POOL RULES AND POLICIES Update February 2023 and In effect 2024
Stoneridge/Sedgefield Swim & Racquet Club, Inc.
POOL RULES AND POLICIES
Stoneridge/Sedgefield Swim & Racquet Club, Inc.
Rules and Policies
The following policies and rules have been established for the benefit and protection of all members and guests of the Stoneridge/Sedgefield Swim & Racquet Club (SSSRC). These rules and policies have been approved by the SSSRC board of directors, Feb 2023.
I. Swimming Pool Rules
1. Swimming is permitted only when a lifeguard is on duty. Adult lap swimmers, age 18 and over, wishing to lap swim during unguarded hours, must contact the club manager and comply with rules and policies related to unguarded lap swimming.
2. Lifeguards’ instructions must be obeyed at all times. The lifeguards have the discretion to prohibit any actions or behaviors that they deem to be unsafe.
3. All members and their guests must sign in each time they visit the pool.
4. Running, pushing, wrestling, fighting, general horseplay, unsafe or unruly behavior are not allowed either in the pool or on the deck. Abusive and inappropriate language is not acceptable.
5. Swimmers must wear appropriate swim attire: Infants/toddlers/children who are not toilet trained are required to wear swim diapers and rubber/plastic pants. Disposable diapers or cloth diapers are not permitted in the pool; Appropriate swim shoes may be worn in the water.
6. Inflatable devices for infants and toddlers are permitted with parental/guardian supervision.
7. No mermaid tails are allowed in the pool.
8. No masks or goggles are permitted while using the diving board.
9. Approved floats and balls are allowed at the discretion of the lifeguard. They may not be allowed if the pool is crowded.
10. No inflatable or floating devices are allowed in the deep end of the pool.
11. No standing on or throwing kick boards.
12. No chewing gum while in the pool or on the deck.
13. No food in or near the pool.
14. No water guns or water spraying devices
15. No hanging, tugging or sitting on lane ropes.
16. Diving Board Rules
Diving boards may be used only with Lifeguard present; no use of the diving boards with only attendant present.
· Only one person on a board at a time;
· Diving board must not be used if anyone is swimming in the diving well; parents may not catch or assist swimmers learning to use the board.
· No hanging from the edge of the board;
· No more than one bounce on the board is allowed before entering the water;
· Jump or dive straight off the board, not toward the side of the pool;
· No swimming in the diving area when the board(s) are in use;
· No masks, fins or flotation devices may be used when diving;
· Members or guests using the diving board must be able to swim to the ladder unassisted.
No diving off side of poole in less than five feet of water
17. Radios/stereos are permitted only when used with headphones.
18. No glass containers are allowed on the pool deck or upper terrace.
19. No animals, with the exception of service animals are permitted in the pool area.
20. No skateboard or bike riding allowed on pool decks or in clubhouse.
II. Swimming Pool Policies
1. SSSRC facilities are open to members in good standing and their guests.
2. Children under the age of ten and any person unable to look out for themselves must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible caregiver (16 years of age or older). A lifeguard may challenge the qualifications of the responsible person if actions warrant.
3. Children age five and under must be accompanied in the water by an a caretakers 16 years or older while in the pool.
4. Children of age 10-12 must pass a swimming test administered by the pool manager or a lifeguard before being permitted to come to the club and swim independently.
· The test must be taken each year unless waived by the club manager.
· A parent or guardian must be present during the swim test and must provide written permission for the child to come to the club and swim independently.
· The swimming test will consist of
o Swimming the length of the pool
o Treading water for two minutes
o Back float for two minutes
o Demonstration of self confidence in the water
o Demonstrate knowledge of pool and diving board rules
5. A ten-minute adult swim will be called at the end of each hour, except at 10 minutes before closing. The following rules apply:
· Only persons 18 years and older are permitted in the pool during adult swim
· All children must have all body parts out of the water
· Parents/guardians may accompany children one year of age or younger in the pool during adult swim. Direct hands-on supervision is required.
6. The pool deck telephone is for emergency use only.
7. Only authorized personnel are permitted in the guardhouse, pump room, and on the lifeguard stands.
8. Members or guests suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed in the pool and may be asked to leave the facility.
9. The SSSRC is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. A lost and found shelf is located on the pool deck upon entrance by the hooks.
10. Management will make every attempt to keep the pool open during posted hours of operation. However, conditions may arise which require the closure of the pool. The pool deck will be cleared and the facility may be closed under the following conditions:
· Cool or cold temperatures; cool, rainy weather
· At the first sound of thunder the pool will be cleared of swimmers for thirty (30) minutes. At the first sight of lightning, the pool and pool deck will be cleared of all patrons for thirty (30) minutes. The pool and pool deck will reopen when thirty minutes have passed without any sighting of lightning or sound of thunder. In the absence of thunder or lightning, the pool may also be cleared if rainfall becomes so intense that the bottom of the pool is not visible, with the pool reopening after the intense rain subsides and the bottom of the pool becomes visible.
· Any other conditions that may endanger pool users or staff.
11. Members are responsible for any bathroom accidents which they, their guest or their child cause in the pool. Use of adult swim time for “potty breaks” and changing of swim diapers and plastic pants is encouraged. Health department codes require that the pool must be closed for 24 hours after fecal contamination is discovered. A $250 “clean-up” fee will be charged to the offending member.
12. The SSSRC is a non-smoking facility which includes all vaporizing technologies.
III. Guest Policies
1. Members may bring non-members as guests to the pool under the following conditions:
· Non-member guests must sign in and register at the pool sign in area. A guest fee of $5 per guest will be charged to the member’s account.
· An adult member ( 18 years and older) must be at the club with their non-member guests at all times.
· Members are responsible for their non-member guests’ behavior and any damages caused by the guest(s).
· No more than five non-member guests may come to the pool with a member at one time; a group of six or more is considered a party and rental fees and conditions apply.
2. Babysitters or caregivers (16 years and older) are not charged a guest fee, but must be accompanying a member family or children.
IV. Enforcement of Rules and Policies
1. Lifeguards and management will enforce the rules of the SSSRC. All members and guests are required to abide by club rules and obey instructions of the staff members.
2. Non-compliance with rules may result in suspension of pool privileges. Lifeguards and the club manager have the authority to suspend pool privileges for the remainder of the day, or longer as the infraction may warrant. Unless the offense requires immediate action, three warnings will be issued for rule infractions prior to any suspension of privileges. Any suspension of privileges and repeated violations will be reported to the SSSRC board of directors. Subsequent action may be taken by the SSSRC board of directors and may include revoking an individual’s pool privilege for the remainder of the pool season. Eviction or suspension of pool privileges for non-compliance with rules by a member or their guest shall not entitle the member to a refund of any membership fees.
3. Policy complaints should be brought to the attention of of the Club Manager or the SSSRC board of directors.
Your checking the “agree” box to the rules and policies is taken as assurance that you, your family members and any guests you bring, agree to all the above.