Campus Recreation is excited to announce significant changes to our previous Covid-19 operations. Please read below for important updates, including the Member Code of Conduct, and complete the Contact Information Update form. Updating your contact info is crucial for receiving critical updates regarding future changes in services.
We look forward to serving our members again! For University response information, please visit Tulane's Emergency Preparedness website at https://tulane.edu/emergency
In compliance with the city's recent COVID-19 guidelines, Campus Recreation will now require proof of vaccination to enter. Non-Tulane affiliates must provide proof of vaccination or a negative PCR COVID-19 test (within 72 hours). Tulane-affiliates must provide their Splash Card.
1. Enter the facility only if:
2. A face-covering must be worn at all times in the Reily Center regardless of vaccination status.
3. Keep your hands washed/sanitized before, during, and after using the Reily Student Recreation Center.
4. Limit the items you touch within the gym to only the items you will use.
5. Clean each piece of equipment you use with provided disinfectant wipes before and after use.
6. Follow guidelines posted throughout the facility.
7. Follow the instructions of Reily Student Recreation Center employees.
Q: Who can access the facility?
A: To support the health and safety of the Tulane community, Campus Recreation must, regrettably, limit Reily Student Recreation Center membership and access to Tulane University affiliates only. Campus Recreation defines Tulane affiliates as: Tulane University Students, Tulane University Employees, Tulane University Alumni, Tulane University Emeritus, and additional members of the aforementioned affiliate groups with proof of shared residence and financial codependency (Family memberships only. This does not apply for the Early Bird pass). These changes affect the following membership types: Community Memberships, Early Bird Passholders, and Silver Sneakers Passholders.
Q: When can I buy a new membership?
A: Member Services will no longer accept cash during any sales transactions. Campus Recreation is selling new memberships in the following categories through our customer portal:
The Early Bird pass is discontinued. We will honor remaining visits on existing passes for affiliate members.
Q: What services will be available at the Front Desk?
Front Desk sales are limited to Long Term Locker Reservations, Tulane Affiliate Single Entry passes and Guest Passes. New memberships and Campus Recreation programs, services and facility rentals can be purchased through our customer portal. Cash is no longer accepted.
Q: Can I purchase a Guest Pass?
A: Yes. See our Guest Page for details.
Q: Can former Silver Sneakers pass holders who are Tulane affiliates access the facility?
A: The Silver Sneakers pass will no longer be accepted, even for Tulane affiliates. Affiliates can purchase the appropriate membership (Faculty & Staff, Alumni, or Emeritus) online.
Q: I am having trouble accessing my account online. How can I receive assistance?
A: Reach out directly to:
Q: Do I still need to reserve a workout?
A: Reservations for workouts are no longer required; however, we are still under city guidelines of capacity limitations. Capacities can be tracked. Capacities for each area of the facility will be enforced. If we are over our capacity limitation, the space will be closed to new walk-ups and monitored for availability every 15 minutes. Wait lists will be available for both the weight room and functional fitness gym. Attendants on duty will provide instructions for how to be added to a waitlist.
Q: When should I make a reservation?
A: Reservations should be made for racquetball, ping pong, and tennis courts. Make a reservation by booking a court.
Q: What new policies and procedures should I be aware of?
A: Members are encouraged to bring their own water bottle, workout towel, member identification, and equipment (i.e, yoga mat, tennis racket, etc.). Members are still required to bring their own face covering and yoga mat.
Reservations for workouts are no longer required. However, capacities for each area of the facility will still be enforced. If we are over our capacity limitation, the space will be closed to new walk-ups and monitored for availability every 15 minutes. Wait lists will be available for weight room and functional fitness.
Q: What do I need to know about exercising with a face covering?
A: Please see the following recommendations for exercising while wearing a face-covering:
Q: What services or areas are back online?
A: The locker rooms have reopened and long-term locker rentals have resumed. Towel Service has also returned for a monthly charge of $11 and can be purchased online.
Equipment check-out has also resumed.
Q: What areas will remain offline?
A: The pool remains offline. Riverside will continue to be used as the cycling studio. All other areas of the Reily Center are back online.
Q: Why is the pool still offline?
A: The Campus Recreation team is working with Capital Planning and Facilities on the future renovation of the natatorium. The natatorium is over 32+ years old and has reached a level requiring significant financial investment to ensure safe and continuous operation. The project was delayed during COVID because university resources and energy were directed toward COVID operations. The project is currently in the design phase with the architect, construction, and campus recreation team. More information to come when a formal timeline is established for the project.
Q: What is expected of me?
A: Please refer to the Member Code of Conduct.
Q. What precautions are taken to ensure my safety?
A. In addition to each user being required to wipe down each machine before and after use, the Reily Center will close midday for a deep clean from 2-4 pm. The Reily Center will also undergo a deep clean after closing each night. Additionally, a sanitation team will sweep the building top to bottom every other hour, making sure to hit high touchpoints.
Q: What are the hours of operation?
A: Please see our facility hours of operation page for the most up to date information.
Q: Where can I get more information about what Tulane is doing with regard to COVID-19?
A: The University's resource page is continually updated with the most current information regarding Tulane's response. Tulane students, faculty, and staff should also monitor their Tulane emails for any university communication.
Q: Will Club Sports be offered in the Fall 2021 Semester?
A: Yes, with possible adjustments and modifications based on University guidance.
Q: Where can I find out what Club Sports are offered?
A: To view currently active club sports, visit the Club Sports Directory or go to WaveSync and search a particular sport of interest.
Q: Who can I contact with questions about Club Sports?
A: Please contact Zach Bracey at zbracey@tulane.edu
Q: Will Group Exercise classes be offered in-person?
A: Yes, with the following modifications:
Q: Will Personal Training be offered?
A: Yes, with the following modifications:
Q: Will Small Group Training resume?
A: At this time, we do not have a definitive resumption date. However, partner training has returned as an option. Please continue to check our website for updates and information.
Q: Will the Employee Health Improvement Program (EHIP) resume?
A: At this time, we do not have a definitive resumption date. Please continue to check our website for updates and information.
Q: Who can I contact for more information?
A: For more information, email fitness@tulane.edu
Q: Will Intramural Sports be offered in the Fall 2021 Semester?
A: Yes, with adjustments and modifications based on University guidance. For the most current information regarding available leagues and sports, please visit imleagues.com/tulane.
Q: Who can I contact with questions about Intramural Sports?
A: You can always send us an email at imsports@tulane.edu.
Q: Will Outdoor Adventures offer trips in the Fall 2021 Semester?
A: Yes! Check out our Schedule of Outdoor Trips for updates.
Q: What types of safety precautions is Outdoor Adventures taking on trips?
A: Outdoor Adventures has put together the following safety precautions:
Q: Does Outdoor Adventures offer rental equipment during the semester?
A: Absolutely. Our full inventory is available for rent, and we can even hook you up with your very own Adventure Consultant or Coach to help you make the most of your DIY adventure (see below). The following safety precautions will be taken with rental gear:
Q: What else is new in Outdoor Adventures?
A: We're so glad you asked! We've got two new opportunities for you to learn from our Trip Leaders:
Q: Who can I contact with questions about Outdoor Adventures?
A: You can always send us an email at outdoorrec@tulane.edu.
Q: When will swim lessons resume?
A: All group, private, and partner lessons will remain suspended until further notice. At this time, we do not have a definitive resumption date for lessons. The pool is undergoing maintenance that was delayed due to COVID-19, and therefore all aquatic programming is suspended until maintenance can be completed.
Q: When will the pool reopen?
A: Campus Recreation is currently working with Tulane Capital Planning and Facilities on the renovation of the Reily Student Recreation Center Natatorium and Social Pool. The project is currently in the design phase with the architect, construction, and Campus Recreation team. Due to the extensive nature of this renovation, the pool will remain closed through the 2021-22 academic year. Continue to visit the website for updates on project status and timeline.
