Facility Etiquette & Operating Principles

The YWCA Health + Fitness Centre strives to provide a safe, clean and enjoyable environment. This requires a cooperative effort from all members. By following the etiquette guidelines, combined with respectful and courteous treatment of each other, we can create a pleasant environment for all.

Our Health + Fitness team encourages you to proactively participate by adhering to our Facility Etiquette & Operating Principles. Thank you.

 For the Health and Safety of All

• Fragrance free zone. Fragrances can cause serious allergic reactions.
• In adherence to our health and safety policy, shaving, teeth brushing and spitting are prohibited activities in the shower, steam room, pool area or water fountains.
• Dry off before leaving the shower area to avoid slipping and falling.
• Remember to always lock possessions in your locker.

• Place your towel in the chute or laundy hamper after use.
• Use Spin-Dry machine before placing bathing suit in your tote locker.
• Cell phone free zone: entire 3rd floor, locker rooms and pool areas.

Be Environmentally Friendly

• Turn off showers after use.
• Towel service is available at Member Services.
• Please use paper towels sparingly.

Pool Etiquette

• Shower before entering the pool deck, and after using the steam room or hot tub.
• Find the lane that corresponds to your swimming ability.
• Swim in a counterclockwise direction at all times.
• If you are being passed, stop at the wall to let the faster swimmer pass.
• Allow the swimmer in front of you a minimum 5-second lead before following.

• Openness & Honesty is the basis of our interaction and relationships.
• Communication and feedback is constructive and respectful.
• Trust & Fairness in our approach creates an atmosphere of mutual support.
• Diversity of individuals, ideas and opinions is respected. 
• Cooperation & Teamwork are important in sharing responsibility and recognizing our interdependence.
• Recognition is given in appreciation for individual  and team accomplishments.
• Conflict Resolutions are constructive and welcomed as opportunities for positive growth