About Us
"We are committed to ensuring you feel better when you leave the University Fitness
and Recreation Center than when you arrived."
Character
A culture of professionalism in all aspects of our operation.
Customer Service
Exceed your expectations by adding value to your Student University Fitness & Recreation Center experience.
Cleanliness
It is our responsibility to make sure the facility is kept at a high standard.
Community Outreach
Partnerships with individuals, businesses, churches and non-profit organizations will assist in expanding our human and economic capital.
Commitment to Staff Development
Investment in our staff will provide personal and professional growth opportunities.
We are committed to serving you!
Frequently Asked Questions
- 1. Do you have to be a student to join the facility?
You do not have to be a student to become a member of the Fitness and Recreation Center. Membership plans are available for all 51AV A&M employees, alumni and community members. See our Become a Member section for more information.
Back to Top - 2. How do current students begin using the facility?
A current 51AV A&M student has full access to the facility. He or she will be asked to complete a brief waiver form during the initial visit, which will be kept on file for the remainder of the year. Students are also required to bring a student ID during each visit to the Fitness and Recreation Center.
Back to Top - 3. What do I need to bring when I come to the facility?
Current members are asked to bring their membership cards to enter the facility, while are current students are asked to bring their student IDs. It is important to note that students cannot use the facility without a student ID for safety purposes.
Back to Top - 4. Is there an age limit for children to come to the Wellness Center?
Children of all ages are welcome to use designated areas of the facility including the gymnasium, swimming pool, game room, and bowling alley with parental supervision.
Ages 16 and above are free to use the entire facility without the supervision of an adult with a membership.
Back to Top - 5. Do you provide child care for members?
No. We do not provide child care for our members at this time.
Back to Top - 6. Are you open during school breaks?
We follow the university calendar. We are open during the summer semester, but with reduced hours. We are closed on most University holidays.
Please check with us for special hours throughout the year.
Back to Top - 7. Can I have food in the University Fitness and Recreation Center?
Members and guests are asked to keep all food within the Lounge area, near the entrance of the building. Only sealable beverage containers are allowed beyond the Member Services Desk.
Back to Top - 8. Does the University Fitness and Recreation Center have a dress code?
Yes. Athletic apparel and athletic shoes are required to be worn in all non-aquatic activity areas. Appropriate swimwear is required in the pool area.
Additionally, the following are prohibited throughout the facility:
- Hats
- "Sagging"
- Clothing that exposes inappropriate portions of the body
- Clothing with profane, inflammatory, or bigoted messages
- 9. Where do you store personal items while in the facility?
All members and guests are strongly encouraged to store all personal items in the designated locker rooms. We offer daily locker rentals for your convenience (currently free with membership or day pass).
Bags and such are not permitted in the activity areas, as clutter on the floor is a potential safety issue. Use the lockers if you brought a bag or purse with you.
Back to Top - 10. Can my special guests use the facility while they are in town?
Yes. All guests are encouraged to purchase a daily guest pass to use the facility.
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