CAMPUS REC. University of Missouri - St. Louis Mark Twain Athletic/Fitness Center (MT) Policies. Mark Twain Center Membership. 2 Adults / 2 Children

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1 CAMPUS REC University of Missouri - St. Louis Mark Twain Athletic/Fitness Center (MT) Policies Purpose The Campus Recreation Department at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) is committed to providing safe and inviting recreation facilities for UMSL students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. Through our quality facilities, members can enjoy the benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle that incorporates a wide variety of sport, fitness, and leisure opportunities. The following policies are established to provide a consistent and equitable foundation for the administration of the Mark Twain Athletic/Fitness Center (MT). Membership Eligibility Current UMSL students, faculty, and staff are automatically members of the of the Mark Twain Center while community members, Express Scripts employees, and UMSL alumni are eligible to purchase a MT recreation membership. Mark Twain Center Membership Membership Fees Membership Type Individual Family 2 Adults / 2 Children Requirements One-Year 6-Month 1-Month One-Year ALUMNI $170 $105 $35 $260 Current Member of UMSL Alumni Association FRIENDS OF ALUMNI $210 $155 $50 $365 Current Associate Member of UMSL Alumni Assoc. EXPRESS SCRIPTS $210 $155 $50 $420 Current employee of Express Scripts COMMUNITY $265 $210 $55 $470 Community member non-affiliated with UMSL No fees; membership is included in student fees. STUDENT Student membership includes student s spouse and children. Currently enrolled UMSL student; full or part-time No fees; membership included with employment. FACULTY/STAFF Fac/staff membership includes employee s spouse and children. Currently employed with UMSL; full or part-time Memberships may be purchased from the Campus Rec Office, 203 Mark Twain, Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM. Fees must be paid in full at the time of application. Payment options include cash or checks. Membership entitles the member entrance to the MT Center, use of it s recreational and fitness facilities, and participation in Campus Recreation intramural activities. Additionallly, members are afforded free towel service and equipment check-out privileges, as well as the opportunity to take advantage of Campus Rec s wellness classes, fitness services, and locker rentals for additional fees. Check our website or inquire at the Campus Rec Office for details. All memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. Membership is a privilege which may be revoked for cause at the discretion of the University. Alumni, Friends of Alumni, Express Scripts & Community UMSL Alumni Association members, Express Scripts employees, and community members may purchase individual MT memberships on a one-year, 6-month, or 1-month basis. One-year family memberships are also available to these individuals. Family memberships include 2 adults and 2 children; specifically defined as one (1) current member, one (1) additional adult member (residing at the same physical address), and two (2) children 18 and younger. Additional children may be added to the membership for an extra charge per each. All individual and family members will be issued a membership card.

2 Students, Faculty & Staff UMSL students, faculty, and staff with valid UMSL ID are allowed to use the facility free of charge. UMSL student and faculty/staff memberships include immediate family members. Spouses and children (13 and older) may gain entry to the facility by presenting their spouse s/parent s UMSL ID along with additional personal identification. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Upon request, the Campus Rec Office will issue individual MT Passes for spouses. Retired UMSL employees who show a valid UMSL Retiree s ID are admitted into the fadility at no cost. Sponsored Guests UMSL student, faculty and staff members with valid UMSL IDs are allowed to sponsor one (1) guest per semester. Sponsored guest must be accompanied by their UMSL sponsor when entering the MT Center. Guest must also show their guest pass and a valid picture ID at the Control Desk. Sponsored guest passes cannot be transferred and must be renewed each semester. Guest passes may be applied for in the Campus Recreation Office. Entrance Policy It is important that we protect the rights of everyone in the UMSL community by assuring that only authorized individuals/ members, with proper identification, are allowed entry. Therefore, Mark Twain is a controlled access facility. Each time a member chooses to access MT they must enter through the the front main entrance (located on the building s east side). At the supervised Control Desk just inside the lobby, one must then produce his/her current, valid UMSL ID or MT Recreation Pass to be allowed access to the building. (An exception would be groups or individuals with a pre-approved facility reservation.) ID s not belonging to the bearer will be confiscated immediately. The MT staff reserves the right to ask for additional identification at any time. By entering the Mark Twain Center, individuals agree: To abide by and comport to all policies and rules of conduct established by UMSL and the Campus Recreation Department. To follow any verbal direction given by any MT staff member to ensure these policies and their implied intent are upheld. That all activities and use of the facilities shall be undertaken at member s risk. Member represents that he/she is physically able to undertake physical activities and the use of the facilities provided by MT and the Curators of the University of Missouri shall not be liable for any claim, demands, injuries, damages, action or causes of action, whatsoever, to member or member s property, arising out of, or connected with the use of any of the services or facilities of MT or the premises where the same are located. Member does hereby expressly further release and discharge MT and the Curators of the University of Missouri from all such claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions or causes of action. Parking All vehicles are required to have a valid current permit to park in the area of the Mark Twain Center. Valid parking permits include current: UMSL STUDENT parking permits UMSL FACULTY/STAFF parking permits UMSL ALUMNI parking permits (issued to all current alumni and friends of alumni members of the UMSL Alumni Association) EXPRESS SCRIPTS MT parking hangtags Special MT limited parking passes will be issued by Campus Recreaton for facility members who do not fall into the above categories. Parking pass expiration dates will coincide with the duration of each of these memberships: Community members Wellness Program participants ( Others category only) Sponsored Guests Campus Recreation Programs Campus Recreation offers members of the Mark Twain Center a wide variety of innovative and engaging recreation programs. Activities range from intramural sports to aerobics, rec treks to wellness training, informal recreation to special events. Our programs embrace individual differences as they serve the varied recreational and fitness needs and interests of our diverse membership. The entire MT membership is invited and encouraged to join us for sports, fitness, adventure and fun! Whatever your interests, availability and skill level may be, Campus Rec has something for you. For program details, check our website or inquire at the Campus Recreation Office, 203 Mark Twain.

3 Intramural Sports Participation in the Campus Recreation Intramural Sports Program is free for all MT members. Men s, women s, and coed competition is offered in such sports as basketball, volleyball, soccer, flag football, floor hockey, ultimate frisbee, bowling, tennis, golf, racquetball, and badminton. Play to win or play for fun. Competitive and non-competitive activities range from leagues and tournaments to one-day special events. Get involved! It s a great opportunity to compete with old friends and make new ones. Most intramural activities require advanced registration. TO ENTER, participants need to stop in at the Campus Rec Office and enter individually or by teams. Visit the Campus Rec website for a complete schedule and description of activities. Wellness Programs Campus Rec Wellness Programs are available to members for additional fees. An expansive variety of classes and services are offered to accommodate our member s personal fitness needs. Programs provide participants an opportunity to develop, grow, and maintain a healthy lifestyle within a fun and friendly atmosphere. Wellness classes are taught by certified instructors and include aerobics, aquatics, martial arts, and spinning. Fitness services consist of individualized personal training, fitness and dietary consultation, and body fat analysis. Visit the Campus Rec website for program schedules, descriptions, and fees. Open Recreation Open Recreation is a recreational outlet for MT members who wish to participate in non-structured forms of play. Why not jog a few laps, play a game of racquetball, or join in some pick-up basketball? Treat yourself to a good workout in the aerobics room, swimming pool, or fitness center. You ll find just about everything going on inside the Mark Twain Building during open recreation hours. Mark Twain General Use Policies Only members and sponsored guests may utilize the facility. Use of the facility is considered a privilege. Individuals not complying with the established policies and rules of conduct may be asked to leave the facility and may have all membership privileges revoked. It is the responsiblity of the user to be aware of the facility s rules and regulations. Acceptable rules of conduct must be observed at all times. Any user of the facility who engages in any disorderly conduct, including verbal or physical abuse of any employee or other user, is subject to immediate removal with loss of building privileges. Most of the activity spaces will open when the building opens and will close 15 minutes before the building closes. Locker rooms will remain open until building closing time. UMSL is not responsible for lost or stolen items. It is strongly recommended that members refrain from bringing valuables to the MT Center. Members are encouraged to store all personal belongings in secured lockers. Appropriate athletic attire, such as t-shirts, shorts, warm-up suits, sweat suits or aerobic clothing, is recommended at all times during recreation. Appropriate athletic footwear is required in all activity areas. Shirts and shoes are required except in locker rooms and the swimming pool. The recreational facilities are available for use on a first-come, first-served basis during open recreation hours, with the exception of the racquetball courts which may be reserved. The use of tobacco is prohibited in the recreation facility. Animals are not allowed in MT, with the exception of guidedogs. Bicycles, skateboards and in-line skates are not allowed in the facility. Bicycle racks are located outside of the building for bicycle parking. All MT facilities should be used for their intended purpose. Modification of equipment or facilities is prohibited. Injuries which occur during recreational activity must be reported immediately to the security guard on duty, and an accidental injury report completed. First aid supplies and ice are available in training room and will be dispensed as needed. MT is a shared athletic, academic, and recreational facility. All activity areas are subject to availability. To confirm specific hours of operation, please check our monthly on-line calendars. The University reserves the right to make appropriate changes to the schedule without prior notice.

4 No individual, organization, or group of people has exclusive use of any part of the facility unless they have written permission from the Campus Recreation Manager or the Athletic Director. Posters and advertisements must be approved by the Campus Rec Office prior to posting in the building. Upon request, a MT Membership Card, UMSL ID, or photo ID must be presented to the requesting MT staff member. Children under the age of 13 must be directly supervised at all times by an adult 18 years of age or older. Main Gymnasium & Balconies All members must wear proper athletic footwear when on the courts. NO barefoot participation is allowed. Black soled shoes, cleats, street shoes, or any shoes suspected of marking or damaging the gym floor are strictly prohibited. Court space is claimed on a first-come, first-served basis. Half-court basketball play is necessary during peak participation times. Hanging on basketball rims or nets is not allowed. No climbing on bleachers. Basketballs, volleyballs, racquets and other sports equipment may be checked out at the MT Control Desk. Fitness Center Appropriate workout attire is required. This includes athletic shoes and clothing. No street clothes allowed. Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. Closed-toe athletic shoes required. Sandals, flip flops, dress shoes and boots are not allowed. In an effort to keep the area free from clutter and protect personal property, personal belongings such as backpacks, gym bags, wallets, etc. may not be placed anywhere in the Fitness Center. Members are encouraged to use daily-use lockers available in the locker rooms or to rent permanent lockers on a semester or annual basis. Personal radios are not allowed unless used with headphones. Lifting chalk is not permitted. No food or drink allowed in the Fitness Center with the exception of bottled water. No profanity or suggestive language will be tolerated. Users must demonstrate courtesy toward others at all times. Time limit is 20 minutes on all cardiovascular equipment when someone is waiting. Circuit strength trainers have the right of way. Members using the strength training equipment/stations for multiple sets should allow circuit trainers to work-through. Members are required to have a towel to wipe down equipment, benches and cardiovascular machines after use. Members are encouraged to review the instructions for the proper usage of each piece of equipment. Report all injuries, incidents, damages, unsafe conditions, and/ or equipment failures to the Campus Rec Office, 203MT. No children under the age of 13 are permitted in the Fitness Center for any reason. Children years of age may use the facility but must have direct adult supervision. Members exercise at their own risk. Individuals are responsible for their own health and safety. MARK TWAIN FACILITIES The Gymnasium 8 basketball goals 3 basketball courts 3 volleyball courts 6 badminton courts 6 pickleball courts South Balcony 2 basketball goals 1 volleyball court 1 badminton court 1 pickleball court Fitness Center 7-screen fitness cinema with 18 stations; treadmills, lifecycles, recumbent cycles, stairclimbers, ellipticals, rowers, nautilus & universal circuits; multi-exercise wheel chair machine Free Weight Room free-weights; multi-station Universal Racquetball Courts 4 racquetball/handball/ wallyball courts Indoor Track 1/10 mile durathon surface Table Tennis Room 2 championship tables Aerobics Room multi-purpose room dance/exercise/spinning aerobics flooring, mirrored walls Swimming Pool 25 yard, six lanes lap swim & open swim water exercise equipment Tennis Courts 6 outdoor hard courts Campus Rec Field Large outdoor multi-use field for softball, football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, etc. REC HOURS Mon-Fri Tues & Thu Saturday Sunday Mon-Fri Tues & Thu Saturday Sunday 9am-1pm 7-10pm 12-7pm 12-5pm 9am-1pm 7-10pm 12-7pm 12-5pm Mon-Thu 6:30am-10pm Friday 6:30am-7pm Saturday 9am-7pm Sunday 12-5pm Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm Mon-Thu 6:30-9pm Sat, Sun 12-5pm M T outdoor facilities are open daily during daylight hours. VALID PHOTO I.D. MUST ACCOMPANY EACH USER NOTE: Hours are subject to change due to special circumstances. A daily updated schedule of facility rec hours is available online.

5 Free-Weight Room Appropriate workout attire is required. This includes athletic clothing and closed-toe shoes. No street clothes allowed. Users are encouraged to store all personal belonging in our daily-use lockers available in the locker rooms or to rent permanent lockers on a semester or annual basis. No food or drink allowed with the exception of bottled water. No profanity, suggestive language or offensive behavior will be tolerated. Members are required to have a towel to wipe down benches after use. All free weight lifters using benches must have spotters. Lock collars are required on all weight bars during use. Slamming or dropping of the weights or weight stacks is strictly prohibited. Do not use any of the equipment in a manner for which it is not intended. Do not lean weights or bars against the walls, equipment, or mirrors. All weights and equipment must be returned to its proper location after use. Weights should not be left on bars. Report all injuries, incidents, damages, unsafe conditions, and/or equipment failures to the Campus Rec Office, 203MT. No children under the age of 13 are permitted in the Weight Room for any reason. Children years of age must have direct adult supervision. Members exercise at their own risk. Individuals are responsible for their own health and safety. Indoor Track The two-lane, one-tenth of a mile indoor track is for walkers and joggers only. Running and sprinting is not allowed. Appropriate athletic shoes must be worn. Spikes, turf shoes and cleats are prohibited. Fitness walking and jogging should be done on the rubberized track surface only and not on the carpeted area. The inside carpet lane is for pedestrian traffic only. For safety, it is prohibited for groups to use the track with more than two individuals side-by-side. If you work out on the track with a partner, please assume single file positions when passing or being passed. Track direction changes daily. Users should observe the posted directional signs. Slower walkers/joggers should use the outside lane. Faster members should move to the outside lane. Stretching is allowed in designated areas only. Spitting on the indoor track is strictly forbidden. For member s safety, do not stand or stop on any lanes of the track. Racquetball Courts Athletic shoes are required. Black soled shoes, street shoes, or any shoes suspected of marking the gym floor are prohibited. Eye protection is strongly recommended. All four (4) courts are equipped for the sport of Wallyball. Wallyball sets and racquetball racquets, balls, and eye guards may be checked out at the Control Desk. Racquetball Court Reservations Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved in advance. Court reservations are encouraged to ensure court availabilty. Reservations may be made by calling (9am-5pm) or in person at the Campus Recreation Office during the MT hours of operation. Reservations are taken up to one week in advance. Same day court reservations are accepted. When racquetball courts are in high demand, all individuals will be restricted to one hour of play; and all reservation will be restricted to one reservation per day per person. Court reservations are scheduled on the hour. Forfeit time is 10 minutes after the scheduled reservation time. Swimming Pool Absolutely no person is permitted in the pool unless an UMSL lifeguard or staff member is on duty. Proper swimwear is required. Cut offs, gyms shorts and/or t-shirts are prohibited. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Non-swimmers must stay in the shallow-end of the pool. Street shoes are not allowed on the pool deck with the exception of walking directly to and from the pool locker rooms. All users are required to shower before entering the pool. Running is on pool deck is prohibited. Walk at all times. Any activity considered unsafe will be stopped. Rough play, running, pushing, dunking, excessive splashing, unauthorized games and/or inappropriate behaviors, in the water or out, is not allowed. Spitting, spouting water, or discharging bodily waste in the pool is strictly prohibited. Diving is prohibited in the shallow area.

6 No diving or jumping from starting blocks or diving board unless specifically authorized.lane lines are for lap swimming purposes only (or as a safety line in case of emergency). Hanging on lines is not allowed at any time. Lane lines are never to be removed from the pool unless specific permission is given by the Campus Recreation staff. Balls, innertubes, rafts, etc. are not allowed in the pool except with authorization. Water exercise equipment must only be used in the manner for which it was intended. Gum and adhesive bandages are not allowed in the pool area. No glass of any kind is permitted in the pool area. Food and drinks are prohibited in the pool area, except bottled water. Swimmer accessories are available for use by pool patrons. Kickboards, leg floats, and aquatic fitness belts are stored in an easily accessible cabinet located on the pool deck. All equipment should be returned to cabinet following use. Swimmers will be held responsible for the proper care of the pool equipment and facilities. Pool will close fifteen (15) minutes earlier than is scheduled if at the time there are no swimmer in the pool. Lifeguards will enforce any other rule which they deem necessary to the safety of the pool operation and swimmers. Lap Swim Rules Lap lanes are designated by pace. Lanes 1 & 6 are to be used by slow-paced lap swimmers, lanes 2 & 5 are for medium-paced swimmers, and lands 3 & 4 are open to fast-paced swimmers. Swimmers should choose their lane carefully and pace themselves with the other swimmers in that lane. Circle lap swimming (counterclockwise within the lane; down on right, up on left) will be used in all instances of 3 or more swimmers in a lane. Upon entering an occupied lane, each new swimmer should notify the other lap swimmers of their presence. Aerobics Room Campus Recreation wellness, spinning, and dance classes are held in the Aerobics Room. These scheduled programs have priority use. When not reserved, the Aerobics Room is available for drop-in recreation use. Any activity that could potentially cause damage to the floor or mirrors is prohibited. Appropriate athletic attire and footwear is required. Only water in sealable containers is permitted. Spin bikes, located in the Aerobics Room, are for the use of spin class participants only. Authorized supervisors/instructors only are allowed access to equipment closet and sound system. Table Tennis Room Two table tennis tables are available for open play in Room 220, when the room is not otherwise being used. Use of the tables is on a first-come, first-served basis. While others are waiting, play should be limited to a half hour. Ping-pong paddles may be checked-out at the Control Desk and balls may be purchased from the Campus Rec Office for a quarter each. Campus Rec Field The Campus Rec Field is a general purpose outdoor playing field located just south of the Mark Twain Center. When not being used for scheduled Campus Rec programs, the area is available for such recreational activities as soccer, softball, frisbee, and football. Use of the field is on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved in advance. Tennis Courts Six laykold tennis courts are located outdoors just northwest of the MT building. Use of the courts is on a first-come, first-served basis when they are not in use by the Campus Rec or Intercollegiate Athletic programs. Play should be limited to one hour when others are waiting. Appropriate court shoes only. Black soles, spikes and street shoes are prohibited. Courts are to be used for tennis only. Absolutely no rollerblades, bicycles, skateboards, hockey playing, etc. allowed. Tennis racquets are available for check-out at the MT Control Desk. Players should provide their own tennis balls. Locker Rooms Locker rooms and showers are available to all members whenever the facilities are open for recreational use. All activity areas will close 15 minutes before the MT Center closes. However, locker rooms remain open until building closing

7 time. By this time, every person should be out of the locker rooms and exited from building. Daily-use lockers are available. Members must provide their own lock and remove it each day. Items left in a locker overnight will be removed by the Campus Rec staff and held for no more than one week. UMSL is not responsible for items left in a locker. Lockers should never be used to store valuables. Locker Rental For member s convenience, a limited number of permanent full-length rental lockers are available on a per semester or annual basis. Lockers may be rented at the Campus Recreation Office, 203MT. Locker Rental Rates Member Type Semester Annual STUDENTS $10 $25 ALL OTHERS $20 $50 Rental Periods Semester- FALL Aug. 16 to Jan. 10 Semester- SPRING Jan. 11 to May 30 Semester- SUMMER May 30 to Aug. 15 Annual- ONE YEAR One year from rental date. Rental fees must accompany a locker rental request. A combination lock is provided with rental locker. Locks will be changed immediately following the rental expiration date. Contents left in lockers after the expiration date will be bagged, held for one semester and then donated. No refunds are given for locker rentals. UMSL is not responsible for contents left in lockers (expired or current). Saunas The saunas are intended for use by MT members 16 years of age and older. MT members years of age may use the sauna with direct parental supervision. No one under the age of 13 is allowed in the sauna for any reason. Our saunas, located in the men s and women s locker rooms, are DRY saunas. Liquid of any kind should not be poured on the rocks at any time. Appropriate attire is required and members are required to bring a towel to sit on when using the saunas. Males must wear shorts or swim trunks and females must wear a swimsuit or shorts and a top. Exercise of any kind is prohibited in the sauna. Sauna users should be aware of the following warnings: Pregnant women, elderly participants, and/or individuals with respiratory or cardiopulmonary problems should not use the sauna without prior medical approval from their doctor. Breathing heated air in conjunction with consumption of alcohol, drugs, or medication is capable of causing unconsciousness. Upon experiencing any nausea, dizziness, hot flashes or cold chills, sleepiness. headaches, or other discomfort, leave the sauna at once. Remove all jewelry before using the sauna. Following vigorous exercise, allow cool-down time before entering the sauna and reduce your session time. The sauna is for opening pores and relaxing muscles. It is not a weight loss tool. Under no circumstances should users wear excess clothing such as a sweat suit or rubberized suit while in the sauna. DO NOT EXCEED 30 MINUTES in the sauna. Excessive exposure can be harmful to ones health. Persons with poor health should consult their physicians before using sauna. Equipment Check Out Members may check out a wide variety of recreational equipment for personal use at no cost. To borrow any item, users must present their UMSL ID Card or MT Membership Pass at the Control Desk. The ID s will be held until the equipment is returned. Recreation Equipment Badminton Racquets/Nets Jump Ropes Table Tennis Paddles Basketballs Kickballs Tennis Racquets Dodgeballs Pickleball Paddles/Balls/Nets Volleyballs/Nets Field Markers/Cones Racquetball Racquets/Balls/Goggles Volleyball Outdoor Net Set Footballs Soccer Balls Wallyballs/Nets Frisbees Softball Gloves/Bats/Balls/Bases Wiffleball Bats/Balls

8 All equipment must be returned by facility closing time on same day as check-out. Equipment availability is limited and is checked out on a first come, first served basis. Users are responsible for equipment issued to them. An individual who fails to return checked out equipment or who returns damaged equipment must pay the cost of replacement value. Payment for lost, stolen, or damaged equipment may be made at the Campus Rec Office, 203MT. If a patron plans to transfer equipment to another member, both patrons must report to the Control Desk to record the switch. Swim accessories, such as kickboards, leg floats, and aquatic fitness equipment, are freely available in the pool area. Equipment reservations for recreational activities outside the recreation complex must be reserved at least one week in advance. A valid ID will be retained by the Campus Rec Office as a security deposit. Towel Service Free towel service is available to our facility users. A valid UMSL ID card or MT Membership Pass must be left with Control Desk attendant for a towel. Only one towel will be issued per patron. Towels must be returned on same day as checkout. Lost & Found For your convenience, a lost and found bin is located in the Campus Rec Office for all items that are turned into our staff. Found items should be turned in at the Rec Office or Control Desk. Inquiries regarding lost items should be directed to the Campus Rec Office. Items not claimed within 30 days will be disposed of. UMSL is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Members are encouraged to store all personal belongings in lockers. MT staff members are not permitted to hold equipment, valuables or bags for members. Facility Rental The MT Building and individual areas/facilities within it may be rented by groups for their exclusive use. Reservations are limited to facility availability and rates are relative to the areas and times requested. Inquiries should be directed to the Facility Coordinator, Rick Gyllenborg, at Priority Use Policies Classes and research offered/conducted by academic departments/faculty in the School of Education shall have priority use of all of the facilities in the Mark Twain Athletic/Fitness Center. Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation shall have second priority use of the facility. Other University activities shall have third priority use of the facilities. Agencies/Groups outside the University shall have fourth priority use of the facilities. Disclaimer All policies are subject to change without prior written notice. Policy changes will be noted on our website and/or posted at the MT Control Desk. Learn more by visiting- CAMPUS RECREATION UMSL s Place for Sports, Fitness, Adventure & Fun! 203 Mark Twain Building