New Membership Welcome Packet and Handbook
New
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Welcome
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Handbook
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Table of Content
Table of Content……………………………………………………………………….………………….2
Welcome Letter………………………………………………………………………….…………………3
Facility Layout………………………………………………………………………….…………….….4-6
Hours of Operations…………………………………………………………………………….………….7
Amenities……………………………………………………………………………………….………….8
Fitness Assessment………………………………………………………………………………….……..9
Personal Training Information………………………………………………………………….…….….10
Group Fitness Schedule…………………………………………………………………….……………11
Rec Center Policies ………………………………………………………………………………….12-15
Guest Policies……………………………………………………………………………………………16
Contact Information……………………………………………………………………………………..17
Fitness Planner Page……………………………………………………………………………………..18
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Welcome letter
Dear Student Recreation Center Member,
On behalf of the entire Campus Recreation Staff, I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you as our
new member. We are so thrilled that you have decided to join the movement towards a healthy lifestyle.
At the Recreation center, we pride ourselves on offering outstanding customer service, latest fitness trend
initiatives, state of the art exercise equipment, and maintaining a clean safe environment. Our members are a
very important part of our operation, and we will try to ensure that we meet your needs and the growing
needs of the University community.
As a member you will have access to the 106,000 sq. foot facility which houses an Aquatic Facility, Locker
rooms, 2 Basketball courts, Free Weight area, Cardio Deck area, Machine Weight area, Rock wall, Boulder-
ing area, Racquetball courts and host of Group Fitness classes. For a complete list of the services that are
provided with the membership please check the website or in your orientation packet.
I am also happy to inform you that I will be your primary point of contact at the Recreation Center, and I
look forward to interacting with you around our facility. If you have any questions please feel free to contact
me by phone, email, or at the member orientation. We will hold two membership orientation events the 2nd
and 4th Friday of each month. Please feel free to join us and take advantage of personal guided tours around
the facility and a chance to network with other new members.
Thank you again for entrusting the Student Recreation Center with your Fitness and Health needs. We are
honored to serve you and assist you on your quest for a Healthy lifestyle.
Sincerely,
Lashica Thomas Lashica Thomas
Coordinator of Sales and Marketing
Columbus State University
Student Recreation Center
W: 706-507-8651
F: 706-507-8664
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Facilities Layout
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Facilities Layout
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Facilities Layout
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Hours of operation & Parking
Please click on the below link for the latest operating hours or refer to insert
in the print version of this Welcome Packet.
http://campusrec.columbusstate.edu/recbuilding/index.php
RECREATION CENTER
Monday-Thursday: 6:30AM-10:00PM
Friday: 6:30AM-5:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM-4:00PM
Sunday: 1:00PM-8:00PM
CLIMBING WALL
Monday & Wednesday- 3:00PM-7:00PM
Tuesday & Thursday: 5:00PM-9:00PM
POOL HOURS
Monday-Thursday: 7:00AM-9:00AM; 11:00AM-
1:00PM; 4:00PM-8:30PM
Friday: 7:00AM-9:00AM; 11:00AM-2:00PM
Saturday: 11:00AM-2:00PM
Sunday: 2:00PM-6:00PM
*hours subject to change
Parking is available in the Columbus State University Parking Garage with the
proper permit.
To obtain a permit, members must go to the University Police Department and fill out an
application . Upon completion of the application , a parking permit will be issued to mem-
bers. If you have additional questions regarding parking permits, please, call University Po-
lice at 706-568-2022 .
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Amenities
Features: Fitness Center Quiet Fitness Center Cardio Two Basketball Courts (Three Vol-
leyball Courts) Multi-activity Court/Ballroom Indoor Walking/Running Track Vending Area Lounge Area Climbing Wall 2 Movement Rooms (Aerobic
Rooms) 2 Racquetball Courts Locker Rooms Office Space Lap Swimming Pool with Leisure
Pool Therapy Pool Sauna Wet Classroom
Services: Personal Training Sessions
Group Fitness Classes
Specialty Programs and Events
Athletic Training Hours
Equipment Checkout
Swim Lessons
Lifeguard Class
Water Safety Classes
Columbus State University's 106,000-square foot Student Recreation
Center promises has many features and services that meet your fitness
and wellness needs, as listed below.
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Fitness Assessment
A FREE fitness assessment is a great way to evaluate your current fitness level. We can help
you identify areas of strengths and weaknesses. This evaluation will ensure you start with an
exercise program appropriate for your fitness level.
Fitness Assessments are offered:
Monday – Friday
Assessments take 30 minutes
Appointments are required
Fitness assessment tests include:
Resting Heart Rate
Blood Pressure
Body Composition
Cardiovascular fitness
Muscular fitness
Flexibility
Remember:
Wear athletic shorts, t-shirt and athletic shoes.
Drink plenty of fluids over the 24-hour period preceding the test to ensure normal hydration prior to the
testing.
Avoid food, tobacco, alcohol, and caffeine for at least 3 hours before testing.
Avoid exercise or strenuous physical activity the day of the test.
Get an adequate amount of sleep (6-8 hours) the night before the test.
Scheduling an appointment: Please sign up by emailing Lori Coffield, [email protected]. Please arrive 10
minutes early before your appointment to fill out necessary paperwork. Failure to arrive at the
scheduled time results in a forfeiture of your appointment. You may schedule your appoint-
ment 24 hours in advance.
Please come to the Fitness Assessment Office, room 116, on the lower level of the Student
Recreation Center. If you have any questions or concerns,
please contact Lori Coffield, [email protected].
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Personal training The Columbus State University Student Recreation Center has a great staff of personal trainers who want to
help you reach your health and fitness goals. Working with a trainer is one of the fastest and most successful
ways to improve your overall fitness. Individualized attention from our professionally trained staff will help
you custom design a program so you can make the lifestyle and physical changes that may be hard to achieve
on your own.
Maximize your time, focus you energy, Reach Your Goals and get results!
Workouts that fit your schedule
New Workout Ideas
Motivation and Accountability
Learn Proper/Safe Technique
Personal Training:
$35 for 1 session, Buddy Rate: $52.50
$75 for 3 sessions
$135 for 6 sessions
$200 for 10 Sessions
Group Training:
$25/person for 1 session
$55/person for 3 sessions
$100/person for 6 sessions
$150/person for 10 sessions
Contact [email protected] or 706-507-8662
for more information
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Group fitness schedule
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Policies
WARNING: You may suffer physical and/or mental injury from partici-
pating in these activities. Participation in Student Recreation Center Ac-
tivities and Programs is completely voluntary. Individuals participate at
their own risk and assume responsibility for their own health and safety.
Columbus State University and the Student Recreation Center are not lia-
ble for the injuries sustained during participation in any activity or pro-
gram. It is strongly recommended that all participants consult a Physi-
cian and/or have a physical exam prior to participation.
Lockers All lockers in the facility are DAY lockers only. If locks are left on lockers overnight, they will be cut off.
If a lock is on a locker overnight, a lock cutoff form will be placed on the locker. This form states that the
lock must come off the locker within three days, or it will be cut off.
Alcohol, Drugs and Smoking
Alcohol, drugs and smoking is strictly prohibited in the Student Recreation Center. Columbus State Uni-
versity is a smoke-free campus. If alcohol, drugs, or smoking is occurring in the Student Recreation Cen-
ter, contact a professional staff member, recreation supervisor or University Police to have the offending
person removed from the Student Recreation Center.
Equipment Checkout Equipment (basketballs, racquetball rackets, volleyballs, indoor soccer balls, etc.) can be checked out by
CSU members at the main information desk of the facility. A member must have a valid identification card,
that they will give to the attendant at the front counter when checking out equipment. The member will sign
for the equipment. Once the member has finished using the equipment , all equipment must be returned to
the front desk and member identification will be returned at that time.
Attire and Footwear
¨ Shirts, shoes, shorts or pants, must be worn at all times.
¨ Shoes must be non-marking on wood floors.
¨ No boots, turf shoes, high heels or sandals.
¨ Shorts must be long enough to cover groin and buttocks of the wearer.
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Policies
Lost and Found
All lost items in the Student Recreation Center will be turned into the main information desk. Items not
claimed will remain at the front counter for the semester then delivered to University Police.
Incident Reports
In the event there is medical or behavioral incidents, member and staff will account the incident in report
form and follow procedure. These reports are located at the main information desk of the Student Recrea-
tion Center. A report will be turned in to the Director of Campus Recreation.
Use of the Student Recreation Center is reserved for currently enrolled members and their guests.
The Student Recreation Center is a controlled access facility. Please enter and exit through the main en-
trance only.
Smoking/Tobacco Use of ANY kind is Prohibited.
Food and Beverages are permitted on the tile floors ONLY.
Glass or metal containers are NOT allowed.
Shirts must be worn at ALL times.
ONLY non-marking shoes are allowed in activity areas.
Personal Radios/mp3 players are allowed WITH headphones.
Bicycles, skateboards, and inline skates are NOT permitted inside the Student Recreation Center.
Student Recreation Center is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items.
All personal items must be stored in provided cubbies and/or lockers.
Participation in Student Recreation Center Activities and Programs is completely voluntary. Individuals
participate at their own risk and assume responsibility for their own health and safety. Columbus State Uni-
versity and the Student Recreation Center are not liable for the injuries sustained during participation in any
activity or program. It is strongly recommended that all participants consult a Physician and/or have a phys-
ical exam prior to participation.
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Fitness Area, Track & Racquetball Policies
Report injuries or equipment problems to the Student Recreation Center Staff.
Proper athletic attire is required. No plastic sweat suits allowed.
Closed toe shoes required.
Beverages must be contained in a non-glass, spill-proof container. NO food, gum or tobacco.
Please, clean equipment after use.
Training sessions may only be conducted by Student Recreation Center Trained Personnel.
Please, DO NOT drop equipment.
Spotters are required on ALL free weight press stations.
Collars are required for all free weight bars.
Return equipment and weights to their PROPER location.
Contact the Information Desk for assistance with equipment; Disassembling or moving equipment is
NOT permitted.
All personal items must be stored in the provided cubbies and/or lockers.
Columbus State University and the Student Recreation Center Are not responsible for lost or stolen
items.
Violation of any policy may result in ejection from the facility.
Track Policies Inside Lanes reserved for walking.
Outside Lanes reserved for jogging.
No Throwing objects from the track.
Racquetball Courts Policies
Protective Eyewear is Highly Recommended.
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gymnasium & rock wall Policies
Only NON-Marking shoes allowed.
Beverages must be contained in a non-glass, spill-proof container.
NO food, gum or tobacco.
Hanging on nets and rims is NOT allowed.
Deliberate abuse of the walls, doors, equipment, etc. is NOT permitted.
NO profanity.
Shirts are required at ALL times.
NO Chewing Gum.
Violation of any policy may result in ejection from the facility.
Rock Wall Policies
Report injuries or equipment problems to the Climbing Wall Staff IMMEDIATELY.
Please, be courteous and respectful to other participants.
Having a spotter while bouldering is HIGHLY recommended.
Appropriate footwear required.
Climbers are encouraged to remove jewelry, objects from pockets, and secure eyewear.
Beverages must be contained in a non-glass, spill-proof container.
NO food, gum or tobacco.
All personal equipment must be approved by the Climbing Wall Staff.
UN-Roped climbing Outside the Bouldering areas is prohibited.
Topping out is prohibited.
Climbing helmets are recommended and available upon request.
No Loose Chalk is allowed.
Violation of any of these policies may result in ejection from Facility.
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Guest Policies
CSU welcomes guests to access the Student Recreation Center under the following cir-
cumstances:
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a valid picture ID card.
A member can sign in one guest per day.
Members are responsible for their invited guest.
Each invited guest must fill out a liability and information form.
The Guest fee will be $8. Cash only. No checks or Cougar Card can be used for payment.
Once an invited guest exits the Student Recreation Center, they cannot re-enter the build-
ing during that day.
If an invited guest breaks CSU Student Recreation Center rules or disrespects profession-
al staff or members, they will not be allowed to return to the Student Recreation Center.
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Contact information
Mr. Rick Cravens Director
Office: Student Recreation Center 242
Phone: 706-507-8658
E-mail: [email protected]
Ms. Lashica Thomas Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Office: Student Recreation Center
Phone: 706-507-8651
E-mail: [email protected]
Mr. Michael Speight Intramural & Club Sports Coordinator
Office: Student Recreation Center 243
Phone: 706-507-8658
E-mail: [email protected]
Mrs. Lori Coffield Fitness Coordinator
Office: Student Recreation Center 116
Phone: 706-507-8658
E-mail: [email protected]
Mr. Chad Day Aquatics Coordinator
Office: Student Recreation Center 222
Phone: 706-507-8658
E-mail: [email protected]
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