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Recreation And Wellness Center

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RECREATION & WELLNESS CENTER 2013-2014 CATALOG

SERVICE • I NTEGRITY • R E SPECT • E XCELLENCE • L EADER

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Vision To be a dynamic department, renowned for its outstanding facilities and service, that positively engages every student and member of the TSU community.

Mission To establish and maintain a recreation and wellness center that will support broad-based programming to educate and provide opportunities for the practical application of services that would promote lifelong health and wellness for Texas Southern University students, faculty, staff, alumni and other community members who might not otherwise have access to such services and programs.

Values The Department of Campus Recreation values personal achievement and success through: Service: Integrity: principles; moral uprightness.

Respect: Admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements.

Excellence: Leadership: organization.

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AUGUST MONDAY-THURSDAY 8AM-8PM FRIDAY 8A-7P SATURDAY 12PM- 8PM SUNDAY CLOSED

NOVEMBER MONDAY-THURSDAY 7AM-10PM FRIDAY 7AM-8PM SATURDAY 11AM-8PM SUNDAY 3PM-8PM

SEPTEMBER

ADJUSTMENTS: NOV. 27TH (WEDS.) 7AM-8PM

MONDAY-THURSDAY 7AM-10PM FRIDAY 7AM-8PM SATURDAY 11A-8PM SUNDAY 3PM-8PM

CLOSURES: NOV. 11TH (MON.) NOV. 28TH-30TH: THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY (THUR.-FRI.)

MONDAY-THURSDAY 7AM-10PM FRIDAY 7AM-8PM SATURDAY 11AM-8PM SUNDAY 3PM-8PM CLOSURES: COLUMBUS DAY- OCT. 14TH (MON.) HOMECOMING OCT. 19TH (SAT.)

Students: Free Community: $25 per month Alumni: $20 per month Senior Citizens: $10 per month 3 months payment in advance is required.

Payment Methods

Payroll Deduction: T re eligible to have their membership fee deducted directly from their TSU paycheck via payroll deduction. Patrons who choose not to have their membership fee deducted from their paycheck or for community members can pay monthly at the Recreation Center by cash, check or Money Order.

Guest Passes

1 identification card or Tiger Key Tag may purchase a Guest Pass at the Member Services Desk. All

guests of the TSU Recreation Center are required to purchase a Guest Pass at a rate

DECEMBER

SPECIAL EVENTS: HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR MONDAY- THURSDAY 7AM-10PM 10A-2P WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 18TH FRIDAY 7AM-8PM

OCTOBER

Membership

Any TSU Recreation and Wellness Center Member who presents their valid Tiger

CLOSURES: LABOR DAY : SEPTEMBER 2ND (MON.) BASKETBALL COURTS ONLY SEPTEMBER 17TH UNTIL 5PM SEPT. 18TH SEPTEMBER 25TH UNTIL 5PM SEPT. 26TH

Informal Recreation is the everyday unstructured use of recreational facilities; dropin or by reservation. Activities include swimming, basketball, volleyball, badminton, weightlifting, walking or running, and cardiovascular training.

SATURDAY 11AM-8PM SUNDAY 3PM-8PM

ADJUSTMENTS: DEC. 8TH-12TH : MON.-THURS. 7AM8PM DEC. 13TH : FRI. 7AM-7PM CLOSURES: COMMENCEMENT: DEC. 14TH (SAT.)

and Wellness Member must present their valid TIGER 1 identification card and the guest must provide other photo identification proving he or she is at least 16 the time purchased until the TSU Recreation Center closes that day, and are only valid when a current member of the Recreation and Wellness Center accompanies the guest. Members are limited to two (2) Guest Passes during the same day. Guest Passes will only be issued twice per semester to each guest. If a guest would like entrance to the TSU Recreation Center more than twice a semester, a membership right to deny access to any person at any time.

Patron Attire

In each recreational area, members must wear appropriate exercise attire for personal safety and maintenance of facilities. No tops, sports bras, or overly revealing shorts are allowed in the Recreation Center. Clothing must not be o ve, suggestive, or overly revealing. Non-marking athleticfootwear must be worn on the hardwood floors. Appropriateness of clothing will be held to the discretion of the sta of the TSU Recreation and Wellness Center.

Employment

Campus Rec. values the support of our students and is always looking to hire health and fitness enthusiast to our team. Applications are available upon request.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Informal Recreation

CALENDAR

Recreation and Wellness Pro Shop service and some necessary items (for sale) to better help you enjoy your workouts.

Items for Sale Many items are available for purchase to help suit your needs at the Member Services Desk. Items include water, t-shirts, locks, ball caps, swim caps, weight gloves, etc.

Day-Use Lockers Day-Use lockers are free lockers without attached combination locks. Any member or guest of the Recreation and Wellness Center who brings his or her own combination lock may use a Day-Use locker. Items from the Day-Use Locker must be removed on a daily staff reserve the right to discard items left overnight in Day Use Lockers. Participants should not leave items in a locker without securing it.

Locker Rentals Half and full size lockers with the attached combination lockers are available for rent followed: Fall Semester is August 15th to December 15th, Spring Semester is January 4th to May 20th and Summer Semester is

Personal Items

June 1st to August 6th. Unless the locker is renewed by the end date, items must be removed at the end of each semester. Failure to remove items will result in removal of contents by the TSU Recreation staff.

Center assumes no responsibility for personal items. All patrons are encouraged to secure their own possessions in the lockers, day-use locker, or cubbyholes (located in the Fitness Center).

Contents that have been removed from an expired locker will be stored for 1 month, after which if unclaimed by the owner, will

to the Member Services staff, which will assist in filing a report.

Recreation and Wellness Center will not be liable for these items after the one-month time period. Participants should not leave items in a locker without securing it. TSU Recreation and Wellness is not liable for lost, damaged or stolen items left unattended in the facility or in lockers.

Food and beverages may only be consumed in the food court. Only water in clear plastic containers may be brought into program areas.

Towel Service Members may check out towels in the TSU Recreation and Wellness Center on a daily basis. Towels can be rented out and returned at the Fitness Center Desk. Members must leave his or her Tiger 1 Card with a Fitness Center Attendant in order to check out a towel. If a member is interested in a towel service membership along with his or her locker membership, it may be purchased at the Member Services Desk for a nominal fee.

All payments can be made with cash, check, or money order.

Food and Beverages

Lost and Found Center Lost and Found are located at the Member Services Desk. Items that are recovered or found in the Recreation and Wellness Center should be reported and brought to the Member Services Desk.

Tobacco and Alcohol Use Smoking or any type of tobacco use is prohibited in the Recreation Center.

Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in the Center. Additionally, use of the facility under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Posting, Etc. All posters, flyers, signs, and etc, must be approved by the administration and may only be placed in designated ness Center retains the right to limit the number, location, and duration of postings and may remove any printed media at any time. For more information contact: Member Service Manager, at (713) 313-6885.

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FITNESS & WELLNESS Fitness Assessments

Fitness Assessments are offered to all Rec. members for no additional fee. Visit the Wellness Education Center to sign up.

A Fitness Assessment must be completed before patrons are eligible for personal training packages

Personal Training INDIVIDUAL 1 SESSION $18 3 SESSIONS $48 6 SESSIONS $90* (receive 2 free sessions) 16 SESSIONS $224 Prices are subject to change GROUP TRAINING 2 or more flat rate $14 per person 3-session purchase minimum.

Prices are subject to change.

Seniorcize Program

Seniorcize is a modified intensity group exercise program designed to help participants improve quality of life through structured strength training. It is ideal for persons of advanced years who are just beginning their fitness activities or starting over. All of the movements in the classes are done at individual pace and can be modified for those who have limited range of motion or special joint consideration.

Group Exercise is to assist members of the Texas Southern community in reaching their fitness goals. Our mission is to provide all of our members with a safe effective workout, and promote a healthier style of living.

Classes are subject to change.

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Tiger Boot Camp A high intensity workout class that uses a combo of strength and endurance training to help participants achieve their fitness goals.

Cardio Kickboxing Consist of a series of drills set to music including shadow boxing, various types of kicks, shuffling, punching, and kicking combinations Yoga A Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility, improvement of flexibility, and overall wellness.

Zumba Zumba combines high energy and a motivating fusion of Latin and International music with unique moves and combinations that allow participants to dance their way to fitness.

Abs and Body Toning Designed to build strength, condition, and tone the abdominal and lower back muscles.

H.I.I.T (High Intensity Internal Training) An unbelievable full body workout using challenging, high intensity combinations of circuits and weight training. Test your limits in this ultimate test of strength and conditioning! (Recommended for the more advanced group ex. members).

Flirty Girl Tiger Express to learn dance routines provide the perfect combo of cardio and strength training.

Participants feel like they’re part f a music video, rather than a cardio crazy, core chiseling, arm sculpting workout class.

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Training and Zumba, all packed into a 30-minute class. For a quick and fun cardio workout, come join the “all-stars.”

Aquatics Center is the home to the only pool on campus. pool serves for academic as well as recre-

ational purposes. design and implement a variety of Aquatics programs that will enhance the health and well-being and quality of life for TSU students, faculty, staff and the surrounding community.

Adult Learn to Swim Adults are able to learn to swim with an experience instructor in a safe and comfortable environment. Beginner classes are offered for those who need to be introduced to basic swim techniques. We also offer advanced classes for individuals who want to strengthen their swim skills. For information, call 713-313-6811.

Lap swim and Activity Hours Recreational swimming and conditioning is open for students, faculty, and staff on a regular basis. Activities such as water polo, volleyball, basketball or recreational swimming can be scheduled for groups at our members’ leisure.

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REC SPORTS

Intramural Sports

Intramural Sports are structured competitive and recreational sports and activities designed for all students, faculty program features on campus team and individual competition in a variety of sports.

All IM Spor rec divisions for each spor red.

Club Sports

Sport Clubs are student ran organizations that are created with the purpose of furthering their common interest in activities through participation and competition.

al or instructional. All active TSU Sport Clubs are registered campus organizations.

Sports can also represent the university in intra-collegiate competitions and activiRec. ties. For more information, contact: Sports Dept. at 713-313-6897.

Current Active Clubs Basketball (Men’s) Basketball (Women’s) Boxing Latin Dance Power lifting Table Tennis Soccer (Men’s)

Informal Recreation

Available Activities: Basketball Badminton Cardio Training Fitness Assessments Group Exercise Indoor Soccer Equipment Checkouts Personal Training Swimming Volleyball Weight Training Facility Reservation Procedure It is recommended that any party wanting to use a Department of Recreation facility should submit their request in writing via the Facility Reservation Form at least two weeks prior to the event. Requests are typically processed 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Confirmation of approval or denial of the reservation will be sent via email or phone call by the Facility Manager. All applicable fees must be paid or payment arrangement must be confirmed at least 1 week prior to event. For more information, please contact: 713-313-6813

LEAGUES 6x6 Volleyball 7x7 Flag Football

DIVISIONS

REGISTRATION REGISTRATION CAPTAIN’S START OPENS CLOSES MEETING DATE

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8/19

9/16 (12pm)

9/16 (7pm)

9/18

M, W, Co-Rec

8/19

9/23

9/24 (7pm)

9/28

M, W

8/19

10/12(12pm)

10/2 (7pm)

10/3

Dodge Ball

M, W, Co-Rec

8/19

10/21 (12pm)

10/22 (5pm)

10/22

5x5 Invitational Tournament

M, W, Co-Rec

8/19

11/11 (12pm)

11/11 (7pm)

11/12

3x3 Basketball

TOURNAMENTS

Steps to Starting a New Club: 1 Meet with the Club Sports Coordinator if you plan to create a new club.

2 3 Register your organization with the Student Activities department. All new

clubs must attend the mandatory Student Organization workshop.

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(all must be current students who will participate in that prticular sport) to the

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Fantasy Football

START DATE OPEN

8/19

9/4

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9/5

**NCAA 2014 (Xbox 360)

OPEN

8/19

9/17(6pm)

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9/17

NFL Weekly Pick ‘Em Contest

OPEN

8/19

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9/22

**9-Ball Billiards

OPEN

8/19

9/24 (6pm)

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9/24

**Spades Tournament

OPEN

8/19

10/8 (6pm)

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10/8

**Madden 2014 (Xbox 360)

OPEN

8/19

10/29 (6pm)

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10/29

**Team Bowling

OPEN

8/19

11/5 (6pm)

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11/5

**Dominoes Tournament

OPEN

8/19

11/12 (6pm)

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11/19

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TSU Intramural ac vi es are available to all student, faculty and staff! The cost to par cipate in any IM event is $3.00 per person. For more informa on contact the IM sports department at 713.313.6897