Reopening Guidelines
Chances are you already saw this in the newsletter email, but I wanted to post it here to easily be available for reference.
Safety is our number one priority. We have new protocols, rules and procedures that will allow us all to get back in the gym and back in the training groove. We can’t wait to have you back.
While the gym has been closed, we’ve covered the place with a fresh coat of paint, the turf has been thoroughly steam cleaned, everything’s undergone a deep scrub down and we’ve spaced out equipment to optimize physical distancing in the facility. Here’s what to expect when you come back to the gym.
Scheduling:
You’ll notice we have a much different schedule. Per the new guidelines from the state, we’re leaving a 30-minute gap between all sessions to allow for cleaning. Each class will be limited to 5 people plus 1 coach. You can now see how many spaces are taken when booking on the website.
You can find the new schedule, and book your spot, HERE or using the MINDBODY app.
With this new schedule comes some new restrictions we’re all going to have to get used to. We are requiring all sessions to be booked a minimum of 6 hours in advance. This will allow us to prepare individual workout stations, make sure you program is ready and cancel classes with no attendance.
If you miss your sign-up time, you will text the coach who is leading that session to see if you can be added to the class. All of our cell phone numbers are at the bottom of this email. You can sign up to be waitlisted for a class that is full, and you can cancel without penalty 2 hours before. Late cancellations eat up space for other members and are unacceptable.
When You Arrive:
You must arrive to your workout on time. If you arrive more than 5 minutes early, please wait in your car. Everyone will need to be out of the building by the end of the 60-minute session to ensure we have plenty of time to clean all commonly touched surfaces and get equipment and programs ready for the next wave.
When you arrive at the gym, please wear a cloth face covering while in the lobby and changing your shoes. Once you get your gym shoes on, head on to the floor and the on-staff coach will make sure you have your own space to warm up with any equipment you need. You do not need to wear the cloth face covering while exercising; there will be physical distance between all members and staff. If you prefer to wear one while exercising, we will make program modifications to allow for that. We have cloth face coverings available to anyone who needs one.
Upon arrival, please wash your hands or use one of the automatic hand sanitizer dispensers located throughout the gym.
During the Workout:
After a coach leads you through the daily warm up, you will continue onto your personalized training program at your own station. You will have any bands, barbells, boxes and rings at your own station and a coach will assist you in getting any dumbbells or kettlebells that you need.
After completing your workout, it is your responsibility to clean any gym equipment used with the disinfectant spray bottle located at your station.
The water bubbler will be available but we will no longer be providing disposable cups. Please bring your own water bottle.
We will be trying to use our space in the parking lot as much as possible. If you’d like to train outside, let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
We are no longer using paper sheets to track workout programs. We will be using TrueCoach to plan and log all your individualized workouts. Prior to each session the on-staff coach will write your workout on a small, personalized whiteboard to make it readily available and easy to read from your station.
Online Training
We understand that some of you aren’t ready to come back. Because of that, we’re going to make sure you still have adequate access to online training and accountability. While we’ll no longer be hosting live Zoom sessions, starting on Monday June 1, all members will have access to an online training portal for follow-along workouts led by Alex, Taylor and myself along with the continued use of customized training plans through the TrueCoach app.
Let you coach know what your plan is and if you need any modifications due to loaded equipment going to the gym.
Equipment Drop Off:
We need all of our loaned out equipment back before June 1st. You can drop it off at the gym during the times below. If you need any assistance, do not hesitate to ask, I’m happy to pick it up for you (especially if you have a 100-pound kettlebell).
Equipment Drop Off Hours:
Friday 5/29
11am-2pm
Saturday 5/30
9am-1pm
While these new protocols will take some time getting used to, we strongly feel as though these new procedures will enhance our training experience and allow for even more personalized attention for each one of you. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to coach you and look forward to having you back in the gym.
