Athletics

Please note that these policies and operating procedures are subject to change.

Welcome to the Raider Fitness Club. The goal of the Raider Fitness Club is to promote wellness for Flushing residents. The raised three-lane walking/running track and the weight room is available to registered users during the school year from 5:00-7:15 am and 7:15-9:15 pm on scheduled school days AND when the Fieldhouse is not in use for official student events. 

Flushing residents can obtain and turn in an application packet (Emergency Contact Card and Liability Waiver) at the Administration Building located at 522 N. McKinley Road. All participants must sign in upon arrival and must show a district issued badge.

While we encourage families to “stay fit” together, in an effort to maintain safety for all participating, please adhere to these age-related policies.

• Any child 18 years or younger must be accompanied by and directly supervised by a parent or district coach.
• No one under the age of twelve is allowed in the weight room.
• Children under 12 must be alongside their parent while on track.

Track Usage

• Dry athletic shoes only on the track.
• No strollers or wheeled objects other than wheelchairs or walkers.
• All walkers/runners must go in the same direction.
• Walkers use the inside lane. Runners use the outside lane.
• No racing allowed.
• Children under 12 must be alongside their parent while on track.
• Be considerate of other participants: don’t walk more than two abreast, take phone calls out in lobby, music to be played only through headphones. 

Weight Room

• Dry athletic shoes must be worn.
• Participants are to bring a clean, dry towel to wipe down equipment after each use. Disinfectant spray will be provided.
• Do not drop weights.
• Return weights to proper places.
• No child under the age of 12 is allowed in the weight room.
• Children 18 years or younger must be directly supervised by parent or district coach. Parent or district coach cannot be working out on different equipment.
• Proper work out gear should be worn when using equipment.  Shirts, jeans or shorts with metal or decorative studs are not allowed on equipment as they may damage pads.   

Additional Policies

• District issued badge must be presented before using track or weight room.
• Initial badge will be provided free of charge. Lost/broken badges will be replaced at a cost of $5.00. 
• The Raider Fitness Club will not be available on non-school days. Schedule is subject to change on short notice, depending on the weather and the needs of our students.
• No food or drink other than water allowed on track or in weight room.
• Participants are responsible for the safety and security of their belongings and valuables while utilizing the facility. 
• The Raider Fitness Club badge only provides access to the Raider Fieldhouse track and weight room. Access to other parts of the high school is not permitted.
• Shirts and shorts/pants must be worn. All clothing must be family friendly.
• The track and weight room are not available during student events. 
• Stairs and hallways are not available for additional training.