Trail System
Walking Trails
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The wood chipped walking trail is 1.9 miles long and begins behind Baker Family Fitness Center.
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The asphalt walking trail begins in parking lot H (behind Baker Family Fitness Center) and continues out James McCarthy Drive. The asphalt walking trail encircles the pond on James McCarthy Drive and and meets ADA regulations (there are two handicap parking spaces available at the pond parking lot). The asphalt walking trail continues onto Faraon to the bridge going over Interstate 29. The distance of the asphalt trail (from Parking lot H, around pond, along James McCarthy Drive, along Faraon to bridge going over Interstate 29) is 1.54 miles. Out and back = 3.08 miles
Biology Trail
- Wood chipped
- 1 lap = 1.1 miles
Lockers, Locks & Shower Facilities - Looney Complex
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Please leave all valuables at home or in the car.
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Bring your own lock to prevent theft from occurring.
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Locks and lockers may be checked out in the Recreation Services Office, Looney Complex, Room 147 or at the Recreation Services Center (roll-up window located on the first floor by the main entrance of the building) to be used ONLY in the Looney Complex locker rooms.
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Lockers without locks are available for daily use only. Only Recreation Services locks may be left overnight on checked out lockers in the locker rooms. All other locks will be cut and items will be confiscated.
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Lockers that are not renewed by the end of the school year will be cleared.
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Items removed from lockers are stored for one semester and then disposed of.
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Participants may vacate their locker by returning the lock to the Recreation Services Office or Recreation Services Desk.
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Towels and personal hygiene products are NOT provided.
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The Recreation Services Department is not responsible for theft or damage to personal property left in lockers.
Swimming Pool Rules
- A valid MWSU ID is required before entering the pool.
- NO RUNNING!
- No going to the bathroom in the pool.
- No rough play allowed in the pool (dunking, sitting on shoulders, throwing people, pushing, shoving, hitting).
- No floatation devices allowed on the board (kickboards, life jackets, or arm supporters).
- Use ladders to exit pool.
- No playing on or around ladders and stairs.
- No foul language in pool or surrounding area.
- No diving in the shallow area – feet in first.
- No public display of affection allowed.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult – NO EXCEPTIONS.
- When lap lane line is hooked, only lap swimmers are allowed in the area.
- No going over the rope or lap lane lines.
- NO flips or back dives are allowed from the sides, shallow or deep area of the pool.
- No jumping or standing on kickboards.
- Only lifeguards are allowed in storage area or first aid cabinet.
- Obey the lifeguards at all times.
- We reserve the right to deny privileges to the pool.
- Faculty and staff may bring one guest or immediate family members.
- Students may bring one guest or immediate family members.
- Alumni members with single membership cannot bring guests.
- Alumni members with couple membership can only bring their spouse.
- Alumni family pass is only immediate family (this goes down, not up) and no guests.
- Gold Coat Club members with single membership cannot bring guest.
- Gold Coat Club members with couple membership can only bring their spouse.
- Gold Coat Club members with family membership can only bring their immediate family (this goes down, not up) and no guests.
- Do NOT vent your opinions to the lifeguards. They are there to enforce the rules that have been set as guidelines for everyone’s safety.
Lockers, Locks & Shower Facilities - Baker Family Center
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Please leave all valuables at home or in the car.
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Storage cubbies are available for use. These storage cubbies are under constant video surveillance.
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Lockers in the restroom/locker room have electronic locks on them and are available for use while you are in the facility.
- We do not have enough lockers available to allow lockers to be kept overnight (or longer).
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Towels and personal hygiene products are NOT provided.
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The Recreation Services Department is not responsible for theft or damage to personal property left in lockers.
Classes, Athletic Teams, Adult Fitness Classes
The Fitness Center will be accessible to all members at all times. However, since the primary purpose of Missouri Western State University is to serve the students and provide education, at certain times of the day, an academic class or an athletic team may occupy the facility. The classes and teams will have first priority to use equipment when they have pre-scheduled workout times. If you are a student not enrolled in the class, a student athlete on a different athletic team, an alumni member, or Gold Coat Club member, you may have to wait for equipment and/or be willing to share. We strive to make this accommodating to all. Please understand the facility’s limitations. You may find it necessary to adjust workout times as to not conflict with the classes or athletes’ schedules. All pre-scheduled classes and team lifting schedules will be posted at the Front Desk so you will be better able to decide the best workout time for you.
Guests
Temporarily Suspended
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Only students, faculty and staff members are allowed one guest per visit (adjunct faculty are not allowed guests).
- NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 12 IS ALLOWED. A person 12-15 years of age must be closely monitored by an adult at all times while in the weight room and throughout the center.
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Each guest must sign a liability waiver per fiscal year (waiver is valid July 1 – June 30).
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It is the member’s responsibility to ensure that his/her guests know and understand the rules of the Fitness Center.
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When guests arrive, they must check in at the front desk with a valid member before they can work out.
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Guests leave when the member they are there with leaves.
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All guests must bring a photo ID with them each time they come to workout.
- An individual taking classes at MWSU is a student and cannot be a guest.
Rules
General Workout Rules
- Users participate at their own risk.
- Prior to participation, you will be invited to attend an orientation on the equipment, its proper use, and the risks of injury associated with improper use.
- Please do not attempt to use a piece of equipment if you do not know how to use it properly.
- Use equipment for its intended purpose only.
- No horseplay, including loud and/or offensive language.
- Food, tobacco, glass bottles, and cans are not allowed on the fitness center floor.
- Water in a plastic container is the only beverage allowed on the fitness center floor.
- Show respect for the facility and equipment.
- Fitness Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Keep feet off the walls and AVOID leaning against or touching the mirrors.
- Pick up after yourself (magazine inserts, chewing gum, empty water bottles, weights, etc.).
- Wipe down cardio and weight room equipment after use.
- Paper towels are available to wipe down the equipment.
- Report damaged equipment to staff. Please do not use!
- Do not spit in the facility.
- Understand that if you do not abide by these rules, you may be expelled from the facility.
Appropriate Wardrobe
- Tennis shoes must be worn at all times.
- No jeans or jean shorts.
- T-shirts and tanks must be worn at all times.
- No sandals or open toed shoes.
- Shirts must meet the top of the pant line.
- No Five Finger toe shoes or knock brands.
- No inappropriate words or pictures on clothing.
Cardiovascular Area Rules
- During busy times, please observe the 30-minute time limit on all cardiovascular equipment.
- Please use the paper towels and cleaner provided to wipe machine after each use.
- Be aware that the equipment might shut off automatically in the event of a power outage.
Free Weight Rules
- Chalk powder is not allowed at Baker Fitness Center
- DO NOT DROP OR THROW WEIGHTS!
- Use collars on free weight lifts.
- Observe weight room etiquette:
- Allow others to “work in” between sets.
- Return weights to the tree or rack that you found them.
- Do not set weights against the wall or other equipment.
- Offer to spot if you see the need.
- Ask for a spotter if you need one.
Pre-Workout Guidelines
Pre-workout Guidelines
Each individual that works out at the Fitness Center is required to:
– Show a valid ID.
– Complete a health history form.
– Wear appropriate wardrobe.
Additional Pre-Workout Considerations:
1. All men age 45 and over and women 55 and over must have a physician’s consent in order to exercise.
2. If an individual who does not fall in the above guidelines has indicated some health risks that might limit his/her exercise capacity, he/she must also obtain a physician’s approval before being admitted.
3. No one under the age of 12 will be admitted (Only at the Fitness Center).
4. Individuals aged 12-15 will only be allowed to workout under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian with a valid ID.
5. If an individual is under 18, he/she must have a consent for care of minor form signed by his/her parents or guardian before being allowed to workout.
Paperwork Downloads
MWSU Student, Faculty & Staff Health History Form
Alumni & Community Member Health History Form
Fax Form for Doctor’s Clearance (pdf)
Please note: Only digital versions of the Health History Form and Guest Form will now be accepted.
Fitness Assessments and Personal Trainers
Fitness Assessments / Program Development
You may obtain a fitness assessment and help in developing a workout program for no cost, as long as you are a valid card holder at Baker Family Fitness Center.
Personal Trainers
We do not allow personal training to take place at the center. We can give you an orientation on the equipment, but we can not meet with you on a regular basis to personally train you.
Campus Map
- Blue Circles: Accessible Parking (A Disability parking permit is required)
- White Circles: Parking Area
NOTE: Students, faculty and staff must purchase a parking sticker to park on campus and must park in the designated parking spots. Gold Coat Club and Alumni members working out at the fieldhouse do not have to purchase a parking sticker.
