Fitness Centre Policies
- Access: Use your personal membership card to enter. Cards are non-transferable.
- Age Requirements: Ages 16+ may use the Fitness Centre. Ages 13–15 please see our Teens in the Fitness Centre policy.
- Respect: Treat members, staff, and equipment with care and consideration.
- Footwear: Clean, closed-toe athletic shoes must be worn. Exception is when using the stretching platform.
- Personal Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene and wear clean clothing.
- Fragrance-Free: Fragrances are not allowed.
Cardio Equipment: Be mindful of time limits when others are waiting.
- Sharing Equipment: Share strength equipment and allow others to “work in” between sets.
- Equipment Care: Wipe down machines after use and return items to their place.
- Ask for Help: Please ask Fitness Staff for assistance with equipment if needed.
- Weight Dropping: Avoid dropping weights repeatedly or without control.
- Cell Phones: No phone use inside. Take calls outside the Fitness Centre.
- Belongings: Use cubbies or change room lockers to store bags and personal items.
- Food Policy: No food, gum, or glass bottles allowed.
- Photography: No photos or videos without prior approval.
- Personal Training: All sessions must be conducted by JCC Fitness staff. External Personal Trainers are not permitted to train clients at the JCC.
Fitness Class Policies
- Pre-Booking Required: All classes must be booked in advance. See the schedule or front desk for details.
- Age Requirements: Ages 16+ may attend alone. Ages 13–15 must be accompanied by a guardian.
- Arrive on Time: Please arrive before class begins. Late arrivals are disruptive and your booking may be given to someone on the waitlist.
- Drop-ins & Waitlist: If you’re on the waitlist or haven’t pre-booked, wait 5 minutes after class starts to check for open spots.
- Studio Entry: If another class is in session, please wait until it ends before entering to set up.
- Footwear: Clean, closed-toe athletic shoes are required (except for Yoga, Pilates, and Barre).
- Personal Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene and wear clean clothing.
- Fragrance-Free: Fragrances are not allowed.
- Equipment Care: Wipe down mats and equipment after use and return them to their proper place.
- Health & Safety: Let the instructor know if you’re new to exercise or have any injuries or medical conditions.
- Cell Phones: No phone use in class. Step outside to take calls.
- Belongings: Use cubbies or change room lockers to store bags and personal items.
- Food Policy: No food, gum, or glass bottles allowed.
- Photography: No photos or videos without prior approval.
- Class Changes: Classes and instructors may change without notice
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment!