Member FAQ: Fitness Center Reopening Updates

City of Edmond Requires Face Coverings Inside Buildings

The City of Edmond requires face coverings inside all businesses in the city limits. Mercy Fitness Center members are required to wear a mask that covers the mouth and nose whenever:

• Entering or exiting the building
• Walking through the building
• Participating in an exercise that is not cardio (aerobic) in nature

Aquatics activities do not require a face covering. Members are asked to ensure social distancing of at least six feet when masks are removed for exempt activities. Members are also asked to follow the posted signage when they reach the area where they will be exercising.

Learn more about the City of Edmond Face Covering Ordinance and extensions at the city’s COVID update page.

Pool and aquatics area procedures

Our exercise pool, lap pool, and spa are open with no capacity limits. Our pools no longer require reservations. Please limit your time in both the pool area and locker rooms to no more than 90 minutes to allow other members access to the pools and locker rooms. Large towels are available for member use. Hairdryers are available in the locker rooms.

Swim lessons and aquatics group classes

Swim lessons and training in the pools are available. Minors may be accompanied by one adult in the pool area during swim lessons.

Can I use my favorite cardio machine?

Yes! The Mercy Fitness Center fitness floor encompasses more than 50,000 square feet of space and plenty of machines to maintain a minimum of 6 feet of social distancing from other members while working out.

Remember to practice good member etiquette by being mindful of other members and wiping down each machine using the provided cleaning solution once you’ve finished your workout.

Group exercise guidelines

Group exercise classes (land and water) are being held with temporary limited capacities and schedules. Aquatics classes will follow the capacity guidelines listed in the Aquatics tab above. All other group exercise classes will be subject to these maximum participant limits:

• Studio 1: 20 members
• Cycle Studio: 12 members
• Pick up a group exercise pass at the front desk within 30 minutes of class start time
• Remember to allow time for health screening at the main entrance

Members are asked to maintain a distance of 6-10 feet from others when exercising, walking through the fitness center, or in the locker rooms.

What is Mercy Fitness Center doing to ensure the health and safety of members?

The fitness center has been divided into “cleaning zones” that will be cleaned by dedicated staff members throughout the day while members are present. In addition, those zones and all high-touch areas will receive a thorough deep-cleaning at the end of every day. Mercy Fitness Center staff will continue to maintain compliance with all CDC, state and local government cleaning, health, and safety guidelines.

What can members do to help?

Please follow the following member etiquette guidelines to help keep our community healthy:

• Use the cleansing wipes and solution provided in the exercise areas to wipe down equipment before and after each use.
• Please bring hand towels from home. Large towels are available.
• Please bring mats from home if possible. A limited number of mats are available for member use.
• Please observe social distancing guidelines by keeping at least six feet of space between yourself and others.
• Please allow a few minutes when you arrive for temperature and symptom screening at the main clinic entrance.

What hours is the fitness center currently open?

We will observe limited hours of operation to allow for deep cleaning at the end of each weekday and on weekends:

Hours of Operation

• Monday – Thursday: 5 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Friday: 5 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Sunday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Members will receive updated hours of operation via email, website, and Facebook announcements as hours change.

How do I bring my kids to the Kids’ Zone?

Kids’ Zone guidelines include:

• Maximum capacity: 15 children
• Staff members will be wearing masks for the protection of our staff, our members, and their children.
• Reservations are no longer needed.
• As always, no food or drink will be allowed in the Kids’ Zone.
• Please be considerate of other members and pick up your child(ren) promptly at your scheduled pick-up time.

What do members need to know about using the locker rooms?

Both locker rooms have been optimized for social distancing and are open, with limited capacity and services. We encourage members to come dressed for a workout to limit the number of people who need to access the locker rooms. Large towels and hairdryers are available. There will be a limited number of lockers available for member use to reinforce a minimum of 6 feet of social distancing.

Are Sports Performance classes currently being held?

Yes! Mercy Sports Performance and Advanced Group Training classes are operating with a temporarily limited schedule and member capacity. No reservations are needed.

When can I schedule a personal training session?

Call today to schedule your next personal training session. Personal training services are fully operational, and masks are recommended.

Can I use the sauna or steam room?

Saunas and steam rooms are open with a limit of 3 members in each room at one time. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that members spend no more than 10 minutes in a sauna or steam room. Please limit your time to 10 minutes or less to allow other members access to these amenities. Large towels are available for member use.

Can I use weight machines and free weights?

Yes! The Mercy Fitness Center fitness floor encompasses more than 50,000 square feet of space and plenty of equipment to maintain a minimum of 6 feet of social distancing from other members while working out. Please bring a mat and hand towel from home if you anticipate needing them for your workout.

Remember to practice good member etiquette by being mindful of other members and wiping down each piece of equipment using the provided cleaning solution once you’ve finished your workout.