Rules & Regulations

Updated 10-19-26

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Club Philosophy

I. Commitment to Health & Fitness
We consider it our mission to make a positive difference in the quality of life through physical fitness and sports conditioning. To this end, we endeavor to provide quality facilities, programs and instruction. We further strive to instill in those we serve an understanding of the value of physical fitness and sports conditioning to their lives.

In order to fulfill our mission, we pledge the following:

• That we open our membership to persons of all races, creeds and places of origin

• That we treat each member as though the success of our club depends on that individual alone

• That we systematically upgrade our professional knowledge and keep abreast of new developments in our field

• That we design our facilities and programs with the member’s safety in mind

• That we continue to increase the value and benefits of our services and programs

• That we deliver what we promise 

• That we agree to conduct our business in a manner which commands the respect of the public for our industry and for the goals toward which we strive

 

II. Service to the Members
We care for our members and the health and fitness industry. We honestly care about what our members have to say, and we say “yes” when we can. Our members’ concerns are our concerns. We take pride in serving them in a timely, accommodating, competent and consistent manner.

 

III. Club Environment
We believe in keeping YCRC clean, well-maintained, safe and attractive at all times. We pay an enormous amount of attention to detail. We know that doing the little things shows the members that we really care.
 

IV. Team Effort
We strive to operate at all times as a team. We have compassion for each other and seek to create a positive work experience for everyone.

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​Hours of Operation​

YCRC hours are currently:

Monday – Friday   5:00a.m.  -  10:00p.m.

Saturday & Sunday    7:00a.m.  -  8:00p.m.

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Holiday hours will be restricted and will be posted prior to each holiday.

Please finish workouts, swimming, and/or games 15 minutes prior to closing to allow for shower and checkout time.

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Front Desk

The Front Desk is designed to accommodate the needs of all members. Services provided include member check-in, guest check-in, equipment check out, snack bar/retail purchases, payments, basic first aid, and general inquiries. Make all payments payable to YCRC and get a receipt. Dialing 0 at any phone in the club will get you the front desk if you need assistance.

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Guests

Our guest policy is intended to protect our members who support us year-round.

• First time visitors that are interested in joining the club may get 1 free day pass and a tour to try the facility.

• Guests under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by their parent or guardian each time they visit. Guests 18 or older must have a valid physical ID. See membership for pricing.

• Guest passes may be purchased by members who would like to bring a friend in to enjoy the club, Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests and guests must be accompanied by the member for the duration of their visit.

• If you have guests coming from out of town for an extended stay, please see our membership office for temporary rates.

• Out of town guests may only purchase up to one month of temporary passes over the course of a year.

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Code of Conduct

Our Code of Conduct helps create a positive and respectful environment where everyone can enjoy their fitness journey.

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Conduct

Yuba City Racquet Club Management reserves the right to suspend or terminate the privileges of members who do not conform to rules and regulations. Yuba
City Racquet Club adopts a zero-tolerance policy regarding inappropriate conduct. Such conduct may include (but is not limited to) loud, boisterous or obscene
language and/or gestures; profanity or other offensive or abusive language; lewd conduct; harassment or abusive conduct towards members or employees;
threats of violence or violent acts; attempts to reprimand Club employees; violation of the Club dress code; theft or intentional damage of YCRC or member
property, slamming weights/equipment or other practices which may annoy or interfere with the enjoyment of YCRC by other members will not be allowed, as
well as any conduct that, in the sole and exclusive judgment of Yuba City Racquet Club management, may endanger the best interest of the Club, its
employees, members or guests. Members are also responsible for the conduct of their children and guests.

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Damages

Any damage to Yuba City Racquet and Health Club’s property by any member, his/her guest or children shall be paid for by the member.

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Obstructing Team Members

It is unbecoming, and shall be grounds for disciplinary action, including termination of membership, for members or guests to abuse any of the Club staff,
verbally or otherwise. Members shall not instruct any Club staff, nor shall members request any of the staff to leave the Club for any purpose whatsoever.
Members are requested to report misbehavior or violations of rules or laws committed by employees, and other members or guests, to Management.
Violations will be subject to disciplinary action as deemed necessary by YCRC. Members are not permitted to request special personal services from
employees.

 

Photography/Phone Use

Photography or video of yourself or other members or team members while in the club with mobile phones or other devices is strictly prohibited. The Club
reserves the right to photograph and/or videotape at any time in members’ presence for promotional or other purposes. This photography may happen without
their knowledge or consent. At all times Yuba City Racquet Club will make every effort to protect members’ privacy and comfort. Please respect other
members and do not take voice calls while actively exercising or in common areas.

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Dress Code

Club: Shirts must cover the back and chest; Shorts/pants must cover the entire bottom; Close-toed shoes are required at all times. Bare feet are permitted in
the wet areas, locker rooms and group exercise room only. Stockings (or socks) covering feet, sandals, hard-soled dress shoes and jeans are not permitted.
Please refrain from wearing strong perfume/cologne. Proper personal hygiene is required and will be addressed as needed.

Sauna and Steam: Workout attire or bathing suits are required.

Pools and Spas: Proper swimwear required in all bodies of water; no cotton clothing. Polyester and synthetic attire are permitted. Members should rinse in a
shower before entering a pool or spa.

Courts: Proper workout attire and non-marking athletic shoes are required.

Kids: Children must wear proper clothing and socks or shoes at all times. Wet clothes or swimsuits are not permitted in Kids Club/Nursery.

Messages and images on attire or facial coverings that, in the sole and exclusive judgment of YCRC management, violate YCRC’s policies against harassment or discrimination, are prohibited. The Club may in its sole and absolute discretion disallow use of the Club to any person not in compliance with this policy.

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Health & Safety

Health: YCRC strongly recommends that all members and guests have a complete physical examination prior to using its facilities. YCRC will have you sign a
Par-Q at the time of sign up stating you are in good physical health. Additionally, stop exercising if you experience dizziness, pain or unusual discomfort.
Accelerated weight loss clothing or anabolic steroid use is not permitted.

Safety: Weapons and illegal drugs are not permitted on Club property. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted, except at authorized club-sponsored social
events. Personal workout equipment is not permitted.

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Unauthorized Training or Instruction

Members receiving unauthorized training or instruction of any kind, weight, cardiovascular or racquet sports will be asked to leave the Club and future Club
privileges may be suspended or cancelled. Professional instruction, of any nature, may only be conducted by the Yuba City Racquet Club Staff.

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Club Rules, Regulations & Etiquette

To ensure a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience for all, we ask everyone to follow our club guidelines and practice good etiquette.

 

Cardio, Free Weight, Resistance & Functional Areas

1. Please wipe down equipment after use.

2. Speakers are strictly prohibited. Headphones must accompany music playing devices or phones.

3. If you are not actively using a machine, please allow other members to use the equipment.

4. Report any maintenance issues to the front desk.

5. No food or glass in workout areas.

6. Return all weights to racks after use and equipment to its rightful location.

7. Do not drop weights or lean them on walls.

8. Always use weight safety clips. Make sure all seats are secured and all pins in place.

9. Proper workout attire and shoes are required (see dress code).

10. Members must be at least 14 years of age to workout unsupervised.

11. After attending an orientation with their parent and a YCRC personal trainer, juniors who are 12-13 years old may use fitness floor and group exercise room, if approved by the YCRC personal trainer and must be directly supervised by their parent or legal guardian.

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Group Exercise

1. Proper workout attire required (see dress code).

2. No food or glass containers.

3. No portable music devices during class.

4. Please listen to the instructor.

5. Please turn off cell phones.

6. Please return equipment to storage racks.

7. Please refrain from entering the studio before the current class has finished.

8. Please do not use or take equipment from a training area or studio while in session.

9. Please be on time, entering a class in progress is not recommended.

10. Please be considerate of other members’ exercise space and not crowd a member who arrived before you.

11. Please wipe down equipment after use.

12. Juniors must be at least 14 years of age, unless otherwise specified, to take classes. Children 11 – 13 years of age may take classes with instructor’s
    approval and with parent present during the entire class.

13. Group exercise classes are offered daily at various times.

14. Group Exercise Schedules for aqua classes, floor classes and cycling classes are available on YCRC.COM.

15. Class will always be held unless there are less than 2 participants (class will be cancelled 10 minutes after scheduled start time).

16. Average attendance for a class must be 10 or more or the class can be removed from the Group Exercise Menu.

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Saunas, Steam Room & Cold Plunge

1. Do not pour water or use essential oils on the heating rocks or steam sensors. These are electric saunas and steam generators. Pouring water on the
   rocks or sensors will damage the heating element and will be subject to termination of membership.

2. Due to high temperatures (175-185 degrees F. in saunas and 110-115 degrees F in steam rooms) can be dangerous to peoples’ health. Members must
   limit themselves to 10 minutes before using another area with at least 10 minutes in a cooler environment in between.

3. Consult a physician before using. Those with medical conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, low blood sugar and respiratory
   problems, and those who are pregnant, should avoid exposure to high heat.

4. Proper attire required (see dress code).

5. Shower before entering.

6. No food or glass permitted.

7. No drying of personal items.

8. Cold Plunge will be held at 50-55 degrees F

9. Must be at least 18 years of age, children under 18 years of age not permitted in the sauna, steam room, or cold plunge.

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Pools & Spas

Pools:

1. Scheduled organized pool activities (e.g., aqua aerobics classes, lessons, etc.) have priority over open/family swim use.

2. Please shower before entering.

3. Proper swimwear required in all bodies of water, (see dress code).

4. No food or drink allowed in the bodies of water. No glass containers.

5. Loud or offensive language is prohibited.

6. Do not sit on, play with or go over lane dividers.

7. No diving, running, or playing on deck.

8. Individuals with open wounds or sores are prohibited.

9. Persons having active diarrhea or who have had active diarrhea within the previous 14 days shall not be allowed to enter the pool or spa.

10. Inner-tubes, floating mattresses or pool toys of any kind, dunking, pushing, or rough-housing, articles of any kind to be thrown into the pool, hair pins or other metal objects are prohibited.

11. Children under 14 must be under supervision by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Children unable to swim safely must be accompanied in the water by a parent or legal guardian providing immediate supervision regardless of the presence of a lifeguard.

12. Children who are not potty-trained must wear a swim diaper.

13. The indoor lap pool will be maintained at 80-85 degrees F year round and is reserved for members 14 years and older unless it is during posted family swim hours. (See class schedule for hours)

14. It is proper procedure to split the lanes when pool is busy. Always notify the current swimmer in the lane before entering and split the lane with them

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Spas:

1. Indoor spa use is restricted to only those 18 years of age or older.

2. Due to high temperatures (approximately 94 -104 degrees F.) spas can be dangerous to people’s health. Members must limit themselves to (10) ten minutes before using another area without at least (10) ten minutes in a cooler environment in between.

3. Consult a physician before using. Those with medical conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, low blood sugar and respiratory problems, and those who are pregnant, should avoid exposure to high heat.

4. Children under the age of 14 must be under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian while using a spa, and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the body of water.

5. Please shower before entering a body of water and rise off lotions or soaps.

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Locker Rooms

1. The Club is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen articles.

2. Camera or video use of cell phones is prohibited in all locker room areas.

3. Secure lockers with a 4 digit code.

4. Contents left overnight may be removed and discarded/donated after 30 days. Do not store valuables in lockers. Lockers are solely for temporary clothing storage.

5. Children under 13 years of age are permitted only when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children over four years of age may not use the locker room of the opposite sex. Family locker room is available for families with children.

6. Rental lockers are available for rent, please see management if interested.

7. The lockers are property of the Club, and the Club reserves the right to clean and/or inspect lockers without notice.

8. Members are not permitted to store food, liquor, weapons, drugs or flammable materials in lockers.

9. Towels are provided for you and are located at the entrance to the men’s and women’s locker rooms, please use laundry basket when done.

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Lost & Found

1. The Club maintains a Lost & Found area located at the front desk.

2. The Club does not assume responsibility for items turned in to the Lost & Found.

3. Members must identify and claim articles in person.

4. All lost and found items will be discarded/donated after 30 days.

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Personal Property

Personal property of members or guests, while in or on the Club’s premises or while deposited with the Club shall be at the owner’s sole risk. The Club will not be responsible for any loss of personal property left on the premises, including items left in lockers or with a team member of the Club.

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Personal Training/Pilates Reformer

 

Our goals are to help you achieve the results you are looking for and to make your club experience an enjoyable one.

 

The following terms and conditions apply to your program:

• You agree to arrive 5 minutes prior to your scheduled appointments. If you arrive late for any session, your appointment will finish at the originally scheduled completion time.

• You agree that if you feel light-headed, dizzy, nauseous, or experience pain or discomfort during a training session, you will immediately stop the activity and inform your fitness professional.

• You agree to inform your fitness professional of any conditions or changes in your health immediately while participating in a fitness program, which might affect your ability to exercise safely and with minimal risk of injury

• You must give a 24 hour cancellation notice to your fitness professional. Failure to cancel your session with regard to these standards will forfeit a full session as scheduled.

• All fitness services including tennis and aquatics are non-refundable and non-transferable.

• Services are purchased with Yuba City Racquet and Health Club not the Individual fitness professional. If the fitness professional leaves the club a new Fitness professional will be provided.

• Revolving option continues month to month after the initial commitment.

• Revolving cancellations - Written notice to your trainer is required to stop billing before the end of the previous month.

• Any additional sessions used per month will be billed at the current rate on contract.

• Upgrading or downgrading a revolving service plan is available

 

Parking

1. Members are encouraged not to leave visible items in their automobiles.

2. The Club is not responsible or liable for articles damaged, lost or stolen in or about the Club, or for loss and/or damage to any property including, but not limited to, automobiles and/or the contents thereof.

3. Members and guests must park in designated parking stalls and spaces. Please park bicycles, scooters, motorcycles, and other vehicles in the parking lot or at the bike rack, not on the walkways. Violation of this policy will be subject to towing or membership suspension and/or termination.

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Tennis & Pickle Ball Courts

1. Proper workout attire required and non-marking, closed toed, athletic shoes. (see dress code).

2. No food or glass on the court.

3. When claiming a court, wait until the point in progress has been completed before stopping the game. Tennis courts are assigned one hour at a time and must be signed for at the front desk, we do not reserve tennis courts. In the event that all of the courts are in use, a waiting list will be held at the front desk for the next available court.

4. Children under 14 years of age must always be under supervision by a parent or legal guardian.

5. During tournaments, all tournament matches have priority on all courts. Club sponsored events have priority on tennis courts.

6. Pickle Ball should only be played on specified Pickle Ball Courts.

7. Loud or offensive language or behavior will not be tolerated.

8. No hitting, sitting on or jumping over the nets or fences.

9. Gates are available to all tennis courts. Do not cross courts while play is in progress.

 

Priority by court number is as follows:

• Court #1 – 4: Match Play

• Court #5: Match Play / Practice Court

• Court #6, 7: Tennis Lessons / Pro Staff

• Court #8: Ball Machine Court

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Basketball & Multisport Court

1. Tennis court #10 is a multipurpose court that includes tennis, a backboard and a basketball hoop.

2. Proper workout attire required (see dress code); non-marking athletic shoes are required.

3. No food or glass containers.

4. Loud or offensive language is prohibited.

5. Children under 12 years of age must be under Supervision by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

6. Full Club members may check out a basketball at the front desk.

7. Club sponsored events have priority and the court is used on a first come, first served basis for members, it may not be reserved.

 

Animals

Animals (with the exception of qualified service animals including but not limited to seeing-eye and medical dogs, for persons with disabilities,) are not permitted in the Club.

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Solicitation

Members cannot post or circulate commercial advertisements in or around the Club, nor can they solicit funds or services. No petition or subscription papers shall be circulated on YCRC premises for any purpose without the express written consent of club management. Only YCRC management may offer goods or services on YCRC premises.

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Smoking

YCRC is proud to provide a completely non-smoking environment. Smoking or vaping of any kind is not permitted anywhere on Club property.

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Nursery & Kidz Club

1. Nursery is for children 4 weeks to 12 years.

2. Children 4 weeks to 12 months are limited to a maximum of 1 hour of nursery care. Children over 12 months old are limited to 2 hours of care. Full Club Family and Full Club One Parent members receive this per day per child included in their membership. All other membership types pay $5 per hour per child. A $5 no show fee will be charged if you do not cancel your reservation.

3. You may only have one reservation on the books at a time.

4. Parents and legal guardians are required to be on the premises of YCRC at 825 Jones Road while their children are in the nursery.

5. Please do not bring sick children to the Nursery. A child with cold or flu symptoms (e.g. runny nose, fever, eye or skin irritations, vomiting, or diarrhea, etc.) will not be admitted. Attendants reserve the right to turn away children that appear to be sick.

6. Parents need to call at least one hour prior to make a reservation before bringing in your child.

7. Children must be on a membership with a valid waiver on file to use the nursery.

8. Food and drinks are not permitted in the nursery with the exception of bottles and water cups. 

9. If your child brings a bottle or diapers, please make sure they are labeled.

10. Attendants may assist with diapering only if the child is under the age of 4.

11. Attendants do not assist with taking medications. We do not store and/or distribute medications, monitor food intake or special diets.

12. Children must wear proper clothing, socks or shoes at all times. Wet clothes or swimsuits are not permitted in the Nursery.

13. YCRC reserves the right to refuse the care of any child.

14. The same member will check their children in and out of the facility. If another parent is going to pick up the child, this must be indicated at the Nursery check-in and a note will be placed in the computer system. That parent must also be on the membership with a valid picture.

15. If a parent attempts to pick up a child and the picture does not match our system or there is no picture on the system for the parent, Nursery staff must verify parent’s identity with picture ID or with information on computer such as date of birth.

16. At times, the Nursery area can become disruptive when one or more children exhibit inappropriate behavior. In order to maintain the best possible atmosphere for your child, the following disciplinary measures may be taken. A child behaving inappropriately may be required to take a “time-out”. Should this behavior continue, we will locate you and ask that you take your child from the Nursery. Children that consistently exhibit inappropriate behavior may not be welcome in the Nursery until given approval by the Director.

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Guardian

Legal Guardian – A legal guardian may be required to provide YCRC with documentation showing status of guardianship.
Grandparent – Members may allow the grandparent(s) to bring their children into the club. The parent(s) must have the children on the membership and the
grandparent(s) must have current/active memberships with YCRC.

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Membership

Our membership options are designed to be flexible and accessible, helping you get the most out of your fitness experience.

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Membership Agreement, Release of Liability & Assumption of Risk

Each member must have a membership agreement with YCRC or be listed as an additional member on an agreement. Each user of the facilities expressly
waives all rights against Yuba City Racquet Club, Inc. its officers, agents and employees, and has assumed all risk and full financial responsibility for any injury, loss, claim or other damage they might incur or suffer while using YCRC’s facilities as a result of any act or omission either of the member, or of YCRC or its officers, agents, employees, licensees, and invitees. Additionally, it is understood and agreed that YCRC is not responsible.

All adult persons 18 years of age and older seeking access to YCRC’s facilities as a member or guest are required to sign a Release of Liability waiver to use the club. All minors, under the age of 18 years old seeking access to YCRC’s facilities must have a parent or legal guardian sign a Release of Liability waiver on their behalf.​

 

Definition of Single, One Parent, Couple and Family Membership                     

Single membership: A single membership shall consist of an individual, 14 year of age or older, whether married or not.

 

One Parent Membership: A one parent membership shall consist of any adult and all legal dependents living in the same household 13 years or younger.

 

Couple Membership: (1) A couple living in the same residence in a marital-style relationship. (2) A single adult with one legal dependent between the ages of
14 and 22 years of age. (3) Two sibling living in the same residence between the ages of 14 and 22.

 

Family Membership: A family membership shall be defined as two adults living in the same residence in a marital-style relationship and all of their legal dependents 22 years of age or younger living in the same household, or a single parent and two or more children 22 years of age or younger.

Children on family plans must be the legal dependents of the adult/adults on the account.

 

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Definition of Health Club and Full Club Membership

Health Club Membership: Health Club Membership includes access to cardio, free weights, weight machines, classes listed on the “Group Exercise Menu”,
indoor heated lap pool, outdoor recreation pool and indoor & outdoor spa areas, daily locker and towel service. This membership does not include access to
tennis or Rancho Cortez.

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Full Club Membership: Full Club Membership includes everything a Health Club Membership has plus access to tennis, basketball and our satellite site Rancho Cortez. In addition, Full Club One Parent and Full Club Family memberships include 2 hours per day per child of child care while you are at the main facility on Jones Road.

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Dues

The obligation to pay dues is not dependent on the availability of all the Club’s facilities, amenities, and equipment or the member’s frequency of use.
Tournaments, repairs, maintenance of some facilities, amenities, and equipment and/or other occurrences may make it necessary for the Club to restrict the use of one or more facilities or to close the Club temporarily. The Club will not reduce or suspend dues during the time when facilities are not available.

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Annual Fee

The Annual Fee is aggregated and used by YCRC in its sole discretion for maintenance and capital improvements. The Annual Fee is not dues or prepayment for any services. It is fully earned when charged/billed and is not refundable.

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Payments

Payments can be made at the Front Desk within the club, and will be provided a receipt. A return check or declined payment will result in a charge of $10.00.

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Profile Photo

Every member must have a photo on file so we can identify you in our system. If you do not have a photo on file for one or more members on your account,
please take a photo at the Front Desk on your next visit.

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Change of Address & Membership Status

Members must notify the Club of any change of address or contact information and can do so easily when visiting the club or calling member services.

Members who fail to do so shall be deemed to have received any communications sent by us and properly addressed to the address we have on file for the member at the time of sending, and such member shall be deemed to have waived any claim that notice was not properly given. Any changes to membership status must be received no later than the 15th of the month previous to the month the change takes effect.

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Freeze Status

Members may freeze their account for up to 3 months out of the calendar year. See our request for freeze form for more information.

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Cancellation

Your membership agreement and our request for cancellation form outlines your cancellation rights. An early cancellation while still in a term membership may result in an early term cancellation fee. See agreement for full details. Main Member must provide an email address to receive club updates and other information, regarding their account state, member statements, correspondence, etc. A member who is in good standing and current in all obligations to YCRC may resign at any time by completing a Request for Cancellation at YCRC. Cancellations must be received a full 30 days prior to termination. Resignations received after the first of the month will be effective at the end of the following month. The member will be responsible for all other charges for services and
obligations to YCRC which are incurred on the member’s account up to the effective date of the termination of the membership. Non-usage of YCRC and/or non-payment of dues are not methods of termination of a membership by a member.

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Membership Cards & Key Tags

Permanent membership cards/key tags are given to each member, 14 years and older, only upon completion of paperwork. Juniors are entitled to a key tag 1 month prior to their 14th birthday. You must present this key tag at the front desk each time you come to YCRC. Your membership key tag is your key to the enjoyment of YCRC facilities and programs and is non-transferable. Please help us maintain the integrity and exclusivity of your membership by having your card/key tag with you whenever you come to YCRC. YCRC is not responsible for cards/key tags left overnight.

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Guidelines for Children & Juniors

Members age 14-17 years old

• Access to entire facility at YCRC as well as Rancho Cortez with the exception of the indoor Spa area at YCRC, you must be 18 + to use this area

• Junior members may utilize their membership to YCRC and Rancho Cortez without an adult present as long as they have a signed par-q on file with the membership office and they continue to follow the rules and regulations.

 

Members age 11-13 years old

• Access to classes on the Group Exercise Schedule when a parent attends the class with them and receives instructor permission

• Access to basketball and tennis

• Outdoor pool and Spa with direct parent or guardian supervision.

• Indoor pool during Family Swim (Saturdays & Sundays 12-7:45pm) with direct parent or guardian supervision.

• Rancho Cortez may be used with parent or guardian supervision

• May be in the locker room if directly supervised by their parent or guardian.

 

Members age 0-10

• Access to basketball and tennis

• Outdoor pool and Spa with direct parent or guardian supervision.

• Rancho Cortez may be used with parent or guardian supervision

• Indoor pool during Family Swim (Saturdays & Sundays 12-7:45pm) with direct parent or guardian supervision.

• Nursery

• May be in the locker room if directly supervised by their parent.

 

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Rules & Regulations are subject to change without notice.

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Please contact Member Services if you have any questions, (530) 673-6900.