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10. Table Tennis - A ping pong table is available along with equipment at all times.
11. Badminton - We offer two sets of standards and nets for users to play badminton. Official courts are not laid down
on the floor however these standards can be set up in any useable area.
12. Foosball Table - A table soccer table is available for use next to the equipment room.
Rules for Student Recreation Center
1. ID’s - All users will have on their person; their current Blazer One VU ID card at all times, and will present it upon entering, to the appropriate building employee.
2. Appropriate Clothing/Footwear –
a. Clothing: All users will dress in the appropriate athletic attire for the activity in which they are participating. T-shirts, shorts, socks, warm- ups, must be worn while participating. No jeans or dresses.
b. Footwear: Proper clean, non-marking athletic footwear appropriate for the activity will be worn.
3. Behavior - While in the facilities, users will follow behavioral expectations of the University.
a. Basketball Dunking is allowed, however, hanging on or breaking down the rim is abusive and excessive, and therefore will not be allowed.
b. Foul Language and Profanity not allowed in the Student Recreation Center.
c. Any student or user caught fighting will be asked to leave the facility and may face suspension of use and University reprimands.
4. Smoking/Tobacco - This is a tobacco free facility (Smoking and chewing). Chewing inside the facility will not be tolerated.
5. Reservations for Court Space - Groups and organizations may reserve space, if available, by calling 888-4957.
Aquatic Center
Aquatic Center Office: 812-888-4426 Facilities Coordinators Office: 812-888-4957 Assistant Facilities Coordinators Office: 812-888-5470
The Aquatic Center provides the University with an outstanding pool facility. This 304,000-gallon pool (85 degrees) and 4,000-gallon hot tub (102 degrees) provide for classroom activities, athletic team trainings, intramural and recreational opportunities for many users and groups. Staffed by certified lifeguards at all times the aquatic center features a 6 lane pool (3’8” - 12’ depth), shorter 3 lanes swim area, a zip line, climbing wall, basketball goals, volleyball court, water polo, one meter diving board, outdoor patio area for sunning or relaxing, vortex whirlpool area with tubes, aqua massage bench, locker rooms with lockers, showers, rest-rooms and swim suit water extractor, cubby holes for storage poolside. The Center is handicap accessible in three ways: PAL Lift, ADA Ramp, and 2 Handrails Steps Entry. A modern sound system supports all activities. The pool layout is stunning and viewable from the hallway as are the live plantings throughout the facility. State of the art filtration systems at work along with ultraviolet units to kill off bacteria provide clean, safe water to use. Air Temperature is kept 2 degrees above the water temperature year round.
Hours of Operation
Hours of operation typically depend on lifeguard availability. A typical schedule each semester will resemble the following hours: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. weekdays (Monday - Friday). Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Summer schedule for the pool will vary depending on camp times and lifeguard availability. The pool often will have multiple activities going on at the same time and various parts of the aquatic center being shared by various classes, groups or activities. Please consult the semester schedules for the exact times the pool is available each day, each semester. Holiday schedules will be distributed during holiday periods throughout the year.
General Policies
The Aquatic Center and related areas are available without charge to the VU community as outlined below. See Learning Resource Center (LRC) or Human Resources to obtain a valid ID if you do not already have one. The Facilities Coordinator of Recreational Sports is responsible for scheduling all activities/areas within the Aquatic Center. Any person or group desiring to schedule any of the facilities should contact the office by calling 812-888-4957.
1. Students - All Fall/Spring students who are currently enrolled with activity fees paid may enter and utilize the facilities upon scanning of a VALID V.U. PICTURE ID.
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