Policies

• Food is not permitted on the third and fourth floors and in the Project Climbing Wall. Only water bottles are permitted in these areas.
• Programs scheduled by Recreation & Wellness will have priority over drop-in and open recreation. If possible, part of the facility will remain open for drop-in participants. 
• Use of alcohol, vaporizers, tobacco of any form, or other drugs is prohibited in the SLWC.
• The Center is not responsible for loss due to theft. Secure all valuables in a locker. Locks are to be supplied by the user. A lost and found is also located at the second-floor control desk or at Campus Connection.
• Skateboards, longboards, scooters, hoverboards, and rollerblades are not allowed in the facility. 
• No pets are permitted in the SLWC unless used specifically as a service animal. Please review our Service Animals policy for more information. 
• Only SLWC staff members may operate audio and video equipment. All audio devices must be plugged into headphones. Boom boxes are not permitted anywhere in the facility unless in conjunction with a special event. 
• No filming is allowed in the facility without authorization from the Director.
• All accidents and equipment damage must be reported to SLWC staff personnel or program supervisor immediately.
• Personal private contract work, i.e., personal training and/or fitness workouts, dance or other sport training other than what SLWC provides, are not permitted at the SLWC.  Anyone interested in receiving private instruction should contact our Personal Trainers.
• Prior to using equipment, read the warning labels and instructions affixed to each machine. 
• Exercises that cannot be performed in a safe and proper manner or may pose risk to others are prohibited.
• SLWC staff reserves the right to refuse admittance to facility or to request individuals to leave facility.
• No removal of chalk from its station will be permitted…please refrain from chalk dusting the area.
• Please avoid exercising in high foot-traffic areas and too closely to mirrors for safety purposes.
• No strollers are allowed in the SLWC gym.
• Any loud or unusual sounds from members is prohibited.

Any inappropriate behavior will not be allowed. This includes but is not limited to the following:

• Failure to comply with posted policies and guidelines.
• Those who do not cooperate with established policies, use abusive language, are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or act inappropriately toward a University employee will be asked to leave and may have their privileges revoked.
• Providing false information to SLWC staff or forgery of any kind.
• Attempting to allow non-members to move through the gates in front of or right behind member.
• Sneaking a friend into the facility that does not have a membership will result in a two-week ban. Further offenses will result in a more extensive ban as determined by staff.
• Failure to comply with requests from SLWC staff.
• Use, possession, or any distribution of alcohol, tobacco, or any illegal substance.
• Attempted or actual theft.
• Violation of Student Code of Conduct. 
• Any physical altercation will result in a two-week ban. 
• Violation of University policies.
• Violation of federal or state criminal laws on campus while participating in recreation activities.

Violation of any of the above may result in any or all of the following: 

• Referral to Dean of Students/Student Conduct Office.
• Referral to Campus Police. 
• Suspension from SLWC facility and programs or revoked membership.

The SLWC operates on an “exercise at your own risk” policy. The use of the SLWC facility and its programs is completely voluntary. Everyone utilizing the facility assumes the risk for any harm or injuries sustained. Neither Utah Valley University nor the SLWC can assume any responsibilities for injuries incurred through participation in its programs and/or services in or outside the facility.

It is strongly advised that participants use caution and be aware of potential health risks associated with exercise and obtain a physical from a physician before beginning an exercise program. It is strongly recommended that every participant of the SLWC and its activities be covered by a health and accident insurance policy.

Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement

Recreation & Wellness must receive a Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement signed by each participant and/or parent or guardian.

• Participants are encouraged to show up on time to secure their spot in the class. 
• Participants are encouraged to monitor their own workout intensity and take water breaks frequently. 
• Participants are responsible for returning all equipment used during a class to the appropriate storage space.
• Patrons are not allowed to jump rope, lift weights, or stretch in the studios while fitness classes are in progress. 
• The instructor reserves the right to ask a participant to leave should these policies not be followed. 
• To ensure the safety of participants, class size may be limited at the discretion of the instructor.

Scheduling will be done through Event Services. Guidelines are as followed:

• All reservations must be done through the campus scheduling system 25 live. Please contact Event Services for available dates and times.
• Fees will be collected for use of the facility.  You can check room rates with Event Services.
• Candles, confetti, glitter, rice, straw, and similar materials may not be used in the Student Life & Wellness Center. A clean up fee will be assessed for any violations of $20 per hour/per staff.
• All decorations, exhibits and displays must be removed immediately following the event. If the Student Life & Wellness Center staff must remove materials left by your group, will be billed a fee of $20 per hour/per staff.
• The person, organization, or group scheduling the room will be held financially responsible for any special clean-up, maintenance, or repair resulting from the event or activity. 
• The Student Life and Wellness Center is not responsible for the loss or theft of items left in the building.

Room Reservation Back-up

If you reserve a room as a back-up, you will be charged one half the room rental fee. Anyone reserving the Plaza must have a back-up room reserved in case of inclement weather.

Cancellation/No Show

A $25 fee will be charged for less than 48 hours’ notice of cancellation or for not showing up for a reservation in any of the conference rooms.

• All areas, including the locker rooms, shall be vacated by closing time.
• Activity areas close 15 minutes prior to facility closing time.
• Announcements are made as closing time nears.
• A final announcement will be made when activity areas close.
• Participants are expected to finish their activity (15 minutes prior to closing), re-rack all weight equipment, return any checked-out equipment, finish showering, and exit the facility prior to closing.

Emergency Closing

Participants must stop participation within the SLWC during a power outage or University emergency. For extended power outages, the SLWC may be temporarily closed. A notice will be placed on the SLWC website and social media with date/time of re-opening as soon as a decision is made by the SLWC.

Weather Closing/Delayed Opening/Early Closing

• If the University is closed for the entire day, recreation facilities, including the SLWC, will be closed for the entire day.
• If the University has a delayed opening, recreation facilities, including the SLWC will have a delayed opening or will be closed for the entire day.
• If the University has an early closing, recreation facilities, including the SLWC will close early.
• If the University remains open (i.e. on the weekend or during the evening) but the weather becomes inclement and problematic, recreation facilities, including the SLWC, will close early or will remain open.
• Every attempt will be made to place a notice on the SLWC website and social media.

• Athletic attire is required in the Student Life and Wellness Center at all times for the purposes of hygiene, safety, and protection of equipment.
• Required gym attire consists of Athletic tops and bottoms and closed-toe, non-marking athletic shoes.
• Clothing and items that are not permitted include: 
  • Bare feet are not permitted
  • Clothing that inhibits body heat transfer or training masks that restrict breathing. 
  • Clothing that contains exposed metal or belts.
• Specific activities (i.e. climbing wall) may have different clothing requirements. 
• We recommend that patrons clean equipment before and after use. Bare skin contact with equipment is not recommended.

Only service animals are permitted within the Recreation Center. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines service animals as any guide dog, service dog, or other animals individually trained to provide assistance to a person with a disability.

Activity areas, entries/exits and the main lobby are subject to 24-hour surveillance. Live video is randomly monitored by Recreation & Wellness and the UVU Police Department.

An elevator is located in the lobby next to the control services desk. If assistance is needed, please ask an SLWC staff member.