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COVID GUIDELINES

September 1, 2020[email protected]Announcements

Due to the impacts of COVID-19, there are many new procedures required to conform to physical distancing requirements and the need to maintain high cleanliness standards.  Riverwalk Athletic Club will be taking a phased approach to reopening based on COVID guidelines and the safety of us all.  Step 1: Gym Floor and Pool Access, begins September 14th, 2020.  Step 2: Limited group exercise class schedule and Saturday open hours begin November 2nd, 2020.

 

Gym Floor, Pool, and Group Class Access

  • Members will need to sign up for a time to visit the club and complete a COVID health screening questionnaire and waiver prior to each visit.  The waiver must be completed ON THE DAY of your visit, not sooner, and it can be completed on our website or in person on paper.
  • Sign-ups will be for the pool, gym floor, or group classes and can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Please give everyone a chance to schedule, so no back to back scheduling, just ask the front desk if you want to stay longer if there is space they will add you to the schedule for COVID tracking.
  • Time blocks will be set for 90-minute gym floor access, 45-minute pool access, or 1 group class.
  • Please see MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION on the home page for details on the sign up procedure.
  • Childcare, lockers, saunas, showers, water fountains, and the hot tub will remain closed until the state restrictions lower.
  • Personal Trainers are available, see our trainer’s page on the website to contact them directly for more information about their services.
  • Some group exercise classes are available including yoga, gentle yoga, toning, tai chi for arthritis, body soul breath, and power RAC, check our website for the schedule.
  • Aqua, cycle, and our other classes will be starting at a later date.
  • Recommended products that are effective against COVID-19 will be used throughout each day.
  • All High Touch Areas will be cleaned and disinfected often. (Door handles, sinks, toilets, soap & hand sanitizer dispensers).
  • Gym equipment will be cleaned and disinfected by the member after each use and by staff members on a routine basis.
  • A hand towel and spray bottle will be issued to each member upon arrival to be used to disinfect equipment before and after use.
  • Pool and gym towels will be available upon request but we encourage you to bring your own.
  • There will be designated areas for clean and used shared items such as pens, towels, and spray bottles.
  • Drinking fountains will be closed and members are encouraged to bring their own water bottles.
  • No lobby seating or magazines will be available.
  • Locker rooms will be available for changing and for restroom purposes only. There will be no locker usage, no showers, no shaving, no blow dryer use, no washing your body or hair in the sink, and no storing personal items in the locker room.  Social distancing guidelines must be followed.
  • Personal items should be stored in the cubbies in the main hall, or on a chair in the pool area when swimming.
  • For gym floor access, members must come dressed and prepared for their workout. For pool access, members must come showered and in proper swim attire.
  • Some equipment will either be removed or blocked off to maintain a 6-foot distance between individuals when using them.
  • Yoga and gym mats will not be provided. Members are encouraged to bring their own.
  • Everyone must wear a mask over their mouth and nose at all times while in the club. Bandanas, buffs, and gaiters are NOT acceptable face coverings.
  • If using the pool, masks will be taken off immediately prior to entering the water and put back on immediately after exiting the water.
  • Proper social distancing guidelines of 6 feet must be observed by members.
  • Entry will be through the single door off of the hotel stairwell and exit will be through the club’s double doors.
  • Members must sanitize their hands upon entering the facility.
  • Members will scan their key tag each time they come for their scheduled visit.
  • There will be no congregating or group socializing in the entry way or any other areas of the club.
  • New members welcome!

Our staff is committed to doing everything we can to make your visit a safe one. Each and every one of our employees will…..

  • Follow illness policy and complete a daily health screening questionnaire.
  • Wash/sanitize hands before and after their shift and at regular intervals during their shift.
  • Will physically distance themselves 6 feet from members and other staff members when standing or sitting in one place.
  • Will have limited-to-no contact with members and other staff members.
  • Will be trained on procedures and prepared to enforce social distancing procedures.
  • Will wear a mask at all times and wear gloves when cleaning.

 

 

 

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