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The fitness centre is located on R1 north side through the door at the end of the "staff lounge". This access route may be modified depending on the activities in the "staff lounge" such as the CIT, but the alternate access to the fitness centre will be posted on the door to the "staff lounge".
The fitness centre has available the following equipment:
| 2 x running machines |
2 x steppers
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| 3 x stationary bikes |
1 x glider (cross-trainer) |
| 2 x rowers |
2 x abdominal rollers
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| 6 x weight training machines |
1 set of free weights |
The use of the fitness centre will be authorized for members of the S&L Fitness Centre Section ONLY (see paragraph on membership) and at their own risk.
The fitness centre will be open from 07:00 to 19:30 during the week. It will be closed on weekends and holidays.
Please note that this policy may be modified in the future depending on demand and subsequent negotiations with the administration.
The administration has agreed to have the Fitness Centre area cleaned on a daily basis by their cleaning staff to ensure proper hygiene in the workout area. The centre will also be equipped with paper towels and a cleaning product to spray on the equipment after each use.
INTER has kindly arranged to have a fitness instructor (Mr. Reynald Dubuis) available for the first two months from 17:00 to 19:00 to give basic instructions on personal adjustments and use of the available equipment. It is not planned to have a full or part time instructor on hand for the centre.
Membership
Membership is reserved for ILO employees only. This refers to persons that have a valid contract with the ILO (ST, FT and WLT). For the time being, membership is not open to spouses, retirees, children, contracted consultants, and members of other International Organizations. This policy may be modified in the future depending on the success of the centre and subsequent negotiations with the administration.
To become a member it will necessary to sign a waiver of responsibility exonerating the ILO and ILO staff, in case of accident while using the fitness equipment. The waiver is available in 3 languages (Eng/Fren/Span) but in case of dispute, the English version prevails.
Each member will be charged an annual fee (120 Sfr) that is due in January of each year for the full calendar year. When a staff member joins for the first time, a pro-rata fee till the end of the year will be charged. Because of the low rate, there will be no membership less than one year (except initially) and no full or partial refunds will be granted for any reason such as a modification of opening hours, or any event occurring to the ILO that causes limited access to the fitness centre or certain equipment. The annual fee may be modified depending on membership and required maintenance activities.
Membership is personal and cannot be transferred to a third party.
To become a first time member it is necessary to:
1. Request membership by sending an e-mail to FITNESS-CENTRE@ilo.org. Please also indicate your office number and your preferred language for the waiver.
- 2. The postal payment slip will be sent to you through the internal mail.
- 3. Pay the annual or residual fee (currently 10 Sfr. per month till end December) at the post office in the Fitness Centre account with the postal payment slip - example: from 1 Sept to 31 Dec would be 40 Sfr.
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- 4. Print and sign the ILO Fitness Centre waiver of responsibility that is found on the ILO intranet. English, French and Spanish versions are available.
- 5. Send a copy of (a) the postal payment stub along with (b) 2 x identity pictures (standard small size, 3 x 5 cm) and the (c) signed waiver to SYS/OPT (office 1-155) for processing.
Your membership card should be returned within 10 days.
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- To renew your membership it is necessary to:
1. Request renewal and a postal payment slip by sending an e-mail to FITNESS-CENTRE@ilo.org. Please also indicate your office number.
2. The postal payment slip will be sent to you through the internal mail.
3. Pay the annual fee (currently set at 120 Sfr. for the year) at the post office in the Fitness Centre account with the postal payment slip.
4. Send a copy of (a) the postal payment stub to SYS/OPT (office 1-155) for processing. Your new membership card should be returned within 10 days.
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Rules
- 1. Your membership card must be placed in the card holder on the wall while you use the fitness equipment. Occasional checks will be made to control authorized use of the equipment.
- 2. No smoking or food is allowed in the fitness centre. You may bring water or other drinks but they should be placed on the floor beside the machine you are using.
- 3. Proper attire and shoes are required for the fitness centre. No tank tops, bikinis, etc.
- 4. Use of cardiovascular equipment is limited to 20 minutes per machine during peak hours (07:30-8:30 / 12:00-14:00 / 17:00 18:30).
- 5. The equipment should be wiped after each use with the disinfectant spray found in the fitness area.
- 6. Please report any malfunction of the equipment by sending an e-mail to FITNESS-CENTRE@ilo.org.
- 7. If you have suggestions to improve the fitness Centre, etc, they can also be addressed to FITNESS-CENTRE@ilo.org.
- 8. If you are not feeling well or feel pain, stop your workout immediately and if necessary, call the Control Centre by using the phone found on the wall in the fitness area.
- 9. Personal program cards are available in a box at the centre to track your workouts and progress.
- 10. Shower facilities for men and women are available on the R1 level. Access is from the tunnel passage that leads to the loading dock.
- Have fun and enjoy your workouts!
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