HWC RULES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

MISSION:

To assist students in achieving personal excellence in life through involvement in recreational sports and activities.

VALUES:

The NHCC community values good sportsmanship through cooperation, honesty, respect, self-control, fair play, tolerance, health, and safety.

Please read each content area and initial acknowledging you understand and agree to follow the statements listed.
These rules are designed to promote a comfortable, inclusive, and safe atmosphere in the Health & Wellness Center. Repeated infractions may result in loss of Health & Wellness Center privileges and/or referral to the Student Code of Conduct Officer.

COOPERATION & HONESTY:

• Follow the rules of the game and the instructions of the staff at all times.
• Unauthorized removal of supplies and equipment from the facility, or from room to room, is prohibited.
• Enrolled students and college employees may use the facilities in the Health & Wellness Center with a valid student/employee ID. Must provide NHCC ID before utilizing the facility.
• Loitering is not allowed. Health & Wellness facilities use is reserved for participants only.
• Respect: This is a shared space. Treat staff and participants with respect regardless of differences. Harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.

• Follow the instructions of the Gym, Weight Room, and Fitness Center supervisor on duty.
• Act courteously and respectfully. Any harassment is prohibited.
• No disorderly or disruptive behavior including, but not limited: fighting, use of profanity, unsafe conduct, dunking, spitting, vaping, and tobacco or alcohol use.
• Equipment Care: Return weights, basketballs, and other equipment to proper storage areas after use. Do not drop weights or misuse equipment.
• Music & Media: Use headphones for personal music. Video or photography without prior approval is prohibited.
• Guests: Health & Wellness Center use is limited to currently enrolled NHCC students and employees. Guests are not permitted unless otherwise approved.
• Safety Reporting: Report all injuries, accidents, or equipment malfunctions to staff immediately.

• Participants must wear appropriate attire: shirt, sweats or shorts, and athletic shoes that will not mark the floor. No street clothes permitted in facilities during open gym or weight room hours.
• Gym clothing must be washed on a regular basis.
• The college provides private showers for student convenience.
• Wipe off equipment with sanitizer wipes when done.
• No food or drink allowed (other than sealed, plastic water bottles).
• Secure personal belongings. Lockers are required for storage of these items. The college is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Lockers are available for free per semester.
• Use of these facilities is considered a privilege. Individuals not complying with the established rules may have their privileges suspended or revoked. The College reserves the right to refuse service to any individual who violates any rule.
• Students engaging in or attempting to engage in any conduct which violates the Student Code of Conduct will be subject to disciplinary action.