Gym rules & regulations - Concordia University

During operating hours of the PERFORM Gym, participants have access to the area and equipment for the purpose of exercise. A PERFORM Gym monitor is on duty at all times to ensure the general oversight of the PERFORM Gym. Participants knowingly exercise autonomously and assume all inherent risks associated with exercise.
All users must adhere to the PEROFRM Gym Access and Code of Conduct, which includes the gym etiquette (e.g. no food or colored beverage on the gym floor, clean indoor running shoes, no lengthy phone calls (1mins or more), no pictures or videos on the gym floor, use of crash pads for weightlifting, etc.). See below for more details.
The PERFORM Gym is closed on statutory holidays.

You must show your participant access card at the main reception and keep your access card on you while on the School's gym floor. Due to the School’s unique security requirements as a research centre, there can be NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule.
Replacement card: a replacement card can be purchased for $4.99.
Refund policy: Individuals are eligible for a refund. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the School of Health in order to receive a refund for the unused portion of the access card. A refund will be calculated based on the date of the written refund request. An administrative fee of 10% of the total value of the participant access card will be charged.
Medical hold: Upon submitting a written request, a participant may request a hold on their participant access card for a maximum of six months. The participant must submit their request with their participant access card. To reactivate the participant access card, the participant is required to submit a medical clearance note for activity from a recognized health care professional.

Participants must sign a waiver at registration indicating that they will observe all of the regulations for access to and use of the facilities.
Program participants will be comprised of a diverse population who may be experiencing challenging health situations. As a user of the gym area, we ask that you be aware of the delicate nature of some of our participants and respect their needs.
All users are required to adhere to the University’s Code of Rights and Responsibilities, that intends to promote and protect the values of civility, equity, respect, non-discrimination and an appreciation of diversity as well as support members who have experienced or are experiencing conduct that violates these fundamental values. All members may reasonably expect to pursue their work, studies, and other activities related to university life in a safe and civil environment.
PERFORM Gym monitors may ask any patron to leave the facility if necessary. The management of the School of Health has the right to revoke access card privileges in case of lack of respect and adherence to the full access and code of conduct.

All personal items must be stored in the locker rooms. Participants without a lock may purchase one at the front desk.
No contents can be left in lockers once you leave the School of Health. Locks left on lockers will be cut and contents of locker will be placed in lost and found. Only gold and platinum members may leave contents in their lockers overnight.
No sports bags or handbags on the gym floor.
Equipment and space on the gym floor may be reserved for research activities. Steps will be taken to ensure that advance notice is given when equipment will not be available for use.
iPods, cell phones, smartphones or any listening device may be used in the gym for personal audio use only.
Taking pictures or videos on the gym floor or in the locker room is strictly prohibited.
Only sport training clothing, such as T-shirt, sweat pants, and other athletic warm-up gear are to be worn on the gym floor. Jeans, jean shorts, any article of clothing with zippers or rivets and other regular outdoor attire are not permitted on the gym floor.
Athletic footwear (closed toe and heel) must be worn by all users while training in the facility. No slides or sandals are permitted on the floor. No outside footwear.

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