
Dillon Gym: General Use
The following guidelines apply in all activity areas of Dillon Gym:
- After check-in, all patrons must take a microfiber towel and use a bottle of disinfectant (available throughout the facility) to keep their areas clean. All equipment must be wiped down after you finish an exercise.
- Locker assignments are available at the front desk on a first come first serve basis to all patrons with an active membership. Day-use lockers are also available throughout the locker room level. Cubbies are also available for use in the Stephens Fitness Center. (Updated 6/30)
- All patrons are responsible for bringing their own filled water bottle with them. Only limited bottle filling stations will be available.
- Water, or sports drinks, in closed, resealable containers are allowed. All other drinks and glass containers are not permitted.
- Drugs, alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are strictly prohibited.
- Usage and/or storage of bicycles within the facility is prohibited. All bicycles must be locked in designated areas outside.
- Animals are not permitted (except guide / aid animals).
- Appropriate shoes and attire are required in all activity areas. Non-marking athletic shoes are required on all wood surfaces, including the main gym floor and all other activity rooms. For health and sanitary purposes, closed-toe athletics shoes and shirts are required while using the facility.
- The use of cameras of any kind (unless approval has been granted) are strictly prohibited.
- Unauthorized lessons of any kind are strictly prohibited within Dillon Gym.
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Verification of eligibility to use Dillon Gym and/or participate in all recreational programming is required. The following guidelines apply:
- All patrons must swipe a current and validated ID card at the card reader upon entrance into Dillon Gym.
- Giving your ID to someone else, so that person may gain unauthorized access to Dillon Gym, is prohibited.
- Patrons who forget or lose their ID/membership card will be denied access to facilities or programs.
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Guest and Family Access for Dillon Gym
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Patrons are eligible to purchase guest passes as a membership privilege. Passes may be limited or prohibited at any time due to the availability of space and/or at the discretion of Princeton Campus Recreation.
The following guidelines for guest passes apply:- A student or facility member may sponsor up to two guests per day. Sponsors must accompany their guest(s) at the time of purchase and it is expected that all members remain in the facility with their sponsored guest(s) during their visit. The sponsor will be held responsible for actions or behavior of their guest. Solicitation of sponsors is a violation of this privilege.
- Please see the Dillon Gym Youth/Children Policy below for more information on guests 18 years of age of under.
- Daily guest passes cost $10.00 per guest. Payment may be made by cash, check, credit card or student account. No bills larger than $20 will be accepted at the ID desk. Exact change is always appreciated as the ID desk staff may not be able to make change for cash transactions. NO REFUNDS will be given for guest passes.
- The sponsor requirement is waived for all current Faculty/Staff of Princeton University. The $10 guest fee would still apply.
- The sponsor requirement would also be waived for alumnus of Princeton University and the $10 guest fee would apply.
- All guests must show a current / valid photo ID. Proof of age will be required. No one under the age of 18 (with the exception of current Princeton University students) may sponsor a guest. Please see policies on youth/children for guidelines regarding youth/children access.
- Departmental Guest Passes are available for purchase upon request by any University Department. Please contact the Business Office at [email protected].
- One-Time Group Fitness passes are also available and pricing is as follows:
- One-Time Group Fitness Pass for Members: $10
- One-Time Group Fitness Pass & Guest Pass: Staff/Faculty: $20 (self-sponsored)
- One-Time Group Fitness Pass & Guest Pass: Non-member: $20 (must be sponsored by member)
Dillon Gym Youth/Children Policy
Age Fee Parent Supervision Dillon Pool* Basketball Courts Stephens Fitness Center/ Cardio Annex 12 and under No Fee Required at all times. Must remain with child at all times. Children must be toilet trained.
Only applicable for Dillon Pool.
Access allowed with parent/guardian. No access after 4pm on weekdays. No Access. 13 and 14 Daily pass required. Required at all times. Must remain with child at all times. Access allowed with parent/guardian in Dillon Pool. Access allowed with parent/guardian. No access after 4pm on weekdays. Access allowed with parent/guardian. 15 - 17 Daily pass required. Parent must remain in Dillon Gym, but supervision is not required. Can access without supervision, but parent/guardian must remain in Dillon Gym. No access after 4pm on weekdays. Can access without supervision, but parent/guardian must remain in Dillon Gym. 18 and older Daily pass required. Parent must remain in Dillon Gym, but supervision is not required. Can access without supervision, but parent/guardian must remain in Dillon Gym. Can access without supervision, but parent/guardian must remain in Dillon Gym. Can access without supervision, but parent/guardian must remain in Dillon Gym. *Guest policy does not apply to DeNunzio Pool.
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Men's and Women's Locker Rooms
Locker assignments are available at the front desk on a first-come first-serve basis to all patrons with an active membership. Day-use lockers are also available throughout the locker room level. Cubbies are also available for use in the Stephens Fitness Center.
Gender-inclusive Areas
Six gender-inclusive restrooms are located on the A-level of Dillon Gym. Four in the south corridor and two in the north corridor. These rooms are available to those of need on a first-come-first-serve basis. Both accessible and ADA rooms are available.
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All lost and found items found in the Stephens Fitness Center will be stored in a secure location in the Stephens Fitness Center. All items found in the remaining areas of Dillon Gym will be stored in a secure location at the ID desk. All items will be stored for a total of at least 30 days and then donated to charity if unclaimed.
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- Proper athletic attire must be worn at all times.
- Jeans, work boots, sandals or bare feet are not permitted.
- Shirts must be worn at all times.
- No food, canned beverages, glass bottles or cups are permitted in the exercise areas.
- Patrons must carry all personal belongings with them while using the facility. Cubby use is prohibited at this time.
- All weights must be returned to their appropriate places when you are done using them.
- All free weights should be returned to the plate holders with plates of the same weight (for example, 5s with 5s, 10s with 10s and so on).
- All dumbbells should be returned to the dumbbell racks in sequential order.
- Weights are not to be left on the floor.
- Weights are not to be leaned against the walls, mirrors or equipment.
- Weights are not to be dropped or thrown on the floor.
- Equipment must be disinfected (using provided microfiber towel and disinfectant spray) immediately after you finish an exercise.
- In consideration of others, limit your time on the “cardio” equipment to 30 minutes.
- Inappropriate language or behavior of any kind will not be tolerated. Be respectful of other individuals and the equipment.
- Proper athletic attire must be worn at all times.
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The Dillon Pool is open for recreational swim during posted hours. It is recommended to check the facilities hours page on a regular basis for updated information in regards to altered pool hours. Pool hours change several times throughout the year.
The following guidelines apply while using the pool:
- Proper attire must be worn when walking to and from the pool area; shirts, shoes/flip-flops, etc.
- All patrons are responsible for bringing their own filled water bottle with them. Only limited bottle filling stations will be available.
- Sharing of equipment is prohibited.
- Please exit the pool promptly at the end of your swim out of respect for other swimmers.
- Personal belongings may be kept in the bleachers during your time in the pool.
- The use of the Dillon Pool is prohibited unless supervised by a lifeguard.
- Appropriate swimming attire is required. Please use the locker room facilities to change; not the bleachers, pool deck showers or pool deck.
- The pool temperature will be kept at a consistent temperature throughout the academic year. The average pool temperature at Dillon Pool is 82 degrees and the average pool temperature at DeNunzio Pool is 80 degrees.
- The amount of equipment that can enhance your workout is endless (i.e. aqua joggers, paddleboards, goggles, etc.) When stopping to put equipment on or take equipment off, be aware of others and take care not to interrupt others while they are swimming.
- Lane lines are expensive. Please do not hang on the lane lines between sets or after workouts.
- Showering is required before entering the pool. Showers can be found both in the lockers rooms and on the pool deck.
- Always enter the water feet first. Make sure you are aware of the water depth and others swimming while entering or exiting the pool.
- Teaching swim lessons for personal gains is not permitted unless organized by the Princeton University Aquatics office.
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Pending availability, the Main Gym Floor can be used for basketball and other forms of informal recreation.
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- Posting of signage in Dillon Gym will be removed and discarded if not formally approved by the Coordinator of Marketing and/or found outside of approved locations.
- Campus Recreation only accepts signage from Princeton-affiliated organizations, University departments and community partners.
- Signage must provide accurate event information including sponsoring organization contact information, name and/or logo.
- Campus Recreation reserves the right to refuse to post any signage that violates the University’s policies.
- Signage at Dillon Gym does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of any product, service or information.
Please contact the Coordinator of Marketing, Maria Lauron-Ramos for promoting content in Dillon Gym.
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In order to ensure the privacy of all patrons, the use of electronic/mobile devices (i.e., cell phones, tablets) for photography - photo and video - is strictly prohibited within all activity areas, locker rooms and/or restrooms unless prior authorization is given by Campus Recreation administration. Personal devices may be used within Dillon Gym while listening to audio via headphones or streaming appropriate video content. Please remember to be respectful of those around you during phone calls or texting.
The above guidelines are designed for the protection of members, employees and facilities. All members are expected to act appropriately and be respectful of others while participating in programs and/or using the facilities. Members may not interfere with employee duties, use obscene language, or engage in verbal or physical abuse of employees or fellow members. All members must observe all posted signs and verbal directions provided by the Campus Recreation staff. Princeton University Campus Recreation reserves the right to remove individuals from any facility and to suspend/revoke a membership based on the actions of that individual.