Facilities Overview

In response to requests from students, the Center for Recreational Sports has added two private all-gender locker rooms in the Student Life Center. Our team has worked closely with the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Resource Center to make the most appropriate accommodations for our RIT community.

These spaces have been designed to provide a safe and inclusive locker area for students, faculty, staff, or alumni who identify as transgender and/or non-binary, who have or are transitioning, or simply don’t feel comfortable changing in front of other people and want to use the space for a bit more privacy.

The spaces are located within the gender-specific locker rooms in close proximity to the fitness and aquatic centers. Each locker room is restricted by swipe card access and has three showers and toilets, two sinks, and a small bench. Please watch this video on how to access the locker rooms from the SLC Quarter-Mile entrance.

The all-gender locker rooms are private and secure, only available to those with swipe card access during facility business hours. Access to the all-gender locker rooms must be requested. If you would like to request swipe card access, email the Student Life Center Main Office.

Request Swipe Card Access

Locker Room Rules

• Camera and video use is prohibited.
• Food and gum are prohibited.
• RIT is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Turn off showers and faucets after use.
• All gender restrooms are also available in the pool area and lower level Field House.
• Please keep locker rooms neat and clean.

Locker Use

• Tall lockers are for day-to-day use only.
• Locks found on tall lockers at the end of the day will be cut and the contents within will be removed.

This range is located north of N Lot. It is primarily used for Wellness class instruction and archery club practice.

Archery Range Policies

• Open dawn to dusk.
• The orange RIT Archery flag must be raised when the range is occupied.
• RIT ID or guest pass required. No public use.
• Use by reservation only through the SLC Main Office.  Reservations can only be made by an RIT Range Authorized user.  The person who makes the reservation is the one who must sign-out the key to the shed and the archery flag from the SLC Equipment Cage with their valid RIT ID.
• A minimum of two people is required for a reservation.
• At least one person is required to have RIT Archery Range Authorization (certified person who has their own equipment).
• An RIT Archery Range Authorized person may supervise up to two other people.
• An RIT Range Master is required for groups of four or more up to 25.
• Range Authorization is approved by the RIT Wellness Class Instructor or Range Master.
• RIT does not loan out archery equipment except during Wellness classes and club practices.
• Only target or field tips are allowed.
• The range may be closed for campus events such as Brick City, Imagine RIT and Commencement.
• In the event of an injury, call 585-475-3333.
   

Archery Range Etiquette

• The orange RIT Archery flag needs to be raised whenever the range is in use.
• Be alert of bystanders and surroundings at all times.
• Check behind hill before shooting.
• Maintain the shooting line.
• All bows, with an arrow knocked or otherwise, must be pointed down range.
• Clean the range after use, return targets to the shed, remove the flag and dispose of trash.
   

Baker FIT is a 24-hour fitness center and exercise studio available to all RIT students, faculty, and staff via swipe card access. It is located in the tunnels under Baker Hall, between Gracies and Kate Gleason Hall. The space includes:

• Cardio equipment
• Dumbbells and pin driven weight machines
• Small exercise studio
• Two all-gendered restrooms

Baker Fitness Center

• Exercising and use of this facility is at your own risk. You should consult with your physician or other healthcare provider before exercising or starting an exercise program.
• This facility is under 24-hour video surveillance.
• Report any issues with equipment using the QR code provided throughout the space.
• Do not remove equipment from the fitness center and/or move it into the studio space.
• Store personal belongings in a locker.
• Athletic apparel (tops and bottoms) and footwear required at all times.
  • No jeans/khakis/cargo pants or other clothing with buckles, zippers, or buttons.
• Do not drop or slam weights. This damages the equipment.
• Do not rest dumbbells on the benches. This damages the upholstery.
• Food and gum are prohibited.
• Chalk use is prohibited.
• Photo and video prohibited in restrooms.
• Photos/videos for personal purposes is permitted only in public areas of the facility and with the subject’s consent.
• Photos/videos of this facility and equipment cannot be used for commercial gain or self-promotion without RIT’s approval.
• Contact Public Safety at 585-475-3333 in the event of an injury or emergency.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave or have privileges suspended.

Fitness Center Etiquette

• Clean equipment after use.
• Do not monopolize any one piece of equipment.
• Limit cardio use to 30 minutes or less during busy times.
• Return equipment to its designated space after use.
• Use headphones as a courtesy to others.
• Good personal hygiene makes it pleasurable for all.
• Be polite and respectful of others.
   

Baker Studio Rules

• The use of this space is by reservation only at reserve.rit.edu.
• Reservations are one hour in duration and begin on the hour.
• Only one reservation per day is permitted.

Located across from the Campus Center. The Clark building is primarily used by Intercollegiate Athletics. However, some wellness and recreation programs are conducted here as well. The Clark complex includes:

• Main Gymnasium
• Auxiliary Gymnasium
• Wrestling Room
• Weight Room (Varsity)
• Training Room (Varsity)
• Equipment Room

Clark Gym Policies

• Use of Clark Gym is by reservation only.
• RIT ID is required.
• All guests must purchase a pass from the SLC and be accompanied by their sponsor at all times.
• Athletic apparel (tops and bottoms) and footwear required at all times.
• Proper equipment must be used; see Clark Management with any questions.
• Participation is at your own risk. RIT is not responsible for accidents or injuries that occur due to the nature of the activity.
• Alcohol and tobacco use are prohibited.
• Report any damaged equipment to Clark Management.
• Hanging from or grabbing basketball rims is prohibited.
• Volleyball pads are required on poles during play.
• Patrons must abide by the decisions of Clark Management.
• Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• RIT is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Personal items should be kept in a secure locker.
• Pets are prohibited except for personal access.
• Team activities are prohibited in the Aux Gym without the presence of a coach or certified instructor.
• Observe all emergency exit signage.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave the facility or may have privileges suspended.
• Violation of rules included here or other posted policies, malicious use or defacing of property, spitting, solicitation, verbal abuse of employees, or other violations of Institute policy will be investigated by staff, Public Safety, and/or local authorities.

Directly attached to the Student Life Center, the 160,000 square foot facility is one of RIT's signature buildings. Inside includes a Multi-Purpose Arena, fitness center, and aquatics center.

Gordon Field House Arena Floor Policies

• Athletic apparel (tops and bottoms) and footwear required at all times.
• Food and gum are prohibited on main floor.
• Spitting on the floor is strictly prohibited.
• Metal spikes are prohibited on the main floor.
• Hitting, kicking or throwing objects against the bleachers is prohibited.
• Hitting, kicking or throwing objects should occur inside the curtained areas.
• Observe all emergency exit signage.
• RIT is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave the facility or have privileges suspended.
• Violation of rules included here or other posted policies, malicious use or defacing of property, spitting, solicitation, verbal abuse of employees, or other violations of Institute policy will be investigated by staff, Public Safety and/or local authorities.
• More information can be found on the Gordon Field House site.

This 88,000 square foot complex is located on the north side of the Quarter Mile, midway between the dormitories and Student Alumni Union. It services the recreational, athletic, and wellness instructional needs of the RIT community. The facility includes multi-purpose courts, dance studios, racquetball courts, squash court, boxing room, golf simulator, elevated jogging track, two classrooms, locker rooms, and more!

General SLC Policies

• Proper ID required for access.
• Athletic apparel (tops and bottoms) and footwear required at all times.
• Photo and video prohibited in locker rooms and restrooms.
• Observe all emergency exit signage.
• Food and gum are prohibited in activity areas.
• Flyers and posters must be approved by the SLC Main Office.
• Alcohol and tobacco use are prohibited.
• RIT is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Patrons, including children age 8 and older, may utilize facilities consistent with their gender identity.
• Use of cameras and video equipment is prohibited without prior approval.
• Pets are not permitted (except for service animals).
• RIT Members (ages 16 and up) may sponsor up to 3 guests per day.
• Persons under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• A minimum age of 14 is required to use the fitness center.
• A minimum age of 4 is required to the use the aquatics center.
• Children under the age of 4 are prohibited from all activity areas.
• Solicitation is prohibited.
• Bicycles, skateboards, hover boards and roller blades are prohibited.
• Private swim lessons, personal training and coaching for profit are prohibited.
• Martial arts and fencing activities are only permitted during official club reservation times, sport specific class times, or when approved by building management. All instructors must have Center approval.
• Rules for specific areas are posted on site.
• Violation of rules included here or other posted policies, malicious use or defacing of property, spitting, solicitation, verbal abuse of employees, or other violations of Institute policy will be investigated by staff, Public Safety and/or local authorities.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave facility or may have privileges suspended.

The Aquatics Center includes a stretch 25-yard, eight-lane competition pool with moveable bulkhead, a four-board diving well, and four team locker room. The recreation pool includes a current channel, vortex, bubble jets, water basketball and volleyball. A 20 person hot tub is also available in this area of the Center. Participation is currently first come first served.

Current facility occupancies can be viewed online.

Learn more about Proper Pool Attire and the Aquatics Center Dress Code.

Aquatics Center Policies

• All swimmers must sign in.
• All swimmers must wear proper swimwear to enter pool; no street clothes.
• Children under the age of 4 are prohibited from using the pools.
• Children under the age of 16 must be closely supervised by an adult at all times.
• Food, drink, chewing gum, and glass containers are prohibited in the pool area.
• Pool use is prohibited during closed hours.
• Pollution of pool is prohibited (urination, fecal matter, blowing nose, etc).
• Prolonged underwater breath-holding is prohibited.
• Open cuts/sores are prohibited in the water.
• Absolutely NO swimming under the bulkhead.  
• Starting block use is prohibited during Open Swim times.
• Diving boards and platform are not available for recreational use.
• Observe all emergency exit signage.
• Areas of the Aquatics Center will be opened/closed at the discretion of the lifeguard.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave or have privileges suspended.
• Other rules posted on site.

Hale Recreation Pool Policies

• NO DIVING at any time.
• Enter pool by use of stairs or ladder.
• Current Channel and Vortex will be controlled by lifeguard.
• No more than 5 people in the Vortex at a time.
• When using the Vortex, your head must remain above water at all times.
• No running, dunking, horseplay, or hanging off pool equipment.
• Water basketball/volleyball will be made available at the discretion of the lifeguard.
• No sitting, standing, climbing, etc... on the island.
• Recreation pool can be opened/closed at the discretion of the lifeguard.

Hot Tub Policies

• Elderly persons and those diagnosed with a heart condition, diabetes, or high/low blood pressure, are prohibited from using the hot tub.
• Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the hot tub.
• Do not use while under the influence of alcohol, anticoagulants, antihistamines, vasoconstrictors, stimulants, hypnotics, narcotics or tranquilizers.
• Women who are pregnant are recommended not to use the hot tub.
• Limit time in hot tub to 15-minutes maximum. Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness or fainting.
• Keep your head above water at all times.
• Do not use alone.
• Help can be obtained by contacting a lifeguard or using the telephone.

Diving Area Policies

• Diving boards and platform are not available for recreational use.

Judson Pool Policies

• No diving in shallow end (east).
• Absolutely NO swimming under the bulkhead.
• Starting block use is prohibited during recreation swim times.

Circle Swimming

• When more than two people utilize a lane, swimmers must swim laps in counter-clockwise circles. Choose a lane with swimmers that look approximate to your pace and join them.

Located next to U-Lot, there are nine lighted tennis courts with windscreens. Wellness classes and Intercollegiate Athletics have priority. Tennis courts follow the Student Life Center schedule weather permitting.

Tennis Court Policies

• RIT ID required.
• Non-marking tennis footwear is required.
• Activities other than tennis are prohibited.
• Rollerblades, skateboards and bikes are prohibited.
• Tennis classes, intercollegiate contests and practices have priority. Recreational use is first come, first serve.
• All guests must have an RIT sponsor and purchase a guest pass from the Student Life Center.
• Leaning on and jumping over nets is prohibited.
• Play is limited to one hour.
• Spectators are prohibited inside the fence.
• Food and drink prohibited. Water bottles are permitted.
• Lights can be turned on by pressing the light button located inside the court.
• Call the SLC at 585-475-2280 for assistance with injuries, problems with lights, facility damages, or locked gate.
• Call Public Safety at 585-475-3333 for emergencies.
• Close gates when finished with play.
• Keep courts safe and clean by complying with all rules and disposing of trash.

Located next to U-Lot, this multi-purpose facility is 360 feet x 285 feet. This venue is used for athletics, wellness, recreation, intramurals, and major campus events.

Turf Field Policies

• RIT ID required.
• All guests must have an RIT sponsor and purchase a guest pass from the Student Life Center.
• Proper footwear is required. Shoes with metal cleats, spikes or high heels are prohibited. Molded cleats are permitted.
• During open recreation, use the far (south) end of the field.
• Dogs, gum, tobacco, smoking and open flames are prohibited on the field.
• Food and drink are restricted to the black top and seating areas.
• Chairs are only allowed on the black top area.
• Golf and track and field activities are prohibited.
• Spectators may enter the gated area at their own risk.
• Do not drive stakes or objects of any kind into the turf.
• Call the SLC at 585-475-2280 for assistance with injuries, lights, facility damages or locked gate.
• Keep the field safe and clean by complying with all rules and disposing of trash.

Located next to N-Lot, this facility is used for varsity track and field meets. The 400-meter track is open for RIT recreational use daily from dawn until dusk during the fall, spring and summer. Track and field equipment is for varsity athletics only.

• This facility is for use by the RIT community only.
• RIT ID required.
• Grass field and all equipment are for Varsity or special event use only.
• All guests must have an RIT sponsor and purchase a guest pass from the Student Life Center.
• Open dawn to dusk.
• Walkers and joggers must use lanes 6, 7 and 8.
• Vehicles, bicycles, skateboards and rollerblades are prohibited.
• Pets, tobacco, smoking and open flames are prohibited.
• Call Public Safety at 585-475-3333 for injuries and emergencies.
• Keep the facility clean and dispose of all trash.

This two-story 16,000 square foot area features a full range of selectorized machines, free weights, cardiovascular equipment, and a large stretching area.

Current facility occupancies can be viewed online.

Wiedman Fitness Center Rules

• Do not remove equipment from the fitness center.
• Coats, bags, racquets and other sport equipment are prohibited.
• Athletic apparel (tops and bottoms) and footwear required at all times.
  • No jeans/khakis/cargo pants or other clothing with buckles, zippers, or buttons.
• Collars are required when using free weights.
• Do not drop or slam weights.
• Wrestling and martial arts are prohibited.
• Running up and down stairs is prohibited.
• Food is prohibited.
• Children under 14 are not permitted to access the workout area.
• Report injuries, illness or equipment problems to the attendant.
• Read the instructions on equipment prior to use.
• Non-compliant individuals may be asked to leave or have privileges suspended.
• Wellness classes have priority for education and training purposes.
• Other group workouts must be limited to five people per group during non-peak hours (before 5pm during the semester).
• RIT personal trainers are the only trainers authorized to provide personal training services within our facilities.
• All other rules are posted on site.

Fitness Center Etiquette

• Wipe down the equipment after use.
• Do not monopolize any one piece of equipment.
• Rotate within a circuit with other patrons whenever possible.
• Return all equipment to its appropriate place.
• Good personal hygiene makes it pleasurable for all.
• Please keep the fitness center neat and clean.
• Be courteous and respectful of others.