SSCA FITNESS ROOM POLICIES

⚠️ WARNING: UNSUPERVISED FACILITY USE AT YOUR OWN RISK

OPERATING HOURS

• Daily Schedule: The Fitness Building is strictly open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

• Overnight Lockout: The Fitness Building Door locks automatically at 8:00pm and opens at 6:00am.Trespassing outside of these hours is forbidden.

1. ACCESS & LIABILITY

• Assumption of Risk: This fitness room is completely unsupervised. Users explicitly assume all risks associated with exercising alone or using this facility.

• Capacity Limit: The maximum occupancy of this room is strictly 15 people at any given time. If the room is full, please return later.

• Access is strictly for SSCA members and their guests and Township of the Archipelago Cottagers and Residents. This fitness centre is not open to the general public. 

2. AGE RESTRICTIONS & SUPERVISION

• Children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the fitness building

• Children/Teens 12-15 years of age are prohibited from entering the fitness area or handling any equipment unless under the direct supervision of an adult over the age of 18.

• Ages 16+: Individuals aged 16 and above have full, unaccompanied access to the facility.

3. SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROTOCOLS

• Buddy System: Because the gym is unstaffed, it is highly recommended that you do not exercise alone.

• Emergency Station: In the event of an emergency, there is a first aid kit and a Defibrillator in the Schoolhouse. There is no landline phone.

• Clear Floors: To prevent tripping and falling hazards, all cottage bags, towels, and outdoor footwear must be stored in the designated hooks/shelving units. Keep the workout floor entirely clear.

• No Alcohol or Glass: Alcohol, drugs, smoking, and glass containers are strictly prohibited in the facility. Only water in plastic or metal sports bottles is allowed.

4. CO-EXISTING IN A SHARED SPACE

• Indoor Shoes Only: To protect the equipment and floor from cottage-country sand, mud, and pine needles, outdoor shoes must be removed at the door. Clean indoor athletic shoes are mandatory.

• The 30-Minute Rule: When others are waiting or the room is reaching its 15-person capacity, please limit your time on any single piece of cardio equipment to 30 minutes.

• Wipe It Down: You are responsible for wiping down all equipment, benches, and mats before and after your workout using the provided sanitizing wipes.

• Rack Your Weights: Return all free weights, mats, and accessories to their proper racks when done. Never leave weights on the floor where they pose a blinding trip hazard to the next person.

• Ensure the fitness door is closed when you leave

ENJOY OUR WONDERFUL NEW SPACE AND KEEP IT CLEAN AND SAFE!