Policies

Activity Pool Policies

  • State health law requires a shower before entering.
  • No running on the pool deck.
  • No diving.
  • Youth under 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • No rough play in the pool.
  • Appropriate swim attire is required at all times.
  • Consult the lifeguard for further assistance.

Whirlpool Policies    

  • State health law requires a shower before entering.
  • Children under 5 are not permitted. Children ages 6 to 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Reading materials are not permitted in the pool area.
  • Do not enter the pool if you have wounds, bandages or an infectious disease.
  • Do not use body oils, lotions, salts or other substances prior to entering the whirlpool.
  • Persons with high blood pressure and/or heart conditions should consult a physician before use.
  • Limit time in Whirlpool to 10 minutes.
  • Consult the lifeguard for further assistance.

Lap Pool Policies

  • Communicate with the other swimmers in your lane to avoid collisions and injuries.
  • Lanes are divided into Fast, Medium and Slow speeds. Please swim in the lane most appropriate to your speed. Swimmers may be asked by a Lifeguard to change lanes during higher usage times.
  • Two people sharing a lane may split the lane, each swimmer staying on one side of the center line.
  • When a third person enters a lane, it is the responsibility of the swimmer entering the pool to get the other two swimmers’ attention to circle swim.
  • Swimmers can share a lane by circle swimming with swimmers staying to the right and swimming in a counter clockwise circular pattern.
  • The maximum lap swimmers allowed per lane is 5 except during a scheduled coached workout.
  • If a swimmer is following closely behind you, stop at the wall and let them pass. If a swimmer is unaware that you are trying to pass, tap them gently on the foot and pass when you reach the wall.
  • Participants must be able to swim a full length to use lanes designated for lap swim. Please stop only at lane ends.
  • Some lanes may be closed for programs. Please see the schedule for details.