The Department of Fitness and Recreation supports and enforces Belmont’s Community Commitments and all policies and expectations in the Bruin Guide and Faculty and Staff Handbooks. Any behavior or action not consonant with the University mission or violates principles, policies or statements within the Commitments, Bruin Guide, or Handbooks will be handled appropriately. If necessary, individuals may be reported to the appropriate campus department for further action.
Specific policies regarding memberships, facilities, and programs can be found on the corresponding web pages.
Please reach out to us at beaman.center@belmont.edu with any quesions or clarifications.
General Information
Appropriate attire and clothing are required when using the fitness center. This includes wearing shirts, shorts of appropriate length, and non-marking, closed-toe athletic shoes. Patrons found not supporting this statement will be asked to immediately put on acceptable attire or to leave the facility.
Prohibited footwear: Crocs, Slides, Sandals, Birks, Slippers, or any other footwear deemed unsafe for the facility, or activity, they are being worn in.
At FitRec, the safety, privacy, and comfort of our patrons are our top priorities. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, we have established the following guidelines for mobile device use within our facility:
Locker Rooms:
- The use of mobile devices to take photographs, videos, or make voice or video calls is strictly prohibited in the locker rooms.
Weight Room:
- Headphones or earbuds are required for listening to audio on mobile devices.
- Patrons may use Bluetooth speakers in the Rec Gym and Group Fitness Room, provided the music is clean, appropriate, and played at a reasonable volume that cannot be heard outside the room.
Voice and Video Calls:
- Mobile device calls (voice or video) are only permitted in the lobby and concourse areas.
Content Restrictions:
- Viewing content on mobile devices that may be deemed offensive or inappropriate is prohibited anywhere in the facility.
Photography and Videography in the Weight Room:
- Patrons may take photos or videos of themselves in the weight room under specific, limited circumstances, subject to the following conditions:
- Mobile devices must not be used for photography or videography if it poses a risk of injury, such as when simultaneously using exercise equipment.
- The use of tripods is strictly prohibited.
- Respect for others’ privacy is essential; photographs or videos should not include anyone who has not given their prior consent, in line with Belmont University policies.
- No photographs or videos may be used for commercial purposes.
Enforcement and Compliance
The enforcement of this mobile device use policy is critical to maintaining the safety, privacy, and comfort of our community. Any reported violations, whether by a FitRec team member or another patron, will be addressed promptly and professionally, with priority given to the well-being of all members.
Failure to comply with this policy or to cooperate with FitRec staff may result in further investigation and action by the appropriate campus department.
Only service animals registered with the Division for Student Formation are allowed in the Beaman Center. Emotional support animals, and any other animal, are not allowed unless prior approval has been given by a member of the FitRec professional staff.
To park on campus, patrons must follow the appropriate Belmont University parking policies which can be found on the Office of Campus Security website. Visitor parking is also available on the 6th floor of the Curb Garage for guests on campus. Bicycles are not allowed in the fitness center and should be secured at any bike rack between the Beaman Center and Alumni House.
For more information about parking on campus, visit http://www.belmont.edu/ocs/parking/parking_regulations.html
FitRec provides equipment for recreational use inside and, on occasion, outside of the facility; all of which are available for checkout at the Beaman Information Desk. Equipment that is checked out will be assigned to your FitRec account and must be returned before the fitness center closes that day unless other arrangements have been made with FitRec leadership.
FitRec provides outdoor equipment (tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, etc.) for patrons to check out. Interested parties should click the link here to view available items and complete the Outdoor Equipment Rental Request form.
Theft
Fitness & Recreation assumes no responsibility for personal items in the fitness center. All patrons are encouraged to secure their own possessions in the locker rooms and can obtain a free lock from the BID to do so while using the fitness center. In the event of theft, Fitness & Recreation staff members will file an incident report and call the Office of Campus Security. Once security has been notified, the patron should follow-up with security on the progress of the investigation.
Lost and found
Fitness and Recreation is not responsible for patrons’ personal items. If items are found or turned into a FitRec staff member, the items will be documented and stored onsite for two weeks before disposal.
Bluetooth speakers are permitted for use in the Rec Gym and Group Fitness Room only and volume must be kept at a reasonable level with music that is appropriate and does not contain explicit language. If music violates these expectations, students will need to wear headphones or may be asked to turn it off. Other audio/visual media is prohibited unless authorized by FitRec Directors.