General Guidelines

1. Academic classes, recreational sports tournaments, and community education programs have priority in all areas of the facility.
2. A facility recreation pass or college ID is required for all individuals who use the facility.
3. Recreational Sports staff will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment in all facilities during open recreation hours. All workers have been trained to handle emergencies, answer questions, report complaints and solve routine problems.
4. All students, faculty, staff and must abide by all policies established for the use of the facilities. Participants are expected to be responsible, courteous and respectful of other participants and staff. Failure to comply with the rules and regulations of the facility may cause a user to lose program privileges.
5. Proper dress is required at all times. Gym shoes must be worn by all participants. Clothing that is not worn during activity such as sweats, jackets and/or hats are not allowed in the activity areas. Lockers are provided in dressing rooms to store all personal belongings.
6. Clothing with exposed rivets or zippers are not allowed.
7. Shirts must be worn at all times.
8. Any jewelry worn must be that which does not pose a danger to self or other participants. Staff members have the authority to instruct participants to remove any jewelry that is perceived as dangerous.
9. Physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.
10. No food or drinks will be allowed in activity area.
11. The use of tobacco, alcohol or drugs in any form is prohibited in all areas.
12. Gum chewing is not allowed in any activity area.
13. No dunking or hanging on rims allowed.
14. All injuries must be reported to staff immediately. An accident report will be filled out and a determination will be recommended as to further care or assistance.
15. North Harris College is not responsible for injuries or accidents that may occur during recreation hours or participation in other recreational activities sponsored by the department.
16. Special arrangements must be made through the recreation sports office for children under the age of 16.
17. Eyeguards must be worn in racquetball courts.

There are high risk factors that are associated with improper practices in the weight room area. For this reason, additional regulations must be used:

1. All participants must wear full T-shirts. No exceptions!
2. Blue jeans/cut-offs and clothing with zippers are not allowed.
3. Spotters are mandatory for all lifts using squat, incline, or bench press racks.
4. All weights must be re-racked after use.
5. Belts may not be worn.

Racquetball Courts:

Due to the limited number of courts, a reservation procedure will be in effect in the event of overcrowding. Court reservations can be made up to 24 hours in advance for use. Reservations may be made by calling the Recreational Sports Office at 281/443-5659 or stopping by HPE-106. All individuals must show a facility pass to secure a court.

* Protective eye guards are required!!!

Participation in all intramural and Recreational Sports Programs is completely voluntary. Individuals participate at their own risk and assume responsibility for their own health and safety. North Harris College and the Department of Recreational Sports are not liable for injuries sustained during participation in any of its programs.

A physical is recommended for people over the age of 40.

Incidents:

All users must comply with the policies and procedures in place for the facility. Those who show a lack of cooperation inadhering to the rules governing equipment, participation, dress code, smoking, and conduct will cause administrative action or disciplinary action to be executed.

Important Notice:

Neither North Harris College nor the Department of Recreational Sports provides medical insurance coverage for participants in any of its programs. Participation in any department-sponsored activity or event is completely voluntary and such participation entails unavoidable risks of personal injury and loss or damage to personal property.