FACILITY GUIDELINES. Campus Recreation General Information and Guidelines

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1 FACILITY GUIDELINES II. Campus Recreation General Information and Guidelines The Campus Recreation and Fitness is a 33,000 square foot facility comprised of a MAC Gym with the flexibility to play basketball, volleyball, badminton and indoor soccer. There is a 3,000+ weight and cardio area with a variety of fitness equipment from your cardio needs to your pin-loaded to your free weights. These guidelines are to ensure every user has a fun, clean and safe facility to use. Operations: Operation of the Campus Recreation and Fitness facility will be comprised of a Facility Attendant and a Building Manager to supervise the two attendants and the facility. At the front desk members may purchase/renew their memberships, punch cards, purchase guest passes, personal training sessions, register for events and check-out equipment. Entry to Campus Recreation and Fitness: Members of Campus Recreation and Fitness must show a valid TAMUK Photo ID to enter the facility every time. *A valid photo ID is a TAMUK ID with a clear visible photo with working barcode. Members must swipe their cards at the turn-styles and receive a green light from the turn-style and hear a click to proceed into the facility. * Dependents 16 years old and younger may enter the facility for free with accompany of their parent or guardian. They are restricted from the cardio/weight room area and must be accompanied by their parent or guardian at all times. Forgotten ID: Campus Recreation and Fitness member must have a valid TAMUK photo ID to enter the facility. If a member forget their ID, they may pay for a guest pass or retrieve their TAMUK Photo ID. *Members may forget their ID up to 3 times a semester. Members will sign-in after the front desk verifies their access. After the 3 rd excuse, members will have to pay for a guest fee or retrieve their TAMUK Photo ID. Lost/Confiscated ID: Lost ID will be held at the front desk through the rest of the day. The following day, Lost IDs will be moved to the administration office on the second floor. You may pick up your lost ID between business hours of 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Lost ID will be taken to UPD on the last business day of each month. Campus Recreation and Fitness obtain the right to confiscate ID if the person using the ID is impersonating another. UPD will be called and a police report will be filed with the confiscated ID. Lost and Found: Lost and found is located at the front desk. Items will be held until the end of the month. The last work day of the month, contents of the lost and found will be donated to take UPD or donated to a local charity User s Dress Code: Campus Recreation and Fitness strives to provide a welcoming environment for all individuals. We ask that patrons and participant respect our guideline to ensure a fun environment for everyone. Athletic tops and bottoms must be worn in the facility. Tops must be full-length, covering the midriff. Closed toed athletic shoes must be worn at all times. Exception: Patrons just using the track to walk may wear any tops, bottoms, and shoes as long as all tops and bottoms cover the midriff. Guest Policy: Campus Recreation and Fitness members are permitted to bring up to three guest into the facility, but must purchase a guest pass(es) prior to entering the facility. The Campus Recreation and Fitness member must have a valid membership and ID to the facility, each guest must have a valid photo ID. The Campus Recreation and Fitness member must be present when the guest(s) purchase their passes and must remain with their guest for the duration of the facility. Guest may purchase a guest pass for $5 at the front desk. Animals: Animals are prohibited from entering the building or Rec Sports Field Complex except for service animals.

2 Bicycles and Skateboards: Bicycles must be stored and locked at the outdoor bicycle racks. Personal bicycles are not allowed inside Campus Recreation and Fitness at any time. Skateboards are may be stored behind the front desk upon request. Equipment: All of Campus Recreation and Fitness equipment and property is essential to daily operation s of the facility and should be treated as such. Damage to equipment may result in fees or reimbursement to cover the cost of repair or replacement. Equipment may be checked out from the front desk using a valid TAMUK ID card. Sports and fitness equipment may be checked out with a valid TAMU-Kingsville ID Card All check-out equipment must be a CRF member, Guests are not permitted to check out equipment. Equipment designated for indoor use must stay indoors. Patrons wishing to play at the Rec Sports Field Complex or outdoor basketball courts should check-out appropriate outdoor equipment. Equipment will be inspected upon return. If damages occur the CRF member will be responsible for the cost of repairing or replacing the item. Food and Drink: Food and drink are prohibited beyond lobby. Exception for water or a sports drink in non-glass bottle with a resealable lid will be permitted. Day Use Lockers and Towels: Locks for day use lockers and towels may be checked out at the front desk for no additional charge. Patrons may bring their own lock if they wish, however the lock and contents must be removed before the building closes. If locks are left on overnight, the lock may be cut, and contents of the locker will be in lost and found behind the front desk.. Photography and Video Recording: To respect all of Campus Recreation and Fitness members (including all programs), photography and video recording is prohibited without prior approval. Request must be made in writing to the Director of Campus Recreation and Fitness. Photography and Video Recording request follows: - Complete the Photo/Video Request Form - Submit request form to the Director of Campus Recreation and Fitness ( or in person) - All requests must be submitted 72 hours prior to the day and time being requested - On the day and time schedule, requesters must check-in before at the administration office - Must first ask permission from any Campus Recreation and Fitness members that will be photographed or video recorded - See Appendix K for the media request form Memberships: Campus Recreation and Fitness offers membership to all students who are registered for 1 academic credit hour with Texas A&M University-Kingsville paying the Rec Sports Fee. Faculty, staff, affiliates, alumni and their spouses and dependents may purchase membership at the front desk. Membership Fees are: Memberships may be purchased at the CRF or on Market Place at Fall: Spring: Summer 1: Summer 2: August 23 rd December 31 st January 1 st May 18 th May 18 th July 9th July 9 th August 30 th Memberships Summer I/II (June Aug) Fall/Spring 9 Month(Payroll Deduct Only) Annual Faculty, Staff & Affiliates (Must have a UIN #) $67.50/$67.50 $135 $270 $405 Spouse (student, faculty, staff or retiree) $67.50/$67.50 $135 $270 $405 Sr. Dependents (student, faculty, staff or retiree) $67.50/$67.50 $135 $270 $405 Alumni $92.50/$92.50 $185 - $555

3 Spouse (alumni) $92.50/$92.50 $185 - $555 Sr. Dependents (alumni) $92.50/$92.50 $185 - $555 Punch Cards: Campus Recreation and Fitness offers a 12 day punch card for $35 to faculty and staff who wish not to purchase a membership. Guest pass: Members may bring up to three guests for $5 per person. Payroll Deduction Form: Faculty and Staff may fill out a payroll deduction form at any time during the semester to pay for a gym membership. This form will automatically deduct $33.75 from their monthly paycheck. Once a faculty/staff member has purchased their membership; they can purchase additional memberships for their spouse and senior dependent. Refunds/Reimbursements: The Campus Recreation department does not refund or reimburse memberships, all sales are final. Children Guidelines: Dependents of an eligible user (student, faculty/ staff, retiree or alumni) age 16 and under are welcome to use the Student Recreation Center at no charge. They must be accompanied by their legal guardian at all times. All children 16 and under are subject to the following policies while using the Student Recreation Center: Dependents 16 and under of eligible users are not required to have a dependent ID Restrictions Children 16 and under of non-members are not allowed to use the facility. Children 16 and under may not accompany a member unless it is his/her child. Legal guardians must participate with or directly supervise and closely watch children (16 and under) at all times in all areas of the Student Recreation Center. Supervision requirements for children 16 and under are a ratio of 1 adult member per 3 minors (only dependents of member). Children 16 and under may not enter the Cardio/Weight Room or use any cardiovascular machines located throughout the Student Recreation Center at any time. Children age 5 and under are not permitted on the jogging track. Children age 5 and under may use the locker room of the opposite gender when accompanied by an adult. Children 6 years and older must use the gender appropriate locker room. Open Recreation: Campus Recreation and Fitness facilities are available for open recreation use when not scheduled for programmed events. Activities include but not limited to resistance training, cardiovascular training, basketball, volleyball, badminton and indoor soccer. Space usage is at a first come, first served basis. Group Exercise: Campus Recreation and Fitness hosts a variety of Group Exercise classes. With our certified instructors, you can participate in Zumba, Yoga, Circuit Training and many more. We have a classes for all levels, beginners, intermediate and advance. Just ask our friend membership staff and to find out more about the classes and when they will be offered. Personal Training: Personal Training is part of our Fitness and Wellness program at Campus Recreation and Fitness. Each trainer is a certified personal trainer through a nationally accredited asocial such as ACSM, ACE, NASM, ISSA, NSCA. Personal Training session may be purchased at the front desk or at Intramural Sports: Intramural Sports staff is comprised of the Intramural Sports Managers and Intramural Sports Managers. Campus Recreation and Fitness offers 16 intramural sports for students, faculty, staff and their spouses to participate in. We have 10 leagues sports; 7v7 flag football, 4v4 flag football, 5v5 basketball, 3v3 basketball, outdoor soccer, indoor soccer, volleyball, sand volleyball, cricket, and softball. In addition we have 6 tournaments; 7v7 flag football Overtime Challenge, badminton singles/doubles, tennis singles/doubles, racquetball singles/doubles, Home-Run-Derby, and Punt Pass and Kick.

4 IMleagues.com: Team must register their team on IMLeagues.com and use their TAMUK and K# (this is how the application recognizes you as a student). Event deadlines and Captain s Meeting information may be found on Campus Recreation and Fitness s website ( in the facility or on IMleagues.com. Eligibility: All members of Campus Recreation and Fitness (students, faculty, staff & affiliates) may participate in Intramural Sports. Each sport and event may have specific restrictions depending on the league. For more details please review the Captain s Guide and event specific rules on our website. Sportsmanship: Participating in Intramural Sports is a privilege, not a right. Sportsmanship is important part of a successful Intramural Sports program. Please review the Captain s Guide for a complete review of the sportsmanship policies. The policy will include sportsmanship ratings, ejection policies, repeat offenses and spectator policies. Our goal for Intramural Sports is to create an inclusive environment where everyone can have the best experience possible. Club Sports: Campus Recreation and Fitness overseas 5 Club Sports; Tennis Club, Cricket Club, Women s Soccer, Powerlifting Club and KSSOA. Each club is a registered student organization with Texas A&M University and Student Activities. Club participate interscholastically, governed by a national association. Cardio/Weight Room Guidelines Patrons should use extreme caution in lifting weights to avoid potential injury to themselves or others. Individual use of any one piece of cardiovascular equipment is limited to 30 minutes during peak hours. To avoid congestion and waiting lines, patrons should allow other to work in between sets while using strength training equipment. Closed-toe athletic shoes are required. No boots, dress shoes or other hard-soled shoes are allowed. Athletic tops and bottoms must be worn in the facility. Tops must be full-length, covering the midriff. Towels are available for check-out at the membership desk. Each patron is required to wipe down equipment, benches and cardiovascular machines after use with towels and disinfectant provided in the cardio/weight room. Personal belongings such as backpacks, wallets, etc. should be stored in a locker. Locks may be checked-out at the front desk. No beverages are allowed in the cardio/weight room area (Except water or sports drink in a resealable non-glass container). All equipment must be returned to its proper location after use. Dropping or banging of weights is prohibited. All free weight equipment must be kept in the cardio/weight room (CRF Personal Trainer sessions may remove equipment for training purposes) Weights and bars cannot be leaned against the wall, pillars equipment or mirrors. Spotter are strongly recommended for all free weights (ask a Facility Attendant or Building Manager) Collars must be used with all free weights and bars. Only CRF Personal Trainers may train clients in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center. Persons 16 and under may not use the cardio/weight room. Upon request, you may request to change the radio stations. Profanity, excessively loud or suggestive language will not be tolerated. Facility Attendants or Building Managers may ask any patron to leave the facility if necessary. Please direct all concerns and maintenance needs to the Facility Attendant or Building Manager. Jogging Track The two inside lanes are for walking and the outside lane is for joggers. Faster joggers or walkers should move to the outside lane.

5 Slower members should move to the inside lanes. Stretching and observation are allowed in designated locations only. For all members safety, no loitering is allowed on the track surface. Children age 5 and under are not permitted on the jogging track (this includes strollers). CRF users are not permitted to watch intramural or recreational games from the jogging track. MAC Gymnasium Guidelines Facility and equipment should be used for their designed purpose. Personal belongings such as backpacks, wallets, etc. should be stored in a locker. Locks may be checked-out at the front desk. Dunking is permitted on the basketball courts. However, hanging on the rim damages equipment and is not allowed. The CRF member or guest may be required to pay for repair or replacement of damaged equipment. Hitting volleyballs, soccer balls or any other item against the glass walls is not permitted. If damages occur to Student Recreation and Fitness Center equipment or facilities, the CRF member or guest will be responsible for the cost of the repair. Any individual not following appropriate regulations or behaviors will be asked to leave the facility. Inappropriate behavior consists of but not limited to, profane language, suggestive language, racial or prejudice slurs, harassment, sexual harassment, etc. Unreserved open recreation activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis with shared usage and challenge rules apply (winner stays). The designated open recreational activity will take priority over other users. However, reservations supersede all others. Lounge Spaces Do not rearrange the furniture. Food and drinks are allowed in these areas. Please discard of all trash. Appropriate behavior is expected at all times. Inappropriate behavior consists of but not limited to, profane language, suggestive language, racial or prejudice slurs, harassment, sexual harassment, etc. Furniture should only be used for its designed purpose Outdoor Basketball Court Guidelines Entry and exit of the Outdoor Basketball Court must always be through the main entrance of the Student Recreation and Fitness Center. No spitting on the courts. No sunflower seeds or gum on the court surface. No glass containers allowed. No hanging on basketball rims. Do not attach items to the fence, light poles, or basketball goals. Please respect all landscaping. All coolers and bags are subject to search, to ensure compliance. Organized groups wishing to utilize this area must inform a facility staff member and fill out a facility reservation form in advance. Tennis Court reservations need to be handled through the SPEC. The department of Campus Recreation and Fitness cannot be responsible for lost or stolen property or injuries sustained during play. Rec Sports Complex and Intramural Sports Field Guide Lines Entry and exit of the Outdoor Basketball Court must always be through the main entrance of the Student Recreation and Fitness Center. No spitting on the courts. No sunflower seeds or gum on the court surface. No glass containers allowed.

6 Do not attach items to the fence, light poles, or basketball goals. Please respect all landscaping. No Pets Allowed. No bikes, skateboards, or roller skating allowed. All coolers and bags are subject to search, to ensure compliance. Organized groups wishing to utilize this area must inform a facility staff member and fill out a facility reservation form in advance. Tennis Court reservations need to be handled through the SPEC. The department of Campus Recreation and Fitness cannot be responsible for lost or stolen property or injuries sustained during play. ADA Compliant/Handicap Accessible Facilities The Department of Campus Recreation and Fitness is diligent in its efforts to make every part of a facility available to the community. If additional accommodations need to be made, please contact the Front Desk at The following accessibility features are available in Student Recreation facilities: Weight & Fitness Room: o Several pieces of equipment are accessible for the wheelchair user to perform a wide variety of resistance training exercises. These pieces are ADA compliant. o Dumbbells are not considered an ADA compliant exercise device. However, it is well documented that experienced handicapped strength trainers can perform a multitude of strength training exercises with this equipment. *Please remember that the Facility Staff are there to assist patrons. Just ask any staff member for assistance or if you are interested in the services of a Personal Trainer, please visit the Front Desk in the lobby of the Student Recreation Center. III. Facility Reservations The Department of Campus Recreation & Fitness offers TAMUK departments and approved registered student organizations the opportunity to reserve the Student Recreation Center for programs and special events. Requests for facility reservations can be made in the Campus Recreation and Fitness office. Campus Recreation and Fitness reserves the right to limit or deny reservations that impact existing programs or overcrowd facilities. Scheduled activities in all Campus Recreation and Fitness facilities have priority over informal use. Individuals and groups may request our facilities by completing our Facility Request Form (Appendix 8). Request must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the event for processing. Reservations request should include set-up and take-down time. Individuals or groups may submit requests in person to the front desk, to the administration office located on the 2 nd floor of the Campus Recreation and Fitness Center or Rec Sports Coordinator. For complete guideline of facility requests can be found on our website at The Department of Campus Recreation & Fitness offers TAMUK departments and approved registered student organizations the opportunity to reserve the Student Recreation Center for programs and special events. Requests for facility reservations can be made in the Campus Recreation and Fitness office. Campus Recreation and Fitness reserves the right to limit or deny reservations that impact existing programs or overcrowd facilities. Scheduled activities in all Campus Recreation and Fitness facilities have priority over informal use. For Campus Recreation and Fitness facility requests contact: Department of Campus Recreation and Fitness Abel Mengsteab Phone: Fax: Facility Request Forms are available at

7 Factors for Approval Requests for exclusive use of a SRC facility are considered based on the following factors: Facility availability based on established schedule and impact to primary users (Primary users are members of the SRC and SRC sponsored programs). Compatibility of activity with facility use, function, and regulations. Health and safety considerations for participants and potential damage to equipment. Availability of appropriate supervision for safety response and facility protection. Priority Priority for scheduling and use of the SRC facility is, as a general policy, extended as follows: SRC Sponsored Programs (Intramural Sports, Open Recreation, Sport Clubs, Group Exercise, Personal Training, Health & Wellness Workshops, SRC Special Events) University Classes Recognized Student Clubs & Organizations Departments and Offices Safety and Supervision Requests should explain the event supervision plan and safety plan. In some cases, at least one of the attending individuals must have current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and be present at all times. In order to satisfy the supervision and safety needs, it may be determined that a SRC Building Manager be present during an organization s event. The sponsoring organization will be responsible for this cost. Signed waivers of liability are required for all participants. The Rec Sports Development and Operations Coordinator has the final authority in all decisions related to participant, spectator, and staff safety, potential facility damage, or non-compliance with facility regulations, or staff requests. This includes the authority to modify or discontinue any activity. Event organizers are expected to support and assist the staff in all decisions. Reservation Fees There is no facility fee for recognized student organizations and Texas A&M University Kingsville Departments requesting facilities exclusively for use by the campus community. Recognized student organizations must provide proof that they are currently recognized by the Office of Student Activities. For all other requests open to the outside community the facility hourly rates are as follows: (Required staff may apply. If Physical Plant Support is required prices vary depending on services rendered.) Conduct The goals of the SRC are to offer a broad range of recreational opportunities to meet the needs of the campus community, encourage physical wellbeing, promote interaction that develops a sense of community, emphasize safety, demonstrate service, and support the appropriate use of resources. Any conduct that interferes with these goals or detracts from the enjoyment of others is detrimental to the program and may result in disciplinary action. Any of the following examples of misconduct apply to participants and spectators of the organization involved. Vulgar, obscene, abusive, derogatory, suggestive, or demeaning comments or gestures. Threats, intimidation, or verbal aggression. Fighting or physical aggression. Being under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances. Failing to comply with requests from the SRC staff. Damaging equipment or facility.

8 Disregarding facility regulations or other policies. Guidelines Requests for events that are fitness, health, recreation, or sport based are given preference. One day or short-term use requests are given preference. Requests for SRC facilities by student organizations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance and no more than three months prior to the date requested. Request from non-university groups must be made at least 3 weeks in advance. Events should encourage participation and not be primarily spectator events. Events must allow for informal recreation to occur in other areas of the facility. For sport competitions, games rules must be reviewed and approved by SRC staff prior to the event. Rules should be consistent with Intramural Sports rules. Facilities may not be used for commercial purposes or personal gain. A fee may be charged for philanthropic or fundraising events with prior written approval from appropriate campus personnel. Events should be scheduled during regular facility operating hours. There is a limited opportunity for events to occur outside regular hours. Availability is based on overwhelming need and the demonstrated inability for the event to occur during regular hours. After hour use is also possible for events reaching a large portion of the campus population that are sponsored for the purpose of providing positive alternatives to unhealthy leisure pursuits. After hours use requires additional supervision and increased supervision cost. Gum, tobacco, and glass are not permitted in SRC facilities. Food and beverage is limited to lobby area in the first floor and, Gymnasium when the protective floor covering is in place. There will be NO HOLES MADE OR PERMANENT FIXTURES ADDED. There will be NO BYCYCLES, SKATEBOARDS or ROLLERSKATES in INDOOR FACILITIES or VEHICLES ON INTRAMURAL FIELDS OR HOLES DUG. Reservation request should include set-up time, event time, and take-down time. An INSURANCE POLICY may be required. PAYMENT is non-refundable The Department of Campus Recreation and Fitness is NOT LIABLE for any charges incurred by the group reserving the facility, or injury to participants, or anyone hired for the event by the group reserving the facility. UPD Police Security will be required for all events with 100 or more in attendance, or if money is collected, or if alcohol is served. The requestor will be responsible for all security charges. Additional charges and fees may be assessed if it is determined that insurance, security or custodial services are required. Additional charges and fees will be assessed if the group needs the intramural fields to be painted for a specific sport, officials, and/or equipment. If there is any damage to the facility and/or the facility is not cleaned properly, the cost of the repairs and/or clean-up will be charged to the responsible group. Request Form All request forms should be completed and turned in to Office of Campus Recreation and Fitness two weeks prior to the first day requested. The Department of Campus Recreation and Fitness will only reserve two tables at any one time. When the Resource Table Request Form is approved, you will be issued a Resource Table Permit (if space is available during the time you requested). You will be notified by phone to pick up your permit in order to finalize your reservation. All special requests will go through the Office of Campus Recreation and Fitness and will be handled on an individual bases. Please refer all special request inquiries to Rec Sports Development and Operations Coordinator. Once special request have been approved a facility request form will be placed in the Front Desk facility request form binder. Please see Appendix N for the facility reservation request form.