FITNESS CENTER USER POLICY

A VALIDATED UH MANOA I.D. FOR THE CURRENT SEMESTER IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.

Appropriate attire must be worn at all times:

• Covered shoes (no slippers, no sandals, no open-toe shoes, etc.)

• Shirts must be used (no tank tops, no muscle-tees, no sleeveless shirts, no sport tanks or sport bras, no off-the-shoulder shirts, etc.)

• Work out shorts or work out pants must be used (no shorts with zippers or zipper pockets are allowed)

A towel must be used during your workout:

• Towel size:  Minimum 12”x16” (no wash cloths, no rags, no t-shirts, etc.)

* If you do not have the appropriate shirt and/or towel, you may purchase a shirt or towel for a nominal fee from the UFC. 

No food will be allowed while working out with the exception of bottled water or sports drinks (in a closed container):

• Please be responsible for personal items.  If you spill your drink, please clean it up immediately.

REMEMBER – This is a shared facility.  Please be considerate of others while exercising, there are others waiting to use the equipment.

• While we do not mind you socializing, please keep talking to a minimum while working out (including cell phone use).

• Clean-up your area, after you’ve worked out.

• Report any misuse of or broken equipment to the UFC Staff.

Follow the guidelines posted on selected exercises.  If you need assistance, please ask one of our UFC Staff of duty.

Please keep the following in mind as you use the UFC:

• Use the Fitness Center AT YOUR OWN RISK.

• Participation in an exercise program can present an increased risk of physical injury.  Consult a physician before starting any exercise program.

• Use or misuse of exercise equipment can be potentially hazardous.  It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to know the correct operation and use of the equipment.

• Prior to using any equipment, read the warning labels and instruction placards affixed to each machine.

• If you are unsure about how to use the equipment, request assistance from our staff.

FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THE POLICIES OF THE UFC MAY RESULT IN THE LOSS OF YOUR USAGE OF THE FITNESS CENTER, NOW AND IN THE FUTURE.

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII

INTRAMURAL SPORTS POLICY

ELIGIBILITY

The Intramural Sports Program is for bona fide UH (Manoa) students, faculty and staff only.

HEALTH STATUS

Participation in the Intramural Sports Program must be within the limits of one’s health status.  Students are responsible for their own health and safety and are cautioned to participate according to the limits specified by the UH Health Service.

INJURIES

Students, faculty, or staff injured in intramural sports activity should seek treatment from the University Student Health Service

(956-8965). Since the Intramural Sports Office assumes no responsibilities for injuries, students are urged to investigate the possibility of coverage by the ASUH Accident and Health Protection plan at the UH Student Health Service.

*This is a voluntary sports program – individuals participate at their own risk.  They are responsible for their own health and safety.

The Fitness Center has a number of cardio equipment such as ellipticals, treadmills, and stationary bikes as well as weight-lifting machines and free weights.

Remember the following:

-Validated for the current semester UH Manoa I.D. is   REQUIRED for entry

-A towel (12x16)

-Workout clothes (must wear shirts w/ sleeves, athletic shorts, etc.)

-No shorts with zippers (no jeans, no cargo shorts, etc.)

-No caps or visors allowed

For more information regarding the user policy for the fitness center, call 956-9555.