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Byer Athletic Center Rules and Regulations

General Guidelines

1. Center Members are required to present membership
   card to check in at the PJCC Security Desk with every visit.
   For lost membership cards, there is a $10 replacement
   fee.
2. For their safety, children under 13 years of age are not
   allowed on the fitness floor unless participating in a
   youth fitness program. Members 13 - 17 years of age are
   eligible to use the Byer Athletic Center only after
   completing a fitness orientation.
3. Cell phones and cameras are prohibited in the Byer
   Athletic Center locker rooms and fitness area. Cell phones
   are permitted in the lobby, café and designated cell
   phone zones only. See page 3 “Cell Phones and Cameras”
   for general guidelines.
4. Proper athletic attire is required. Shirts must be worn at
   all times. Closed toe athletic shoes with non-marking
   soles are required in all areas with the exception of the
   pool and locker rooms.
5. No food of any kind is allowed in the Byer Athletic Center or
   on the fields or indoor swimming pool. Food may be
   consumed in the café, courtyard and outdoor areas only.
6. While exercising, water or sports drinks are permitted in
   workout areas and must be contained in closed,
   unbreakable, plastic containers only.
7. Take pride in the PJCC and respect other members by
   helping keep the Center clean. Please remember to:
   • Wipe down machines, mats or equipment after each
     use.
   • Deposit used towels in the towel drop.
   • Throw away trash in receptacles.
   • Limit towel use to two towels per person. Workout
     towels are available upstairs in the fitness areas, and bath
     towels are available in the locker rooms.
   • When doing multiple sets, allow fellow members to work
     in. Do not tie up equipment by resting on it between
     sets.
   • Adhere to the 30-minute time limit when others are
     waiting for the cardiovascular equipment.
   • Return free-weights and other equipment to their proper
     place after use.
   • Do not drop weights, or lean weights against walls,
     mirrors or machines.
8. Spotters must be used during all free-weight heavy lifting.
   Ask the fitness staff for assistance, if needed.
9. Chalk or other similar substances used for weight training
   are not permitted.
10. Be aware of your body's limits. Fitness Trainers are available
    to provide you with a safe and effective exercise program.
11. Gym bags and personal items such as handbags, coats, etc.,
    are not permitted in the Weight Room, Cardio Equipment
    areas, Group Exercise Studios and Indoor Pool Deck.
    Complimentary day lockers are available for storing these
    items.
12. The PJCC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
13. Outside trainers are not allowed. All exercise instruction
    and private training is to be given by PJCC staff only.
14. Inappropriate behavior that adversely affects fellow
    members/staff including, but not limited to, yelling, loud
    grunting, and foul or abusive language will not be
    tolerated.
15. Out of respect and courtesy to other members, please use a
    towel when using equipment.
16. For safety and health reasons, children under the age of 13
    are not allowed to use the sauna or steam room.
17. If you have any problems, please ask a staff member for
    assistance. We are here to make your experience at the PJCC
    the best it can be!

Dan Cook Gymnasium Guidelines

For the enjoyment and safety of all Members and Guests
please observe the following rules:

1. Play at your own risk. PJCC staff is on duty for limited
   hours.
2. Children under 13 years of age must be under direct
   supervision of an adult unless registered in supervised
   activities while using the facilities.
3. Only non-scuff shoes are allowed; no open-toe shoes.
4. Shirts must be worn at all times.
5. Absolutely no food is allowed. Beverages must be in a
   covered, non-glass container.
6. Horseplay, fighting, destructive, threatening behavior and
   disrespectful language are prohibited.
7. Equipment is available for check-out at the Byer Athletic
   Center desk located on the first floor when a gym
   supervisor is not on duty.
8. Outside trainers are not allowed. All exercise instruction
   and private training is to be given by PJCC staff only.
9. To contact Security Desk, dial 2740 from the phone
   located on the wall near the gym office.
10. Open Gym – Activities will be set-up and permitted at the
    discretion of the Gym Supervisor.
11. Drop-In – Registration required. Gym Supervisors may
    cancel a drop-in activity if there is insufficient attendance.
12. Family Gym occurs on designated Sundays. Half of the
    gym is reserved for families and equipped with childfriendly
    games.
13. Gym Schedules are posted on gymnasium doors.
    Schedules are subject to change. Please visit
    our online schedules for the most up-to-date information.

Group Exercise Guidelines

1. Classes are a group activity; we request that you follow
   the instructor's routine.
2. Please be respectful of others and arrive for class on time.
   To avoid disruptions, please do not enter class if you are
   more than 10 minutes late. Instructor has final discretion
   on late arrivals.
3. Be considerate of other members’ exercise space.
   Please do not crowd a Member who has arrived in class
   before you.
4. Please inform the instructor before class if you have an
   injury, medical condition or concern.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum.
6. Please do not enter the Group Exercise room before the
   current class has finished.
7. Reserving places is not permitted.
8. Gym bags are not permitted in the Group Exercise room.
9. Please wipe up your sweat from mats and floor area.
10. Bringing a water bottle to class is recommended. It must
    be in an unbreakable container. Food is not permitted.
11. Cell phones are not permitted in the Group Exercise room.
    Pagers should be set to silent mode.
12. Members may not operate PJCC stereo equipment.
13. In consideration of other members, refrain from wearing
    perfume or cologne.
14. Return all equipment to the proper storage area.
15. Some specialty classes will require a fee and registration.
    All fees must be paid prior to session or series start date.
16. Members are required to provide their own yoga mats.
17. For their safety, children under 13 years of age are not
    allowed to participate in Group Exercise classes.

Swimming Pools and Pool Area Guidelines

General Pool Rules

1. Parents are responsible for the safety of their children.
2. Lifeguards are on duty at the indoor and outdoor pools
   only and have final authority on pool usage and safety
   issues.
3. Please adhere to all posted signs in pool and whirlpool
   areas.
4. Members swim at their own risk.
5. Anyone with a special medical condition must alert staff
   and the lifeguard-on-duty prior to entering the pool.
6. Take all safety precautions when using the pool
   and whirlpool.
7. In compliance with California State Law, a shower is
   required before entering the pools or spas.
8. Walk on the pool deck at all times.
9. No excessive horseplay or rough housing.
10. No food, glass or glass objects are permitted around the
    whirlpool or indoor pool at any time.
11. No glass or glass objects are permitted by outdoor pool.
12. No gum allowed in the pool or on the pool deck.
13. Enter the water feet first. No diving, back jumps or “twisty”
    jumps. Jumping from the edge of the pool is not
    permitted in the indoor pool due to the raised edge.
14. Babies may not be left in stroller or car seats unattended.
15. No hanging on lane lines, ladders or railings. Lane linesare to be used only as safety lines in case of
    an emergency.
16. Bathing suits are required. Please no bathing suits with
    built-in floatation. These suits give a false sense of
    security while in the water. No street clothes, cut-offs,
    see-through swimsuits, thong bikinis or regular diapers
    allowed.
17. Please use benches or towel hooks to hang towels. Do not
    hang towels on hand rails or lifeguard equipment.
18. No cell phone use is allowed on the indoor pool deck or
    whirlpool. See page 3 “Cell Phones and Cameras” for
    general guidelines.
19. Inappropriate behavior and language will not be
    permitted.
20. Limit use of lotions in the indoor pool or apply at least 15
    minutes prior to swimming.
21. Kiddie Pool: There is no lifeguard on duty at the kiddie
    pool. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
22. Pools and whirlpools may be closed for maintenance or
    safety reasons at any time at the discretion of PJCC staff.
23. Outside trainers are not allowed. All exercise instruction
    and private training is to be given by PJCC staff only.

Open Swim

Open Swim is designed to provide a safe, fun environment for
members and their guests to enjoy the pool together.

1. Children 6 years of age and under or any child not able to
   fully swim on their own must be accompanied and
   supervised in the water at all times by an adult or Member
   over 16 years of age.
2. Children 7 years of age and older may swim by
   themselves, but a parent MUST be in the facility.
   Lifeguards may use discretion in the enforcement of this rule.
   It is the parent’s responsibility to remain with a child who is a
   poor swimmer, irrespective of age.
3. No diving. Both pools are too shallow to dive safely.
4. Children 3 years of age and under or children not fully
   potty-trained must wear nylon swim diapers, which can be
   purchased at the BAC desk or in most stores. These diapers
   are reusable and washable. Huggies disposable swim
   diapers have a tendency to leak and are not permitted.
5. Some toys, floatation devices and equipment may be
   allowed during open swim. This rule is up to the discretion
   of the lifeguard based on the number of participants in the
   pool.
6. Due to health and safety concerns please do not bring in
   any toys from home.
7. Swim lesson teaching equipment use is not permitted
   during open swim times.
8. Kick boards may be used during open swim, but please no
   sitting on or standing on kick boards.

Lap Swim

Lap swim is designed to be a workout time for adult members
and their guests.

1. Lap swimmers must be at least 13 years of age or able to
   swim the full length of the pool (25 yards) continuously
   for 4 laps without stopping.
2. Water exercises, water walking, and floating are not
   permitted except during designated or non-busy times.
3. Kick boards, pull buoys and fins may be available for use.
4. Circle swim (counter clockwise) when there are more than
   two swimmers per lane.
5. Maximum of six swimmers per lane.
6. Choose the lane that best fits your ability before entering
   the water. Make sure to alert any swimmer in your lane
   before entering the water. Lifeguards may move
   swimmers accordingly to ensure safety.
7. When passing a swimmer in your lane, tap the swimmer
   in front of you on the foot. Pass only when they have
   stopped at the wall. When tapped, please allow the faster
   swimmer to pass.
8. Be alert to the lane lines when they are being added or
   removed from the pool. There may be a delay in the pool
   schedule between changing activities.

Whirlpool

There is no lifeguard on duty for this pool. Lifeguards may
watch this pool as part of their normal rotation. Please alert
the lifeguard for enforcement of pool rules.

1. Children under 5 years of age are not allowed in the
   whirlpool at any time.
2. Children 6 – 12 years of age may use the whirlpool as
   long as they are supervised by an adult, only during the
   hours of: Monday – Friday, 10:30 am – 8:00 pm and
   Saturday/Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
3. Age 13 – Adult Only Hours:
   Monday – Friday, 5:30 – 10:30 am, and 8:00 – 10:30 pm
   Saturday – Sunday, 7:00 – 10:00 am, and 5:00 – 6:30 pm
4. Limit whirlpool exposure to 10 minutes. Longer exposure
   may result in nausea, feeling lightheaded or dehydration.

Locker Room Guidelines

1. Day-use lockers are available free of charge while in the Byer Athletic Center only. Limited long-term rental lockers are available on a fee basis.
2. Items left overnight in day-use lockers will be removed. The PJCC assumes no responsibility for items left in day-use lockers.
3. Family changing rooms are for members with disabilities and for caregivers of a different gender helping young children, ages 4 -12, change.
4. Men’s locker room is for men and boys 13 years or older. Boys under 13 years old must be supervised by a male adult.
5. Women’s locker room is for women and girls 13 years or older. Girls under 13 years old must be supervised by a female adult.
6. Children over the age of 3 are not permitted in opposite sex locker rooms. Family changing rooms are available for this use.
7. Please help keep locker rooms clean by depositing used towels in towel drops and throwing trash in trash receptacles.
8. Please leave valuables at home. The PJCC is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Call 378.2703 for Lost and Found.