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The University Recreation Center is a controlled access facility. Only authorized members, with proper identification, are allowed entry. One must enter and exit through the control desk supervised areas. |
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Responsibility for general supervision of the building, gymnasium courts and other activity areas rests with the staff members and supervisors directly in charge of the activity or area. Students provide primary supervision for the facility and act with the full authority of a full time Campus Recreation staff member. Harassment or disregard of the directions provided by the staff will result in immediate ejection from the facility and may result in additional disciplinary action. |
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Profane or indecent language is prohibited. Such language that is directed at employees or deemed offensive to other members will not be tolerated. |
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Appropriate attire is necessary to gain access to the University Recreation Center. |
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Shirts and athletic shoes are required to be worn in all non-aquatic activity areas. Clothing that has or implies profane, inflammatory or bigoted messages is prohibited. |
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Only closed-toe athletic shoes with non-marking soles are allowed in the activity areas. |
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The possession or use of alcohol, tobacco products or illegal drugs is not permitted in the building. |
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Beverages are permitted in the activity areas if contained in a sealable plastic container. |
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The use of skateboards, roller skates and inline skates is prohibited. Bicycles are not permitted in the building. |
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No animals, except those assisting the disabled, are permitted in the University Recreation Center. |
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Lockers and cubicles are available for securing belongings. Campus Recreation cannot guarantee the security of valuables, book bags or other personal articles. |
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Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests and must remain with their guests at all times when in the facility. |
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Spitting in the common areas or activity areas such as courts, track, etc. is not permitted. |
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For members who are using the University Recreation Center for physical therapy purposes, the Department of Campus Recreation must authorize the presence of the therapist within the facility. |
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The use of the University Recreation Center or other property managed by the Department of Campus Recreation for personal financial gain is prohibited. TCU employees note: "Outside Employment" section of Faculty/Staff Handbook. |
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Entrance Control
The University Recreation Center is a controlled access facility. Only individuals with a current, valid membership will be allowed access to use the Recreation Center.
Each time a member chooses to enter the University Recreation Center they must produce their valid Membership Identification Card. If at anytime an individual does not produce a valid TCU ID, he/she will only be allowed in the facility if they can show another form of photo identification.
The following are exceptions that are allowed to use the facilities: Individual or groups with a facility reservation and Guests who purchase a pass with a primary member or Campus Recreation Approval.
Membership Eligibility
Primary Memberships
Student Membership: All currently enrolled students
Faculty/Staff Membership: Any currently employed Faculty/Staff member (Purchase applies) Alumni Membership: Any former student who has received a degree from TCU (Purchase applies)
Community Membership: Any individual over the age of 18 with no TCU affiliation. (Purchase applies)
Sub Memberships
Spouse/Partner Membership: Any legal spouse/partner as defined by TCU policy. Primary Membership required. (Purchase applies)
Dependent Member: Any individual that is between the ages of 16-24 and residing at primary member residence and under financial responsibility of legal parent or guardian. (Purchase applies)
Child Member: Any biological or adopted individual that is between the ages of 0-15. (Purchase applies)
Conditions of Membership
Membership in the University Recreation Center is a privilege. Anyone not abiding by the rules and regulations of the Center may be removed and membership revoked. Membership fees are not eligible for refunds, either partial or in total. This also includes TCU Faculty/Staff using payroll deduction as their method of payment. There is a $10 replacement fee for a lost Recreation Center issued membership card. TCU Campus Recreation reserves the right to require that a student, patron or user of facilities or services provide written documentation of a physician’s approval/release to exercise or otherwise participate in Campus Recreation activities in the following situations: (1) when in judgment of Campus Recreation, a screening process reveals or identifies risk factors that could be incompatible with the requirements of the personal fitness training program and/or, (2) when a single incident of a serious health problem, issue or concern or repeated incidences of lesser problems or concern requires emergency medical response by the staff.
Guest Passes 
All Guest Passes are to be purchased at the Member Services desk (All day access) or Administrative Office (Week access) . Guests must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid government issued ID. Members can sponsor up to two guests per visit. Guest must remain with sponsoring member at all times. Guests may not bring children.
Cost: $5 per guest (All day access)/$20 per guest (Week access).
Visitors
Because the University Recreation Center is such a visible part of the TCU Campus, many potential students, former students, and community members visit the URC. Visitors who seek to tour or look around the facility must either: Be accompanied on a formal tour given by a Team Leader or be accompanied by a current member.
Family Hours
Family hours are those hours in which children under the age of 16 are permitted in the facility. During the Fall & Spring academic semesters, Family hours begin at 6:00pm Fridays and extend through closing on Sunday. Family hours are also in effect during all operating hours in the summer and during University holidays. (Spring Break, Christmas, etc)
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Supervision of Children
During family hours, the following policies are in effect:
- Children are defined as under the age of 16
- Children must be in direct proximity to their parent or guardian at all times.
(within sight & sound)
- Children must be 13 years of age or older to use the weight or cardio equipment. Children under 13 are not allowed in the weight room or on any cardio equipment.
- Children under the age of 5 may not enter the saunas at any time.
- Children must be under the age of 5 to use the opposite gender locker room/bath room.
- Only URC Adult Members (18 and over) may bring children into the facility. Children must be immediate (biological or adopted) family members of the Adult Member.
- All Children must be registered with a child membership and have their picture attached to a membership card. There will be a $10 dollar annual child membership fee.
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Locker Rental/Renewal
Full size and half lockers are available to secure belongings. Locker rental and payment must be completed in the Campus Recreation office, Suite 124.
Faculty/Staff, Alumni and Community member lockers are available for rental on a monthly, 6 month or annual basis. Student locker rental is available for a monthly or semester (4 month) basis. When a member chooses to rent a locker, one will be assigned in the appropriate locker room area. The member will be given the combination for that locker. Lockers that are not renewed by the renewal date are cleaned out and the combination changed. Any personal belongings left in the locker when it is cleaned out will be stored for approximately six months. Personal belongings that are not claimed by the end of this time period will be donated to charity.
A limited number of “day use only” lockers are available in each locker room at no charge, Patrons must bring their own lock to secure the locker and must empty the locker when they leave the Recreation Center. No personal belongings may remain in the “day use only” locker overnight. Any lock left on a “day use only” locker at the end of the day, will be cut off and the personal belongings removed from the locker.
Campus Recreation cannot guarantee the security of valuables, book bags or other personal articles.
Parking
Community and Alumni members are given a parking tag with the purchase of a membership that will permit parking in the lot on the south side of the building (Bellaire St.) or in the Coliseum lot. On weekends members may park anywhere on campus except in reserved or restricted spots.
Home Football Games
The URC will close for all home SATURDAY football games. The facility will close one hour prior to the scheduled game time.
Attire
Appropriate attire is required in all areas of the URC. This includes:
- Closed toe athletic shoes in all activity areas except the aquatic areas.
- Protective eyewear strongly recommended in racquetball courts.
- Full back shirts in the weight and cardio areas.
- Appropriate swim wear in aquatic areas.
- Shirt and shoes in the lobby.
- Jeans, dress pants, cargo pants or other attire with rivets, buttons or zippers are NOT allowed in the weight or cardio areas to prevent damage or injury to equipment or patrons.
Food, Beverage and Tobacco Use
In order to maintain the cleanliness of the University Recreation Center the following guidelines will be enforced:
- Food is allowed in designated lounge areas only.
- Beverages are permitted in the activity areas only if contained in a re-sealable plastic container.
- Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the facilities.
- Consumption of illegal drugs, alcohol, intoxication, or the appearance/smell of intoxication will be reason for immediate removal from the facility.
- Smoking or tobacco use in any form is prohibited in any area of the facility including the outdoor patio/pool area.
Cell Phone Usage
Due to privacy issues, cell phone use is NOT permitted in the locker rooms or bathrooms. Any misuse of cell phones in any other areas of the facility (specifically camera phones) will result in removal from the facility and revocation of privileges.
Photography/Videography
The intent of this policy is to maintain respect for the rights and privacy of our members and guests by preventing video imaging of members and guests without their consent.
The following must be completed in order to film or take pictures in the University Recreation Center:
- Individuals wishing to take pictures or use a video tape recorder in the University Recreation Center must have approval by the Department of Campus Recreation.
- The approval will be noted on the Daily Team Leader’s Report or with a Media Pass.
- Permission will be granted for video/audio taping of the general facility only; no TCU logo may be included in any picture/footage.
- Members and/or guests involved in individual workouts such as weight lifting, aerobic exercise/dance, swimming, cardiovascular exercise and/or climbing cannot be video taped except as they appear in the background of a facility area. No member may be singled out for videotape purposes without their consent.
- Complaints from members regarding any aspect related to the production of videotape in the University Recreation Center will result in termination of the videotape process and forfeiture of the actual film.
- The Department of Campus Recreation reserves the right to have this videotape removed from all viewing formats should a representative of Campus Recreation determine that the standards of this agreement have not been met.
Solicitation Policy /Building Postings
Anyone wishing to post anything in any area of the building must first have it approved and stamped by the Department of Campus Recreation. Unstamped items or items placed on unpainted surfaces will be immediately removed. Posting is only allowed in specified areas of the University Recreation Center. Items will only be posted by a member of the Campus Recreation staff. Campus Recreation reserves the right to limit the total number of postings for each event.
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Music Selection
The department subscribes to a satellite music service. This allows for continuous uninterrupted music throughout the facility. The music is controlled via music racks located in the Member Services desk. During the normal office hours, music needs can be coordinated with the Campus Recreation staff. After office hours and on weekends, the Team Leader will be responsible for attending to music needs. Customer suggestions and/or complaints should be passed on to the Assistant Director-Facilities. |
Inclement Weather
In the event of a publicly advertised/announced Closure of the University, the URC will open at 10:00 am.
In the event of a publicly advertised/announced delayed opening for the University, the URC will open at the announced time or no later than 10:00 am.
In the event of a publicly advertised/announced early closing the Rec Center will adjust operating hours based on weather.
Recreational Area Policies
Weight Room & Cardio Bridge
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Closed toes athletic shoes required.
- Shirts with full backs are required.
- No denim shorts or pants are allowed in the weight room.*
- Please wipe down equipment, benches and cardiovascular machines after use.
- All equipment must be returned to its proper location after use.
- No food allowed. Resealable beverage containers only.
- All equipment must remain in the Weight Room.
- Please do not leave personal items unattended. Please store in proper location.
- Spotters are strongly recommended for all lifters.
- Any unsafe conditions or damaged equipment should be reported to the Campus Recreation staff.
- Do not lean weights or bars of any kind against the walls, pillars, equipment or mirrors.
- Collars should be used with all bars in the free weight area.
- Loading additional weights onto the weight stack machines is unsafe and prohibited.
- Personal Training is to be conducted by Campus Recreation Staff only.
- No Children under 13 are permitted in the Weight Room or on Cardio equipment.
- No Children under the age of 16 are allowed in the weight room except during family hours.
- Children, 13-16, must have direct PARENTAL SUPEVISION.
*Proper Attire: Athletic clothing including sports shorts, sweats or other workout attire must be worn. No street clothes (jeans, shorts with belt loops/pockets, etc.) will be allowed. Partial shirts, altered tank tops, mesh tops or torn shirts may not be allowed. Street shoes, sandals, flip-flops, open toed shoes are prohibited.
Indoor Track
- The indoor track is for runners, joggers, walkers and pushers only.
- Appropriate athletic shoes must be worn. Spikes, turf shoes and cleats are prohibited.
- Walkers must use the outside lane. Faster members must use inside lanes.
- Counter-clockwise running only.
- Stretching areas are located at each of the corners of the track. Do not use walls or railings as stretching aids.
Multi-Purpose Rooms
- No food allowed. Resealable beverage containers only.
- All equipment must remain in room and must be returned to proper location.
- Appropriate athletic footwear must be worn at all times.
- Personal belongings must be kept in cubicles or stored in the locker rooms.
Gymnasium
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Appropriate athletic footwear required.
- No spitting.
- Do not hang on the rim.
- No food allowed. Resealable beverage containers only.
- Disassembling or moving equipment that has been set up is not allowed. Contact Member Services for assistance in moving equipment.
- Violation of any gymnasium court rule may result in immediate ejection from the facility.
- There is no free shooting permitted on the courts during open recreation or intramural games.
Racquetball/Squash Courts
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Protective eyewear is strongly recommended.
- Use a racquet equipped with a wrist cord.
- Appropriate athletic footwear must be worn at all times. Any shoe that marks or damages the floor is not permitted.
*Avoid striking the court walls with racquet. Members must refrain from deliberate abuse of courts. Deliberately striking the walls, floors etc. will result in loss of court privileges.
Game Room
- Shoes must be worn. No bare feet.
- Television programming is on a first come, first served basis. The television may not display programs that may be offensive.
- Do not sit on any table games.
- All games equipment must be checked out at the Member Services Desk.
Climbing Wall
- No unauthorized climbing.
- Never climb alone! Harnesses are required and a staff member must be present. Climbers must be roped and on belay at all times, except when bouldering.
- Never boulder on an occupied route.
- Belayers must use a harness and belay device at all times.
- Climbing shoes are required. Boot or dress shoes are prohibited. Barefoot climbing is not allowed.
- Climbers must display appropriate climbing wall pass (available for purchase).
- Loose chalk is not permitted.
- No one under the age of 18 may participate without signed parental consent. No one under 16 without parental consent and direct adult supervision.
- Before belaying, you must pass the appropriate belay test.
- Lead climbing will be allowed only during specified times.
- Campus Recreation reserves the right to reject equipment deemed unsafe (items not under the direct care of Campus Recreation).
- No items are to be placed on the climbing floor. Eating or drinking in the climbing area is prohibited.
- Spectators must stay clear of the belay and climbing areas.
- Anchoring to the floor is recommended while belaying.
- Rings and jewelry must be removed prior to climbing.
- Please report anything hazardous or any problems to the attention of staff members.
- Campus Recreation reserves the right to suspend the privileges of anyone who refuses to climb in a safe and responsible manner concurrent with the procedures and policies stated above.
Natatorium – Lap Pool & Dive Well
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Participants may not enter the pool until a lifeguard is present.
- Obey all directions from lifeguards
- Proper swimming attire must be worn in the pool.
- Starting blocks are not for recreational use.
- Diving Boards and Diving platform are not for recreational use.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 4’0” must have an adult in the water, within arms reach of them.
- No glass of any kind is permitted in the natatorium area.
- Alcohol and Tobacco products are prohibited
- No running on the pool deck
- No horse play
- Changing rooms or locker rooms must be utilized to change into swim attire.
- Food and drink only in approved areas
- Flotation devices such as rafts or other inflatable toys are only allowed when the pool is not crowded.
- Lane lines will be used as a safety line only in case of emergency. Please do not hang on the lane lines at any other time.
- No diving, stunts, slips or back dives in the pools.
- No diaper changing on the deck. Family bathrooms are provided.
Outdoor Pool
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Participants may not enter the pool until a lifeguard is present.
- Obey all directions from lifeguards.
- Proper swimming attire must be worn in the pool.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 4’0” must have an adult in the water, within arms reach, of them.
- No glass of any kind permitted.
- Alcohol and Tobacco products are not permitted.
- No running on the pool deck
- No horse play
- Changing rooms or locker rooms must be utilized to change into pool attire.
- Food and drink only in approved areas.
- Flotation devices such as rafts or other inflatable toys are allowed when the pool is not crowded.
- Lane lines will be used as a safety line only in case of emergency. Please do not hang on the lane lines at any other time.
- No diving, stunts, slips or back dives in pool.
- No diaper changing on the deck. Family bathrooms are provided.
Locker Rooms
- TCU is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Locker Room closes at the scheduled building closing times.
- Please do not bring valuables into locker room.
- Please close all lockers when finished.
- For the safety and consideration of others, please dry off in the shower area of the locker room.
- Children age 5 and above must use gender appropriate locker room or family changing area on pool deck. Children age 4 and under will be allowed in either Locker Room.
Sauna
- Caution: The following individuals should not use the sauna: those with heart disease, diabetes, high or low bloodpressure, circulatory or respiratory problems, seizures, epilepsy, pregnant women, those who are using prescribed or illegal drugs or under the influence of alcohol.
- Shower before entering the sauna.
- Swimwear/towel must be worn in the sauna.
- Please observe the 30 minute time limit.
- Allow yourself at least 5 minutes after exercising to cool down before entering the sauna.
- Strenuous exercise is prohibited in the sauna.
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Children between the ages of 6 and 16 must be accompanied by an adult in the sauna at all times. Children age 5 and under are not permitted in the sauna.
Intramural Fields & Sand Volleyball Courts
- During free play there must be at least 50% TCU students or Rec Center members presnet for the group to use the facility space.
Facility Reservation Policies
General Room/Gym Reservations
- Group or individual should obtain a Facility Reservation Request from the Department of Campus Recreation.
- Group or individual should submit the Facility Reservation Request form at least 14 days in advance.
- Group will need to have one representative only making all of the arrangements for the facility reservation.
- Group or individual will receive a response from the Assistant Director - Facilities to discuss the reservation request including any estimate in cost of event. Depending on area requested other Assistant Directors will be included in Facility Request.
- The Assistant Director – Facilities may require a formal interview to discuss the event.
- Notice of cancellation or changes must be given to the Assistant Director – Facilities 24 hours prior to the event. Fines may occur.
- The Department of Campus Recreation reserves the right to re-assign or cancel any request for space due to unforeseen circumstances.
Reservation Room/Gym Usage
- All events must complete the use of their room by the ending event time.
- Furniture is to remain in the room as set-up. The University Recreation Center staff must approve movement of furniture from room to room.
- All rooms used for the event are expected to be left in the same orderly condition in which they were found.
- Any event may submit a room setup diagram to Assistant Director – Facilities one-week prior to the event. The diagram will be accommodated to the best of our ability.
- At the time of the event, concerns or questions about set-up, may be directed to the Member Services Desk.
- Since many events may be within the building at the same time, noise is to be kept at a minimum. No group will be permitted to disturb scheduled programs. Singing, playing music, or talking which may disturb another group should be scheduled in advance with the Assistant Director – Facilities to avoid conflicts.
- Any rooms or furnishings that are damaged will be billed on a cost basis to the organization responsible for causing the damage.
Racquetball Court Reservations
- Reservations will be made by contacting the Member Services desk.
- Reservations may be made 24 hours in advance and must be at least one hour prior to reservation.
- Court reservations may be made for racquetball, wallyball, and squash. If a reservation for squash or wallyball is made, all time for transition is included in your reserved time.
- An individual may make only one reservation per day.
- Members must confirm their reservation by checking in at the Member Services when they arrive to play.
- Reservations may be made for a maximum of 60 minutes. Court reservations will be available on the hour & half hour.
- Reserved courts must be claimed within five minutes. Courts not claimed within the five minute time period become open courts.
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