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1. What is a workplace wellness program?

Workplace wellness is an organizational commitment to activities or programs that support healthy behavior in the workplace which in turn improve the health outcomes of employees.

Workplace wellness programs are as unique as the organization. Programs can consist of a variety of activities such as:

• Health fairs
• Health education
• Medical screenings
• Health coaching
• Weight management programs
• Wellness newsletters
• Subsidized memberships to fitness centers
• On-site fitness programs
• Tobacco cessation programs and other health education programs

Workplace wellness programs can also include organizational policies designed to facilitate employee health including allowing flex time for exercise, providing on-site kitchen and eating areas, offering healthy food options in vending machines, holding “walk and talk” meetings, and offering financial and other incentives for participation. Generally workplace wellness encompasses the overall creation of a “culture of health” within the work site.

2. Why is a workplace wellness program important?

Employee lifestyles count for the vast majority of health care clam costs. Studies have shown that 87.5% of health care claims costs are due to an individual’s lifestyle. Source: Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne (IPFW) Study, 2006.

Investing in workplace wellness programs reduces employer’s costs. A review of scores of published studies on work site wellness found that the Return on Investment is $3.48:1 due to reduced medical costs and $5.82:1 due to reduced absenteeism. Source: The Center for Work and Health, 2003.

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1. Can my child take group fitness classes with me?

All children must be 16 years or older to take group fitness classes.

2. How do I know if there is child care during my fitness class?

Kid's Club hours are as follows:

Monday - Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm

Monday - Thursday 4:00pm-8:00pm

Friday 4:00pm - 7:00pm

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1. What are the hours of the DRC?

The DRC is open the following hours:

Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday- Sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

2. What are the daily and membership fees?

Daily Fees

Guest & Day Passes
Youth (17 and under or still in high school)	$4
Adult (18 and older)	$6

Patrons must provide ID to verify age to use the Fitness Center.

Monthly and Yearly Fees

Package	One Month Pay As You Go	One Month Auto Pay	One Year
Family (Senior rate)	$48.00 ($43.20)	$44.00 ($39.60)	$509.00 ($458.10)
Adult Individual (Senior rate)	$35.00 ($31.50)	$30.00 ($27.00)	$278.00 ($250.20)
Youth	$12.00	$9.00	$75.00

3. Do I have to be a member to take a class?

No!  You do not have to be a member of the DRC to register for any of the classes.

4. Do I have to live in the USD 260 school district to be a member or take a class?

No.  Residency is not required to be a member of the DRC or register for any of our programs.

5. Do you offer a drop in rate for your classes?

All land and water fitness classes have a $5 drop in rate for participants.

6. What are the hours and fees of the Kid's Club?

The Kid's Club is open 

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-8:00PM

Saturday 8:00 AM-12:00 Noon

Sunday 12:00 Noon-5:00 PM

Fee Options

$15 - unlimited visits with auto pay monthly bank draft (one child)

$20 - unlimited visits with auto pay monthly bank draft (two or more children)

$3 - one time drop in 

7. What constitutes a family / who can be added to my membership?

Families are defined as an individual, their spouse, and their dependent children, age 23 and under.

8. Do you have rooms available to rent for private functions?

The DRC offers the indoor pool for use of private rentals after regular business hours.  Please click here for more information.

The DRC also offers Party Pacs for discounted group rates during business hours.  Please click here for more information.

The Oaklawn Activity Center has three different rooms available to reserve for private events. Please click here for more information.

High Park has several different shelters available for rent.  Please click here for more information.

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1. How do I hire a personal trainer?

To schedule with a personal trainer there are just a few steps towards your first appointment.

• All paperwork must be filled out and turned in at the control desk at either DRC or OAC.
• You can either print the forms from the personal training page or get the forms from the control desk at either DRC or OAC.
• Fill out all the forms and return with payment to either location.
• If you know which personal trainer you want, you will need to write that on the top form. If you don’t know which trainer to choose, the fitness coordinator will review your health questionnaire and availability and choose the trainer that will work best for you.
• After reviewing your information, the personal trainer will contact you and schedule your appointment.

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1. Do you offer transportation to Wichita Riding Academy for horseback riding lessons?

No, due to it's close proximity. Your child has to have transportation to and from the Wichita Riding Academy.

2. I have a teen that needs volunteer hours for school or a group. Can they volunteer for your commission or any of your programs?

Yes, come into the Derby Recreation Commission during open hours and fill out a volunteer application. Someone will contact you about programs that have volunteer opportunities at that time.

3. I would like to drive my child to Wichita Riding Academy for horseback riding, is that ok?

Yes, please let the front desk know if you will be meeting us there or you will be providing transportation for your child.

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1. Do you offer transportation to Wichita Riding Academy for horseback riding lessons?

No, due to it close proximity. Your child has to have transportation to and from Wichita Riding Academy.

2. I would like to drive my child to Wichita Riding Academy for horseback riding, is that ok?

Yes, please let the front desk know if you will be meeting us there or you will be providing transportation for your child.

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1. Why is the DRC changing its system?

The DRC has received input from customers that they would like a site that is easier to navigate and to register for programs. The DRC is retiring registration software it has used for over ten years for a more modern package. The new software is much easier for the user to locate and register for programs and memberships.

2. I am already a member. Why do I have to update my account?

The DRC has elected to update each account individually because this is the most secure method to transmit your personal and financial data into the new system. Additionally, many of our customers have been with us for years and their account information like pictures and addresses are outdated.  With our new software, we have added more options for payment with auto bank draft in addition to credit and debit cards.  

3. How do I get started if I am a current DRC member?

If you and/or your family are current DRC members an account has been created for you in the new software package, you will receive an email from the DRC with a user ID and password. Please click on the link provided in that email to update your account information.  If you have missed that email for any reason please contact Guest Services for assistance.  

4. How do I get started if I am not a current DRC member?

If you are a current or past class/program participant and are not a current DRC member click HERE to set up your account.

5. Do I have to update my photo?

Yes we would like to update your photo on your next visit after updating/creating your account.

6. Will my code at the front registration desk be the same?

Yes if you have been using your seven digit phone number. If not please stop at Guest Services and our staff will be happy to let you know what your code is.

7. Can I register online for any program the DRC offers?

Yes. Prior to this change, customers had to register in person for programs that required proof of age like swimming lessons and sports leagues. Customers requesting scholarships still need to do that in person at our Guest Services desk.

8. Can I still do monthly auto pay?

Yes. Your auto pay membership will still continue, but set up in the new software is required. Go online to update your financial information or stop by Guest Services and they will be glad to update it for you.  

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1. Do you need volunteers?

Yes. Unsinkables students require supervision in the locker rooms to get changed and out to the pool area. Most teachers are female so the program particularly needs male parents/guardians to assist in supervising program particpants in the locker room area. Please contact Aquatics staff at 788-3781 or your child's teacher if you are able to assist.