UTSA Campus Recreation - Don't Waste Fun!

Rec Center Policies Info

UTSA Campus Recreation strives to conduct all activities in the most prudent manner possible. However, due to the inherent risk of injury in any activity, it is the responsibility of each participant to be aware there are some assumed risks involved in participation. All participants are strongly urged to have a yearly medical examination and to carry medical insurance coverage. UTSA and its staff are not responsible for injuries, including death.

Area Guidelines

Cardio Room

Policies

Court Reservation System

Procedures

Area Guidelines

Cardio Room Campus Recreation values your safety. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... wear closed-toe shoes: sandals, boots, and flip-flops are not permitted.
... do not rearrange equipment.
... wear non-mesh t-shirts or tank tops...no bare midriffs, muscle shirts, cargo pants/shorts or any form of denim
... bring a towel to wipe off equipment after use.
... store your personal items in a locker.
... wear shorts or pants at waist-level.

Control Desk Campus Recreation values the opportunity to serve you. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... participation in Campus Recreation facilities or programming is completely voluntary.
... know while we work hard to provide a safe atmosphere, UTSA, Campus Recreation and its staff are not responsible for injury to patrons.
... refrain from chewing gum or using tobacco products.
... secure your belongings in a locker.
... limit your food and beverage consumption to the first floor lobby areas.
... comply with area-specific footwear requirements.
... know that failure to comply with Campus Rec policies may result in a loss of Campus Recreation privileges.

Elevators

Campus Recreation values your safety and the safety of your belongings. We request your cooperation. Please...

... in case of fire, please use stairs. Campus Recreation has an evacuation chair to assist individuals in wheelchairs.
... individuals needing assistance should contact Campus Recreation staff.

Fitness Studios Campus Recreation values your safety. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... wear closed-toe shoes: sandals, boots, and flip-flops are not permitted.
... wear non-mesh t-shirts or tank tops...no bare midriffs, muscle shirts, cargo pants/shorts or any form of denim
... bring a towel and water bottle to class.
... switch off cellular telephones and pagers or change them to 'silent' mode.
... wear shorts or pants at waist-level.

Gymnasium Campus Recreation values your safety. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... store your personal articles in a locker.
... watch your language.
... eat and drink in the lobby areas of the first floor...not in the gym.
... wear pants or shorts at waist-level.
... wear appropriate, non-marking court footwear.
... play half-court basketball games if others are waiting to play.

Locker Rooms Campus Recreation values your safety and the safety of your belongings. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... secure your belongings...while we don't want anything to happen to your belongings, UTSA, Campus Recreation and its staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged articles.
... use Campus Recreation-issued locks on lockers.

Changing Stalls in Locker Room Shower Areas

Please help us make sure everyone has access to the changing stalls.
Please do not store personal items in a changing stall while you exercise.

Weight Room Campus Recreation values your safety. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... use safety collars for barbell lifts.
... return weights, dumbbells and plates to their respective racks after use.
... use spotters for squats, heavy dumbbells, and lifts above the shoulders.
... keep weights and related equipment in the weight room.
... bring a towel to wipe off equipment after use.
... refrain from banging weights or dumbbells together.
... store bags and personal items in a locker.
... know that failure to adhere to weight room and Rec Center policies may result in a loss of Rec Center privileges.
... wear non-mesh t-shirts or tank tops...no bare midriffs, muscle shirts, cargo pants/shorts or any form of denim
... wear closed-toe shoes: sandals, boots, and flip-flops are not permitted

Rules of the RockWall

No climbing or bouldering unless a RockWall Staff person is present.
All patrons must sign a "Release and Indemnification Agreement".
All patrons must check in with Outdoor Pursuits staff and present ID before climbing.
All patrons must pass a belay test before their fourth regular visit.
After passing a belay test you will be supervised as a "Beginner Belayer" for your next 5 visits to the wall.
Lead climbing will be limited and subject to additional certification
No un-roped climbing above the height of the top-most holds on the bouldering wall. No "topping out" on the bouldering wall.
All climbers must use UIAA approved equipment. Belays must be anchored.
Only rock climbing shoes or running/athletic shoes will be permitted in climbing area. No bare feet.
The climbing area is limited to 15 climbers and belayers in total. Others may observe from outside of the glass.
No radios, cell phones, food or drink allowed in the climbing area.
RockWall staff have the responsibility to ask patrons whose behavior is in violation of RockWall policies to leave the facility.
Privileges will be revoked if you attempt to climb while intoxicated.
Unsafe wall conditions should be reported to the RockWall staff immediately.

...And a few points of Etiquette: All eyes should be on the lookout for safety concerns. Spot thy neighbor! Spotting is strongly recommended for all bouldering at the RockWall. Stand clear of climbers' fall and swing zones. The first boulderer off the ground has the 'right of way'. Do not attempt to pass another climber by climbing above them.

Policies

UTSA Card Policy

Members and current UTSA students are entitled to ONE free entry per semester (all summer equals one semester) where the Campus Recreation staff can verify identity. UTSA staff reserves the right to ask for additional photo ID at any time. After the one free-entry is used, the member is not allowed into the facility without their UTSA card.

Court Reservation System Racquetball courts are available through advance reservations and a daily challenge court system to allow all recreation users a better opportunity to utilize the courts.

Eligible participants may reserve racquetball courts by calling the Control Desk (210-458-7575) or by stopping by in person.
Reservations may be made same day or one day in advance.
Court reservations are limited to 1-hour per person per day and begin at the top of the hour.
If all courts are reserved for a specific time, a waiting list will be kept at the Control Desk.
Please check-in for your reserved time or players on the waiting list will be given priority.
Users unable to keep a reservation can help to better serve all users by calling 458-7575 to cancel.

Day-use Lockers Campus Recreation values your safety and the safety of your belongings. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

... secure your belongings...while we don't want anything to happen to your belongings, UTSA, Campus Recreation and its staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged articles.
... remove all belongings by closing time each day.
... personal locks are not permitted.
... to use these lockers, place items in locker, insert quarter into slot, close locker door, turn key to left and remove.

Equipment Checkout

Users must present their UTSA ID Card at the Control Desk to check out equipment.
University-sponsored guests may check out equipment by presenting a government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport).
Users are responsible for equipment they check out. An individual who fails to return checked out equipment or who returns damaged equipment must pay the cost of replacement value to replace the lost, stolen, or damaged equipment.
If a patron plans to transfer equipment to another member, both patrons must report to the Control Desk to record the switch.
Payment for lost, stolen, or damaged equipment may be made at the Control Desk. The user's ID number and information will be held until restitution is made.

Rec Center Attire/ Dress Code
Campus Recreation welcomes a diverse community to the Rec Center. We request your cooperation. Pl ease...

...wear closed-toe shoes in the Cardio Room, Weight Room, courts, and fitness studios: sandals, boots, and flip-flops are not permitted (except in Yoga class). Appropriate, non-marking court footwear is required on all court areas.
...wear non-mesh t-shirts or tank tops...no bare midriffs, muscle shirts, cargo pants/shorts or any form of denim
...wear shorts or pants at waist level.
...denim may not be worn in the Cardio Room, Weight Room, or fitness studios.
...wear protective eyewear in racquetball courts.

Procedures

Lost and Found items found will be taken to the Rec Center Control Desk. These items will be taken to the University Police office (MS 1.02.04) on the first day of each month.

Bulletin Boards Please obtain approval from the Administrative Secretary at the Rec Center Control Desk prior to posting on Rec Center bulletin boards.

Impromptu Tours are available for individual and groups during facility hours.