Gym Rules
To keep Gym on the Green safe, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone, all members and visitors must follow the rules below.
Access & Membership
- Your membership and access credentials are for your use only.
- Do not allow anyone else to enter using your membership or access card.
- Members must comply with any age or access-time restrictions attached to their membership.
- Day passes and guest access must be purchased or authorised before entering the gym.
- Gym access may be suspended where membership payments are overdue or where membership/access credentials are being misused.
Training Safely
- Use equipment only for its intended purpose and follow any instructions provided.
- Train within your own ability and seek medical advice if you are unsure whether exercise is suitable for you.
- Use appropriate safety measures when lifting, including safety bars or spotters where appropriate.
- Do not attempt exercises or use equipment in a way that puts yourself or others at unnecessary risk.
- Report damaged or unsafe equipment to the Gym on the Green team as soon as possible.
- Do not use equipment that has been marked as out of service.
Equipment & Weights
- Return all dumbbells, weight plates, bars and equipment after use.
- Do not leave loaded barbells or machines unattended when you have finished training.
- Do not deliberately drop or throw equipment unless it is designed and designated for that type of use.
- Use clips/collars on barbells where appropriate.
- Keep walkways and emergency exits clear at all times.
- Wipe down equipment after use where required.
Behaviour
- Treat other members, staff, personal trainers and visitors with respect.
- Threatening, abusive, discriminatory, intimidating or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated.
- Do not behave in a way that makes other members feel unsafe or uncomfortable.
- Gym on the Green reserves the right to remove or suspend anyone whose behaviour creates a safety risk or seriously disrupts other users.
Clothing & Footwear
- Appropriate gym clothing and clean, suitable footwear must be worn while training.
- Clothing should be suitable for the activity being performed.
- Outdoor footwear that is excessively dirty or could damage the gym flooring should not be worn in training areas.
Personal Belongings
- Store bags and personal belongings safely and do not leave them where they create a trip hazard.
- Members are responsible for their own belongings.
- Valuable items should not be left unattended.
Hygiene
- Please maintain reasonable personal hygiene when using the gym.
- Use towels and cleaning products provided where appropriate.
- Dispose of rubbish in the bins provided.
- Do not leave food or open drinks around training equipment.
- Drinks should be kept in suitable sealed containers where possible.
CCTV & Security
- CCTV operates throughout Gym on the Green for security, safety and crime-prevention purposes.
- Do not interfere with CCTV, access-control systems, fire alarms or other safety/security equipment.
- Members must not prop open secure access doors or allow unauthorised people into the gym.
Unstaffed Hours
Gym on the Green operates 24/7 and may be unstaffed at certain times.
During unstaffed periods:
- Train responsibly and within your abilities.
- Follow all emergency and safety information displayed in the gym.
- Do not undertake activity that you do not feel confident performing safely.
- In an emergency, call 999 where appropriate.
- Follow the guidance on our Unstaffed Safety page.
Photography & Filming
- Personal photography or filming is permitted where it does not interfere with other members.
- Do not deliberately photograph or record another person without their permission.
- Be considerate of other members' privacy, particularly in changing areas.
- Photography and filming are not permitted in changing rooms or toilets.
Food, Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the gym.
- Alcohol and illegal drugs must not be consumed or brought into the gym.
- Anyone reasonably believed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be refused access or asked to leave.
Damage
Members may be charged the reasonable cost of repairing or replacing property where damage has been caused deliberately or through negligent or improper use.
Normal wear and tear will not be charged to members.
Emergencies
- Familiarise yourself with fire exits and emergency procedures.
- Never obstruct fire exits or emergency equipment.
- Leave the building immediately when instructed to evacuate.
- Report accidents, injuries, hazards or incidents to Gym on the Green as soon as reasonably possible.
Failure to Follow the Rules
Minor issues will normally be dealt with informally.
Serious or repeated breaches may result in:
- a warning;
- temporary suspension of gym access; or
- termination of membership.
Any action taken will be proportionate to the circumstances.
Thank you for helping us keep Gym on the Green safe, tidy and welcoming for everyone.