FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RCSC has been following the guidance of Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and Governor Ducey’s Executive Orders for COVID-19. In the ADHS August 10th reopening guidance, RCSC fitness centers were required to stay closed until Maricopa County met Moderate Reopening Status in the following three metrics: 1) Cases per 100,000 individuals, 2) Percent positivity, and 3) Hospital Visits for COVID-like illnesses in the region. Late Wednesday, August 26, Dr. Cara Christ, indicated that Maricopa County would most likely meet the metrics when the data was posted the morning of Thursday, August 27, 2020. After confirming that Maricopa County met the metrics, RCSC submitted the attestations for each of our fitness locations. We will complete our final fitness center walk-throughs to confirm all the attested requirements are completed. RCSC Fitness Centers will open Friday, August 28 at normal operating hours with limited capacity.
RCSC CARDHOLDER REQUIREMENTS
- Prior to entering RCSC facilities, RCSC has implemented COVID-19 symptom screening with new signage. Please read this symptom screening and evaluate whether you meet the criteria to enter RCSC facilities. Cardholders with potential symptoms may not enter or use RCSC facilities. High-risk individuals should remain at home.
- Hand sanitizer is required upon entry to all RCSC facilities and offices. Cardholders may utilize the sanitizer provided by RCSC.
- Limited number of Cardholders may be permitted at one time, once capacity has been reached you will be asked to return at a later time as no congregating is allowed at any time.
- No guests allowed.
- Masks are required while indoors except in showers, indoor pools and indoor spas.
- Face masks are required to be cloth, fabric or other permeable material and must be worn over the mouth and nose, affixed either over the ears or tied around the head.
- Cardholders are to strictly maintain 6 feet of physical distancing at all times while in the fitness centers, indoor walking track, locker rooms and restrooms. All other RCSC facilities require a minimum of 6 feet of physical distancing at all times excluding an occasional situation when such is not possible.
- Cardholders are required to sanitize every piece of equipment including seating, counters and tables before and after use, utilizing the sanitation method provided by RCSC.
- No outside equipment allowed such as, but not limited to, mats, exercise balls, weights, and foam rollers.
FITNESS
- All Fitness Centers including the Indoor Track will be CLOSED for sanitation daily from 12pm – 1pm.
- Each fitness center will allow 25% capacity at one time. Once capacity has been reached, you will be asked to return at a later time as no congregating in lobbies, halls, locker rooms fitness or track areas is allowed at any time.
- Cardholders must go directly to Fitness Area OR Track at time of check in and must check out with the Facility Attendant prior to checking in for any additional activities.
- Cardholders are to strictly maintain 6 feet of physical distancing at all times while in the fitness centers, indoor walking track, locker rooms and restrooms.
- Cardholders are required to sanitize every piece of equipment including seating, counters and tables before and after use, utilizing the sanitation method provided by RCSC.
- Every other piece of cardio equipment will be turned off to maintain at least 6 feet of spacing between Cardholders.
- When using strength machines and/or equipment, Cardholders are required to maintain strict physical distancing of 6 feet or more.
- We strongly encouraged users to bring their own water with secure lids to rehydrate.
LOBBY AND LOUNGE AREAS
- Lobby and lounge area furniture at all RCSC facilities has been removed or made unusable due to restrictions on congregating and sanitization.
LOCKER ROOMS
- Must maintain strict 6 feet or more physical distancing at all times.
- Masks are required while indoors except in showers, indoor pools and indoor spas.
- Lockers are not available, consider limiting personal belongings.
- Reduced number of changing stalls and benches available.
- Cardholders are required to sanitize every piece of equipment including seating, counters and tables before and after use, utilizing the sanitation method provided by RCSC.
CLEANING PROTOCOLS
- All chemicals used to clean and sanitize are EPA approved and CDC recommended.
- Cleaning protocols will follow manufacturers guidelines for concentration, application, method, and contact time.
- Sanitation products and methods are available throughout RCSC facilities. Deep cleaning and sanitization will occur daily during closure of facility.
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP
- Follow all RCSC rules and regulations.
- Change and shower at home. Please note showers are still required at RCSC facilities prior to entering pools or spas.
- Limit the number of your personal belongings brought to RCSC facilities.
- Submit any comments, questions or concerns on comment cards provided at each location.