Hollis Center Policies

• It is required that all Stetson students/faculty/staff/alumni provide their Stetson University Identification Card to gain access to the Hollis Center facilities as well as all Wellness & Recreation programs.
• Users must complete the Wellness & Recreation Liability Waiver prior to first-time use.
• Users must be Stetson Students or 18 years of age unless accompanied and directly supervised by an adult (age 18 or older).
• If a patron forgets their Stetson ID card, they will be allowed to enter the facility on the first instance. Each member is granted one use of this policy per semester.
• Entry to the facility must be made through the main entrance. Side and rear exits are alarmed and to be used only in emergency situations when directed by staff.
• Food and drink are allowed in approved areas of the recreation facility. For a list of approved areas see the Wellness and Recreation Staff.
• Enclosed water bottles are allowed in activity areas; however, no glass containers are allowed.
• No alcohol products of any kind are allowed in any recreational facilities. Patrons suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be asked to leave the facility immediately.
• Utilization of bicycles, in-line skates, long-boards, skateboards and motorized scooters are not allowed inside the Hollis Center. Bikes and scooters must be stored in designated areas outside the facility. Skateboards and in-line skates must be carried and stored in a locker or cubby.
• Patrons may not provide training to, conduct business with, or solicit funds from other members, guests, or staff.
• All patrons using the Hollis Center must wear athletic tops and shorts or pants. If clothing allows for skin to contact a bench, padding, or mat, users must have a towel or another shirt between their skin and the surface.
• Non-marking, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn in all activity spaces. Any patron wearing shoes that mark the court floors will be asked to change shoes before they may continue participation. Patrons may not participate in socks or bare feet (except while in a fitness class as directed by the instructor).
• Personal music players must be used with headphones. Broadcasting music is prohibited.
• The Hollis Center does not allow photographs or videotaping in the facility without prior approval from the Department of Wellness and Recreation.
• Activity spaces must be kept clear of personal items. Backpacks and gear bags should be stored in lockers or cubbyholes within activity spaces. Bags lying on the floor within activity spaces will be moved.
• All items left within recreational facilities will be collected and held for up to two weeks. Items left after two weeks will be donated.
• The department is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Patrons are encouraged to leave valuables at home or use the lockers provided.
• Animals are not allowed in the facility or pool areas unless they are specifically trained to aid in
• the mobility of their owners.
• Facility hours are subject to change by Wellness and Recreation.
• Patrons exhibiting abusive behavior, either verbally or physically, toward another patron or Wellness and Recreation Staff will be asked to leave the facility immediately. If a patron refuses to leave the facility upon request of a Wellness and Recreation Staff member, Public Safety will be contacted to remove the patron.
• All facility users are expected to be responsible, courteous, and safety-conscious always. Users who disregard the policy will be asked to leave the facility.
• Patrons are expected to always follow the direction of the Wellness and Recreation Staff.
• The Wellness and Recreation Department reserves the right to restrict and/or refuse admittance to its facilities and programs. All University and Departmental policies and procedures must be complied with including those for each area at all times.
• Users work out at their own risk.

Aerobics /Spin Room

• Be considerate and wipe down equipment after use. Users must return equipment to the proper place after use.
• Appropriate music, played at a non-disruptive noise level, may be enjoyed in the room as agreed upon by all those using the space.

Multi-Purpose Theatre

• Users must be Stetson Students or 18 years of age to use this fitness space.
• The use of chalk when working out is not permitted.
• Personal music players must be used with headphones. Broadcasting music is prohibited.
• Be considerate and wipe down equipment after use. Users must return equipment to the proper place after use.
• User time on each piece of equipment is limited to thirty (30) minutes when someone is waiting. Please do not monopolize equipment and when possible, allow others to work in it. Be considerate and wipe down equipment after use.
• Workout cables must always be used with attachments.

Fitness/Cardio Room

• Users must be Stetson Students or 18 years of age to use this fitness space.
• The use of chalk when working out is not permitted.
• Personal music players must be used with headphones. Broadcasting music is prohibited.
• Be considerate and wipe down equipment after use. Users must return equipment to the proper place after use.
• User time on each piece of equipment is limited to thirty (30) minutes when someone is waiting. Please do not monopolize equipment and when possible, allow others to work in it. Be considerate and wipe down equipment after use.
• Workout cables must always be used with attachments.
• Please do not throw or drop weights from an inappropriate height.
• Weight belts are not permitted on exercise equipment where the belt buckles contact the upholstery.
• Workout cables must always be used with attachments.

Rinker Fieldhouse

• Users are free to use the space except for when the space has been reserved. Scheduled events and activities have priority for the use of one or more of the courts in the field house.
• Users are responsible for picking up/removing all trash after use.
• Floor taping is prohibited.
• Hanging on basketball rims or nets and practicing dunking is not permitted.
• The volleyball equipment must be set up and taken down by departmental staff only.
• The noise must be kept at a level that is not disruptive to other gym users.

• Users must be Stetson Students or 18 years of age, unless accompanied and directly supervised by an adult (age 18 or older).
• Shower before entering and wear appropriate swim attire.
• Flotation devices of any kind are not permitted.
• Disorderly conduct and disruptive behavior (running, diving, dunking, fighting, profanity, etc.) will not be tolerated at any time.
• Food and drinks are not permitted except for beverages in closed containers.
• Diving is not allowed in the shallow end.
• Patrons must stay off lane lines.
• Do not swallow the pool water or swim when ill.
• Lifeguards are on duty for your safety. Follow their directions at all times.
• Users must be fully clothed before re-entering the Hollis Center.
• No glass or animals are allowed in the pool or on the pool deck.
• Pool hours: Dawn to Dusk.
• Maximum Pool Occupancy: 102 Persons. Maximum Depth = 7ft.

All users of the Hollis Center must present a valid Stetson University identification card (with the date indicated) for admission to the activity areas.

• Current Stetson students, alumni, faculty, staff or employee dependents 
• Stetson Alumni may use the Hollis Center by obtaining a current ID card from the Alumni Office at 822-7480.
• Guests must be accompanied by a student, alumnus, faculty or staff member at all times. The number of users admitted to the facility may be restricted, based on facility demand.

All Hollis Center users and guests must sign a waiver before using the facility.

Conduct of Hollis Center Users: All Hollis Center users are expected to be responsible, courteous, and safety conscious at all times. Students are expected to abide by the Stetson University code of conduct. Disorderly conduct, abuse or misuse of the facility and its equipment, or disregard for Hollis Center policies will not be tolerated. Users who disregard policy will be asked to leave the facility and may be suspended from use of the Hollis Center.

• All guests must be accompanied by a student, alumnus, faculty, or staff member.
• Guests must check in at the lobby information desk, present a photo ID, and sign a liability waiver.
• Hollis Center users must be 18 years of age or older, unless accompanied by an adult, and must provide proof of age on request.
• Students, alumni, faculty, or staff are responsible for the conduct and actions of their guests and must always accompany them.
• A student, alumnus, faculty or staff member may bring a maximum of three guests at one time. Guests may enter up to six times a month.
• Dependents are not permitted to bring guests.
• Guests may not check out equipment. Students, alumni, faculty, or staff must check out and be responsible for equipment used by their guests.
• Individuals seeking admittance to the Hollis Center may not solicit members to sponsor them as a guests.
• Wellness and Recreation Staff reserves the right to refuse admittance to a guest.

This policy is being implemented to reduce the risk of bacterial disease transmission, prolong the life of the equipment, mitigate risk, and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all patrons.

• Athletic tops and shorts or pants. If clothing allows for skin to contact with a bench, padding, or mat, users must have a towel or another shirt between their skin and the surface.
• Non-marking, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn in all activity spaces. Any patron wearing shoes that mark the court floors will be asked to change shoes before they may continue participation. Crocs are not permitted in any activity space.
• Shoes must be always worn in all locations of the facility. Patrons may not participate in socks or bare feet (except while in a fitness class as directed by the instructor).
• Shorts/pants should be free of belts, studs, rivets, and zippers.