use. Return free weight bars, plates, free weights, and all other equipment to proper locations after use. Gym wipes are provided for cleaning off machines. A workout towel can be checked out at the front desk.

Free Weights and Dumbbells Weights and dumbbells are not to be removed from their designated areas.  Please help to prolong the life of our equipment by not dropping weights and dumbbells.

Mirrors and Glass Windows Please do not touch the mirrors or glass windows.  Leaning on mirrors and any glass to stretch is strictly prohibited.

Personal Items Personal items including backpacks, purses, and sports equipment are not allowed in the weight room or cardiovascular area. Storage cubbies and lockers should be utilized.  The Student Life Center is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

Personal Trainers Only Student Life Center approved personal trainers are permitted to train participants.   Student Life Center weight room staff are not permitted to give personal training assistance or advice.

Spotters All free-weight users are encouraged to use spotter and offer spotting assistance in-kind.  Student Life Center Staff members are not required to spot. Squats done outside the rack require two spotters.

Weight Accessories Bars, handles, and other accessories are to be used only for intend­ed purpose.  Please do not overload any bar with weights.(Bar capacity: 7ft/1500lb; 6ft/500lb; 5ft/500lb)

Weight Handling Please maintain control of weights at all times; they may not be dropped or thrown.  Please return weights to the appropriate storage racks after each use. Do not lean weights against the walls or mirrors. Weights may not be left on the floor or stacked against the walls or the equipment after use. Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts while machine is in use (selectorized equipment).

Swimming Pool Policy

Property

 Individuals, groups and organizations that enter the Student Life Center pool are responsible for the following: damages to property, rule violations, trash, and any other items brought with them into the facility.

Health
1. All Showers Must be Taken Before Entering the Pool.
2. Any person with a skin disease, communicable disease, or who has a bandage on or a deep wound will not be permitted in the pool.
3. Spitting, blowing nose, urinating, defecating and depositing other materials in the pool is strictly prohibited.
4. Anyone with long hair is advised to wear a cap or have it pulled back while in the water.

Safety
1. Food and drinks are only allowed in the designated areas on the pool deck. 
2. Patrons may not enter the pool deck unless lifeguards are present.
3. Diving is Not allowed in any area of the pool
4. Glass containers and chewing gum are not allowed on the pool deck.
5. Running is prohibited.
6. Rough play such as pushing, dunking, and yelling around and in the pool is prohibited.
7. The Pool May Close at Anytime Due to Inclement Weather, Contamination and Maintenance Procedures.
8. Children who cannot swim must be an arms length away from an adult (18 or older) at all times.
9. The Lifeguard on Duty Must Approve All floatation Devices.
10. Prior to entering the pool all patrons with physical, heart, vision, or seizure disabilities must report them to the lifeguard on duty.
11. Children under the age of twelve (12) are not admitted into the pool without an adult who is fully dressed in swim attire.
12. All patrons must be wearing a bathing suit. Cut-offs, jeans, and makeshift suits are prohibited.

For more information on childern, see Ohana Pool Rules

Thunder and Lightning Policy

The pool facility will be closed for 30 minutes from the last sighting of lightning or last sound of thunder. This recommendation comes from the National Lightning Safety Institute.

 

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