Policies 

The following rules and regulations have been established to provide a safe, well-maintained, comfortable and socially acceptable environment. Use of the recreational facilities is considered a privilege. Acceptable rules of conduct must be observed at all times. Failure to adequately abide by these policies may result in the loss of use privileges and/or additional disciplinary actions. The following policies apply to all facilities:

General Facility Rules  

• A parent or guardian must accompany and supervise children under 16 years of age at all times.
• Alcohol, smoking, and tobacco products are prohibited.
• Illegal weapons are prohibited.
• Appropriate athletic footwear is required when exercising.
• Drinks in closed, re-sealable plastic containers are allowed.  Glass containers are not allowed. All other drinks and food are confined to lounge areas.
• Bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, and roller skates are prohibited. Bike racks are provided.
• Animals are not allowed (except guide/aid animals).
• Signs may not be posted without prior approval. All postings must be placed on general use boards.
• Participants are responsible for any damages to the facilities and proper disposal of trash.
• Do not move any equipment without prior approval.  If approval has been given, all moved equipment must be returned to its original location.
• The use of all digital cameras, camcorders, cell phones and other electrical devices capable of producing an image are prohibited in all locker rooms, restrooms and saunas.
• Participants are expected to exhibit proper conduct and respect the rights of others. Individuals who engage in unacceptable, unsafe or irresponsible behavior may have their access to the facilities revoked, modified and/or subjected to further university disciplinary action.
• Participation in Recreation and Wellness activities is at one's own risk.
  

Dependent Child and Young Adult Policies

• Dependent members and guests under 16 years of age must enter the facility with an adult/guardian.
• An adult/guardian must remain in the facility while the dependent/minor uses the facility.
• All children must be supervised by an adult/guardian in the same activity area at all times.
• Young children should be within an arm’s length of their adult/guardian in the same area of the facility.
• Members and guests of any age are not permitted to play on fitness equipment and must use equipment as intended by the manufacturer.
  

• Appropriate athletic footwear and a shirt must be worn when exercising.
• Open toed shoes are not permitted when exercising.
• Please wipe down all equipment after use.
• All weights must remain in their designated areas and be returned to their designated racks/posts after use.
• Do not drop weights at any time.
• Weight stations may not be altered in any method inconsistent with their design or intent.
• Safety collars are strongly encouraged. Please use a spotter when necessary.
• Do not lean weights against pillars, equipment or mirrors.
• No profanity.
• Chalk is not permitted.

Locker Room

• Secure all belongings.
• See Member Services to reserve a locker.
• Daily Lockers are available in the Men's and Women's Locker Rooms. Please bring your own lock.
• All locks must be removed after each use.
• If not emptied, staff will remove locks and belongings from Daily Lockers each evening.
• Due to the high demand for lockers, participants not using the facility on a regular basis may be asked to relinquish their locker to accommodate others on the waiting list.<
• The use of all digital cameras, camcorders, cell phones and other electrical devices capable of producing an image are prohibited in all locker rooms, restrooms and saunas.

 Gymnasium  

• Appropriate athletic footwear and a shirt must be worn when exercising.
• No open-toed or hard-soled shoes are allowed on playing surfaces.
• No pulling, tugging or hanging on the rims.
• Only inflatable balls are allowed. No hard balls are allowed.
• Please ask staff for assistance with divider curtains, baskets, or volleyball equipment.
• Do not move any equipment without prior approval from the Recreation and Wellness staff.
• Patrons must abide by all policies set forth by Recreation and Wellness staff. Such policies may include, but are not limited to, regulations regarding equipment that is prohibited due to potential damage to floor and walls, court assignments or appropriate attire.
  

Natatorium  

• No person or groups may use the pool without the presence of a University of Richmond swim coach or approved Weinstein Center  lifeguard.
• Participants must be at least 16 years of age or accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian.
• Participants are encouraged to shower before entering the pool.
• Circle swimming may be required during busy times.
• Children and youth are permitted to participate in activities in deep water, provided they can swim adequately. Individuals of any age who appear to lack adequate swimming skills may be required, by a lifeguard, to pass the following skills test to enter a deep water pool – Swim successfully for 25 yards without stopping, and tread water for one minute.
• If the child can swim, the adult parent/guardian must be at the poolside. If the child cannot swim, the adult parent/guardian must be in the water.
• No running, rough play, shoving or general horseplay allowed.
• No hanging, sitting, tugging or pulling on the lane lines are allowed.
• No floatation devices are allowed unless prior approval is granted by Recreation and Wellness.
• Participants are not allowed to use the diving blocks.
• No diving is allowed in the shallow end of the pool.
• Children not potty trained must wear plastic pants or swim diapers.
• No gum is permitted in the pool area.
• Patrons must abide by all policies set forth by the lifeguards. Such policies may include, but are not limited to, regulations regarding specific lane assignments, pool safety requirements or aquatic equipment usage, and appropriate attire.

Racquetball and Squash Courts  

• Courts are available during Weinstein Center operational hours.
• Courts are for racquetball and squash only.  Courts may not be used for other activities without proper authorization.
• Reservations are made in person or over the phone on the day of the reservation only.  
• One court may be reserved per person.  Reservations are valid for one hour.
• Reservations are honored for a maximum of ten minutes. After this ten-minute grace period, the reservation is lost and anyone may use the court.
• Eye goggles are strongly recommended.
• No hard-soled shoes are allowed.  Shoes designed specifically for court use are recommended.
  

• Do not mark any fields without permission.
• No motor vehicles are allowed on the fields at any time without permission.
• Any structures, such as tents, must be approved prior to the event.
• No stakes or posts may be placed into fields without permission.
• The possession or use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on all outdoor fields.
• Golf practice is not permitted on playing fields.