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Rec Center Fitness Room Rules

Park Authority employees and authorized volunteer staff have been trained and are obligated to enforce these rules and regulations. Failure to abide by these rules may also result in violators being ejected from the park immediately and prohibited from future use of park property, facilities or services.

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  • Children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the Fitness Center at any time. 
  • Strollers and baby carriers are not permitted in the Fitness Center. 
  • Teens (ages 12-15) may use fitness equipment only when accompanied by a paying adult (age 18 or older) who is responsible for direct supervision.  
  • Proper fitness attire is required. Shirts, shorts or pants, and rubber-soled athletic shoes that cover the entire foot must be always worn. Bathing suits and clothing with exposed metal rivets or parts are not permitted. 
  • Camera use and video recording others is strictly prohibited. 
  • Only Fairfax County Park Authority staff and personal trainers performing within the scope of their duties may train or instruct clients or customers. No unauthorized personal trainers, instructors, coaches or physical therapists are allowed to use Fairfax County Park Authority facilities to train or instruct clients/customers. 
  • Food is not permitted in the fitness room. Closed metal and/or plastic beverage containers are allowed.  
  • Handle all equipment with care. Do not drop, throw, slam or bang equipment.  
  • No bags or personal belongings are allowed in the equipment area. Please use cubbies or lockers.  
  • Customers are responsible for wiping down equipment after each use and returning the weight plates and dumbbells to the racks provided. 
  • Fairfax County Park Authority is not responsible for personal belongings lost or stolen from the facility. 

Reminders 

For your safety and the safety of all our patrons, follow instruction of our staff at all times. Please help us make our Fitness Center a safe and welcoming place for everyone: 

  • Limit use of cardio equipment to 30 minutes when others are waiting. 
  • Allow others to “work in” (share) circuit equipment between sets.  
  • Only listen to music while using headphones/earbuds. 
  • Avoid wearing colognes, perfumes or any fragrances with a heavy odor. 
  • Use equipment safely and within your ability. Please use a spotter when lifting free weights. 
  • Treat our equipment like it was yours — wipe it down/return it.  
  • Report any equipment problems to fitness staff and/or front desk staff.
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