SANCTUS GYM LTD

GYM RULES & CODE OF CONDUCT

Effective Date: 23/07/2026

These Gym Rules & Code of Conduct form part of your Membership Agreement with Sanctus Gym Ltd and apply to all Members, guests, visitors and anyone using the Facilities.

Our aim is to provide a safe, welcoming and professional environment where everyone can train, improve and enjoy their experience.

Failure to comply with these Rules may result in disciplinary action, including suspension or termination of membership in accordance with our Membership Terms & Conditions.

Contents

1. Respect Others
2. Respect the Equipment
3. Keep the Gym Clean & Tidy
4. Chalk
5. Clothing & Footwear
6. Filming & Photography
7. Mobile Phones & Speakers
8. Smoking, Vaping & Alcohol
9. Food & Drink
10. Children
11. Dogs
12. Parking
13. CCTV
14. Access Cards
15. Opening Hours
16. Coaching
17. Safety During Training
18. Member Behaviour
19. Social Media & Reputation
20. Breaches of the Rules
21. Our Community

 

1. Respect Others

Treat all Members, visitors and staff with courtesy and respect at all times.

We do not tolerate:

• Aggressive behaviour.
• Threatening or intimidating conduct.
• Harassment or bullying.
• Discrimination of any kind.
• Abusive or offensive language.
• Behaviour that makes others feel unsafe or uncomfortable.

Sanctus is committed to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to train.

 

2. Respect the Equipment

Please look after the gym as if it were your own.

Members must:

• Return all equipment after use.
• Strip barbells after lifting.
• Return dumbbells to the correct rack.
• Return strongman equipment to its designated storage area.
• Report damaged equipment immediately.
• Use equipment only for its intended purpose.

Deliberate damage or misuse of equipment may result in disciplinary action and Members may be liable for repair or replacement costs where appropriate.

 

3. Keep the Gym Clean & Tidy

Please leave the Facilities in the condition you would like to find them.

Members should:

• Dispose of rubbish in the bins provided.
• Return accessories after use.
• Keep walkways clear.
• Wipe down equipment after use where cleaning products are provided.
• Avoid leaving bags or personal belongings where they create trip hazards.

 

4. Chalk

Chalk is permitted throughout the gym.

Please use chalk responsibly and clean up any excess from equipment and the floor after your session.

Loose chalk should be kept to a minimum to help maintain a clean training environment.

 

5. Clothing & Footwear

Suitable training clothing must be worn at all times.

Footwear should be appropriate for the activity being undertaken.

Members participating in activities where barefoot lifting or specialist footwear is accepted should exercise good judgement and maintain appropriate hygiene.

Training without a shirt may be permitted at the discretion of Sanctus provided it is appropriate to the training environment and does not cause offence to other Members.

 

6. Filming & Photography

Members are welcome to film or photograph their own training.

However:

• Do not film another Member without their permission.
• Do not obstruct equipment or walkways.
• Do not interrupt classes or coaching sessions.
• Follow any reasonable instruction given by Sanctus staff.

Sanctus reserves the right to stop filming where necessary to protect the privacy, safety or enjoyment of others.

 

7. Mobile Phones & Speakers

Please be considerate when using mobile phones.

Phone calls should be kept brief and should not interfere with other Members.

Personal speakers may only be used with permission from Sanctus staff.

Headphones are encouraged.

 

8. Smoking, Vaping & Alcohol

Smoking and vaping are prohibited anywhere inside the building.

Members must not attend the Facilities whilst under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.

Anyone appearing intoxicated may be refused entry or asked to leave.

 

9. Food & Drink

Lidded drinks bottles are encouraged.

Glass containers should be avoided wherever possible.

Members are responsible for cleaning up after themselves.

 

10. Children

Children are welcome at Sanctus under the following conditions:

• Children up to and including 10 years old may accompany a Member free of charge.
• Children aged 11–16 years may accompany a Member onto the gym floor for £5 per visit.
• Anyone aged 16 years or over must hold a valid membership or purchase a day pass unless attending an authorised session.

Parents or guardians remain fully responsible for supervising children at all times.

Children must not:

• Use equipment unless authorised.
• Run around the gym.
• Distract Members during lifts.
• Interfere with classes or coaching.

Sanctus reserves the right to refuse access where safety may be compromised.

 

11. Dogs

Well-behaved dogs are welcome within the Facilities.

Owners remain fully responsible for their dog at all times.

Dogs must:

• Remain under control.
• Not interfere with Members or classes.
• Be cleaned up after immediately.
• Not damage equipment or property.

Sanctus reserves the right to ask any dog to leave if its behaviour creates a safety risk or disturbance.

 

12. Parking

Members should park only within spaces designated for Sanctus.

Please respect neighbouring businesses and do not obstruct entrances, exits or access routes.

Vehicles and their contents remain entirely at the owner’s risk.

 

13. CCTV

CCTV operates throughout the Facilities for the safety and security of Members, visitors and staff.

Further information can be found within our Privacy Policy.

 

14. Access Cards

Access cards remain the property of Sanctus Gym Ltd.

Members must not:

• Share their card.
• Lend their card.
• Permit another person to enter using their card.

Lost or damaged cards should be reported immediately.

Replacement cards are subject to a £5 administration fee.

 

15. Opening Hours

Standard Member access is:

5:00am – 10:00pm

10:00pm is the latest permitted entry.

Members should leave the Facilities within a reasonable time after completing their training session.

Opening hours may occasionally change due to maintenance, events or operational requirements.

 

16. Coaching

Only coaches authorised by Sanctus Gym Ltd may provide paid coaching or personal training within the Facilities.

Unauthorised coaching, personal training or commercial activity is prohibited without prior written permission.

 

17. Safety During Training

Members should:

• Exercise within their own capabilities.
• Use spotters or safety equipment where appropriate.
• Follow staff instructions.
• Report accidents or hazards immediately.

Members should not intentionally create unsafe situations for themselves or others.

 

18. Member Behaviour

Sanctus is a strength and performance training facility.

While we welcome Members of every ability, everyone is expected to contribute positively to the training environment.

Members must not:

• Intentionally distract others during lifts.
• Behave in a disruptive manner.
• Throw equipment unnecessarily.
• Leave equipment scattered across the gym.
• Ignore reasonable staff instructions.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive community where Members encourage one another regardless of experience level.

 

19. Social Media & Reputation

Members are welcome to share their training experiences and celebrate their achievements at Sanctus.

We ask that all online interactions reflect the same respect expected within the gym.

Members must not knowingly publish false, defamatory, abusive or malicious content about Sanctus Gym Ltd, its staff, coaches or other Members.

If you have a concern or complaint, we encourage you to raise it directly with us in the first instance so that we have the opportunity to investigate and resolve the matter fairly.

Nothing in this rule prevents Members from expressing honest opinions or exercising their legal rights.

 

20. Breaches of the Rules

Failure to comply with these Gym Rules may result in:

• A verbal warning.
• A written warning.
• Temporary suspension.
• Permanent termination of membership.

The action taken will depend upon the seriousness of the breach.

Serious misconduct may result in immediate removal from the Facilities.

 

21. Our Community

Sanctus is more than just a gym.

We are a community built around respect, hard work and helping one another improve.

We ask every Member to:

• Respect the Facilities.
• Respect the equipment.
• Respect the coaches.
• Respect each other.

Train hard.

Support others.

Represent Sanctus with pride.

Together, we create an environment where everyone can become stronger, healthier and better than yesterday.

 

STRENGTH | SKILL | PERFOMANCE