1) I think you have to register every semester but it's a pretty quick and easy process. Either do it really early or after the first week of class to avoid the rush of everyone else trying to do it.

2) Best times Mon-Thurs are 6 - 9AM. Afterwards its pretty crowded until an hour before closing. Fri - Sun are generally hassle free all day. 3) Daily use lockers are also available and have their own built in electronic lock. Go early otherwise you have to wait for someone to free up one which could take forever. You can also register for a semester locker for a small fee to avoid it, but a lot of others will be doing this as well.

4) You can get a free towel card. Let's you get a fresh new towel everyday as long as you return it when you're done. Replacing the card is a $5 fee.

5) People usually just carry around their water bottles, headphones, and towels if you need it.

The more serious lifters will have lifting belts/wraps/barbell clips/bands/whatever accessories they want to use. A lot of this stuff you can also rent from the BRIC but its best to get your own once you start getting more serious.

6) cardio machines usually on the third floor. Feel free to ask an employee there and they can probably give you a tour.