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Facility Policies and Procedures

The Department of Recreational Sports’ philosophy dictates that no single activity, special event, and/or sport should dominate the use of facilities at the Student Recreation Center. The Texas Tech Student Recreational Center upholds to the University Student Code of Conduct.

The Texas Tech University Department of Recreational Sports 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 that 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. Texas Tech University and its staff are not responsible for injuries including death. Participation in Recreational Sports facilities or programming is voluntary.

General Reminders
• Don't forget your ID card! You cannot be admitted into the facilities without it. Additional identification may be required on request. When you come to the SRC or RAC, please present your valid Tech ID or Rec Center card at the entrance counter. You may check out equipment with your ID card.
• Any shoes which the Rec Center staff deems as leaving marks on the gymnasium floor or racquetball courts will be prohibited from those surfaces. Due to their propensity to leave marks, please avoid jogging shoes or black sole shoes on the gymnasium floor or racquetball courts.
• Only water in non-spilling sport bottles is allowed in the Student Recreation Center. Bottled water is sold at the Equipment Issue for $1.00 per bottle.
• Proper shirts and towels are required when exercising/lifting on any weight/cardio equipment. For your safety, sandals are prohibited on all exercise equipment.
• Tobacco products are strictly prohibited in the Student Recreation Center. Patrons may NOT bring food and/or beverage into the SRC.

Facility Entry Policies and Membership
1. Students: All students who have paid the Rec fee and may use the SRC and Aquatic Center by presenting their Texas Tech ID. Students who have waived or not paid their Rec fee must purchase a pass in the Rec Sports Office, Room 202 Student Rec Center during business hours.
2. Student Spouses: Bring the student’s valid Texas Tech ID card and the spouse’s drivers’ license when purchasing this membership in the Rec Sports Office, Room 202 Student Recreation Center. Student Spouse single use entry ($6.00) with Texas Tech ID at the ID station.
3. Faculty/Staff: Bring proof of Texas Tech employment to the Recreational Sports Office, Room 202 Student Recreation Center to purchase a Rec Center membership. A photo ID will be made in the Recreational Sports Office, which is required upon entry.
4. Faculty/Staff Spouses: Bring the Faculty/Staff Rec Center membership card (or proof of Texas Tech employment) and the spouse’s driver’s license when purchasing this membership in the Recreational Sports Office, Room 202 Student Recreation Center. A photo ID will be made, which is required upon entry. Faculty/ Staff single use entry fee ($6.00) can be done at the entrance stations.
5. Children: Valid membership holders may purchase a membership for each of their children. Children under 17 are allowed in the SRC when the facility is open only when accompanied by an adult member. The SRC provides opportunities for parent and child to recreate together and to encourage sport and fitness development. Children must be under direct supervision, which is defined as parent and child playing together within “reach.” Several area restrictions apply: Children 16 and under are not allowed in the Free Weight Room. Children 12-16 are permitted on cardio equipment and in the Machine Weight Room, the Circuit Room and in Fitness classes only when closely supervised as defined above. Children under 12 are not permitted on cardio equipment, equipment and in the Machine Weight Room, the Circuit Room and in Fitness classes.

• Children Spectators:
  Because of facility safety issues and parental supervision conflicts during exercise, we strongly discourage children spectators during parental fitness activities. The following restrictions apply:
  Children are not permitted in fitness classes or the Free Weight Room as a spectator.
  Children under 11 may not accompany and spectate a parent while the parent is exercising on cardio equipment except cardio machines on the entry level where the child is seated on the bleacher area nearest to the parent.
  Children 12-16 must be seated in close proximity so that parent and child can verbally and visually communicate at all times.
  Children spectators will be allowed during intramural events only with a second adult directly supervising the child in the bleacher or foyer areas on the entry level.
• Children and the Recreational Aquatic Center:
  Please check the specific family hours for the pool. No flotation devices or flotation equipment are allowed for children.
• Children and the Climbing Center:
  All children under age 18 need to have a parent/guardian sign the risk waiver form.
  Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children younger than 13 will be designated as “climber only” and must be accompanied by a belay-certified parent/guardian.Children (under age 17) are only permitted to enter the facilities during family hours and must be accompanied by a member adult at all times. Children under age 17 are assessed the $2.00 single use fee per visit. Children (17 and older) may purchase a spouse membership (supervision is not required). Children (under age 4) are permitted at no charge.

6. Guests: (17 years and older) will be admitted to the student recreation facilities when accompanied by a student, faculty, or staff with a valid Texas Tech ID or Rec Center membership card.
a) Guests must remain with their sponsoring adult when visiting the facility.
b ) Four guests daily may be sponsored by each eligible Rec Center card/TTU Student ID.
c ) All guests 17 and older must present photo ID and register at the ID station. Fee is $6.00 per guest per visit.
d ) All guests 16 and under must register at the ID station. Fee is $2.00 per guest per visit. All child guests must remain with their sponsoring adult when inside the facility.
e ) All facility policies apply to guests (including children).
f ) If an exception to the guest limit is needed, contact the Rec Sports office one day in advance to make special arrangements.
g ) Sponsors assume full responsibility for conduct of guests and any destruction of equipment and/or facilities.
h ) Guests must depart the facility with the sponsoring member.
i ) Guests may not check out equipment.
7. Conferences, Clinics, Short Courses, and Workshops: Persons 17 years and older enrolled in these programs approved by the Recreational Sports Office may be admitted to the student recreation facilities by paying a daily fee or by purchasing a one-week pass in the Recreational Sports Office, Room 202 Student Recreation Center. To be eligible, presentation of a letter from the department head or some means of identification of their enrollment in the program must be shown. Pass holders must present Rec Conference Pass with picture ID.
8. Permit Replacement: Lost or destroyed SRC permits will be replaced through the Recreational Sports Office at a cost of $10.00 per card.
9. Tours: Tours will be available free of charge to visiting individuals and groups. Arrangements should be made through the Recreational Sports Office at least 48 hours in advance.
10. Self-Sponsored Facility Access: Individuals who have a non-valid Texas Tech University ID may “self sponsor” themselves in for $6.00 per visit. This transaction occurs at the ID stations. The ID staff will assist in completion of the form to allow access for “self-sponsored” individuals.
* Memberships are non-transferable.
* Membership is a privilege which may be modified or revoked for cause.
* Memberships may be purchased in the Recreational Sports Office, Room 202 Student Recreation Center, Monday – Friday from 8:00am -5:00pm; Wednesday 8:00am -6:00pm

REMINDERS
* SRC Annual Passes expire on August 31 each year.
* Semester passes expire on Dec. 31st, May 31st, or Aug. 31st.
* Texas Tech University IDs (students) or Recreational Sports membership cards must be presented to gain facility access, to check out recreation equipment, or upon request of any Recreational Sports staff member.
* The Recreational Sports staff reserves the right to ask for additional photo ID at any time.
* Use of Texas Tech IDs or Rec Center membership cards constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions in effect at the time of use. Presence of a Texas Tech University ID card does not guarantee current enrollment.
* Unauthorized use of the Texas Tech University ID card or Rec Center membership card is fraud.
* Report missing or lost cards immediately.
* Replacement charges apply for lost, stolen, or damaged cards, cost is $12.00.
* Enter through the main control desk in all facilities. The use of any other exterior door is prohibited and will activate an alarm system.
* Individuals having special entry needs may request assistance from the attendant.
* Users wishing to gain readmittance while their ID card is being held in the Equipment Issue area or when they run outside must stop at the Equipment Issue for a hand stamp.

Don’t forget your ID card! You cannot be admitted without it. Additional identification may be required for admittance upon request. When you come to the Student Recreation Center or the Recreational Aquatic Center, present your student ID card and/or Rec Center membership card to the person at the ID station. An ID not belonging to the bearer or of a suspicious nature will be immediately confiscated. The bearer and the owner will face disciplinary action.

Activity Area Policies
Multi-Purpose Courts
Multi-purpose areas will be available for different activities (basketball, volleyball, etc.). All participants must wear “athletic, closed-toe” non-marking rubber-soled shoes on the courts. Street shoes are not permitted. Bare feet are not permitted on court floors. Footballs and Frisbees prohibited INSIDE the facility.

During periods of high usage or during intramural competitions, at least one (1) “full-court” basketball game will be permitted. This is at the discretion of the Recreational Sports staff depending on the facility needs and available areas. When court space becomes scarce, “full-court” basketball will be prohibited. The decision to curtail “full-court” basketball will reside in the Center Manager or professional staff. Users may not grab or hold onto/hang onto basketball rims. Damage to the backboard will result.

Racquetball/Handball and Squash Courts
Black racquetballs are not permitted in courts. Rubber-soled, non-marking “athletic” shoes are required for play. All users are strongly recommended to use eye protection during play.

Free Weight Room
All users must wear closed-toe shoes: sandals are prohibited in the Free Weight Room. Children 16 years and under are not permitted in the Free Weight Room at any time. Collars are required for all barbell lifts. Spotters are required for all lifts above the body, squats, and heavy dumbbells. Weights and related equipment may not be rearranged or removed from the Free Weight Room. All free weights, dumbbells, plates, etc., must be returned to their respective racks following use. Failure of a user to return weights may cause a loss of recreational privileges. Shirts must be worn and towels used when using exercise or weight equipment to minimize the transmission of infections. All users must re-rack their weights. Users may not “bang” hand weights or dumbbells together as this damages the weights.

Cardiovascular Equipment
The maximum amount of total cardio reservations is sixty (60) minutes per person per day. The maximum reservation time for any single piece of equipment is forty (40) minutes per person per day. Because of facility safety issues and parental supervision conflicts during exercise, we strongly discourage children spectators during parental fitness activities. The following restrictions apply:
- Children are not permitted in the Free Weight Room as a spectator.
- Children 11 years and younger may not accompany and spectate a parent while the parent is exercising on the lower level of the Rec Center. Parent utilizing machines on the entry level may be accompanied by a child spectator as long as the child is seated in the bleacher area nearest the parent.
- Children 12-16 must be seated in close proximity so that parent and child can verbally and visually communicate at all times.

Circuit Room
The Circuit Room is designated for circuit training only. Individuals are not to do multiple sets on any machine any other time. Children 12 – 16 are permitted in the Circuit Room only when accompanied by their supervising adult. Shirts must be worn and towels used when using equipment.

Machine Weight Room
All users must wear closed-toe shoes: sandals are prohibited on ALL equipment. Children 12 – 16 are permitted in the Machine Weight Room only when accompanied by their supervising adult. Shirts must be worn and towels used when using exercise or weight equipment to minimize the transmission of infections.

Table Tennis and Lounge Area
This area is during all regular facility hours. Users must keep the area clean, and use trash receptacles to dispose of litter. This is the only area where food and beverage may be consumed.

Mat Room
No hard-soled or black-soled shoes are permitted on the mats. Aerobic shoes may be worn while on the mats. Mats may not be moved or rearranged without prior approval by the Department of Recreational Sports.

Saunas
Food and beverage are prohibited in the saunas. Newspapers may be brought into the sauna, but must be removed by the patron when that individual leaves the sauna. Unattended items such as paper, clothing, and towels pose a fire hazard. All users must sit on a towel or wear trunks while in the sauna. Users are cautioned to avoid overexposure or prolonged use of the sauna. Pregnant females, individuals with respiratory, cardiac, or circulatory problems are urged to consult their physician prior to using the sauna. Users may not pour water onto the heating rocks—damage will result.

Equipment and 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. Some cardiovascular equipment is available through advance reservations. Other cardiovascular equipment is on a “drop-in” basis.

Reservation System
1. Eligible participants may reserve racquetball courts or reservable cardiovascular equipment in the Student Recreation Center by calling the Equipment Issue area (742-3352) or by stopping by in person.
2. Reservations may be made same day or one day in advance.
3. Court reservations are limited to one (1) one-hour per person per day. Reservations are for one hour and begin on the hour.
4. Cardiovascular equipment reservations are limited to forty (40) total minutes per day per person. Individuals may reserve equipment in twenty-minute blocks beginning at 6:20 am M – F, 8:20am on Saturdays, and 12:20pm on Sundays.
5. Individuals who neglect to check in at least ten (10) minutes (courts) or five (5) minutes (equipment) of the reserved time will forfeit their remaining reservation.
6. Users unable to keep a reservation can help to better serve all users by calling 742-3352 to cancel.

Drop-in Policy
1. Users should select the available piece of drop-in equipment. Check-ins are not required for drop-in equipment users. If a piece of equipment is in use, users must coordinate the next available time with the current user.
2. The maximum amount of time any user may have any piece of equipment is 60 minutes per day. To allow maximum equipment usage, users should keep breaks to a minimum and finish the workout within the allotted time.

Open Recreation Activity
*Badminton: Friday 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm; Saturday 2:00pm – 9:00 pm.

Basketball: Daily during recreation hours.

*Inline: Tuesday/Thursday 8-11 pm; Friday 6-8 pm; Saturday 12 noon -2pm. Must have at least 6 players to move other users.

Pickleball: Monday through Friday 12:00pm to 1:30 pm. Available upon request (and court availability) on Basketball Court 3.

Racquetball: Daily during recreation hours.

Rappelling: Rentals and workshops available. Requests should be made to the Outdoor Pursuits Center.

Rock Climbing: Check hours posted at the climbing wall.

Sauna: Daily during recreation hours. These dry saunas are located in the main locker rooms.

*Soccer: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday: 6pm-10pm; Fridays 8am-1pm. Must have at least 6 players to move other users.

Volleyball: Daily during recreation hours.

Wallyball: Daily during recreation hours on Racquetball Court 10. Reservations are required.

Weight Training: Daily during recreation hours.

* except during Intramurals or other special events

Equipment Check Out
1. Users must surrender their ID at the Equipment Issue area to check out equipment.
2. Equipment to be used by guests must be checked out by the sponsoring member. University-sponsored guests may check out equipment by surrendering a driver’s license or other photo ID.
3. Users are responsible for equipment they check out. An individual who fails to return checked out equipment or who returns damaged equipment must pay to replace the lost, stolen, or damaged equipment. If a patron plans to transfer equipment to another member, both patrons must report to Equipment Issue to record the switch.
4. Payment for lost, stolen, or damaged equipment may be made at either the Equipment Issue counter or in the Rec Sports Office, Room 202 Student Rec Center. The user’s ID card and/or ID number will be held until restitution is made.
5. Individuals checking out equipment must complete an equipment check-out card at Equipment Issue. The following information must be on the card for it to be complete:
a. Date
b . User’s full name and ID/Social Security number/Driver’s License No.
c. Equipment being checked out
d. User’s signature
Children may NOT check out equipment