Expectations and Etiquette

• UNL Campus Recreation recognizes and celebrates the human differences that surround us. We create a respectful environment that facilitates an open exchange of ideas, nurtures creative expression, and values the intrinsic worth of each individual. Join us in embracing this philosophy by treating everyone with respect and kindness.
• Current and valid UNL I.D. Card, CREC Membership card or Active Husker App barcode required to enter.
• Visitors must pay guest fee & present a photo I.D.
• The possession, use and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages, drugs, tobacco products, and dangerous weapons are not allowed in any facility, as defined by the University's Student Code of Conduct. Vapor and e-cigarettes are prohibited.
• Roller blades/skates, scooters, and skateboards may not be used. Use storage racks provided outside the facilities for storage.
• Bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles are prohibited from being brought into/used inside campus buildings as defined by university regulations. Motorcycles and mopeds must be parked in designated parking areas; bicycles must be stored in the racks provided outside the facilities.
• Unwanted recording, photography, and other multimedia of patrons is not permitted in Campus Recreation facilities. Employees of Campus Recreation reserve the right to monitor multimedia activity and regulate/restrict it as they see fit.
• Campus Recreation is not responsible for any personal items left unattended and/or unsecured in any facility. Personal items can be secured in day-use lockers or rented lockers. Items turned in as lost will be logged. Unclaimed items are periodically cleared from the facilities.
• Members and guests may not provide personal training services, nutritional products, lessons in swimming, fitness, or other goods and services on the premises..
• Only spill-resistant and shatterproof drinking bottles are allowed in activities spaces.
• Clean, appropriate athletic attire must cover the chest and buttocks. Attire that could cause damage to equipment is prohibited.
• Athletic (non-marking) shoes are recommended for recreational activities. Metal on the bottom of any footwear is prohibited in all facilities (spikes, taps, etc). No sandals, open-toed shoes, or boots are allowed during activities. Boots and shoes with heels are prohibited on all wood floors during activities.
• No striking, kicking, or hitting of other patrons or staff.
• Throwing of medicine balls against walls, floors, or turf is prohibited during open recreation.
• Sparring, wrestling, martial-arts throws and other intensive physical contact activities are only allowed with a designated Campus Recreation employee.
• No spitting on floors, walls, stairwells, turf, water fountains, or restrooms sinks.
• Headphones must be used with personal radios and electronic listening devices.
• Animals are not permitted in facility, except trained service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Use personal equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and at your own risk. Personal equipment must not mark or damage any facilities.
• Wipe down & clean equipment after use with disinfectant spray and towels (provided in exercise areas).
• Youth age 6 years and older must use respective restrooms & locker rooms.
• Youth age 15 years and younger must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult age 19 years or older.
• Do not engage in any activity that will endanger yourself or other patrons.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct and the use of profanity are prohibited. Campus Recreation reserves the right to remove individuals from recreation facilities and to revoke membership based on that individual's actions. Failure to comply with directions of the staff and/or failure to identify oneself when requested to do so will result in individuals being removed from the facility. The duration of the suspension will follow the Campus Recreation Misconduct and Ejection Policy.

• Outdoor field spaces are university property, intended for use by current fee-paying university students and Campus Recreation members. Individuals not meeting these requirements shall be considered trespassers and are subject to removal.
• Current and valid University I. D. Card required to enter.
• Visitors must pay the guest fee.
• It is the user's responsibility to follow and obey all posted rules, instructions, and authorized supervision. Please contact Campus Recreation if you have questions or need an interpretation. That you for your assistance in making this a clean and safe environment for all patrons.
• Failure to abide by these policies, regulations posted in facilities, or requests made by any Campus Recreation employee can result in ejection or suspension from facilities and program privileges. Campus Recreation's complete Misconduct and Ejection Policy is available at crec.unl.edu.
• The manufacture, possession, use, and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages, drugs, tobacco products, and dangerous weapons are not allowed in any facility, as defined by the University's Student Code of Conduct. E-cigarettes are also prohibited.
• Roller blades/skates, scooters, and skateboards are prohibited from use in any facility, including outdoor court spaces. No wheeled vehicles of any kind are permitted on the courts.
• Bicycles and motorized vehicles are prohibited from being brought into/used in courts and field spaces. Motorcycles and mopeds must be parked in designated parking areas; bicycles must be stored in the racks provided outside the facilities.
• Campus Recreation is not responsible for any personal items left unattended and/or unsecured in any facility.
• Climbing on, over, or under fences or structures is prohibited.
• Fires and open flames are prohibited on courts and fields.
• Personal training of patrons, either individually or in a group, is only allowed with a designated employee of Campus Recreation.
• Only shatterproof bottles are allowed on courts and fields.
• Animals are not permitted in the facility, except certified service animals.
• Use personal equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions and at your own risk.
• Youth age 15 years and younger must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult 19 years of age or older at all times.
• During severe weather leave the facility or take shelter in the nearest building.
• Open recreation is prohibited during programmed/ scheduled activities. Please see the daily events schedule for a list of activities.
• Courts are in close proximity to office spaces and classrooms. Please keep music volume reasonable.
• Please call the Recreation and Wellness Center at 402-472-2479 to share any concerns you have about any facility maintenance issues or hazards.
• Hockey and roller hockey are prohibited.
• Metal on the bottom of any footwear is prohibited on courts.
• Throwing of medicine balls against courts is prohibited.
• No hanging or pulling on the nets.
• No throwing or striking of hard objects (baseball, lacrosse, softball, golf, etc.)

• Clean, appropriate athletic attire must cover the chest and buttocks. Attire that could cause damage to equipment is prohibited.
• Closed-toed activity-appropriate footwear is required. Shoes must have a heel or heel strap.
• Use equipment for the intended purpose only. Patrons must face forward on treadmills.
• 30-minute time limit on cardio equipment during peak hours (when other patrons are waiting).
• Walkways should remain clear at all times. Stretching is permitted in mat areas only.
• Wipe down and clean equipment after use with disinfectant spray and towels (provided in exercise areas).

• Arrive ten minutes prior to your tee time and check in at the Member Services desk
• A brief orientation on the navigation of programs, courses, and special features can be demonstrated upon request at the Member Services Desk.
• Do not touch the screen or projector at any time. Report any problems to the Member Services desk.
• Footwear is required. Shoes must be clean. Metal spikes are prohibited.
• Golf etiquette must be followed at all times. Profanity and club throwing is prohibited.
• Personal clubs and/or balls may be used and must be clean and free of dirt.
• Keep extra clubs and equipment outside of the simulator.
• Only one golfer in the simulator at a time. All others must stay out fo the simulator.
• All swings must be inside the simulator. Only woods can be used on the tees. All clubs can be used from the mat.
• No food or drink is allowed inside the simulator.
• Stop play when your time is up. If you wish to continue playing, check in at the Member Services desk. If the next time slot is not reserved, you may be allowed to extend your tee time.

• Equipment stored in this room must remain in the room.
• Throwing and kicking objects is prohibited, i.e. balls, sticks.
• Wearing boots and heels are prohibited during activities.
• Leaning equipment against walls and mirrors is prohibited. Patrons must remain at least one arm-length from mirrors during activities.
• Open recreation is prohibited during scheduled activities.

• Equipment stored in this room must remain in the room.
• Throwing and kicking objects is prohibited, i.e. balls, sticks.
• Wearing boots and heels are prohibited during activities.
• Leaning equipment against walls and mirrors is prohibited. Patrons must remain at least one arm-length from mirrors during activities.
• Open recreation is prohibited during scheduled activities.

• Boxing gloves, MMA gloves or wraps are required when striking or punching with hands. Gloves can be checked-out for no cost at the Member Services desk.
• Hanging from or swinging the bas is not allowed.
• Sparring, wrestling, martial-arts throws and other intensive physical contact activities are prohibited.
• Attire policy is enforced. Closed-toe athletic shoes are recommended.
• The heavy bag cannot be reserved and is for informal recreation only.
• Wipe down the bag after use.

• Walkways should remain clear at all times. Stretching is permitted in mat areas only.
• Throwing and kicking objects is prohibited.
• Announce when passing other walkers and runners, e.g. "on your right"; "on your left".
• The track is not a spectator area for events below.

• Hitting and throwing objects is prohibited (i.e. baseballs, softballs, cricket balls, lacrosse balls, golf balls, tennis balls).
• Grasping of basketball rims and nets is prohibited.
• Notify the Member Services Desk if you need hoops, volleyball nets, or badminton nets to be set up or taken down OR if equipment becomes stuck in bleachers or ledges.

• This is a dry sauna - do not pour water on the heating element.
• Avoid touching or leaning on the heating element.
• Do not attempt to adjust the sauna temperature; temperature is set at 170 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit per recommendation of the American College of Sports Medicine.
• Patrons must have a barrier between their skin and the wooden benches, such as a towel, shorts, or swimsuit. Bare skin should not be in contact with the wood.
• Sneakers and street shoes are prohibited.
• Recommended time limit: 10 minutes. Due to high temperature, the sauna can be harmful to your health. Individuals with medical conditions such as high or low blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory problems, diabetes, and those who are pregnant should consult their physician before suing the sauna.
• Be properly hydrated or drink plenty of water prior to entering the sauna.
• These items and activities are not permitted: calisthenics and exercise; shaving; massage; food; drink; water bottles; newspapers; magazines; paper; spitting; plastic, glass, or metal objects; and audio without headphones.

• Clean, appropriate athletic attire must cover the chest and buttocks. Attire that could cause damage to equipment is prohibited.
• Closed-toed activity-appropriate footwear is required. Shoes mist have a heel or heel strap.
• Use equipment for the intended purpose only. Patrons must face forward on treadmills.
• 30-minute time limit on cadrio equipment during peak hours (when other patrons are waiting).
• Walkways should remain clear at all times. Stretching is permitted in mat areas only.
• Wipe down and clean equipment after use with disinfectant spray and towels (provided in exercise areas).

• Clean, appropriate athletic attire must cover the chest and buttocks. Attire that could cause damage to equipment is prohibited.
• Closed-toed activity-appropriate footwear is required. Shows must have a heel or heel strap.
• Use exercise machines and equipment for the intended purpose only.
• Wipe down and clean equipment after use with disinfectant spray and towels (provided in exercise areas).
• 30-minute time limit on cardio equipment during peak hours (when other patrons are waiting).
• Spotters are strongly recommended when lifting free weights. Ask the on-duty staff if you need assistance.
• Collars are required when lifting free weifgth bars.
• Squats must be performed inside the rack.
• Olympic lifts must be performed int he platform area with rubber bumper plates.
• Re-rack weights and bars to their holders after use.
• Throwing medicine balls against the walls and floors is prohibited.
• Leaning equipment against walls and mirrors or removing equipment from this area is prohibited.
• Youth age 13 years and younger are not permitted access to the Strength Training and Conditioning Area. Youth age 14-15 years must attend a free orientation before using equipment and must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult age 19 or over.

• Hitting and throwing objects is prohibited, i.e. baseballs, softballs, cricket balls, lacrosse balls, golf balls, tennis balls.
• Grasping of basketball rims and nets is prohibited.
• Wearing boots and heels are prohibited during activities.
• Notify the Member Services Desk if you need hoops, volleyball nets, or badminton nets to be set up or taken down OR if equipment becomes stuck in bleachers or ledges.

• Clean, appropriate athletic attire must cover the chest and buttocks. Attire that could cause damage to equipment is prohibited.
• Closed-toed activity-appropriate footwear is required. Shows must have a heel or heel strap.
• If FitBox is locked, ask for assistance at the Member Services desk in the Recreation and Wellness Center.
• Use equipment for the intended purpose only.
• All FitBox equipment must remain in the turf area.
• No outside equipment may be brought in for use on the FitBox, including equipment from the indoor Recreation & Wellness Center.
• Wall Ball target should be used only with the provided Dynamax balls.
• Kettlebells and Dynamax balls cannot be thrown or slammed onto the turf area or against the FitBox.
• Sleds can only travel east to west on the turf.
• Step up platform can only be used to step onto, no jumping.
• No sitting on top of the box or pull-up bars.
• TRX bands, gymnastics rings, and battle rope must be properly attached to the pull-up rig for use.
• All equipment must be returned to its proper location after use.

A person, team, club or other organization may appeal the decision of the Assistant Director (or his/her designee) to the Associate Director and/or Director by notification in writing within 5 weekdays if the date of the written notification of suspension from the Assistant Director.

NOTE: Individual programs may have intermediate appeal procedures. Be sure to check the appropriate handbook or with the Assistant Director. Additionally, the final appeal from the decision of the Director may be made to the Campus Recreation Advisory Council (CRAC). Written notice of appeal must be made within 5 weekdays of the date of the written notification of suspension from the Director. Written notification must be made to the president of CRAC at least one week prior to the meeting concerning the suspension. The President may delay the hearing to ensure council members are prepared. The hearing shall occur at regularly scheduled CRAC meetings and suspensions remain in effect until CRAC handles the final appeal. The CRAC hearing shall adhere to the following agenda/procedure:

Agenda/Procedure:

• Introduction of all in attendance by President or another officer
• Description of event/history to the date by Assistant Director or designee
• Reports by Campus Recreation employees (i.e., officials, supervisors)
• Response by Applicant(s)
• Reports by witnesses and representatives
• Comments/questions by CRAC members
• Additional comments by witnesses/representatives
• Additional comments by Campus Recreation employee(s)
• Additional comments by Appellant(s)
• Closing comments by CRAC President or officer

General Appeal Guidelines:

1. The Appellant(s) may be represented by a maximum of 3 people, one of whom shall be designated as the spokesperson for the group.
2. Members of the opposing team or party may also be represented by a maximum of three people, one of whom shall be designated as the spokesperson.
3. All pertinent materials such as scorecards, incident reports, police reports, and other documentation must be brought to the hearing. Additionally, copies of this material should be distributed to CRAC at least one week in advance of the hearing for this review.

Everyone at the hearing is allowed two opportunities to speak. At the beginning of the hearing, the CRAC President will familiarize those in attendance with these procedures and ask everyone to respect the rights of others by adhering to the agenda and NOT responding spontaneously to testimony or reports. Failure to abide by the agenda and/or conduct oneself in a respectful manner towards others may result in additional suspensions and/or a halting of the appeal procedure. Reports/comments by the parties should be uninterrupted and everyone should be afforded courtesy and respect.

The President's closing comments shall include a general statement of what possible action may be taken by CRAC and when the Appellant(s) will be notified of the decision by writing. Everyone, other than CRAC members, shall leave the room prior to discussion and vote by CRAC.

CRAC shall reach a decision by a majority vote of the members present but a minimum of more than half of the members present must be in attendance before the hearing can be conducted. The CRAC President or his/her designee shall inform the spokesperson for the Appellant(s) and the other parties of CRAC's decision within 5 weekdays following the date of the hearing. The decision of CRAC is final and not appealable unless a party can point to serious flaws in the administration of the final hearing, which jeopardized the fairness of the proceeding. A record of CRAC proceedings shall be maintained for a minimum of thirty (30) days.