Pool Rules

USE OF SWIMMING POOL & POOL AREA

1. All members must sign in when entering the pool area. Members must also sign in their guests.
2. In general, no one under 18 is permitted in the water unless a lifeguard is on duty or a parent or guardian accompanies them. During "All Swim" lifeguards are responsible for all activities in and around the pool enclosure. During "Adult Swim", only adults 18 and over are permitted in the pool. Children between the ages of 5 and 18 who have passed the SWIM TEST may swim when no lifeguard is on duty, only if supervised by a parent/guardian 18 or over. Children who have not passed the swim test or are under 5 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is completely in the water.
3. Use of the Swimming Pool by CHILDREN:
   a. Children 5 years and older may use the swimming pool unaccompanied by a swimming parent if a lifeguard is present and if they have passed the SWIM TEST given by an authorized member of the pool staff.
   b. Children unable to pass the SWIM TEST may use the shallow end of the pool only if a swimming parent or caregiver 14 years or older is completely in the water with them. Each adult may be responsible for a maximum of two children.
4. Diving where the water is less than five feet deep and running dives are not permitted. No diving or jumping is permitted off the side of the diving board. Only one bounce per dive is allowed. Only one person at a time may use the diving board. No diving or jumping off the starting blocks is permitted except under direct supervision of the Swim Team Coaches.
5. No running is permitted within the fenced area of the pool. Conduct of a disorderly nature or that which will restrict the enjoyment of others will not be permitted.
6. A fifteen-minute, on the hour, “Adult Swim” may be called at the discretion of the lifeguard. Children under 18 must vacate the pool.
7. No scuba diving equipment may be brought to the pool.
8. No water polo balls may be used in the pool other than during water polo practice unless approved by the lifeguard on duty.
9. NO glass is permitted in the pool enclosure or picnic area. Food consumption shall be confined to designated eating areas (picnic area, tables & benches).
10. Proper bathing attire must be worn in both pools.
11. Persons with open sores or skin infections shall not be permitted in either pool.
12. Adults have priority for use of the pool furniture.