We need your help in keeping everyone healthy and safe. In accordance with state,
UofSC, and fitness industry guidelines Campus Recreation has made the following changes
to promote safety during this unprecedented time:
As Gamecocks we pledge to demonstrate concern for others. Put simply, we wear face
coverings to protect others. While at the STWFC a face covering is required in all non-activity spaces and encouraged during your work-out depending on activity type/intensity.
We are requiring all patrons to present and scan their CarolinaCard for entry to provide
a touch free access into the facility.
We use Nyco’s Sani- Spritz Spray. This product is one-step, hospital grade, cleaning,
disinfectant. It is effective on hard and soft surfaces and safe for skin contact.
In addition to the patron cleaning that should happen before and after use, Campus
Rec staff will clean all equipment surfaces 3x per day. High touch surfaces (doorknobs,
stair rails etc.) will be cleaned continuously throughout the day. All cleaning procedures
will be tracked for assurance.
Our hand sanitizer has 62% alcohol content.
Re-opening guidelines issued by the state of South Carolina caution against close
contact sporting activities as well as discouraging shared equipment especially if
difficult to clean.
Re-opening guidelines issued by the state of South Carolina discourages shared equipment
especially if difficult to clean or disinfect. Additionally, those guidelines prohibit
towel service.
The state of South Carolina re-open guidelines discourages use of drinking fountains.
To minimize contact surfaces, UofSC has decided that only bottle fillers are available.
Because of staffing restrictions established in the UofSC return to work program Campus
Rec is unable to dedicate sufficient staff to successfully monitor physical distancing.
Re-opening guidelines issued by the state of South Carolina, require both temperature
and screening. Because of the high volume of commonly touched surfaces and other risks
in using a fitness center, it was determined that UofSC would adhere to this parameter.
State and UofSC guidelines recommend physical distancing. It is in the best interest
of the UofSC community that all individuals strive to maintain a physical distance
of at least 6 feet while working out indoors. The fitness areas at the STWFC have
been modified to promote this guideline.
State and UofSC guidelines recommend physical distancing of at least 6 feet while
exercising. It is in the best interest of the UofSC community that we ensure compliance
with this guideline at the STWFC, so spotting will be prohibited during this time.
We ask that you alter weights or exercise type to maintain safety.
The state of South Carolina discourages sharing equipment. As such individuals must
clean each piece of equipment before and after use—whether performing a single set
or a “superset”. To aid in physical distancing multiple grids have been established
throughout the fitness areas to identify a 6’x10’ workout space for each individual.
Because of staffing restrictions established in the UofSC return to work program Campus
Rec is unable to dedicate sufficient staff to open both the STWFC and Blatt PEC successfully.
All Blatt members 18 years of age or older will have access to the STWFC during the
summer months.
To optimize mitigation strategies, UofSC is currently restricting visitation for individuals
outside UofSC.
Upon reviewing state re-opening guidelines and researching reopening best practices,
we are implementing actionable, intentional, and/or required updates to Campus Rec
operations. Please visit our website for additional information.
We will continue to align with university and CDC COVID-19 guidelines/policies. As
we operate through Phase 2, we may also make operational adjustments to elevate safety
and service. Please monitor our website for all to date information.
In efforts to stay healthy and help stop the spread of COVID-19 and other illnesses,
we encourage everyone to follow the 3 C’s.
- COVER – cough (or sneeze) into the crook of your elbow or into a tissue that is immediately
thrown away
- CLEAN – Frequently wash your hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds – about
the time it takes to sing Happy Birthday twice.
- CONTAIN – Stay home when you are sick until you have been free of fever for 72 hours
without the use of fever-reducing medications.
Individuals are encouraged to make decisions regarding personal safety. Gloves are
not required and, in some cases, may not be recommended. We have hand sanitizer dispensers
available throughout the facility. Additionally, we have sanitizing wipes and disinfectant
sprays for touch points throughout the facility.
Other than modifications to increase safety or service, or changes made to align with
university or state guideline modifications, most changes will be in place for the
summer and many are anticipated to be in place throughout the fall semester. Continue
to monitor our website for updates.
Tours have been curtailed and will remain so throughout the summer.
The issue surrounding the STWFC name has been presented to President Caslen’s commission
that will look at the institution’s history – including building names as part of
that study. There are complexities around re-naming of buildings. This group will
explore state legislation and potentially make recommendations to the state house
for action. The work is incredibly important in positioning our institution in the
best way for all students but will likely take time.
