Health & Safety Procedures for Attending Training Sessions at Wilcox Wellness & Fitness, Brunswick

We are so excited to welcome you!
​The health and safety of you, our community, and our team is our #1 priority. We hope that the policies and procedures that we have put into place will help you feel really confident and comfortable joining us at the gym. This webpage will give you all of the information you will need to understand the policy for attending in-person training sessions.

We are using the CDC as guidance in forming our policies, but will make decisions that best serve the needs of our community and provide the safest environment possible during COVID-19. 

We take our COVID policies seriously and appreciate everyone's cooperation as we find our way through this challenging time.  

Steps taken to decrease risk of COVID-19 while training inside of the gym:​

• Face coverings are required to enter the building and are currently required during the training session.  Our greatest concern is for your kids and grandkids who are under 12 year old and cannot be vaccinated yet.
• Hand sanitizer is available throughout the gym.
• We have resumed circuit training, and work to set up the stations to provide you with ample space to maintain distance between yourself and other participants.
• Professional Cleaning frequency has been increased to allow for additional deep cleaning and sanitization of the flooring.
• Indoor shoes are required to enter the gym area.
• All staff members and trainers wear face coverings when ever clients are present.
• As of August 4th, 2020 an air sanitization upgrade was made to the HVAC System.  More information about this system can be viewed HERE. 

I prepared a short video to help you get a sense of the gym policies that we have in place to keep our community safe.

Please SCROLL DOWN a Q&A section, which includes a list of our favorite masks.  If you have additional questions that are not addressed on this page please contact me at allison@wilcoxwellnessfitness.com.
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Q:  What are the policies for visiting the gym when returning to Maine from out of state or international travel?
A:  We follow all of the current Maine CDC Guidelines for quarantine and/or testing when returning to Maine from Travel.   More information on the current state requirements can be found HERE.
If you have traveled out of state you may return to the gym under the following conditions:

Q:  Will a warm up and cool down be included in the training session?
A:   Yes it will!  Feel free to arrive 15 minutes early to perform your SMR - foam rolling.  Then the trainer will take you through a dynamic warm up as part of the 45 minute training session.  

Q:  Can I continue my cool down after the training session is over?
A:  We encourage you to stay after your training session to go through a short cool down.  Please keep your mask on at all times and maintain distance to the best of your ability.

Q:  Where can I put my mask when I take it off?
A:  At the present time masks must be worn during the training session.

Q:  When can I remove my mask?
A:  At the present time you must wear your mask while in your training session.  I will re-evaluate this policy as transmission levels decrease and children under 12 years of age are able to be vaccinated.

Q:  Can I stop wearing my mask to the gym once I am fully vaccinated?
A:  At this time you are still required to wear your mask even if you are fully vaccinated.  Unfortunately, we are seeing people who are vaccinated test positive for COVID-19, and as an added precaution to our community and to our loved ones at home I am asking that masks be worn at all times.

Q:  Are there masks that you recommend for use when exercising?
A:  Yes, there are several masks that we have tested and like for use when exercising:

• BocoX is a mask designed for running and is quite comfortable for exercise.  You can purchase these masks at Fleet Feet on Maine St or online.

• Many people like the Under Armour Masks.  These masks can be purchased at the outlet in Freeport or online.  These masks are a thick material and some people find them to be hot, but others love them.
• The Outdoor Research Mask offers a great fit and a snug nose clip for those with glasses.  The material is breathable and comfortable for exercise.  This mask also accepts a filter for added protection when out maintaining distance in public places is difficult.  You can purchase this mask at L.L. Bean or online. 
• Cotopaxi makes a CDC approved, double layer cotton mask that is very thin.  I would not personally wear this mask in public places but believe that it will offer sufficient protection to you and others in the gym environment where we are maintaining distance and taking other safety precautions.  This mask can be purchased at Eastern Mountain Sports in Freeport or online.

Q:  Do I have to choose INDOOR or LIVEStream Training Sessions?
A:  No - we want to keep this as flexible as possible for you. In our group training program, you may attend any of these sessions - just sign up as always via Pike13 with a 1-hour notice. 
​Note:  All Early Bird Sessions require enrollment 8 hours in advance so that the trainers have time to prepare for you.
**AT THE PRESENT TIME LIVESTREAM TRAINING IS NOT ON OUR SCHEDULE, BUT I DO ANTICIPATE IT RETURNING AS WE APPROACH THE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS.  STAY TUNED.

Q:  Do I need to buy new shoes to wear indoors?
A:  No - we just want you to wear clean indoor shoes. This policy existed before COVID and helps us keep our gym clean.  You can clean an "old" pair of shoes and dedicate them to the gym going forward.

Q:  What if I forget my indoor sneakers?
A:  Please thoroughly clean the soles of your sneakers so that you don't track dirt into the gym.

Q:  How do I know that the equipment I'm using is clean?
A:  Since the start of this pandemic we have learned that COVID-19 is not spread on surfaces.  However, we do have sanitizer available around the gym, so if it helps you feel safer please feel free to clean your equipment before you use it.  

Q:  Can I use the showers?
A:  Yes.  Showers are open without any restrictions.  They are cleaned routinely by professional cleaners.  We have towels available for you to place on the floor to stand on.

Q:  What if I have seasonal allergies that are causing me to have a cough or sore throat?  Am I not allowed at the gym?
A:  If you have symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19 please consult with your healthcare professional about getting tested for COVID-19.  If your symptoms are consistent with allergies please be mindful of washing your hands after touching your face and wear your mask at all times.

Do you have other questions not addressed here? 
​Please email me at allison@wilcoxwellnessfitness.com and I'll gladly address your questions.