EXERCISE FOR FITNESS – FITNESS VENUES AND ITS EXPECTED ETIQUETE

GROUP 4
PLAYING COURT OR FIELD
A playing court or field may be found Indoors or outdoors, depending on the sport. Venues and facilities are usually
ready-to-use where minimal setup is needed since these are specifically catered to a certain sport (e. g. Basketball,
football). However, some venues need to set up some equipment first, like volleyball, tennis, badminton, table tennis,
taekwondo, Judo, etc.

Depending on the venue arrangements (I. e., rented or otherwise), those who ulllize and set up equipment are
expected to properly fix, return, or store the equipment after use. It is common manners to keep the venue clean and
as orderly as possible after use.

Here are some examples:

✔ Wipe off wet spots caused by drinks and sweat
✔ Throw away used or unneeded supplies and equipment Ilke empty water bottles, athletic tapes, shuttlecock
feathers in badminton, etc.

DANCE AREA OR STUDIOS

These are either open or enclosed spaces with full-sized mirrors on one or more sides. They usually cater to
diferent types of dancers, which is why most have wooden or metal railings called barres. Speakers and music
players are usually available for use and are set up in strategic locations (I. e., at the corners or center).

Like in playing courts and fields, depending on the venue arrangements, users of dance area or studios are
expected to keep music players after use, turn off lights and ventilation when not in use, and maintain the
venue orderly for the next users.

The following are other expectations when using dance studios:

✔ Keep footwear and other belongings on the sides or designated spots (I. e. Iockers, benches, tables)
✔ Wipe off wet spots caused by drinks and sweat on the floor.
✔ If it is an open area, keep music at accepted volume so as not to disturb other users.
✔ Know the studio schedule every time so that you will not be rushed to move out for next users.

GYM OR WEIGHTS AREA

These are usually indoor facilities with different types of equipment such as machine weights, free weights, balls,
exercise machines (e. g. treadmill, stationary bike, rower, stair climber), mats, etc. They are strategically
positioned to allow maneuverability and easy access for all
those who work out. The different equipment are also accessible to all because the gym or weights area is
accessible to everyone who works out. Hence, it is expected that you observe proper behavior duriing and after
working out. Here are some of them:
✔ Avoid monopolizing use of the equipment. ✔Share it with others by taking turns when using them.
✔Return equipment to its proper place. ✔Do not slam or drop weights.
✔Wipe off drinks and sweat for equipment and floor. ✔Lower volume of music or wear earphones.
✔Minimize grunting, refrain from yelling and using profanity. ✔Wear appropriate clothes including footwear.Do not
take them off to look at your body in the mirror.