The Duke Faculty Club is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of all of its patrons. In that spirit, the following rules apply to our fitness facilities:

Fitness Center Rules

  • Children under 10 are not permitted to use the fitness facility.
  • Children ages 10 -15 may only use the fitness facility, or attend a group fitness class, when accompanied by a parent or supervising adult. An adult is defined as someone 18 years or older.
  • Rubber soled shoes that cover the entire foot must be worn at all times.
  • For health and safety reasons, sandals, open toed shoes, spiked shoes, flip flops, and work boots are not permitted.
  • Shirts must be worn at all times.
  • Appropriate fitness attire must be worn at all times.
  • When performing multiple sets on a strength machine, allow others to work in.
  • Food is not permitted in the fitness facility.
  • Water or other non-alcoholic drinks in closed containers are allowed.
  • For the health and safety of yourself and other patrons, please wipe down equipment before and after each use with spray bottles and towels provided by the facility.
  • Cover all open wounds.
  • Please be considerate of others in the fitness facility.
  • Please limit work out time to 30 minutes if someone is waiting to use the same cardio machine.
  • Please step outside the facility if you must have an extended cell phone conversation.
  • If there are any problems with machines or equipment, please report them to the DFC office.
  • Please do not use any equipment that has an "Out of Order sign".
  • All personal training sessions follow our 24 hour cancellation policy.