Fitness Center
Recreational Services

Mackal Fitness Center Policies

Patrons are expected to comply with Fitness Center
directives while utilizing the Fitness Center.


    • Members should receive instructions on equipment that they are unfamiliar with. Orientations are recommended and may be scheduled in person at the Fitness Center.


    • All members are required to present a valid URI STUDENT ID card or a current membership card to the fitness attendant as they enter the Fitness Center and retrieve it when they have completed their workout.


    • The use of the cardiovascular machines is on a first-come, first-serve basis.


    • Use of Free Weights

    -Re-rack all weight plates immediately after use.
    -Return dumbbells to rack in order.
    -Do not slam or drop free weights on the floor.
    -Collars are mandatory on all lifts with Olympic bars.
    -Do not lean weights against walls, glass, or equipment.


    • Spotters are recommended on all lifts.


    • Screaming or use of offensive language will NOT be tolerated anywhere in the facility.


    • Equipment may not be removed from the Fitness Center at any time for any reason.


    • Members who perspire heavily must carry a towel and wipe off benches after using them.


    • No more than four (4) members of any one varsity or club sport team may use the room at the same time.


    • Shirts, athletic shoes and proper athletic attire required at all times. Changing of clothes is NOT permitted in the Fitness Center. Jeans, jean shorts, hiking boots, and open toed shoes are
    NOT permitted.


    • Chalk is NOT permitted in the Fitness Center.


    • Personal belongings (coats, gym bags, back packs, etc.) are NOT permitted in the Fitness Center. Please store items in blue corrals located by the indoor track and/or use the recreational
    locker rooms.


    • Tobacco, food, chewing gum, glass bottles and cans are NOT permitted in the Fitness Center. All bottles must be plastic and contain water ONLY.


    • Members should immediately report any Fitness Center related injury or facility/equipment irregularity to the staff on duty.


    • Intentional misuse of equipment and/or facility may result in immediate expulsion. Failure to leave when asked may result in assistance from security personnel and loss of facility privileges.
    These policies and procedures are designed to enhance the safety of the Fitness Center. Please
    be considerate to the Fitness Center staff and other patrons utilizing the facilities.

View our Brochure pdf

 

Contact:
Leticia DaSilva Orozco
Coordinator of Fitness/Wellness Programs

Call 874-2822 fitwell@etal.uri.edu