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Best Western Supply Guide for Public Areas – FITNESS ROOM Existing Members
BEST WESTERN® Properties Fitness Room not required, however if present in the hotel should meet Member Guidelines. SIZE Properties with 1 – 50 guest rooms, a minimum of 200 sq ft is required. Properties with 51 – 200 guest rooms, a minimum of 275 sq ft. is required Properties with 201+ guest rooms, a minimum of 350 sq ft. is required. A minimum of three (3) pieces of exercise equipment for properties with 1-50 guest rooms. Three (3) required pieces must include the following: One (1) treadmill, one (1) upright or recumbent cycle, and one (1) additional piece. A minimum of four (4) pieces of equipment for properties with 51-200 guest rooms. Four (4) required pieces must include the following: One (1) treadmill, one (1) upright or recumbent cycle, one (1) elliptical cross trainer or stair climber and a two (2) strength station gym or two (2) independent strength pieces. REVISED CALL 4/30/13: # of required strength pieces for Best Western 51-200 rooms went from 3 to 2
A minimum of six pieces of equipment for properties with 201+ guest rooms. Six (6) required pieces must include the following: Two (2) treadmills, two (2) upright or recumbent cycles, one (1) elliptical cross trainer or stair climber and a 2 (two) station gym or two (2) independent strength pieces. REVISED CALL 4/30/13: # of required strength pieces for Best Western 201+ rooms went from 3 to 2
Criteria Minimum Light Commercial Grade Commercial/Light Commercial strength for 50 rooms and under: If strength station is opted for over a third piece of cardio then the Single Stack gym must be capable of performing the following exercises: Lat / Triceps Pulldown, Low Row / Arm Curl, . ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Commercial/Light Commercial strength for 51 rooms and above: If a multi-gym is selected it must meet the following criteria: 2- 210 lb. solid steel weight stacks ▪ 2 stations ▪ 12 gauge steel tubing
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▪ 2000 lb. galvanized aircraft cable ▪ Instructional placard must be provided ▪ accommodating 2 users simultaneously and performing the following exercises: Lat / Triceps Pulldown, Arm Curl, Bench Press, Incline Press, Shoulder Press, Seated Row, Abdominal Crunch, Leg Extension / Curl ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. If 2 separate strength pieces are selected they must include a Dumbbell Rack 5-50 Rubber Dumbbells with a Utility Bench and a Multi-Functional Trainer or 2 of the following: Abdominal Bench or Abdominal Machine Leg Extension Leg Curl Leg Press Hi / Low Pulley Machine Chest Press or Pec Fly Seated Row Your fitness room must meet all of the following specifications and requirements. Submit finish selections and specifications to the Best Western Design Department for approval prior to purchase and installation. Sufficient space must be provided for all equipment and amenities. Best Western recommends verifying with equipment manufacturer or requesting a floor plan to ensure that all equipment will fit properly. ENCLOSURE New Construction: A minimum of 50 STC, if the room is adjacent to a guest room(s) or areas adjoining guest room(s) If fitness room is located adjacent to the pool area, ensure that property ventilation and dehumidification exists to avoid deterioration of equipment from moisture. DESIGN GUIDELINES: Ceiling Height •New construction: A minimum of 9’-0”. Ceiling
•Painted drywall with textured or smooth finish Or • 2’x2’ acoustical tile with matching grid Or • Open ceiling with exposed mechanical systems if part of a design style/theme.
Walls
• Mirror on one wall, floor to ceiling. •Vinyl wall covering, Type II, Class “A” applied with an adhesive with mildew inhibitors Or 2|Page
•Painted drywall with a textured or smooth finish. Floor
•New or replacement carpet: minimum 32-oz. tight level loop nylon with a multicolored pattern. Other construction methods/ounce weights may be acceptable with prior approval • Direct glue installation. Commercial rubber tiles, rolled rubber, carpet tiles or wood.
Trim
4” carpet base in a coordinating or matching color Or 4” wood base Or 4” vinyl base 4” rubber base.
Doors
•All exterior doors exposed to weather shall be metal. • All doors shall conform to prevailing code and law. • Interior doors may be solid wood paneled, solid core flush panel or metal. • The main entry door to have a minimum of half glass or view window
Temperature
The room must have a separate thermostat located in the room. The recommended temperature in the room is between 68 – 72 degrees Fahrenheit
Mirror
One full wall, floor to ceiling.
Accessories
A wall mounted clock.
Telephone
One house phone must be provided in the fitness room that rings directly to the hotel operator.
Signage
•A professionally produced sign indicating the hours of operation posted outside of the room. • The sign must be consistent with other signs throughout the property and with interior finishes. • All interior signs that display the Best Western name, logo, trademark, slogan, etc., must be reviewed and approved by Best Western Brand Identity Administration or purchased from an endorsed supplier prior to installation. 3|Page
• Hand lettered, pinned up or taped notices are not acceptable. Towel
•Towel/robe hooks on the wall, at a height of 6’. • Provide 5 towels per every 50 rooms. The towels must be available either in the facility or at the front desk. • Provide a towel hamper of high quality material for dirty towels in fitness area. The hamper should either have lid or be placed inside a cabinet located in fitness area.
Water
Provide a drinking fountain, water cooler, or free bottled water within the facility.
Lighting
A minimum of 30 foot-candles or local or state code Recessed fluorescent fixtures with white acrylic diffusers – only 2’ x 2’ fixtures or recess incandescent fixtures OR Surface mount fixtures with a decorative housing
BEST WESTERN PLUS® Properties SIZE Properties with 1 – 50 guest rooms, a minimum of 200 sq ft is required. Properties with 51 – 200 guest rooms, a minimum of 275 sq ft. is required Properties with 201+ guest rooms, a minimum of 350 sq ft. is required. Equipment - A minimum of four (4) pieces of equipment is required, and must include cardio and strength training equipment. Add one (1) piece of equipment for each additional 50 rooms over 100. Commercial Quality equipment is required. Equipment to include: one (1) bike; one (1) treadmill; one (1) elliptical; and a minimum two-station gym.
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DESCRIPTOR PROGRAM FOR BEST WESTERN PLUS® HOTELS
CRITERIA IF PRODUCT NOT SPECIFIED ON SUPPLY GUIDE LINES Treadmill: Commercial grade, motorized treadmill with the following requirements: • Minimum 3 HP Continuous Duty commercial motor •Treadmill must automatically reset speed to maximum 0.5 mph when restarting • Emergency Stop button or tethered safety key • Speed range of 0.5 to 12 mph • Incline range of 0-12% • Commercial running deck Deck • Self-aligning belt guide system • Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Running surface minimum width 20” • LED or LCD display readout ▪ One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use ▪ Program options ▪ 350 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater ▪ Commercial warranty ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Stationary Cycles: Commercial grade stationary Upright Cycle or Recumbent Cycle with the following requirements: • Cordless, self powered generator •Poly V drive belt • Adjustable seat •Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Program options ▪ One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use • Minimum 15 resistance levels ▪ Magnetic Resistance System ▪ 350 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater • LED or LCD display readout ▪ Commercial warranty ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Elliptical Cross Trainer: Commercial grade Elliptical Cross Trainer with the following requirements: • 110 volt or cordless self powered generator• Program options ▪ One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use • Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Minimum 15 resistance levels ▪ 350 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater • Magnetic resistance system • LED or LCD display readout ▪ Commercial warranty ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. 5|Page
Strength Stations: 2 station multi-gym; must be able to accommodate 2 people simultaneously. Full commercial unlimited use May substitute 2-station multi-gym with multi-functional trainer and 1 additional piece: Dumbbell Rack 5-50 Rubber Dumbbells with a Utility Bench Abdominal Bench or Abdominal Machine Leg Extension Leg Curl Leg Press Hi / Low Pulley Machine Chest Press or Pec Fly Seated Row Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Example of a suitable Strength Station:
Artwork - High quality professionally framed artwork and /or fitness instructions. Television - Provide a minimum of one (1) 37” or larger (diagonal measure) flat panel LCD or plasma television. BEST WESTERN PREMIER® Properties Provide a compliant Fitness Center SIZE 450 sq. ft. minimum for up to 150 rooms; 80 sq. ft. minimum for each piece of equipment. Add 80 sq.ft. of floor space for each additional 50 rooms. Add one (1) piece of equipment for each additional 50 rooms.
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Equipment - A minimum of five (5) pieces of equipment is required, and must include cardio and strength training equipment. Health club quality equipment is required. Equipment variety to include: one (1) bike; one (1) treadmill; one (1) elliptical; and a minimum twostation gym. DESCRIPTOR PROGRAM FOR BEST WESTERN PREMIER® HOTELS
CRITERIA IF PRODUCT NOT SPECIFIED ON SUPPLY GUIDE LINES Treadmill: Commercial grade, motorized treadmill with the following requirements: • Minimum 4 HP Continuous Duty commercial motor •Treadmill must automatically reset speed to maximum 0.5 mph when restarting • Emergency Stop button or tethered safety key • Speed range of 0.5 to 12 mph in • Incline range of 0-15% • Commercial running Deck • Self-aligning belt guide system • Wireless or Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Running surface minimum width 20” • LED or LCD display readout ▪ One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use ▪ Program options ▪ 400 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater ▪ FULL Commercial warranty ▪ operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Stationary Cycles: Commercial grade stationary Upright Cycle or Recumbent Cycle with the following requirements: • Cordless, self powered generator •Poly V drive belt • Adjustable seat •Wireless or Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Program options ▪ One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use • Minimum 20 resistance levels ▪ Magnetic Resistance System ▪ 400 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater • LED or LCD display readout ▪ FULL Commercial warranty ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. 7|Page
Elliptical Cross Trainer: Commercial grade Elliptical Cross Trainer with the following requirements: • cordless self powered generator • Program options One-Touch Quick Start Button for Manual Use • Wireless or Hand grip heart rate monitoring • Minimum 20 resistance levels ▪ 400 lb. Maximum User Capacity Rating or greater • Magnetic resistance system • LED or LCD display readout ▪ FULL Commercial warranty ▪ Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room.
Strength Stations: 2 station multi-gym; must be able to accommodate 2 people simultaneously. Full commercial unlimited use May substitute 2-station multi-gym with multi-functional trainer and 1 additional piece: Dumbbell Rack 5-50 Rubber Dumbbells with a Utility Bench Abdominal Bench or Abdominal Machine Leg Extension Leg Curl Leg Press Hi / Low Pulley Machine Chest Press or Pec Fly Seated Row Operating instructions per manufacturer must be available in a convenient location in plain view in the exercise room. Example of a suitable Strength station:
ArtworkHigh quality professionally framed artwork and /or fitness instructions. Accessories - Towels must be available on a high quality towel rack. 8|Page
Floor - Commercial rubber tile or rubber sheet flooring. Base - 4” rubber base to match rubber floor. Television - Provide a minimum of two (2) 42” or larger (diagonal measure) flat panel LCD or plasma televisions. Televisions to be mounted high on wall or from ceiling with commercial quality television bracket unless personal viewing screens are provided on each piece of cardio equipment.
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