Rec Sports Staff
Rec Sports encourages you to contact our staff with questions, suggestions, or simply to learn more about what we have to offer.
By Area
- Bolitho, Leah
Graduate Assistant, Aquatics
lbolitho@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2990
- Gagawala, Esther
Aquatics Coordinator
Egagawala@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2088
- Garcia, Carlos
Aquatics Program Director
carlos_garcia@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-4968
- Stancheski, CJ
Aquatic Events & Programs Assistant Director
cstancheski@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2827
- Wheatfall III, Oscee
Associate Director – Operations & Events
owheatfall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0228
- Bennett, Arranna
Business Services Director
abennett@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1883
- Carr-Chargualaf, Sachi
HR Generalist III
scarr@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-7827
- Carroll, Tracy
Business Coordinator III
tcarroll@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3317
- Cates, Angela
Business Coordinator I
acates@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-3290
- Curry, Lazell
Receptionist
lcurry@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-8675
- Haven, Mark
Associate Director – Assessment, Risk Management, and SSC Liaison
mhaven@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8403
- Hernandez, Sylvia
Business Coordinator I
shernandez@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-6455
- Moehlman, Tawyna
Administrative Coordinator
tmoehlman@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1322
- Richards, Christina
Human Resources Manager
crichards@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2311
- Snyder, Kevin
Business Administrator II
ksnyder@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3040
- Waldron, Mike
Associate Director – Human Resources & Contracts
mwaldron@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-9672
- Williams, Dion
Human Resource Generalist I
dionysus@tamu.edu
(979) 862-1856
- Wilson, Jerod
Associate Director – Capital Projects
jwilson@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3058
- Zavodny, Haylie
Development & Sponsorships Program Director
hzavodny@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-6457
- Huskey, Jeff
Executive Director
jrhuskey@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0526
- McMillen, Drew
Senior Associate Director
dmcmillen@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-1887
- Hall, Avery
Graduate Assistant, Fitness & Wellness
ahall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-5376
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
- Price, Miranda
Fitness & Wellness Assistant Director
mprice@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3995
- Taggart, Anna
Fitness & Wellness Program Director
ataggart@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-4792
- Andric, Kaulin
Intramural Sports Assistant Director
kandric@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-2166
- Heiar, Nick
Intramural Sports Program Director
nheiar@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-4302
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
- Perez, Fernie
Graduate Assistant, Intramural Sports
jfperez@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8303
- Schneider, Emily
Graduate Assistant, Intramural Sports
eschneider@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8303
- Gabriel, Grace
Graduate Assistant, Marketing & Communications
ggabriel@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2595
- Kautz, Mason
Communications Specialist II
mkautz@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2595
- VonDrehle, Kelly
Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications
kvondrehle@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-1001
- Baker, Emma
Graduate Assistant, Operations & Events
ebaker@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2167
- Cunningham, Abbie
Operations & Events Coordinator
acunningham@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3073
- Darnell, Demaris
Graduate Assistant, Operations & Events
ddarnell@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2167
- Dorsey, Evelyn
Member Services Coordinator
edorsey@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-7826
- Hawkins, Tyson
Coordinator of Operations and Events
thawkins@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0526
- Miller, Christian
Operations & Leadership Program Director
christian_miller@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2479
- Moncrief, Alyssa
Operations & Events Coordinator
amoncrief@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3076
- Moran, Sean
Graduate Assistant, Operations & Events
smoran@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2167
- Patterson, Emily
Operations, Reservations, and Events Program Director
epatterson@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3224
- Wheatfall III, Oscee
Associate Director – Operations & Events
owheatfall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0228
- Arends, Abbey
Outdoor Adventures Assistant Director
aarends@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3093
- Grier, Todd
Outdoor Adventures Program Director
tgrier@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1999
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
- Connolly, Kaylee
Sport Club Coordinator
kconnolly@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2190
- Heath, Mikey
Graduate Assistant, Sport Clubs
mheath@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1996
- Joseph, Keith
Sport Clubs Program Director
kjoseph@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3074
- Konetski, Jessica
Sport Clubs Senior Assistant Director
jkonetski@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1857
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
- Peebles, Emily
Graduate Assistant, Sport Clubs
epeebles@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1996
- Caballero, Federico
Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
fcaballero@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-6942
- Keller, Ryan
Strength & Conditioning Program Director
rkeller@tamu.edu
(979) 862-7443
- Scott, DJ
Personal & Small Group Training Coordinator
djscott@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2465
- Thorne, Reece
Graduate Assistant, Strength & Conditioning
rthorne@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-1027
- Wheatfall III, Oscee
Associate Director – Operations & Events
owheatfall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0228
- Heiar, Sarah Beth
Youth Programs Director
sarahbethh@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-3769
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
Alphabetical
- Andric, Kaulin
Intramural Sports Assistant Director
kandric@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-2166
- Arends, Abbey
Outdoor Adventures Coordinator
aarends@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3093
- Baker, Emma
Graduate Assistant, Operations & Events
ebaker@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2167
- Bennett, Arranna
Business Services Director
abennett@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1883
- Bolitho, Leah
Graduate Assistant, Aquatics
lbolitho@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2990
- Caballero, Federico
Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
fcaballero@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-6942
- Carr-Chargualaf, Sachi
HR Generalist III
scarr@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-7827
- Carroll, Tracy
Business Coordinator III
tcarroll@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3317
- Cates, Angela
Business Coordinator I
acates@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-3290
- Connolly, Kaylee
Sport Clubs Coordinator
kconnolly@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-3290
- Cunningham, Abbie
Operations Coordinator
acunningham@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3073
- Curry, Lazell
Receptionist
lcurry@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-8675
- Darnell, Demaris
Graduate Assistant, Operations & Events
ddarnell@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2167
- Dorsey, Evelyn
Member Services Coordinator
edorsey@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-7826
- Gabriel, Grace
Graduate Assistant, Marketing & Communications
ggabriel@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2595
- Gagawala, Esther
Aquatics Coordinator
Egagawala@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2088
- Garcia, Carlos
Aquatics Program Director
carlos_garcia@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-4968
- Grier, Todd
Outdoor Adventures Program Director
tgrier@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1999
- Hall, Avery
Graduate Assistant, Fitness & Wellness
ahall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-5376
- Haven, Mark
Associate Director – Assessment, Risk Management, and SSC Liaison
mhaven@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8403
- Hawkins, Tyson
Coordinator of Operations and Events
thawkins@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0526
- Heath, Mikey
Graduate Assistant, Sport Clubs
mheath@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1996
- Heiar, Nick
Intramural Sports Program Director
nheiar@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-4302
- Heiar, Sarah Beth
Youth Programs Director
sarahbethh@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-3769
- Hernandez, Sylvia
Business Coordinator I
shernandez@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-6455
- Holland, Luke
Graduate Assistant, Outdoor Adventures
lholland@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-6455
- Huskey, Jeff
Executive Director
jrhuskey@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0526
- Jones, Chelsea
Graduate Assistant, Sport Clubs
cjones@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1996
- Joseph, Keith
Sport Clubs Program Director
kjoseph@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3074
- Kautz, Mason
Communications Specialist
mkautz@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0728
- Keller, Ryan
Strength & Conditioning Program Director
rkeller@tamu.edu
(979) 862-7443
- Konetski, Jessica
Sport Clubs Assistant Director
jkonetski@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1857
- Kurten, Jason
Associate Director – Programs
jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0383
- McGrath, Jenn
Graduate Assistant, Intramural Sports
jmcgrath@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8303
- McMillen, Drew
Senior Associate Director
dmcmillen@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-1887
- Miller, Christian
Operations & Leadership Program Director
christian_miller@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2479
- Moehlman, Tawyna
Administrative Coordinator
tmoehlman@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1322
- Moncrief, Alyssa
Operations & Events Coordinator
amoncrief@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3076
- Patterson, Emily
Operations, Reservations, and Events Program Director
epatterson@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3224
- Peebles, Emily
Graduate Assistant, Sport Clubs
epeebles@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1996
- Perez, Fernie
Graduate Assistant, Intramural Sports
jfperez@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8303
- Peppers, Amber
HR Generalist II
apeppers@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-1856
- Price, Miranda
Fitness & Wellness Assistant Director
mprice@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-3995
- Richards, Christina
Human Resources Manager
crichards@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-2311
- Schneider, Emily
Graduate Assistant, Intramural Sports
eschneider@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 862-8303
- Scott, DJ
Personal & Small Group Training Coordinator
djscott@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2465
- Snyder, Kevin
Business Administrator II
ksnyder@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3040
- Stancheski, CJ
Aquatic Events & Programs Assistant Director
cstancheski@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-2827
- Taggart, Anna
Fitness & Wellness Program Director
ataggart@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-4792
- Thorne, Reece
Graduate Assistant, Strength & Conditioning
rthorne@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 458-1027
- VonDrehle, Kelly
Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications
kvondrehle@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-1001
- Waldron, Mike
Associate Director – Human Resources & Contracts
mwaldron@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-9672
- Wheatfall III, Oscee
Associate Director – Operations & Events
owheatfall@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-0228
- Williams, Dion
Human Resources Generalist I
dionysius@tamu.edu
(979) 862-1856
- Wilson, Jerod
Associate Director – Capital Projects
jwilson@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-3058
- Zavodny, Haylie
Development & Sponsorships Program Director
hzavodny@rec.tamu.edu
(979) 845-6457
Vision
To be the nation’s leader in collegiate recreation, inspiring the lifelong pursuit of health and wellness.
Mission
To promote activity, wellness, and development by providing high quality, inclusive experiences and facilities for the students and community of Texas A&M University.
Core Values
Excellence
We strive to be the best every day. Our team of talented people provides high quality recreational facilities, programs, and services by listening to our customers, seeking innovative solutions, maximizing our resources, and developing our staff.
Integrity
We are authentic, honest, and follow through on our commitments. Our actions and decisions are guided by an uncompromising adherence to ethical principles.
Leadership
We set a high standard in collegiate recreation, enhancing the educational experience and supporting student success through opportunities in leadership, sport, and wellness. We lead by example, create a culture of empowerment, and encourage on-going learning.
Loyalty
We support the students and community of Texas A&M University and always seek to act in their best interest. Through collaboration and teamwork, we demonstrate our commitment and dedication to each other and our stakeholders.
Respect
We value our diverse community and treat each other with fairness and dignity. We provide a fun, inclusive environment that encourages individual opportunity and honors differences.
Selfless Service
We put students first. We commit our time, talent, and resources to create memorable moments and provide exceptional customer service to those we serve.
Goals
- Create communities where individuals of all abilities and backgrounds feel they belong.
- Operate dynamic facilities that encourage activity and engagement.
- Manage departmental resources effectively.
- Develop an outstanding staff by providing leadership and skill development opportunities.
- Offer a variety of experiences that promote physical activity and wellness.
Assumption of Risk
The participant understands that participation in recreational activities involves certain inherent risks of personal injury. The use of equipment, online content, facilities and premises of Texas A&M University by persons participating in recreational activities shall constitute acceptance of that risk regardless of the nature of the injury. The participant must agree that the University, its officers, employees and agents shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage sustained or suffered by persons participating in online content or recreational activities sponsored by the University, whether caused directly or indirectly by the negligence or fault of Texas A&M University, the Department of Recreational Sports, its officers, employees or agents. The participant must understand further that Texas A&M University does not carry insurance covering individuals utilizing online content or using recreation facilities, and that individuals not having health coverage are strongly advised to acquire health insurance before exposing themselves to possible injury.
Rec Sports Policies
The following policies and procedures may not cover every situation or eventuality that may occur within the facility. Final interpretation of Student Recreation Center Policies and Procedures will be left to the discretion of the Facility Supervisor on duty or the Department of Recreational Sports Administration in order to maintain the safety and well-being of all customers.
Children ages 13 and under are allowed to use the Rec Sports facilities under adult supervision during the following times*:
- Monday – Thursday: 6am-10am (must enter by 9am)
- Friday: 6am-10am (must enter by 9am) & 5pm-11pm
- Saturday: 8am-11pm
- Sunday: 12pm-12am
Children ages 14-17 are able to use the Rec Sports facilities at any time under adult supervision. Additionally, all children ages 14–17, are required to show photo identification in order to use the facility. For additional questions regarding family usage, please contact the Member Services desk at 979.845.7826.
*Family usage for children ages 13 and under is extended to normal operating hours during Texas A&M University published holidays, semester breaks and summer sessions.
- Rec Member Dependents must register with Member Services for a Rec Dependent I.D. card. We will require a birth certificate and a processing fee for each Rec Dependent I.D.
- All non-registered dependents or other children who are guests must purchase the current guest pass per day.
- Children age 2 and under may enter the Rec Center at no charge, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
- Rec Members or adult sponsors must participate with or directly supervise and closely watch children at all times in all areas of the Rec Center.
- Supervision requirements for children under the age of 18 are a ratio of 1 adult Rec user per 5 minors.
- Children under age 14 may not enter the Weight and Fitness Room or use any cardiovascular machines located throughout the Rec Center at any time.
- Children under age 5 may not enter the spas or hot tubs at any time.
- Children age 14–17 may attend any daily fitness or water aerobics class, with a responsible adult’s direct supervision and/or participation.
- Children under age 18 are not eligible to play Intramural sports.
- Children participating in scheduled, programmed activities (e.g. camps, lessons, parties, tournaments) may use the Rec Center during that activity only. These activities must be scheduled through the Department of Recreational Sports.
The Outdoor Pavilion area was designed to allow for group gatherings and picnics. Therefore, food and beverages are allowed in the pavilion area with the following guidelines and restrictions:
- No glass containers of any kind are allowed.
- Re-sealable plastic or canned soft drinks will be allowed under the pavilion ONLY!
- Organized groups wishing to utilize this area must inform a facility staff member of their intent and proceed directly to the outdoor area.
- All food and beverages transported to the area must be in proper containers to ensure it is not accidently spilled in other areas of the Rec Center.
- All coolers and bags are subject to search, to ensure compliance.
- The Rec Center is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
- Members are encouraged to store all personal belongings securely in lockers provided throughout the Rec Center.
- Staff members are not permitted to hold equipment, valuables or bags for members.
- Found items should be turned in at the Member Services Desk.
- Equipment found in all Rec Sports facilities will be sent to Member Services at the Rec Center.
- Inquiries regarding items lost that day should be made at the specific location. On the following day, inquires should be made at the Rec Center Member Services Desk.
- Equipment not claimed at Member Services will be forwarded to MSC Lost and Found.
- Any items found which appear to be of significant monetary value will be immediately dropped in a safe. Those items can be claimed at the Rec Center Member Services Desk.
Entrance Policies:
- An appropriate towel is required for each patron to enter the Strength & Conditioning Room. No sharing. Articles of clothing, etc. cannot be substituted for a towel. Patrons are required to bring a dry towel to wipe down strength training equipment, pads/upholstery, and cardiovascular machines after use.
- Closed toe athletic shoes are required to workout in the Strength & Conditioning Room. Sperry type shoes, loafers, slip-ons, slides, sandals, boots or other hard-soled shoes are not allowed. Shoes must be worn at ALL times.
- Appropriate athletic attire must be worn to workout in the Strength & Conditioning Room: i.e no jeans, khakis, or cargo type shorts/pants may be worn. Shorts and pants cannot have buttons or rivets on them due to the potential damage to the equipment they may cause.
- No backpacks, gym bags, purses, helmets, rackets, skateboards, long boards, etc. are allowed in the Strength & Conditioning Room. Free day lockers are located outside the room and in other various locations around the Student Recreation Center for your convenience.
- Only beverages that are in re-sealable containers that cannot break/shatter are allowed.
- Persons under 14 years of age may not enter or use the Strength & Conditioning Room or any other strength or cardio equipment located throughout the Student Recreation Center. A parent or guardian must accompany dependents from the ages of 14 to 17 and must always be in very close proximity to them while they are in the Strength &Conditioning Room and/or utilizing any strength or cardio equipment within the Student Recreation Center.
Movement/Turf Policies:
- No loitering is allowed in the Movement/Turf Area.
- Water bottles are not allowed in the Movement Area. Bottles must be kept along the outside perimeter of the turf.
- Dumbbells and fixed bars cannot be taken into the Movement Area.
- Medicine balls, and Dynamax style medballs can ONLY be thrown against the East (Tallest) wall. The balls cannot be thrown on the wall past the designated area (toward the Personal Training Suit Door).
- Sleds CANNOT be taken off of the turf and/ or moved into other parts of the Strength & Conditioning Room.
- Sleds may only be loaded with Iron Grip weight plates.
- Cleats are NOT allowed to be worn when utilizing the Movement/Turf Area.
- Shoes must be worn at all times while in the Movement/Turf Area.
- Tape CANNOT be placed on the turf for any reason.
- Iron Grip weight plates can be used in the Movement/Turf Area for things such as weighted low back extensions, weighted decline sit-ups, placing on the sled, etc. but MUST be re-racked appropriately when finished.
Other Policies:
- Strength & Conditioning staff members have the authority to request that any patron who violates any of our facility policies, including but not limited to, those documented below, leave the facility if the staff member deems it is necessary. This may also result in flagging of the patron’s account and consequently the patron being banned from utilizing our facilities for a period of time to be determined based on the severity of the infraction.
- Patrons should use extreme caution when lifting weights to avoid potential injury to themselves or others.
- Spotters are strongly recommended for all weight lifting exercises.
- To avoid congestion and waiting lines, patrons should allow others to “work in” between sets while using strength training equipment.
- All equipment must be returned to its proper location after use. All weight plates, dumbbells, handles, etc. must be re-racked in their appropriate location by patrons after they complete the exercise they are performing.
- Dumbbells, weight plates, and other equipment cannot be dropped to the floor. Strength & Conditioning staff members have the right to determine what is considered “dropping”. THIS IS A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY.
- All free weight equipment as well as dumbbells must be kept in the free weight area. Rec Sports Personal Trainers do have the right to utilize dumbbells outside of the designated dumbbell area with their clients.
- No benches can be placed/used on the platforms.
- No benches from racks (single half racks and power racks) may be used in the dumbbell area.
- Ground-based Olympic style lifting and deadlift can only be done on the designated platforms and with bumper plates.
- Barbells can ONLY be dropped when performing Ground-based Olympic style lifting (i.e. power clean, snatch, and derivatives) and deadlift, and ONLY from hip/thigh height on the designated platforms.
- Weights and bars of any kind cannot be leaned against the wall, pillars, equipment, or mirrors.
- Collars must be used on all bars when loaded with weight plates regardless of the total weight amount loaded onto the bar.
- Kettlebells cannot leave one’s hand when performing exercises.
- Weight belts that may damage equipment upholstery must be removed or covered appropriately.
- There is a 30 minute time limit per piece of cardio equipment per user.
- Profanity, yelling, and/or excessively loud or suggestive language will not be tolerated.
- No audible or amplified music through personal devices is allowed in the Strength & Conditioning room.
- Vaping/smoking or tobacco use of any kind in the Strength & Conditioning room is prohibited and is considered a zero tolerance policy.
- Only Department of Recreational Sports Personal Trainers are allowed to train clients in the Student Recreation Center. Individuals, who are not Rec Sports Personal Trainers, who are found to be personal training in any of the Department of Recreational Sports’ facilities will be banned from utilizing our facilities for a period of time to be determined based on the severity of the infraction.
- All equipment must remain in the Strength & Conditioning Room. Only Rec Sports Personal Trainers and members of the Strength & Conditioning staff can take specific equipment outside of the Strength & Conditioning Room for use.
- Please direct all concerns and maintenance needs to a member of the Strength & Conditioning staff.
- Observe all University and facility suggested physical distancing guidelines.
- Observe all University and facility mask policies.
- Use hand sanitizer before and after using the ICF.
- Only liquid chalk is allowed.
- Every person entering the climbing area MUST check in with the ICF staff at the ICF Resource Desk.
- Climbers must successfully pass a skills check before climbing.
- Climbers must be roped and on belay at all times, except while bouldering.
- Belayers must be at least 14 years of age to take a skills check.
- All climbing equipment must be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. All personal climbing gear must be approved by the UIAA or CE for climbing and is subject to inspection by ICF staff before use.
- Climbers are required to use the ropes and belay anchors that are provided. Ropes and belay devices for lead climbing are provided upon request by the ICF staff. Lead belaying must use a Grigri or other approved device.
- ICF staff will clip and unclip patrons from autobelay units.
- Please refrain from providing instruction to other climbers. ICF staff and KINE staff are approved to teach at the ICF.
- Do not climb past top-rope anchors.
- Closed-toe climbing shoes must be used on the ICF. To control the spread of germs, do not climb with street shoes on the ICF.
- Please remove all rings and dangling jewelry before climbing.
- Please refrain from eating or drinking from open containers at the ICF. Re-sealable drink bottles are allowed.
- Please respect and do not cross barriers set by route-setting staff. Adhere to all signage posted & all requests by these workers.
- No horseplay or rough-housing allowed on pads or landing surface.
- Report all blood and bodily fluid spills to the ICF staff immediately.
- The climbing facility is to be used only during listed hours. The facility may be reserved for groups. For more information, contact Outdoor Adventures at 979.845.4511.
- CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS! CLIMB AT YOUR OWN RISK!
NOTICE: Climbing facility staff has the right to remove your day pass and recommend removal of climbing privileges for violation of these regulations.
Attention: Climbing is dangerous! Boulder at your own risk!
- Obtain and wear a bouldering wristband in order to use the facility. Wristbands can be obtained at the ICF desk or the Equipment Etc. desk.
- Observe all University suggested social distancing guidelines.
- Observe all University mask policies.
- Use hand sanitizer before and after using the bouldering facility.
- Only liquid chalk is allowed.
- No climbing on top of the bouldering facility.
- Closed toes shoes must be worn at all times.
- Remove all jewelry when climbing. (Rings as well as dangling necklaces and dangling earrings.)
- No rough-housing or wrestling on the pads.
- Take turns bouldering; don’t hog the wall.
- Ask for and provide a spot while climbing.
- Consider down-climbing once you reach the top instead of dropping off.
- Don’t walk under other climbers and stay out of fall zones; be aware of your surroundings.
- No under-age climbers may climb without having guardians or climbing facility staff present.
- No topping out (no climbing on top of the Bouldering Wall).
- The jogging direction will be rotated daily. Please follow the posted direction.
- The two inside lanes are for walking and the two outside lanes for joggers.
- Faster joggers or walkers should move to the outside lanes (#2 walking and #4 jogging).
- Slower members should move to the inside lanes (#1 walking and #3 jogging).
- Stretching and observation are allowed in designated locations only.
- For all members safety, no loitering is allowed on the track surface.
- Rec users are not permitted to watch Olsen Field baseball games from the glass tunnel of the jogging track.
- All non-swimmers should use shallow water pools. (Instructional & Outdoor)
- There is no shallow water in the competitive pools. (50m and Dive Well)
- Diving is not permitted in the instructional or outdoor pools.
- All users must shower before entering any of the pools.
- People with open wounds or infectious diseases are not permitted in the pools.
- Gum and adhesive bandages are not allowed in the pool area.
- Training equipment must be used in the manner for which it was intended.
- Flotation devices are not allowed in these pools.
- Lap lanes are for lap swimming only.
- Swimmers should swim with others of their ability. All swimmers should circle swim when sharing a lane with others.
- All persons under age 18 must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult (age 18 or over).
- Food is not permitted in any pool area.
- Appropriate swimwear required.
- Street shoes are not permitted on pool decks.
- All users must shower before entering.
- Please enter and exit slowly and cautiously.
- People with heart disease, abnormal blood pressure or epilepsy should not use the hot tubs, as it may place themselves in physical danger.
- Pregnant women should not use the hot tubs.
- Children under five are not allowed to use the hot tubs and all other persons under age 18 must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult (age 18 or over).
- Do not use the hot tubs while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Long exposure to hot tubs may result in nausea, dizziness or fainting.
- People with open wounds or infectious diseases are not permitted in the hot tubs.
- Use of body lotions, oils or suntan preparation is prohibited in the spa and hot tubs.
- Food or drink is not permitted in the spas or hot tubs.
- Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury or death.
- Food is allowed only in designated areas of the Rec Center.
- Food is not allowed in any activity area unless approved for a special function.
- No glass or metal containers are allowed in the Rec Center.
- Beverages in plastic containers with re-sealable caps are allowed.
- Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the premises. (EXCEPTION: approved reservations for special event rooms only)
- Consumption of alcohol, intoxication or the appearance/smell of intoxication, will result in immediate removal from the Rec Center. (EXCEPTION: see rule #5 above)
- THE REC CENTER IS A TOBACCO-FREE FACILITY. Smoking or tobacco use in any form is prohibited.
- For safety reasons, hats and jewelry should not be worn during any activity. Street clothing is not generally advised during activities as it can be dangerous and confining.
- Appropriate athletic attire, such as t-shirts, shorts, warm-up suits, sweat suits or aerobic clothing, is recommended at all times during recreation.
- Shirts and shoes are required except in locker rooms, pools and outdoor activity area. (Exception: shirts & skins to identify teams)
- Appropriate athletic footwear is required in all activity areas.
- Footwear which marks floor surfaces or is worn inappropriately is not allowed.
- Proper protective eyewear is mandatory for handball, racquetball & squash. This includes the wearing of proper protective eyewear over prescription glasses. Protective eyewear is available for check-out at the Equipment Desk.
- Eyewear must be worn properly.
- Non-marking court shoes are required.
- All valuables should be placed in lockers.
- Check-in at the Equipment desk for all court reservations and equipment.
- Rec Sports Staff has final say in regards to all policies.
- Failure to abide by any of these polices can result in the removal and/or suspension from the facility.
- Racquetball, squash and badminton racquets are rented for customer use. Protective eyewear is available for check-out at the Equipment Desk.
- Other sports equipment, like basketballs, volleyballs and table tennis paddles, is checked out free of charge. All check-out equipment is for use in the Rec Center and Read facilities only.
- All check-out equipment (rentals & freebies) must be assigned to a Rec Member or guest on the computer inventory system. Valid member ID’s must be presented at the time of check-out.
- Equipment designated for indoor use must stay indoors. Patrons wishing to play in the Backyard area should check out appropriate outdoor equipment.
- The equipment will be inspected upon return. If damages occur the Rec Member or guest will be responsible for the cost of repairing or replacing the item.
- The Rec Center is a place for exercise, fun and relaxation. Abusive, vulgar or degrading language will not be tolerated.
- Facilities and equipment should be used for their designed purpose.
- Dunking is permitted on the basketball courts. However, hanging on the rim damages equipment and is not allowed. The Rec Member or guest may be required to pay for repair or replacement of damaged equipment.
- Hitting of volleyballs or any other item, against the walls is not permitted.
- If damages occur to Rec Center equipment or facilities, the Rec Member or guest will be responsible for the cost of the repair.
- Any individual not following appropriate policies or behaviors will be asked to leave the facilities.
Bicycles, skateboards and in-line skates are not allowed in the Rec Center. Bicycle racks are located outside of the facilities for bicycle parking.
Individuals are allowed to take photos and videos for non-commercial purposes in all Department of Recreational Sports facilities as long as the photos only contain friends and family members of the person capturing the images. Please be mindful of other individuals in your vicinity as you take photos and videos, especially children. Exceptions: No filming or videography is allowed of intramural games or within restrooms and locker rooms.
Anyone wishing to take photos and/or videos within Department of Recreational Sports facilities for distribution or commercial usage must seek approval through Marketing & Communications by contacting Kelly VonDrehle – kvondrehle@rec.tamu.edu, or (979) 845-1001. All requests must be submitted at least 7 days prior to requested photo and/or film date. Upon approval, required credentials will be provided to gain access within the facilities. A government issued photo ID must be shown to confirm identity.
Patrons and guests of the Department of Recreational Sports acknowledge that departmental personnel will periodically take photographs and/or videos throughout the facilities during activities and/or programs. By entering our facilities or participating in our programs you understand that reproduction of these images and/or videos may be used in promotional materials initiated by the Department of Rec Sports and Texas A&M University. Patrons and guests may formally request that their images are not utilized in the aforementioned materials by contacting the Department of Recreational Sports’ Marketing/Communications. A request can also be made directly to the photographer and/or videographer at time of shoot.
Final interpretation of Student Recreation Center Policies and Procedures will be left to the discretion of the Facility Supervisor on duty or the Department of Recreational Sports Administration in order to maintain the safety and well-being of all customers.
All vehicles are required to display a valid TAMU parking permit when parked on University property, including the lots adjacent to the Rec Center. No permit is required in unrestricted or plain marked spaces on Saturday, Sunday, or days when the University is officially closed. Anyone with a currently valid permit can park in the PA 100 lots around the Rec Center and Reed Arena. However, parking is not allowed in the PA 105 staff lot until after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends. During the week, individuals without a parking permit should park in the West Campus Parking Garage located across from the Rec Center. Please call Transportation Services at 979-845-9700 for specific prices and restrictions.
Please visit https://recsports.tamu.edu/services/ for more information.