Healthy Living Policies

HEALTH AND WELLNESS GUIDELINES

To ensure a safe facility with safe programs for our members, the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region has created and will uphold the following guidelines for the Healthy Living Center.

• Appropriate workout attire must be worn. Please see general policies for more information.
• Wipe down all machines, benches, and equipment with the provided solution and towel when you are finished using them.
• Allow others to rotate in while using weight machines, especially during busy times.
• All weights and training accessories should be returned to the provided racks.
• Please limit time to 30 minutes on cardio equipment when others are waiting.
• Closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times.
• Profanity and abusive language is not permitted.
• Please see a healthy living floor attendant or the front desk for an orientation if unfamiliar with any equipment.
• Only water bottles are permitted in the Healthy Living Center. No other food is permitted in the Healthy Living Center.
• Elevation training masks are not allowed to be used in YMCA facilities.
• Only YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region certified staff are allowed to utilize YMCA facilities and equipment for individual or group personal training and/or coaching services.

AGE POLICIES

Healthy Living Center Youth Policies

Due to safety concerns, children under 6 years of age are not able to use the Healthy Living Center.

Healthy Living Area Banding Guidelines

If you have completed youth orientation and have Red Band (Youth 7-10), you may:

• Use any machine or equipment that has a red sticker.
• Use Cardio Equipment under the supervision of a member 16 years or older.
• Attend group exercise classes (without weights) under the supervision of a member 16 years or older.
• Take a cycling class under the supervision of a member 16 years or older and meet the height requirements.

If you have completed a youth orientation and have a Blue Band (Ages 11-13), you may:

• Use any machine that has a blue sticker or red sticker.
• Use cardio equipment and the track.
• Use any strength equipment with a blue sticker or red sticker.
• Take group exercise classes.
• Take cycling classes if you meet the height requirements.

If you are 14 years or older, you may use all equipment and facilities.