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 General Kroc Policies   Code of Conduct 

The Boston Kroc Center offers a wide range of programs and activities that utilize the gymnasium and fitness spaces. These spaces are designed for multi-purpose use and are utilized by several Salvation Army departments and programs. If/when these spaces are rented by outside groups, the expectations below remain in effect. The general list below regulates the behavior of those who enter. In order that all users might enjoy the experience at the Boston Kroc Center your compliance is most appreciated. Most importantly, we want all users to honor God in thought, speech, action, and presentation of self.

Child Facility Access

• Ages 0 -12 must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at the Kroc Center.
• Ages 13 - 15 may only use the circuit series and fitness equipment after completing a Teen Fit orientation with a staff member. Call or visit the Fitness Desk for more information.
• Ages 16+ may use the entire facility.

Fitness Center & Gym Guidelines

• Kind, respectful, and non-abusive or threatening language is expected always.
• All gym bags are to be secured in a locker.
• All food must be eaten before entering the Fitness area and/or Gymnasium.
• No hanging on basketball rims.
• No sitting on bleachers when they are closed.
• Music must be played in headphones and not audible/heard by others.
• The Kroc Center reserves the right to provide accommodations for all users if/when necessary. This means separating the gym by lowering the curtain, lowering or raising the basketball hoops, limiting game time, or enforcing a point max on each game.
• Personal training and Sports Training of any kind is prohibited and permitted only by Kroc Center Staff.
• The opening and closing of bleachers must be performed only by an authorized staff member.
• The Salvation Army is not responsible for personal belongings lost or stolen in the facility. Please bring your own lock and use a locker while participating in an activity. All locks must be removed after your workout. All locks will be removed daily by the center staff at 8pm.
• Please report any equipment problems to a Recreation & Fitness Department staff member.
• No solicitation or loitering.
• Appropriate, safe, and family-friendly attire is expected (read below):
  • Athletic Shoes: Athletic shoes with proper ankle, heel, and arch support. Athletic shoes with non-marking rubber soles. Examples: Running shoes, athletic walking shoes, basketball shoes, sneakers, high tops, aerobic shoes. Not Permitted: Boots, cleats, Timberlands, flip flops, crocks, open-toed sandals, heels, working shoes, socks, and bare feet.
  • Athletic Pants: Athletic material such as cotton Lycra, nylon, spandex, terry cloth, or polyamide that allows the skin to breath and does not constrict blood flow. Examples: Sports pants, fitness tights, sweatpants. Not Permitted: Jeans, cargo pants, frayed or torn pants, BDUs, provocative clothing, pants with zippers, buckles, loops, rivets, or buttons.
  • Athletic Shorts: Athletic material such as cotton Lycra, nylon, spandex, terry cloth, or polyamide that allows the skin to breathe and does not constrict blood flow. Examples: Sports gym shorts, bike shorts. Not Permitted: Jean/cargo shorts, frayed or torn shorts, provocative clothing, shorts with zippers, buckles, loops, rivets, or buttons.
  • Athletic Shirts: Athletic material such as cotton Lycra, nylon, spandex, terry cloth, or polyamide that allows the skin to breathe and does not constrict blood flow. Examples: T-shirts, tank tops, muscle shirts, nylon cotton mesh, and women’s workout shirts. Not Permitted: Bare chest, low cut, cut-offs, jogging/sports bra, derogatory verbiage, mid-drift shirts exposing excessive skin, plastic/rubber suits.
  • Accessories: Any item that can get caught on equipment and cause injury to self or others and/or damage to equipment. Not Permitted: Excessive jewelry or metal attachments including rings, chains, pagers, phones, and keys while using the equipment.
• Be responsible and return all borrowed equipment to the fitness desk when finished.
• To use the rock-climbing wall or high ropes course, you must have signed all appropriate activity waivers and must be supervised by an authorized staff member. 

VIOLATIONS OF ANY OF THESE POLICIES MAY RESULT IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES BEING SUSPENDED OR TERMINATED.

The Policies are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Salvation Army.