FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT G.I.T. FIT
| General G.I.T. FIT FAQ's |
Q: What type of classes does the G.I.T. FIT Program offer?
A: For class information, please visit our homepage and read through the various classes offered through our program. Please note that classes are “grouped/listed” under a main directory associated with a particular class.
Q: When does registration begin?
A: Registration starts the first day of classes (each semester) and does not end after the last class is initiated. Most registration occurs within the first two (2) weeks of the semester due to fact that most of our classes fill within this period of time.
Q: What type of payment is accepted?
A: Visa/Master Card, Personal Checks, Buzz Card, and Money Order. NO CASH.
If you are planning to use a personal check, be sure that your name, address, GT ID and phone number is listed on the check.
Q: Can I pay for a class over the phone?
A: No, unfortunately at this point we are not set up to take payments over the phone. It is our hope that we will be able to have on-line payment in the future. Thus, you must come to the CRC and pay at the Information Desk.
Q: Do I have to sign a Liability Waiver?
A: Yes, all participants must complete the Liability Waiver prior to participation in the G.I.T. FIT Program. Please note that we encourage everyone to sign the Liability Waiver at the beginning of the fall semester – thus, if you attend the same class in the spring, you will not need to complete another form.
Q: I am a GT student, but I am under the age of eighteen (18), can I sign a Liability Waiver.
A: No, all minors must have their legal guardian sign the Liability Form prior to participating in the GIT FIT Program.
Q: Are the Liability Waiver Form online?
A: Yes, simply download the form.
Q: Do I have to register prior to the participating in class?
A: Yes, all participants are required to complete the Liability Waiver and register for class prior to participating. For Martial Arts classes, we encourage potential participants to observe the various classes prior to registering to get a better idea/perspective of how the class operates as well as allow an opportunity to ask the instructor any questions pertaining to the class. All returning participants are required to register prior to participating in any programmed activity. Individuals are able to register anytime during our Hours of Operation.
Q: When do the G.I.T. FIT classes begin?
A: The majority of the G.I.T. FIT classes begin the second week of each academic semester. However, we do offer “second sessions” typically prior to mid-semester. For more in-depth information regarding classes offered, please visit our homepage.
Q: I am not a student or affiliated with GT – can I participant in the GIT FIT Programs?
A: If you are not affiliated with Georgia Tech (for example: student, faculty/staff, spouse, retiree or an alumni) you are not eligible to participate in our program. However, you may be able to attend our “educational” classes – such as ACE Fitness, Lifeguard Certification and CPR/First Aid/AED Training Courses. Reason being, the general public are not able to get a membership into the facility - thus, are not able to participate in our programs.
Q: Can I register if I do not have a membership?
A: Most of our classes require CRC membership, however, we do offer a few classes in which interested individuals can purchase a CRC Entrance Pass at a reduced price.
Price List of Classes Offered With a CRC Entrance Pass:
Adult CPR No Charge for the pass
Adult CPR/First Aid No Charge for the pass
Hatha Yoga* $18.00
Life Guard Certification No Charge for the pass
Massage Therapy* $3.00 per number of sessions
Master Diver (SCUBA)* $15.00
Nitrox (SCUBA)* $6.00
Oxygen Provider* $3.00
Refresher Course (SCUBA)* $6.00
Rescue Diver (SCUBA)* $15.00
SCUBA* $18.00
Self Defense Seminars No Charge for the pass
Swimming* $24.00
“Educational-type” classes No Charge for the pass. All registered student who have paid the Student Activity Fee are automatically provided access into the CRC. * = Requires an affiliation with GT (student, faculty/staff, alumnus, spouse and/or retiree).
Q: I signed up for a class that was cancelled. What do I need to do to get a refund?
A: All requests must be made within the two days after the first class meets or one day prior to a class that meets less than three times in order to receive a FULL refund. Please note that a $5.00 handling charged will be accessed to ALL refunds. Refund requests made after the 2nd class date and one day prior to the 3rd class date will receive a fifty percent (50%) refund (plus the $5.00 handling charge). Requests made after the 3rd class date will be denied.
Q: What happens if a class does not have sufficient number of participants?
A: Although we do not like to cancel any classes, we serve the right to cancel any class due to a lack of registrants and/or based on our discretion.
Q: When I sign up for the aerobics class, do you only sign up for one class (like "Step") or am I signing up for the entire aerobics classes offered?
A: The cost for the Aerobics Program covers all of the classes listed - including H2O fitness. A complete aerobic schedule can be found at Aerobic Fitness.
Q: Is this cost listed under the course description for one class or is for the entire semester?
A: The cost listed is for the entire semester, and/or session – costs are associated with the dates and times listed.
Q: It is mid-semester, is it too late to register for a G.I.T. FIT class?
A: It is never too late to sign up for a class – pending that the class has not ended.
Q: Do you prorate any of the G.I.T. FIT classes?
A: We do prorate the Aerobics and H2O Fitness classes at the mid-point of the semester.
Q: I am interested in the G.I.T. FIT Program, but classes have already begun. Can I still enroll and would there be any discount for the classes I have missed?
A: Yes, you can still join in. Please stop by the Information Desk to register. Even though the class has already begun, you are still able to register (pending space) for the class. Our registration program will pro-rate the class based upon how many classes remain.
| Beginning Golf |
Q: Do I need to provide my own golf clubs?
A: No, all of the equipment will be provided as part of the class.
Q: Is transportation provided?
A: No, you will have to find a ride if you do not have transportation
Q: Where is the class held?
A:
Classes will be held at the Fox Creek Golf Course on Windy Hill Rd. in Marietta, GA Directions: Take I-75 north to Windy Hill exit – turn left and crossover Hwy 41. Fox Creek is on the right approx. ¾ mile. (Transportation not provided).
| Golf for Business & Life |
Q: What are the requirements to enroll?
A: Participants must show proof that they are either a registered Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student at GT. No exceptions.
Q: Do I need to bring proof when I register?
A: Yes, you will need to have proof (i.e. Transcripts or grades or some form of an official report).
Q: Do I need to provide my own golf clubs?
A: No, all of the equipment will be provided as part of the class.
Q: Is transportation provided?
A: No, you will have to find a ride if you do not have transportation
Q: Where is the class held? Classes will be held at the Fox Creek Golf Course on Windy Hill Rd. in Marietta, GA Directions: Take I-75 north to Windy Hill exit – turn left and crossover Hwy 41. Fox Creek is on the right approx. ¾ mile. (Transportation not provided).
Q: What can I expect from this class?
A: You will learn golf etiquette, how to swing a club and the various mechanics of the game.
Q: Who teaches the class?
A: All instructors are PGA Professionals
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| Hatha Yoga |
Q: What do I need to wear to class?
A: Loose fitting clothes – (i.e. shorts, loose pants, t-shirt). Please note that you will need to be bare footed for class.
Q: What do I need to bring to class?
A: Nothing. We provide mats, blocks, and straps.
Q: What can I expect out of the class?
A: This class teaches meditation and relaxation techniques to ease the stresses of daily life. Learn how to tap into your mind, body and spirit for greater flexibility and energy through various poses.
Q: What if I have never taking yoga before?
A: Roger is an excellent instructor that works with all levels (i.e. novices to advanced participants).
Q: What if I have to miss a class?
A: No problem. You will not miss a step if you have to absent for a class.
Q: Is there a limit to how many people can participate?
A: Yes, we limit the class to 18 to 20 participants.
Q: What if the class that I am wishing to attend is full?
A: If the class you wish to register is full, please place your name on the waiting list. If a spot becomes available, you will be contacted. Once contacted, you must come in and pay.
| Martial Arts |
Q: What do I need to bring to class?
A: You will not need to bring anything for the most of our classes. We provide the equipment. The instructor will tell you that you will need to provide in term of uniform.
Q: I am interested in participating in a Martial Arts class, but I do not know which one best suits my needs. Can I participate without having to pay?
A: Yes, we encourage folks to participate in all of the Martial Arts classes offered during the first week of classes only. If you are not able to attend during the first week, you may only observe prior to registering.
| Personal Training |
Q: How long are the training sessions and also who will decide on the date and time and when can I come in register at the Information Desk.
A: Each session lasts approximately an hour - however, the first session may long over due to the amount of material covered. As far as dates and times, we try to pair you with an instructor that can meet at your convenience. As long as the facility is open, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please be sure to wear workout attire for the assessment (as well as your training session(s)).
Q: How do I schedule my session(s) with a Personal Trainer?
A: First, you will need to come to the CRC and register (i.e. pay for the session). Then, go to our website to complete the Request Form. Once completed be sure to hit the “submit form” button. Please note that it typically takes 48 hours to get a response. You will be contacted (via email or phone) by one of our trainers to set up a time for you to go through a physical assessment prior to engaging in the training program. You will be paired with a trainer that is able to accommodate your time/schedule needs. Please be sure to wear workout attire for the assessment (as well as your training session(s).
Q: I register/paid for a Personal Trainer and have not been contacted. What should I do?
A: If you have not completed the Personal Trainer Request Form – please go to our web site and complete the form. Once completed, you will be contacted by one of our trainers (within 48 hours) to set up a time for you to go through a physical assessment prior to engaging in the training program. If you are not contacted in a timely matter, please give us a call at 404-385-1651 or 404-894-3987.
Q: I am inquiring about the ACE certification and test classes – specifically for the times, dates and the cost.
A: For dates and times of the ACE certification (and other information), please visit their site. We, Campus Recreation, only serve as a host for a few of their pre and post certification workshops.
Q: Can one get a Body Fat Percentage test at the CRC?
A: We have an "electrical impedance" machine (basically an electronic body-fat calculator) located at the "Issue Desk" on the first floor of the CRC. Simply ask one of our employees for the device. Please note that you should not workout or drink a lot of fluids prior to using the device - especially drinks like Gatorade that contain electrolytes. You will have to input a few variables into the device - such as: age, weight, sex, and height. The test takes about 10 seconds to calculate your body fat. Please note that the result is an estimation within .5%.
Q: I am interested in working as a personal trainer. My ideal game plan would be to get all my certifications by the end of fall semester and start working in the spring. Who can I contact to learn more about what I need to do to make this happen?
A: We are always looking for personal trainers. Simply contact Jon Hart at 404-894-3987 or email him at jonathan.hart@crc.gatech.edu
Also, checkout the following links for dates and times for certifications:
ACE Fitness
AFAA
NASM
ACSM
Sara City
| Pilates |
Q: What is Pilates?
A: Pilates is very similar to yoga without all of the deep thinking (i.e. meditation). This class focuses on a stronger back, firmer abdominal muscles, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. This mat based class is designed to provide leaner physique and better posture as you develop core body strength.
Q: Are there different levels for this class?
A: Yes, we offer Beginning and Intermediate classes – however - not during the summer.
Q: What if I have to miss a class?
A: No problem. You will not miss a step if you have to absent for a class.
Q: What do I need to wear to class?
A: Loose fitting clothes – (i.e. shorts, loose pants, t-shirt). Please note that you will need to be bare footed for class.
Q: What do I need to bring to class?
A: Nothing. We provide mats.
Q: What can I expect out of the class?
A: If you are looking for a way to develop and strength your lower back and abdominal muscles, then Pilates will help. After a series of classes, you will begin to notice a change in your physical ability. Mainly, you will stand more erect and have a better sense of body awareness.
Q: Is there a limit to how many people can participate?
A: Yes, we limit the class to 20 participants.
Q: Do the instructors have their own studio?
A: Yes, please check with them for outside classes.
| SCUBA Diving |
Q: What is SCUBA diving?
A: SCUBA (Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus) diving involves the use of compressed air and a demand delivery system to provide life-support in the underwater environment. SCUBA divers are free swimming, and have a great deal of freedom and mobility underwater.
Q: Is SCUBA Diving Safe?
A: Yes, provided that you (a) have been trained by a qualified, insured, SCUBA instructor who is affiliated with a recognized agency and (b) you follow your training and adhere to the limits established for your particular level of certification. There are numerous national and international agencies that formally train and certify SCUBA divers. They all strive to produce well-trained, self-sufficient divers who will pursue the sport safely.
Q: What do I need to bring to class?
A: You will not need to bring anything for the most of our classes. We provide the equipment. However, for SCUBA classes you will need mask, snorkel, fins, and a weight belt – please note that the dive trip (for finalizing the certification) is an added expense. We do not list the price for the trip since the location changes each semester and cost varies.
Q: By what agency will I be certified?
A: The G.I.T. FIT SCUBA Program offers certification from two different agencies - YMCA and CMAS. The YMCA SCUBA Program is the oldest national SCUBA certification program in the United States. CMAS is a (largely) European organization. Other agency certifications may be available, depending on who is teaching the class. If you desire another agency's certification, please check with your instructor.
Q: What will be the limits of my certification?
A: For students who complete all requirements of the basic course, the G.I.T. FIT SCUBA Program provides certification at the level of YMCA OWII (Open Water Two). To stay within the limits of your certification, you must dive under conditions that approximate those in which you were trained, and to depths of no more than 70 feet.
Q: Can anybody learn to SCUBA dive?
A: In most cases, yes - any person who is in good health can learn to SCUBA dive. There are certain medical conditions, however, that will prevent you from participating in a SCUBA class - among them are asthma, epilepsy, chronic hepatitis, and a history of seizures or spontaneous pneumothorax (collapsed lung). Also, women who are pregnant will be prohibited from participating in a SCUBA certification course. Your instructor will ask you to fill out a Medical Questionnaire before approving your enrollment in the course. Some students may need to get a doctor's written permission before being allowed in the class. Your instructor will inform you if you need to do this. NOTE: You must have access into the CRC in order to participate – meaning a GT student who has paid their fees, and/or a CRC member (i.e. faculty/staff, alumni, retiree and spouse).
Q: Are there any pre-requisites?
A: Yes - there are specific swimming skills that you will have to pass. Your instructor will explain these at the first class. If you are a reasonably competent swimmer who is comfortable in the water, then you should have no trouble passing the tests.
Q: What are the other requirements?
A: The basic certification course consists of approximately 30 hours of training. The hours are evenly split between classroom and pool. The lecture sessions will provide the necessary background and theory of what SCUBA diving is all about. The pool sessions are designed to teach you skills that are necessary to dive safely, and to give you an opportunity to practice and demonstrate these skills under controlled conditions. Following the lecture and pool sessions, you will be required to take a certification trip.
Q: What is a "Certification Trip?"
A: Certification Trip is a series of dives that are conducted in Open Water at the end of the formal course. The Certification Trip for the G.I.T. FIT SCUBA Program is normally taken during a school break (either mid-term or end of term). Our traditional locations for these trips have been the Florida Keys or Florida's Atlantic coast. We also occasionally run trips to the Bahamas, so there are several choices available for trips. There are seven required dives (one on snorkel and six on SCUBA), consisting of some combination of reef dives and wreck dives. Other dives may be offered as an option (for example, night dives). The required dives allow students to demonstrate the skills they have practiced in the pool sessions, and to transfer those skills to actual Open Water diving. All dives (except the optional ones) are required to receive the YMCA OWII certification card.
Q: What if I can't make the trip?
A: You have six months from the completion of the formal course in which to do your certification dives. If you cannot make the trip for the semester in which you actually took the class, then you can make a subsequent semester's trip (within the six month window). If more than six months elapses from the completion of the formal course, then you must repeat the entire course.
Q: After I get certified, then what?
A: Just go diving! Land-locked as we are here at Georgia Tech, there are still numerous opportunities to further your diving education. For example, he G.I.T. FIT SCUBA Program runs Certification Trips during almost every school break - you are welcome to go along on these as a certified diver. In addition, parts of coastal Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas are only a few hours drive away. In addition to the trips, there are a number of additional certification courses that are offered through G.I.T. FIT. These allow students to continue with their diving education, and to develop the skills and knowledge to become safer divers. The G.I.T. FIT SCUBA Program currently offers training courses in Advanced Openwater, Rescue, and Nitrox, as well as opportunities for other specialties.
Q: What are the costs?
A: The fee for the basic certification course and use of the pool is $235. This includes the textbook and all materials, plus use of all gear (minus mask, snorkel, fins and weight belt – which you must provide) for the course. The only additional expense is the Certification Trip, which usually runs about $400-600, depending on location, group size, etc.