Access and Policies

The following rules have been established to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants, and to preserve our facilities for their intended use. Cooperation of all participants is appreciated. Staff have been hired to enforce all facility rules and regulations. Participants who notice violations of rules/regulations/policy are asked to bring it to the attention of the staff.

Access

A valid Binghamton University photo ID card is required to access the East Gym, FitSpace and Group Exercise room during building hours. In addition, a valid BU ID must be presented to Events Center Staff to access the track during posted walking/jogging hours.

All current student, faculty and staff BU ID cards are activated for access privileges to open recreation offerings. Upon purchase, FitSpace and Group Exercise membership privileges will also be activated on current BU ID cards. All others who want access must purchase a membership at the Membership Services Office and obtain a BU ID card from the Registrar's Office. There may be a delay of up to two business days in some BU ID cards being available or activated. Damaged cards are the responsibility of the cardholder to replace.

A $5 day guest pass or $15 week pass is required for guests and visitors. Passes may only be purchased at the Membership Services Office during business hours. There are no passes available for purchase in the evenings or on weekends. Passes may be purchased in advance.

All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to take part in all activities to the extent of their personal interest. In a voluntary program, participants assume responsibility for their own well-being and safety. Consult the University Health Services or your physician on matters regarding your health status.

No bicycles, smoking, smokeless tobacco, alcoholic beverages or animals are permitted inside the facility. Turf shoes, cleats, spikes or roller blades must be removed before entering any indoor facility.

Facility Rules

• Participation is at your own risk. Users are responsible for reading and adhering to posted signs.
• Participation is restricted to adults 18 years of age and older (or matriculated Binghamton University students). Children under 18 years of age are ONLY permitted to participate in specific programs as indicated.
• Please be respectful of others throughout the building and in activity areas. Spitting, inappropriate language, verbal abuse and fighting will not be tolerated.
• Shirts and non-marking athletic footwear are required (except for swimming) for participants at all times. No sandals, jeans (denim material), or boots are allowed in activity areas.
• In order to keep facilities clean and safe for use, please wipe feet when entering the building.
• Participants are encouraged to attend to matters of personal hygiene.
• All personal belongings should be locked in lockers during facility use. No coats or bags are allowed inside any activity area.
• Gallon jugs, smoking, smokeless tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and gum are not permitted. Beverage containers must have a lid. Only water bottles are permitted on court surfaces.
• Please be considerate of other users. You may be required to limit the length of your workout or activity based on posted guidelines in the each area.
• Equipment and facilities should be used for their intended purpose. Modification is prohibited. Please report equipment malfunction or damage to a staff member.

Walking/Jogging

Participants must have clean dry shoes; must walk on track (in Events Center) or outside cones (in East Gym); joggers should use inside lanes and walkers should use outside lanes.

Fitness Areas

Do not drop or throw weights; re-rack all plates, dumbbells, and attachments after each use; and wipe off equipment after use.

East Gym Pool

Swimmers must wear a bathing suit and shower in locker room prior to entering pool; running is prohibited on pool deck; pollution of pool is prohibited (e.g urination, blowing of nose, etc.); and circle swim must be followed at all times when indicated.

Racquetball/Squash Courts

Users are strongly encouraged to wear protective eye gear when using the courts. To signal the court user(s) that you wish to enter the court, please switch off and on the light only when play is stopped. Do not open door while play is in session. Some equipment is available for check-out at the East Gym lobby front desk.

Tennis Courts

Tennis courts are for tennis play only; use of the courts for private lessons is strictly prohibited; courts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis; and courts are closed during inclement weather.

Outdoor Fields & Track

Classes, practices, competitions and other scheduled activities have priority usage of the track & fields; no golfing or alcoholic beverages are permitted in outdoor areas; rollerblades, bicycles, skateboards, pets, strollers, and cleats are not allowed on track; for safety reasons they are closed during periods of inclement weather. Track lanes 1-4 are reserved for varsity only & lanes 5-8 are for recreational use.

Violation of any stated or posted rules, regulations or policies; malicious use or defacing of facilities; verbal abuse of staff; or lack of cooperation with staff can result in notification of University Police, removal from facility, judicial action or loss of membership.