Aquatics Policies

REC POOL RULES

• Swimming is allowed only when a lifeguard is present.
• The rules and requests made by lifesaving personnel must always be followed.
• Foul or abusive language will not be tolerated.
• No prolonged breath-holding or underwater swimming. Attempting to swim the length of the pool is not allowed.
• Backward jumps, flips, or twists from the side of the pool.
• No running, pushing, or shoving.
• No rough play, shoulder rides, or chicken fights.
• Floatation devices must be coast guard-approved
• Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
• No glass, food or drink in pool areas.
• Please do not hang on basketball hoops, volleyball nets, or lane lines.
• Swimmers must wear bathing suits, i.e. swim trunks, swimsuits, athletic apparel, jammers, swim shirts/rash guards. No cotton*, denim, or excessively baggy clothing.
• No PDA (public display of affection) that is inappropriate for a family environment.
• Diving in the lap pool is not permitted except during a coached practice.
• Guards have the authority to enforce all pool rules. Patrons who violate these rules may face ejection by a staff member.

*Absorbent materials such as cotton can break down in the water and clog pool filters. Lycra and nylon are the best non-absorbent materials for swimwear.

DIVING BOARD RULES

• Only one person on the diving board at a time.
• Do not jump until the diving area is completely clear.
• Face-forward jumps/flips only. No backward jumps, headstands, cartwheels or seat bounces.
• A running start is not allowed.
• One bounce only.
• No hanging on the diving board.
• Please do not swim beneath the diving board. Swim to the side wall.
• Swimmers under 18 years old must pass a deep-water swim test to swim in the dive well and use the diving board.
• No balls in the dive well.