Participation

Participation Agreement

All activities carry various degrees of risk or injury. Participants assume sole responsibility for any and all such risk or injury that may result due to voluntary participation. It is each individual's responsibility to be knowledgeable of his/her own physical condition when participating in any activity.

Participation Conduct

Please respect the facilities and the rights of other individuals. Any user who engages in any disorderly conduct is subject to immediate removal and loss of future privileges.

Student Recreation Center Policies

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    1. All facility rentals for campus recreation events, practices, programs, and camps can be submitted online with a facility rental request form. Please see the reservations tab for information and form submissions. 
      1. Facility Rentals : Campus Recreation : Texas State University
    2. All requests are reviewed and will receive communications regarding the request with in 24-72 hours of the submission
    3. University camp rentals can be made online through the customer portal webpage.
      1. Please go to our reservations tab for university camp information and rentals.
    4. Booking a multi-Purpose Room
      1. Bookings are different than renting a space. We allow same day 1 hour booking requests to be made in person at the front desk of the Student Recreation Center for multi-purpose room C and multi-purpose room D. 

    1. All users should comply with facility policies, procedures, and requests from facility staff. 
    2. Physical altercations or property damage could result in disciplinary action such as suspension from the facility.

  • Texas State University is committed to maintaining healthy and safe campuses in San Marcos and in Round Rock.

    The primary purpose of this policy is to establish university guidelines prohibiting smoking and the use of all tobacco products at the Texas State campuses in San Marcos and in Round Rock. Tobacco products include all types of tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, vaporizers, pipes, and hookahs.

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    1. Alcohol and glass are prohibited
    2. Bobcat Soccer Complex is off limits for general use
    3. Dispose of trash and recycling in designated cans
    4. Fields closed when gates are locked; unauthorized access may be considered trespassing
    5. No hitting of golf balls
    6. No vehicles, drones, scooters, skateboards, or hoverboards on the fields
    7. Observe all signs regarding field maintenance
    8. Only Campus Recreation scheduled activities are permitted on the fields
    9. Pets and bikes are not permitted
    10. Stay off fields when lines are chalked
    11. Texas State ID required upon request
    12. Unruly or disruptive actions are not permitted

  • Any organization or individual affiliated with the University must receive permission from the Department of Campus Recreation before soliciting in and around the Student Recreation Center. Solicitations include flyers, photos, video productions, surveys or questionnaires, etc.

    1. Photographs and film may not be published, sold, reproduced, transferred, distributed or otherwise commercially exploited in any manner whatsoever.
    2. Photography and filming is not permitted in Campus Recreation locker rooms or restroom facilities.
    3. All photography and filming must be conducted during operating hours and without disrupting Campus Recreation operations and service to its members or limiting access to equipment, stairwells, entrances/exits, high traffic areas or other high traffic locations within Campus Recreation facilities.
    4. Prior permission by all photographic subjects must be secured via a signed photo release.
    5. The Department of Campus Recreation reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to withhold and/or withdraw permission to photograph on its premises or to reproduce photographs of its facilities, members and staff.
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    1. All members should be wearing appropriate attire, such as t-shirts, shorts, fitness clothing, and tennis shoes while in the facility. Going bare foot (outside of the locker rooms or pool area) is not permitted. 
    2. Texas State students, faculty/staff and SRC members may purchase memberships for their dependents. Each dependent will need a special ID card made from Campus Recreation to be able to use the facility.
    3. Guests are allowed into the facility, when sponsored with a member affiliate present. Guest passes are $10, and a liability waiver must be signed upon payment. 
    4. We do not allow private lessons or coaching to occur in the facility, by anyone who is not Campus Recreation Staff. This includes examples such as personal training or basketball coaching. If you see this being done please notify a facility manager or professional staff. 
    5. All patrons should be wearing appropriate attire, such as t-shirts, shorts, fitness clothing, tennis shoes for the activities they are participating in. Going bare foot (outside of the locker rooms or pool area) is not permitted.
    6. Open container drinks and food are only permitted in the lounge areas of the facility. No open containers or food are allowed on the courts, weight room, pool, or climbing area. 
    7. Scooters or skateboards are not to be ridden inside the facility.
    8. Backpacks or personal items are encouraged to be placed in a locker, cubbies, or a bench of some sort. Avoiding blocking walkways is encouraged for safety purposes.
    9. Personal speakers are not permitted in the facility, except those used for Campus Recreation program use. 
    10. Sparring is not permitted in any area of the facility.
    11. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and are not permitted to use the weight room, functional space, cardio area, or climbing area. 
    12. Children must be 16 years or older to utilize the weight room, cardio space, functional room, or climbing area.
    13. Infants may not be left unattended at any point. 
    14. Strollers are not permitted on the track.

    Boxing Space

    1. Gloves/Wraps are required to use equipment 
    2. Tennis shoes must be worn at all times
    3. Users may not kick the bags or other people
    4. Sparring of any kind if not permitted 

    Racquetball Courts (when participating in playing racquetball)

    1. Eye goggles are recommended 
    2. Appropriate footwear is required 
    3. Children under 18 are required to wear goggles
    4. Same day, 1-hour bookings may be completed at the front desk

    1. Lap Lane Etiquette
      1. Expect to share a lane; 3 or more swimmers must circle swim.
      2. Try to swim with others of your own pace.
      3. Pass only when the passing lane (middle lane) is clear.
      4. Pass quickly and courteously.
      5. If you are passed, please move to the far-right side of the lane to allow room for passing.
      6. All attire and people entering water must be clean and sweat free.
    2. Additional Policies
      1. Persons under the age of 14 must not be in the pool without adult supervision.
      2. Non-swimming children must always be within an arm’s length of an adult.
      3. Pools close when it is lightning in the area. It will reopen once lightning has not struck for 30 minutes.
      4. Additional rules may be implemented by the TXST campus recreation staff for the health and safety of patrons.
    3. Prohibited Actions & Items
      1. Running, spitting, profanity, roughness, and rowdiness.
      2. Flips, back dives, or backward jumps.
      3. Hanging or pulling on lane ropes, flags, basketball goal or volleyball net.
      4. Smoking, vaping, food, or drinks other than water.
      5. Bandaids, hair pins and gum.
      6. Attire that reveals private parts.
      7. Glass items are not allowed in pool area.
      8. Extended breath holding activities are dangerous and prohibited.
      9. Pets in the pool are prohibited.
      10. Do not swim if you have been ill with diarrhea within the past 2 weeks.
      11. Changing diapers within 6 feet of the pool is prohibited.
      12. Non-potty trained children must wear swimming diapers.
      13. No swimming without lifeguards on duty.
    4. Pool Rental Policies
      1. Pool Rental Policies & Procedures can be found here. 

  • The Climbing Center is open during staffed hours to all individuals with a valid SRC membership.

    • A Climbing Center Acknowledgement of Risk and Policies form must be completed prior to participating at the Climbing Center
    • Participation in a Climbing Center orientation must be completed prior to participating at the Climbing Center
    • Patrons must check-in with a Climbing Center Attendant upon arrival and present a valid ID
    • Climbing shoes are required while climbing and bouldering
    • Bare feet are not permitted in the Climbing Center area
    • Helmets are available for use but are not required
    • The Figure-8 follow-through is the only knot permitted for tying-in at the Climbing Center
    • Climbing or belaying while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not permitted
    • The use of any mobile technology while climbing or belaying is not permitted
    • Lead Climbing is only permitted when designated lead climbing-certified staff are present
    • When lead climbers are present on the wall, the adjacent top-ropes may not be used if routes conflict
    • Unsafe conditions must be reported to a Climbing Center Attendant immediately

    All memberships and registrations are non-refundable.

    Minors Climbing Policy

    • All participants must be able to fit into a climbing harness. Climbing Center Attendants have the discretion to refuse any climbers who cannot wear a climbing harness as intended by the manufacturer
    • Climbers must weigh no less than 35 pounds and are recommended to be at least 6 years of age to climb
    • All minors must be accompanied by their parent and/or legal guardian when at the Climbing Center
    • Parent and/or legal guardians must remain in the Climbing Center area when their child is present
    • Minors climbing in the bouldering cave are required to have a spotter at all times

    Bouldering Policies

    • Spotters are strongly recommended when bouldering
    • All climbers must have at least an arm’s length of separation between themselves and other climbers
    • Bouldering is permitted on the climbing towers no higher than the first perma-draw, and if no other climbers are present on that section of the wall
    • No topping-out (climbing on top of) the bouldering wall.
    • Climbing shoes are required while bouldering. Bare feet are not permitted in the Climbing Center.

    Equipment Checkout Policies

    • All equipment available for check-out at the Climbing Center is free of charge with the purchase of a Climbing Center pass or membership, including: ropes, harnesses, helmets, belay devices, and shoes
    • Climbers assume all liability resulting from the use of personal equipment when climbing
    • Personal ropes and quick draws are not permitted at the Climbing Center
    • Loose chalk is not permitted at the Climbing Center unless confined to a sealed chalk ball. Loose chalk on its own is not allowed

    Belaying

    • Climbing Center Attendants are available to belay and to perform Belay Assessments as time allows
    • A Belay Assessment must be passed each academic year to belay
    • A Lead Skills Assessment must be passed each academic year to lead climb or lead belay
    • A palm down belay technique is required, with the brake hand remaining on the rope at all times
    • Belay Assessments are conducted using a tube-style braking device; Gri-Gri’s, or other assisted braking devices, are only permitted for use by Climbing Center staff
    • Belay cards must be clearly displayed on a belayer’s harness at all times while belaying
    • Verbal commands and a safety check are required before every climb

    1. Closed-toe shoes are required
    2. No open drink containers and/or food are permitted when in the weight room
    3. Please return all equipment to its proper location - including dumbbells, weight plates, benches etc.
    4. Clean equipment after each use
    5. Weighted lifts from the ground up must be controlled and safely returned to the ground
    6. Handles must be utilized on all cable-driven equipment. Cables and bulbs should not be grabbed directly
    7. Barbell collars/clips are required on loaded barbells
    8. Spotters are strongly encouraged
    9. Only campus recreation personal trainers are allowed to train clients in the SRC
    10. Users are expected to abide by all campus recreation policies and campus recreation staff requests

    WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO

    1. Utilize the lockers to store personal items
    2. Allow others to “work in” between sets, sharing is caring
    3. Ask our fitness attendants for assistance and spotting
    4. Be respectful of others personal space
    5. Treat all equipment with care
    6. Kee all equipment in their designated areas

  • All Sewell Park policies and procedures can be found here.

    1. Responsibilities of Reservation Holder
      1. The reservation holder must be present at camp for the duration of the reservation and is responsible for ensuring that all policies are followed by all members of their group.
    2. Gate Access
      1. Gate codes will be sent to reservation holders 24–72 hours before your stay.
      2. Access is for your group only—please don’t share gate codes with others.
      3. Use authorized entrances only; entry from the Blanco River or neighboring properties isn’t allowed.
    3. Check-in & Check-out
      1. Upon arrival, please pick up parking passes at headquarters
      2. Campsite/Lodges:
        1. Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
        2. Check-out: Noon 
      3. Day Passes
        1. Access Hours: 8am-8pm
    4. Parking and Navigation around Camp
      1. The speed limit is a maximum of 20 MPH.
      2. Please park in designated areas (see camp map)
      3. Keep vehicles on established roads or parking spaces.
      4. Maximum Vehicle Capacities:
        1. Campsites: Maximum of 2 vehicles
        2. Lodges have maximum of 6 vehicles
        3. Day sites have maximum of 2 vehicles
        4. Additional permits may be purchased here: ADD LINK
    5. Quiet Hours
      1. Quiet hours are 9:00PM - 8:00AM. Respect your neighbors and celebrate nature's night noises.
    6. Prohibited Items & Actions
      1. Glass of any kind outside of the Lodges
      2. Fireworks
      3. Motorized off-road vehicles
      4. RV's or pop up trailers
      5. Generators
      6. Window AC units
      7. Kegs
      8. Littering
      9. Feeding or harassing wildlife.
      10. Fishing without a license. More information can be found on the Texas Parks & Wildlife website.
      11. Camping outside the designated campsite; help us protect fragile plants and minimize soil compaction.
      12. Collecting plants, firewood, animals and artifacts; Take only memories and photographs. o For more information, visit: www.dontmovefirewood.org & leave no trace (add link) · Animals are prohibited at University Camp in accordance with UPPS 04.05.10 o Service Animals are permitted in accordance with UPPS 01.04.08 · Open carry of firearms is prohibited in accordance with UPPS 01.04.45
      13. Tobacco products include all types of tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, vaporizers, pipes, and hookahs are prohibited in accordance with UPPS No. 04.05.02
      14. Collection of fees or donations, in conjunction with the use of University Camp, without the explicit written permission from Campus Recreation.
      15. Drones without a filming permit from Texas State University
    7. Alcohol 
      1. Alcohol is permitted at University Camp in accordance with UPPS 05.03.03. 
      2. Individuals under 21 years of age found in the possession of or consuming alcohol will be immediately referred to the University Police Department for legal and academic recourse.
    8. Campfires & Burn Bans
      1. Campfires are permitted only in designated rings to avoid ground scarring and wildfires. 
      2. Click here for the current Burn Ban Status in Hays County
        1. Burn bans include the use of all fire, even for cooking, heat or light.
        2. The only exception is the use of charcoal and/or gas (no wood), in an elevated or portable stove, used exclusively for cooking.
    9. Hammocks
      1. No permanent anchors (like screws or eyebolts).
      2. Trees must be at least 8" in diameter where straps attach.
      3. Use straps at least 2" wide—nylon or polypropylene preferred.
      4. Add padding under straps to protect bark.
      5. Limit to two straps per tree.
      6. Don’t prune or cut plants for hammock space.
      7. Hang hammocks overnight only within your assigned campsite.
      8. Do not attach hammocks to park structures unless authorized.
    10. Swimming
      1. No lifeguards are on duty. We highly recommend that children and weak swimmers wear personal flotation devices.
    11. Cancellations, Refunds, Transfers, No-Shows:
      1. Cancel 10+ days before your reservation for a refund minus a $10 processing fee.
      2. No refunds for cancellations made within 10 days of reservation or for bad weather unless University Camp closes.
      3. No transfers—submit a cancellation/refund request and rebook online.

     

    University Camp Policy Violations

    The violation of any of the previously written University Camp Rules and Regulations may result in a fine.