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General Policies

• Only currently registered students, faculty and staff are eligible for Rec Center membership during all normal operating hours. Expanded membership program participants may access the facility and programs during designated hours of operation. Nutrition services and special events are not included.
• Coats, street clothing, backpacks or equipment bags should be placed in lockers or cubbies around the building. PLEASE LOCK VALUABLES IN A LOCKER!
• Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are prohibited in all facilities at all times. Violators are subject to disciplinary actions.
• The use of profanity and vulgar language is prohibited.
• All students and guests must adhere to the University Student Code.
• The Campus Recreation and Student Programming Department reserves the right to suspend guest and member privileges and deny them building access if they do not abide by the department policies.
Guest Pass Policies

• Sponsors must provide a valid YSU ID while guests must provide a photo ID. Everyone must be at least 16 years old.
• All guest passes are $10, are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Passes are valid for one (1) day and guests are not permitted to leave and re-enter with their pass.
• Sponsors and guests must be in proper attire (no jeans, boots, etc.) in order to participate in activities.
• All guests agree to abide by the policies and procedures governing the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
• Sponsors are responsible to stay with their guest(s) during their entire visit.
• Misuse will result in termination of membership to the Rec Center.
Parking

• Contact Youngstown State University Parking Services at 330-941-3546 for information about parking access options and to obtain designated student, faculty and staff space areas.
Lost and Found

• The Department of Campus Recreation is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Inquiries regarding lost items may be made at Equipment Issue. Items of value (wallets, MP3 players) will be turned over to YSU Police immediately.
• Found YSU ID’s will be returned to the YSU Registration office within 24 hours.
Tours

• Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center staff-escorted tours are available upon request or may be scheduled in advance. Please contact the administrative office (330-941-2240) to schedule a tour for five or more people.
Rec Center Dress/Attire

• Appropriate dress is required for personal safety and maintenance of equipment and facilities:
• Closed-toe, rubber-soled athletic footwear (tennis shoes) is required – no boots, flip flops, sandals or open-toe shoes are permitted.
• Clothes free of buttons, rivets or metal zippers are required in the strength and conditioning area, sports forum, racquetball court and aerobics studio.
• Full-sleeved tee-shirts are required in the strength area. No tank tops or cut offs are permitted.
• No mid-drifts or sports bras allowed in activity spaces.
• Street clothes are prohibited in the strength and conditioning area, sports forum, racquetball courts and aerobics studio.
Food/Drink

• Water only is permitted in closed plastic containers (no protein shakes, sport drinks, etc., are allowed).
• Chewing gum is prohibited.
• No food is permitted in the controlled access areas (past the ID check turnstile).
Bulletin Boards/Soliciting

• Signs, fliers or posters must be approved by the administrative staff. Stop by the Department of Campus Recreation administrative office.
• Soliciting is not permitted inside the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
Elevators

• In case of fire, please use the stairs.
Locker Rooms

• All patrons may use lockers on a daily basis. The daily lockers are for temporary storage while using the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
• It is highly recommended that participants use a lock when storing personal belongings. Locks can be checked out at Equipment Issue and are free of charge for use on lockers with a valid YSU ID.
• Locks left on daily lockers will be removed nightly.
• Cell phone/cameras are not permitted in the locker rooms.
• Glass containers are not permitted in the locker rooms.
• Warning – Wet surfaces in the locker room may be slippery. Please watch your step.
Camera/Video

• Picture taking and/or videotaping is only permissible with written authorization from the Department of Campus Recreation administrative staff.
• Photographs may be taken of informal recreation and programs by the Department of Campus Recreation or YSU Marketing. These photographs are used for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify the photographer.
Music

• Only listening devices with headphones are allowed.
Severe Weather Policy

• Refer to the University website at www.ysu.edu for any cancellations.
Natatorium

• Proper swim attire is required. Swimming in underwear, thongs, sanitaries or see-through suits is prohibited.
• Open recreation includes activities other than lap swimming.
• Several groups can use the facility simultaneously. It is important to respect all users and swim in the designated areas.
• All Campus Recreation programs, scheduled facility usage, equipment and services are reserved exclusively for students, faculty and staff.
• YSU students, faculty and staff are provided the opportunity to sponsor immediate family member’s usage of the natatorium during open recreation hours. An adult must supervise children at all times.
• Valid YSU IDs are required for equipment and facility use.
• Varsity athletics and special events may interrupt the schedule - Check the Aquatic Center bulletin board (Beeghly, room 226) for daily updates.
• No private lessons or sessions are permitted at any time. University facilities are not to be used for private gains. All lessons and classes are conducted by HPES or the Department of Campus Recreation and Student Programming. |