Rules of the Pool

Rules of the Pool

1. Swim cap and swimming suits required. We recommend using goggles.
2. A rashguard is recommended for students who may be sensitive to water temperatures.
3. Shoes may not be worn on the pool deck. Sandals, flip flops, Crocs etc. are acceptable to wear on pool deck.
4. Personal belongings are not allowed on the deck.
5. Please bring a lock if using the lockers.
6. Enter through the changing rooms in swim attire.
7. Please bring your own towel.
8. No eating nor drinking is allowed on the pool deck or in the changing rooms/restrooms.
9. Children over six years old are never allowed in the opposite sex locker room unless Penguin City Swim is the only user of the facility on that day and approved by the lifeguard or deck manager on duty. This is a rule set by the facility and there are no other exceptions. Students may use a changing tent if made available.
10. Strollers may not be brought on the pool deck. They may be kept in the waiting area outside the pool.
11. Everyone must change in the locker room .
12. Never change on the pool deck.
13. No running on the pool deck - ever!
14. Do not eat or drink in the facilities - Water bottles are okay.
15. Do not leave your child unattended if he or she is under the age of five.
16. We suggest arriving ten minutes prior to the start of your lesson. Please note that lessons cannot run later than the allotted time.
17. All swimmers are required to take a shower before entering the pool.
18. All parents and guardians are urged to not feed children at least 1–2 hours before swim lessons (especially chocolate).
19. All children who are not potty trained, or are in the process of being trained, are required to wear Happy Nappy Swim Diapers during class. This is important so that all the other guests of our program are able to enjoy their lessons on that day. A $250 clean up fee will be assessed for any incidents where the pool needs to be closed.

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*Please remember, we are guests at John Jay, and not members. With the exception of those attending John Jay as a student or are affiliated with the school in any way, no one may enter the building without being scheduled for a lesson. Penguin City Swim clients are not permitted on any other floors above the lobby and may not use any of the equipment in the gym or sit in the lobby. Clients of Penguin City Swim may arrive 15 minutes prior to a lesson and must leave no later than 15-20 minutes after the lesson. Any other appointments unrelated to a class must be arranged in advance with management or office team so that a visitor's name can be registered with the security desk.

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