Gym Access For Students At West Chester University

West Chester University's Student Recreation Center offers a wide range of sports facilities for its students. The 69,000 sq. ft. recreation center includes a bouldering and climbing wall, group fitness studios, basketball/volleyball courts, racquetball/squash/wallyball courts, and a multi-activity court for soccer, floor hockey, pickleball, and more. The center also has a jogging track, locker rooms, and outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts. To maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patrons, the recreation center provides disinfectant wipes and rags to clean equipment and has staff that continuously clean machines, mats, and benches. Students must follow the Student Code of Conduct and the recreation center's general guidelines and policies, which include wearing appropriate attire and refraining from improper use of equipment.

Student Recreation Center location and contact information

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University is located at 275 North Campus Dr. West Chester, PA 19383. The phone number is 610-436-1732 or 610-436-1REC, and the fax number is 610-436-3088. The Recreation Center opened in August 2012 and is 69,000 sq. ft. in size. It offers a wide range of facilities and services to students, including:

• Cardiovascular, strength, and conditioning equipment
• Free weights, dumbbells, barbells, and selectorized strength machines
• Functional fitness space, including a turf track and slam wall
• A 34-foot-tall bouldering and climbing wall
• Three group fitness studios
• Two hardwood basketball/volleyball courts
• Two racquetball/squash/wallyball courts
• One multi-activity court (MAC) for soccer, floor hockey, pickleball, volleyball, and other activities
• A conference room/business suite
• Outdoor stretching and functional terrace space
• A 1/10-mile indoor jogging track
• Men's and women's locker rooms
• Four gender-inclusive restrooms
• An outdoor basketball court and sand volleyball court

Student Recreation Center opening hours

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University is located at 275 North Campus Dr. West Chester, PA 19383. The phone number is 610-436-1REC and the fax number is 610-436-3088.

The Fall 2024 opening hours are as follows:

• Tuesday: 6 am-11:30 pm
• Wednesday: 6 am-11:30 pm
• Thursday: 6 am-11:30 pm
• Sunday: 11 am-11:30 pm

During the Thanksgiving Break, the hours are:

• Monday, 11/25: 6 am-11:30 pm
• Tuesday, 11/26: 6 am-11:30 pm
• Wednesday, 11/27: 8 am-1 pm
• Thursday, 11/28: Closed
• Friday, 11/29: Closed
• Saturday, 11/30: Closed
• Sunday, 12/1: 2-10 pm

The Student Recreation Center has a range of facilities and services available for students, including:

• Cardiovascular, strength and conditioning equipment
• Free weights, dumbbells/barbells, and strength and conditioning equipment
• Functional fitness space with a turf track and slam wall
• A bouldering and climbing wall
• Group fitness studios
• Basketball/volleyball courts
• Racquetball/squash/wallyball courts
• A multi-activity court for soccer, floor hockey, pickleball, and more
• A conference room/business suite
• Outdoor stretching and functional terrace space
• A jogging track
• Locker rooms and showers
• Gender-inclusive restrooms

Student Recreation Center clothing policy

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University has a strict clothing policy that all patrons must follow. The facility aims to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for its users, reducing the risk of infections and diseases such as MRSA and ringworm.

The clothing policy for the Student Recreation Center is as follows:

• Patrons must wear appropriate attire at all times. The staff reserves the right to deem any article of clothing unacceptable. Inappropriate or offensive attire is prohibited, and patrons will be asked to adjust, change, or leave the facility.
• Shirts and shorts/pants must be worn at all times, covering the nipples, groin, and buttocks through all ranges of motion (except in the locker room).
• Athletic clothing must be appropriate for the general public.
• Athletic shorts or pants are required; jeans, pants with belts, or cargo shorts/pants are not permitted.
• Clean, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn at all times. Hiking/work boots, black sole shoes, shoes with spikes, flip-flops, sandals, "croc" type shoes, and ballet shoes are prohibited in the general fitness floor facility.
• Eye protection is encouraged in the racquetball courts.
• Drinks must be in non-breakable, spill-proof, sealable containers.
• Only water is permitted inside the facility.
• Food is only allowed in the lobby area.

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University takes the hygiene and safety of its patrons seriously, and these clothing policies are designed to maintain a healthy environment for all users.

Student Recreation Center equipment rules

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University offers a wide range of equipment and facilities for students to use. To ensure the safety and well-being of patrons, the SRC has established several equipment rules that users must follow.

General Equipment Rules:

• All patrons must have a valid WCU ramCard when entering the facility.
• Use of equipment is at the user's own risk.
• Proper use of equipment is required. Improper use includes, but is not limited to, standing on equipment or weights, stacking weights/plates under equipment, hanging upside down from equipment, and walking backwards on treadmills.
• SRC staff has the right to limit or prohibit exercises/activities deemed hazardous or high-risk. This includes the use of unauthorised equipment and disruptive activities.
• All fitness equipment must be cleaned with disinfectant wipes after use and properly disposed of.
• No shoes are permitted on the padded benches.
• Transferring equipment between floors is not allowed.
• Only WCU employee trainers and instructors are permitted.

Strength Equipment Policies:

• Maintain control of weights at all times. Weights must not be dropped or slammed.
• For deadlifts, slowly lower the weight to the platform instead of dropping it.
• The use of spring lock collars or barbell clips is mandatory on all free-weight bars.
• All Olympic lifting is prohibited. Squats and deadlifts are permitted.
• The use of topical grip aids is prohibited, except at the rock climbing wall.
• Weights must be re-racked on the appropriately marked rack positions when finished.
• Weight plates should not be left on machines or barbells, nor leaned against walls or equipment.
• Excessive grunting is prohibited.

Cardio Equipment Policies:

• Cardio equipment must only be used for its intended purpose.
• Walking backwards on treadmills is not allowed.
• Equipment must be wiped down after use, including screens.
• Exposed skin can lead to disease exposure. Therefore, patrons must clean equipment before and after use.
• Appropriate attire must be worn at all times, including shirts and shorts/pants that cover the nipples, groin, and buttocks.
• Clean, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn. Hiking boots, black sole shoes, shoes with spikes, flip-flops, sandals, and ballet shoes are prohibited.
• Drinks must be in a non-breakable, spill-proof, sealable container.
• Only water is permitted inside the facility.
• Food is only allowed in the lobby area.

These rules are in place to ensure the safety and hygiene of all patrons using the Student Recreation Center at West Chester University.

Student Recreation Center guest policy

The Student Recreation Center at West Chester University is a 69,000 sq. ft. facility that offers a wide range of recreational and fitness activities for students. The center is located at 275 North Campus Dr., West Chester, PA 19383, and can be contacted by phone at 610-436-1REC or by fax at 610-436-3088.

Guest Policy

The Student Recreation Center allows guests to enter the facility, but they must follow certain guidelines:

• Guests must be accompanied by a patron at all times and are limited to one guest per patron.
• Guests who are not affiliated with WCU must purchase a membership through the SRC Membership Form and present a valid state ID, which will be held at the front desk along with the sponsor's ID.
• Guests must be at least 18 years old and abide by all SRC facility policies.
• Guests cannot rent out equipment and must not be left unattended in the SRC facility without their sponsor.
• The SRC is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings, including items left in lockers.
• Guests are expected to follow the same hygiene and safety protocols as patrons, including showering after a workout and wiping down equipment before and after use.

Attire and Footwear

All patrons and guests must adhere to the attire and footwear requirements when using the Student Recreation Center:

• Shirts and shorts/pants that cover the nipples, groin, and buttocks must be worn at all times, except in the locker rooms.
• Athletic clothing must be appropriate for the general public.
• Athletic shorts or pants are required; jeans, pants with belts, or cargo-style pants/shorts are not permitted.
• Clean, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn. Hiking/work boots, black sole shoes, shoes with spikes, flip-flops, sandals, "croc" type shoes, and ballet shoes are prohibited.
• Eye protection is encouraged when using the racquetball courts.
• Drinks must be in spill-proof, sealable containers. Only water is permitted inside the facility.
• Food is only allowed in the lobby area.

Code of Conduct

All patrons and guests of the Student Recreation Center must abide by the University's Student Code of Conduct. Disciplinary actions will be taken for any violations of the code within the facility or the outside courts. The code of conduct can be accessed through the Office of Student Conduct's webpage.

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