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Recreational Services

General Facility Policies and Rules

Entry 
  • The main corridor is the only point of entry for patrons 
  • Use of any other exterior door without permission is prohibited and will result in loss of privilege and/or fees 
  • All exterior doors are linked to security alarms 
  • A valid Rocket Card, Recreational Services key tag, Fusion Go App with paired photo is required to gain access to all Recreational Services facilities
  • A valid Rocket Card, Recreational Services key tag, Fusion Go App with paired photo is required to gain access to all Recreational Services facilities 
  • Individuals attempting to gain entry into the facility with an ID or key tag that is not their own will have the ID or key tag confiscated and all parties involved will lose access to all UT Recreational Services facilities, programs and services until meeting with a UTREC professional and a $25 violation fee is paid in order to have privileges re-instated
  • Current students and members are permitted access to UTREC facilities twice per semester using an alternative photo ID, if their Rocket Card or key tag is forgotten 
  • Students, faculty and staff who have a Rocket Card that is unreadable, has an unclear photo or is lost must have the card replaced at The University of Toledo Rocket Card office 
  • UToledo Recreational Services members who have lost their key tag or who have a key tag that is unreadable must have their key tag replaced at the UT Recreational Services main office at the Student Recreation Center or Morse Fitness Center for a $5 replacement fee 
  • UToledo Recreational Services staff reserves the right to ask for additional identification at any time and individuals unable to verify their identity to the satisfaction of UToledo Recreational Services staff will be denied entry 
  • Minors under the age of 18 are permitted daily until 9:00 pm excluding minors accompanied by accompanied by an adult or any currently enrolled University of Toledo students 
Guest Entry 
  • All guests may purchase a membership. No Guest Passes are sold 
  • Individuals 18 years of age or older must present a Driver’s License or State ID and sign a waiver  
  • Minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver 
  • All SRC members can go to www.guestparking.utoledo.edu to register for a member parking pass and park in lot 18 
  • All SRC members may park in the metered parking spaces on the east side of the building 
  • UToledo Recreational Services is not responsible for any parking fines that may be incurred 
Spectators 
  • Non-members entering the Student Recreation Center, Morse Fitness Center or Health Education Center with the sole purpose of spectating and not participating in any rental, reservation, or informal recreation, will be allowed to enter the facility without purchasing a membership with the prior approval of UToledo REC professional staff 
  • All spectators must wear the provided purple wristband at all times 
  • All spectators may not use facility equipment, track or any other areas 
  • Individuals 18 years of age or older must present a valid Driver’s License or State ID 
  • Minor spectators under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an individual 18 years of age or older 
  • Spectators must abide by all UToledo Recreational Services policies and procedures at all times or be subject to immediate removal from the facility. 
Attire 
  • Shoes must be worn in all areas of the facility except the locker rooms and pool deck, but any shoes that mark or damage floors are prohibited 
  • Exercise attire must cover the lower back, front and sides of the torso to help prevent the spread of skin infections 
  • Shorts must be long enough to cover the buttocks and groin area while exercising 
  • Appropriate attire is required in all areas at all times  
  • Any member wearing attire deemed inappropriate by UToledo Recreational Services staff will be asked to change or leave the facility immediately 
Marketing 
  • All promotional items must be dropped off in the main office at the Student Recreation Center for Marketing to hang up 
  • Any promotional items hung up without submitting to Marketing will be removed 
  • Please only bring 1-2 copies of your promotion.  No more than 2 items will be posted per event/organization 
  • Flyers are not to be and will not be posted inside the facility 
  • Signs will only be posted in the main entrance area 
Student Recreation Center Parking 
  • All community members utilizing the Student Recreation Center (SRC) may purchase an annual or semester parking pass for Lot 18 in main office of UToledo Recreational Services 
  • Short term parking options are available for purchase with program registration or short term membership passes 
  • All staff, faculty and student members must purchase a parking permit with The University of Toledo Parking Services Office in the Transportation Center 
  • Handicapped parking spaces are located adjacent to the SRC on the east side, misuse of a handicapped parking placard may result in a fine 
  • Motorcycles must be parked in a designated space, parking on sidewalks is prohibited 
  • The metered parking spaces are for members or individuals making a brief visit to the facility to conduct business 
  • All metered and handicapped parking spaces are ticketed 24/7, 365 days a year 
  • Parking areas may be closed due to collegiate athletics events 
Lockers 
  • UToledo Recreational Services, Division of Student Affairs and The University of Toledo are not responsible for lost, stolen or misplaced property 
  • All areas of the SRC, Morse and HEC, including the locker rooms, are for use at the risk of the member 
  • All personal belongings and bags should be kept off the floors, chairs, benches and equipment 
  • Items should be stored in lockers or cubbies 
  • UToledo Recreational Services recommends that members always use a lock to protect valuables 
  • Coin locker (25 cent) are available in both men’s and women’s locker rooms 
  • Wallet lockers (5 cent) are available in the SRC just outside the entry to the women’s locker room, complimentary nickels are available at the Service desk 
  • Locks may be checked out with a photo ID, Rocket Card or key tag at the SRC and Morse Service desks 
  • Locks are for sale in the main offices of the Student Recreation Center and Morse Fitness Center 
  • Lockers may not be used overnight, locks and contents not removed at the close of each day are confiscated 
  • Items not claimed after 30 days will be discarded or donated to charity 
  • All valuable items will be turned over to The University  of Toledo police department within 7 days 
  • A limited number of lockers are available for semester or annual rental  
  • Co-ed use of locker room facilities is limited to parent/guardian supervised children who are 5 years old or younger 
  • Children age 6 and over must use the locker room of their gender or use the private locker room located on the pool observation deck with a parent/guardian 
  • All members are permitted to use the private locker located on the pool observation deck as necessary 
  • Photography of any form is not permitted in the locker rooms 
Equipment Check-Out 
  • Members may check out athletic equipment at the Service Center with their photo ID, Rocket Card or key tag 
  • Members assume full responsibility for the equipment until it is checked back in 
  • Members who lose or damage equipment will be suspended from all UTREC facilities until the equipment is returned or a replacement fee is paid 
Reasonable Accommodations 
  • Any Recreational Services member who needs special accommodations may check in at the main office or may call 419.530.3700 prior to their visit 
Photo Pass Policy 
  • Photography of any kind (including cell phone and video cameras) is strictly prohibited unless prior permission is granted 
  • Members who wish to take photos or video must check in at the main office to be informed of the photo privacy policies 
  • In exchange for a photo ID, the member will be issued a photo pass, which must be clearly displayed at all times during the visit 
Facility Rentals and Reservations 
  • Recreational Services encourages student organizations and departments, community organizations and individuals to consider reserving space or renting any of the premier recreational facilities at The University of Toledo click here for more detailed rental information 
Personal Training 
  • Only those employed and trained by The University of Toledo are permitted to personal train in any Recreational Services facilities 
  • Any member suspected to be personal training that is not employed by The University of Toledo will have their privileges suspended 
  • Personal Training is defined as meeting any or all of the following criteria: 
  • Providing direct instruction to an individual or small group 
  • Frequent meetings 
  • Payment of any form 
  • A legal liability arises for UToledo Recreational Services if we are aware of outside personal trainers working in our facilities, profiting from the use of State Property without consent is illegal and outside personal training is in direct competition with the personal training service of the Office of Recreational Services 
Check Policy 
  • Checks will not be accepted from individuals who have ever had a returned check from any University of Toledo office 
  • UToledo Recreational Services reserves the right to ask for additional photo ID when accepting a check 
  • UToledo Recreational Services staff reserves the right to call the institution supporting a check to verify available funds before depositing 
  • All checks should be made out to The University of Toledo 
Refund Policy 
  • If a class or program is cancelled or rescheduled by UToledo Recreational Services, registrants will receive a credit toward the same class or program held at a future date or a full refund 
  • If a registrant drops a class or program at least five days before the class or program begins, she/he may receive a credit for another class 
  • If a registrant drops a class or program with LESS than five-days’ notice, no credit or refund or make-up sessions will be provided 
  • Refunds will not be made for any memberships including annual, semester, 1, 7 or 30 day short-term passes 
Code of Conduct 
  • Rules and policies are posted and published for distribution to our members 
  • The authority to enforce these policies is vested in the Office of Recreational Services staff 
  • Violation of rules or posted policies, malicious use or defection of UToledo property, solicitation, verbal/physical abuse of others, sexual harassment, discriminatory behavior or any violation of University policy will be investigated 
  • Sanctions such as legal action, fines, restitution, temporary loss of privilege, revocation or restriction of membership, or referral of students to the University Student Conduct Office may be imposed 
  • UToledo Recreational Services staff has the authority to prohibit access to any individual suspected (odor, behavior, appearance, etc.) to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol 
  • All University of Toledo Student Code of Conduct policies and processes will be enforced 
Age 12 and under 
  • An adult member must always accompany the minor to the facility and supervise the minor for the duration of the visit 
  • The adult member must supervise the minor at all times and assumes all responsibility 
  • Supervision is defined by actively engaged, easily accessible and within reach of the minor 
  • Minors are prohibited access to and use of the exercise machines, free weight area, spa and sauna 
  • Strollers or baby carriers are not permitted on the track level or in any other activity area with the exception of the basketball courts and pool deck 
  • Parent/guardian with a valid State photo ID must be present to sign a waiver which will be valid for one year 
  • Guest passes are not sold. Must have a membership 
Age 13 - 17 Years 
  • Minors age 13 - 17 may use the exercise machines, free weight area, spa and sauna as well as all other areas of the facility 
  • Guardian with a valid State photo ID must be present to sign a waiver which will be valid for one year 
  • Minors age 16 - 17 must have a valid State photo ID in order to gain entry as a guest or key tag in order to gain entry as a member 
General Aquatics Center Regulations 
  • The aquatics center may only be used when two lifeguards are on duty 
  • It is highly recommended to shower before entering pools or spa 
  • Lifeguards and UTREC staff have the authority to enforce all pool rules.  Patrons who repeatedly violate the rules or reasonable requests of staff may be ejected from the facility 
  • Organized groups must follow our group use policies, and must be directly supervised by chaperones 
  • All groups must schedule their visits in advance 
  • Patrons must walk on the deck; no running/skipping/power walking 
  • Only sandals or bare feet are allowed on the pool deck 
  • Food or gum is prohibited at all times on the pool deck 
  • Drinks brought into the pool deck and patio area must be in a spill proof plastic or metal container 
  • The aquatics center may not be used for private or commercial purposes without reservation 
  • Examples of prohibited activity include, but are not limited to: organized athletic team or individual practices, personal training, private instruction, sales, solicitation, etc. 
  • Patrons with open sores, skin irritation, rashes, or casts are asked to refrain from using the pools and spa 
  • No underwater distance swimming or extended breath holding activities are permitted for longer than 15 seconds unless included in competitive swim under the direct supervision of coaching staff 
  • Horseplay or any behavior deemed unsafe will not be tolerated. Running, dunking, pushing, water fighting, chicken fight, splashing, spitting water etc. are prohibited 
  • No diving (sitting, kneeling, or standing) from the sides in the Main or Leisure pools 
  • Diving is permitted off the side of pools at 9 feet or more, unless main pool lanes 1-8 are being used during a competitive swim practice and under the supervision of a certified coach 
  • The parent/guardian/chaperone must be within an arm’s reach when in the water with a child 7 years of age and under or who is using a flotation device 
  • Lifeguards have discretionary authority to require a parent to be in the water with the child over 7 years of age whom they judge to be a weak swimmer 
  • 12 and younger are not permitted to use the high dive (3 meter board) 
  • One parent/sponsor can only be responsible for no more than 3 non-swimmers 
Attire 
  • Only clean swim attire, designed for pool use may be worn in the pools and spa 
  • A clean T-shirt may be worn over swim attire 
  • Athletic shorts, spandex and undergarments are examples of inappropriate swim attire 
  • All swim attire must have appropriate coverage 
  • When using the pool, children in diapers must wear protective plastic pants with secure leg closure or swim diapers 
Equipment 
  • Personal water toys, water wings, life jackets and rafts may NOT be brought into the pools 
  • UToledo Recreational Services provides Coast Guard approved life jackets for member use 
  • Participants are welcome to bring in and use personal use items including goggles, mask and snorkel, swim caps and pull buoys 
  • All toys and equipment must be used in their intended way (i.e. don’t use the kick boards as surf boards or pull buoys as water wings) 
  • Use of the starting blocks is prohibited except for competitive swim practice or meets and age and ability specific Learn to Swim classes offered by The University of Toledo 
Competition Pool 
  • Lap lanes can only be used by those 13 years old and over, or children who have passed a department required swimming test and is wearing a red wrist band 
  • Lap lanes are reserved for individuals swimming laps, during busy times lap swimmers are required to share lanes (circle swim) 
  • The back three lanes may be used for lap swimming during scheduled times 
  • Do not hang or pull on lane lines 
Dive Well 
  • No back flips, back dives or backward jumps are permitted by recreational swimmers during open swim 
  • Diving well, 1 meter boards and platform can only be used by those age 13 and up and children who have passed the swimming test and are wearing a red wrist band 
  • The 3 Meter (high dive) board can only be used for competitive dive practices and competitions under the supervision of a certified coach 
  • The 3 meter board is not available for open swim, shared rentals or exclusive rentals 
  • When using the diving boards, exit from the ladder closest to the diving board 
  • Only one person on the board and steps of the 1 meter boards at a time 
  • Users may only bounce or spring once per jump/dive 
  • Running on the boards is prohibited 
  • When the diving boards are in use, diving off the side is prohibited 
  • Wearing goggles is not permitted while using the diving boards 
Leisure Pool 
  • No standing/walking/climbing on the retaining walls or island 
  • Jumping into bubble bench area or whirl pool area is prohibited 
  • No diving or head first entries from the side 
  • Water slide can only be used by those over 48” tall (4 feet) 
  • Lifeguards have the ability to prohibit weak swimmers from using the slide, no matter their height 
  • When going down the water slide, patrons must go feet first, sitting in either an upright position or lying flat on their back (NO STOMACH DOWN) 
  • Keep patrons away from the mouth of the slide while the slide is on and in use 
  • Goggles and life jackets are not permitted on the slide 
Sauna 
  • Recommended maximum total duration is 10 minutes as excessive exposure can be harmful 
  • Pregnant women, elderly persons and/or persons with medical problems should not enter the sauna without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor 
  • Children under 13 years of age are prohibited from using the sauna 
  • It is recommended that participants remove all jewelry before using the sauna 
  • Under no circumstances should users wear excess clothing such as a sweat suit, long pants, long sleeve shirts, shoes or a rubberized suit while in the sauna 
  • Users are recommend to bring and sit on a towel 
  • Exercising in the sauna is prohibited 
  • Tampering with the thermostat or heating mechanism is not permitted. Please inform a lifeguard if thermostat is not working properly 
  • Sauna is dry sauna, pouring water or any other liquid over the heating element is strictly prohibited 
  • Liquids, food, gum, essential oils and supplements are not permitted 
  • No shoes in the sauna 
Spa 
  • Pregnant women, elderly persons and/or persons with medical problems should not enter the spa without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor 
  • Avoid food or alcoholic beverages prior to using the spa 
  • Children under 13 years of age are prohibited from using the spa or sitting on the spa steps 
Gym Courts  
  • All personal belongings and bags should be kept off the floors 
  • Items can be stored in lockers or cubbies 
  • Slapping the backboards and hanging on rims or nets are prohibited 
  • The courts may be used for designated activities and use of projectiles such as footballs and baseballs are restricted to the auxiliary gym 
  • Use of courts is limited to 45 minutes when others are waiting 
  • Check out equipment on the lower level is available with a photo ID 
  • Court 4 is dedicated to volleyball and half of court 5 is dedicated to badminton at all times unless otherwise scheduled by UT Recreational Services programs 
  • Individuals using courts 4 or 5 for other activities will be required to move to another court or activity area if volleyball or badminton play begins 
Group Exercise Rooms 
  • Scheduled UTREC programing has priority use for Fitness Studio, Cycling Room and Willow Room 
  • These spaces are reserved for UTREC programming only and are available for rental by outside or student groups 
  • Proper athletic footwear is required at all times while using these rooms 
  • Any shoe that marks or mars the floor is prohibited 
  • Bare feet will be allowed for martial arts and mind-body activities, but shoes must be worn to and from the group exercise rooms 
  • Participants should clean exercise mats before and after use 
  • Weapons are strictly prohibited (unless used as part of a scheduled UT Recreational Services program such as marital arts, fencing etc.) 
  • DO NOT place tape on the floors or walls 
  • The Fitness Studio, Cycling Studio and Willow Room use is restricted to adults only, unless the program is design specifically for a younger age group 
Meeting Rooms 
  • Five meeting rooms are available in the UToledo Recreational Services 
  • The rooms suit a variety of group sizes and functions 
  • Rooms may be reserved for exclusive use or as part of a shared rental 
  • Food/drink is permitted in reserved meeting rooms and pool observation deck 
  • DO NOT place tape on the floors or walls 
Auxiliary Gym  
  • Scheduled Office of Recreational Services functions have priority use 
  • If a group wants to use the auxiliary gym and another group is using it, they must inform the Building Supervisor that they want to use the space 
  • Building Supervisor will allow the existing group another 45 minutes on the court, at which time the requesting group will be allowed to use the space 
  • All gym court policies apply to this area 
  • DO NOT place tape on the floors or walls 
Track  
  • Shoes must be worn on the track, no spikes are allowed 
  • Running direction is patterned to help reduce leg stress associated with running tight turns 
  • Do not spit on the floors, walls, or in the water fountains 
  • Bicycles, skates or any other form of transportation is not permitted 
  • Children under 13 years of age are prohibited unless with their parents 
  • DO NOT place tape on the floors or walls 
  • Strollers or baby carriers are not permitted on the track level or in any other activity area with the exception of the basketball courts and pool deck 
Weight and Cardio Areas 
  • Weight gloves only are permitted, no chalk 
  • The machines and weights should be used with care. Dropping plates, dumbbells or weight stacks can cause injury and damage, and are not permitted 
  • Users must adhere to posted user guides on machines and equipment 
  • Patrons are responsible for wiping down the equipment before and after use 
  • Patrons must return weight plates and other accessories to their proper location after use 
  • Patrons must keep personal belongings in a locker in the locker room or in provided cubby spaces 
  • UToledo Recreational Services is not responsible for lost or stolen items 
  • All fans are to be operated by UToledo Recreational Services staff 
  • Members may request that fans be turned on or off or have direction changed, but should not do it themselves 
  • Members may only use personal listening devices such as headphones (speakers are prohibited) and the volume must be at a respectable volume 
Racquetball Courts 
  • Safety goggles are highly recommended 
  • Racquetball racquets are required to have bumper guards and wrist ropes/strap 
  • Athletic shoes are required. Any athletic shoe that marks the floor is prohibited 
  • Racquetballs may be purchased in the UToledo Recreational Services office 
  • Racquets are available for check out at the Service Center with an ID 
  • Children under 13 years of age are prohibited unless playing with their parent 
Table Tennis 
  • A table tennis table can be set up by UToledo Recreational Services staff in a racquetball court for informal recreation 
  • Additional tables may be available for special requests 
  • Entrance to the patio is through the pool area only unless entrance through the patio gate has been arranged for a special event 
  • Members must remove shoes before crossing the pool deck to and from the patio 
  • Glass containers, use of tobacco, and alcohol beverages are strictly prohibited 
  • The area is open April through the end of October, weather permitting 
  • Scheduled Office of Recreational Services programs take priority 
  • Patrons are required to remove sand and grass from their clothing and bodies before crossing the pool deck to return to the locker areas 
  • Sand volleyballs must be checked out at the Service Center 
  • Food is prohibited except during approved rental functions 
Patio and Sand Volleyball Courts 
  • Entrance to the patio is through the pool area only unless entrance through the patio gate has been arranged for a special event 
  • Members must remove shoes before crossing the pool deck to and from the patio 
  • Glass containers, use of tobacco, and alcohol beverages are strictly prohibited 
  • The area is open April through the end of October, weather permitting 
  • Scheduled Recreational Services programs take priority 
  • Patrons are required to remove sand and grass from their clothing and bodies before crossing the pool deck to return to the locker areas 
  • Sand volleyballs must be checked out at the Service Center 
  • Food is prohibited except during approved rental functions 
Climb Wall 
Climb Wall Rules 
  • UToledo Recreational Services climbing staff must be present in order for members to climb or be in the climbing area 
  • All participants must read and understand the climbing rules 
  • All participants are required to sign a policies and waiver form before being allowed to climb 
  • All personal belongings and bags should be kept off the floors 
  • Items can be stored in lockers or cubbies 
  • A maximum of 6 people can be on the wall at a time 
  • Members cannot climb above yellow line unless they are wearing a harness and are properly tied in and belayed by either a UToledo Recreational Services Climb Wall Specialist or by a person who holds a current UToledo Recreational Services climb card 
  • Climbing commands must always be used when top roping 
Bouldering 
  • When bouldering at the UToledo Recreational Services the person’s waist must stay below the yellow line 
  • Bouldering can be done by anyone age 5 or over, and no climb card is required 
Top Roping 
  • When top roping climbers must be belayed by either a UToledo Recreational Services Climb Wall Specialist or by a person who holds a current UT Recreational Services climb card 
  • Quick descents or swinging from the rope will not be permitted 
  • Proper belay techniques and commands must be used at all times 
  • Climbers are required to use the UToledo Recreational Services  equipment such as: Ropes, Carabiners, and Belay Devices 
  • Only one climber per rope 
  • Never use lead climbing anchor as hold 
  • Tie belay ropes to looped anchor rope when not in use 
  • Top roping ropes must be tied to the daisy chains when not in use 
Attire 
  • Climbers must wear clean athletic shoes, running shoes or climbing shoes 
  • Boots, sandals, hard-soled shoes or bare feet are not permitted 
  • All hand jewelry or long necklaces must be removed. Hair must be tied back when necessary 
  • All pockets must be free of items (e.g., coins, keys, knives, cell phones, etc.) 
  • No hats are permitted 
Equipment 
  • Climbers with climb cards who are attempting to top rope must use Rec Center carabiners and belay devices 
  • Climber using their own chalk bags must also use their own chalk 
  • UTREC Center provides harnesses for climbers wishing to top rope 
  • Personal harnesses are permitted but must pass inspection from the climb wall supervisor on duty. 
  • Supervisors look for the following when inspecting personal harnesses: 
  • Manufactured less than 10 years ago 
  • Bend the belt in an inverted "U." Watch for frayed edges, broken fibers, pulled stitches, cuts or chemical damage. 
  • Check D-rings and D-ring metal wear pads for distortion, cracks, breaks, and rough or sharp edges. 
  • The D-ring bar should be at a 90 degree angle with the long axis of the belt and should pivot freely 
Minimum Climb/Belay Age 
  • Climbers must be at least 5 years of age and able to fit into a child harness 
  • Please note minors (climbers 17 years of age and younger) must have a parent’s or legal guardian’s signature on all forms 
  • You must be at least 13 years of age to participate in a climb clinic, to hold a climb card, and to use the belay devices 

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Last Updated: 9/16/22