The following policies are enforced whether staff are available or not. By entering the fitness club, you acknowledge and agree to comply with all club policies. If you do not agree with these policies, please do not access the facility. Unsupervised hours and policies are subject to change without notice. Check here for updates

📋 Westerly Fitness Access & Facility Policies

Updated November 28, 2025 | Subject to revision

🔑 Access & Fob Use

• All members must successfully scan in with their assigned fob and ensure door is closed behind them. No sharing fobs or entering without a successful scan

• Do NOT hold the door for anyone, under any circumstance. A $50 fee will be charged for holding the door or letting someone in who did not successfully scan

• The door must close fully behind you when you enter

• Members may only enter during the access hours included with their membership plan (Extended or Staffed)

• Unauthorized entry is strictly prohibited

  • Entering during hours your membership does not include

  • Slipping in behind another member

  • Entering during the 5-second delay before door re-locks

  • Forcing or pulling the door after a failed scan

  • Entering when your fob is declined for any reason (billing, termination, access level)

• Unauthorized entry fee $50. Second offense results in immediate termination of membership

• Fobs must be clean and functional. Replacement cost is $10

• Door not opening? Check phone for a software text. Contact staff during staffed hours to resolve the issue.

• If you occasionally forget your fob, call 401-315-0115 or press doorbell. Repeated incidents will require a replacement fob or denied access

• If no staff are present, no fob = no access

🧍Guest Privileges

• Members are fully and financially responsible for the actions of their guest

• Members with guest pass privilege included in membership must check-in their guest during staffed hours: 7am–7pm weekdays, 7am–12pm weekends

• Holiday schedules may vary

  • When no staff are available free guests are NOT permitted under any circumstance

  • On holidays with staffed hours guest are only permitted to enter during those staffed hours any must be check-in with staff

• All Guests are required to stop at the front desk to check in and must have a signed waiver to be kept on file

• Member and guest may remain in the gym beyond staffed hours however if member chooses to leave the guest must also leave

• During posted staffed hours, if no staff are present, a sign stating so will be on the front door and front desk

  • The member must text 401-315-0115 with their full name and guest full name

  • The guest must sign the guest sign-in form each time

• Bringing a guest on ineligible days, outside posted staffed hours, or choosing not to have guest sign the guest form, is a direct violation of policy. Violations will result in a $50 fine or immediate permanent ban with no refund

🔞 Minors

• Minors (ages 13–17) must have a parent or guardian sign all paperwork before beginning use of the facility. Minors are permitted to access the gym only during posted staffed hours and may not enter or remain in the facility outside of those times. Example: If staffed hours end at 7:00 PM, all minors must exit the facility at that time. This is a requirement of insurance and is non-negotiable.

🧼 Cleanliness & Gym Etiquette

• All equipment must be wiped down and weights re-racked after use

• Restrooms must be left clean. You are expected to clean up any mess and wipe down countertops and mirrors. Do not flush feminine products. Report issues or maintenance concerns by texting 401-315-0115

• In Athletic Training Zone: Heavy bags, cardio machines, FitBench are for class only

• Chalk is not allowed

• Clothing must be worn at all times. This includes shirts, pants, shoes.

• ➤ Policy violations: $50 fine and/or permanent ban

🚨 Emergencies & Security

• If a serious emergency occurs and staff are unavailable:

1. Dial 911 immediately: Provide location: Westerly Fitness, 231 high st., westerly

2. Check for breathing & pulse: If unresponsive, begin CPR immediately

3. Use the AED: Located by the front entrance. Follow voice prompts

4. Direct first responders: If others are present, assign someone to wait at the front door to guide emergency services in

5. Text management at 401-315-0115: Once emergency personnel are on-site, alert management of the situation

6. Pull fire alarm only as an ABSOLUTE last resort: This will unlock the magnetic door system.

🚫 Prohibited Conduct

• Guests may not stay without their sponsoring member nor are they permitted on unstaffed holidays

• Fob sharing is a serious violation: $100 fine and permanent ban

• Outside trainers are not permitted. Only Westerly Fitness staff may provide training

• Opening any emergency exit or window for non-emergency reasons will result in a $50 fine.

• Remaining in the gym after posted closing times and after lights shut off will result in immediate termination of membership

🔊 TV, Music, Retail, Water

• TVs and music systems may not be operated during unsupervised hours. Members are prohibited from turning them on

• Towel and retail services are unavailable during unsupervised times

• Water refill stations remain open

• The gym is under 24/7 surveillance. Fob activity is logged and reviewed daily