Fitness Center Policies

Weather: In case of severe weather (i.e., ice, snow, tornado, hurricane, etc.) please call the fitness desk at 919-660-6660 to confirm the fitness center hours. If an event occurs overnight, there will be an announcement recorded by the start of business hours.

Identification badge: We ask that you wear your ID badge at all times when exercising or using the fitness facilities. If you forget your ID badge you will be asked to sign-in and wear a generic badge. If you damage or lose your ID badge, there is a $5 replacement cost. Any Fitness Center staff member can provide you with a replacement badge.

Key disc and locker policy: You may use a locker during your exercise session or you may rent a locker on a monthly or yearly basis. Locker keys may be obtained at the front desk by exchanging car keys or driver’s license for the locker key. All lockers with items left overnight will be emptied. If you lose the locker key you must pay a replacement fee of $25. Lockers may be rented through the front desk.

Sauna: Each locker room has a dry sauna for your enjoyment. We are concerned about your safety. Individuals at high risk (pregnant women, individuals who take prescription medications or use alcohol, individuals with elevated blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease) should be advised not to use the sauna unless authorized by their physician.

Whirlpool (spa) and pool: Showers are required before entering the pool or whirlpool. No tissues, open wounds, or bandages are allowed in the pool or whirlpool. Please refrain from wearing dirty shoes into the pool area. We are concerned about your safety. Individuals at high risk (pregnant women, individuals who take prescription medications or use alcohol, individuals with elevated blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease) should be advised not to use the whirlpool unless authorized by their physician.

Attire: Comfortable clothes are recommended for ease of movement. Closed toe shoes must be worn during exercise. We strongly recommend wearing pool shoes when involved in pool activities. Pool shoes protect your feet from abrasions and also help to prevent slipping on wet surfaces.

Perfume/cologne: In consideration of our clients with allergies or other pulmonary concerns, please refrain from wearing perfume, cologne, or after-shave in the facility.

Guests: Guests are welcome at Duke Health & Fitness Center. Visitors will be asked to complete an exercise waiver before engaging in any activity. Guest passes provide access to the facility and services, and may be purchased at the front desk for $10. A “guest badge” will be issued and should be worn while in the Fitness Center. Each Fitness Center member is entitled to two free guest passes each year, at renewal time.

Children: All minors (under the age of 16) must have an agreement signed at the front desk by their responsible adult to enter the building. Children under the age of 16 are not allowed in any of the exercise areas. Membership is limited to those 16 years old and older.

Cellular phones: Please be aware of your safety and be considerate of others when using a cell phone in the facility. The staff may determine that you are posing a risk to yourself or others and ask you to refrain from cell phone use.