Wristband Policy and Pool Admission Standards Our facility uses wristbands to identify young and at-risk swimmers in the pool.
- Given to children 5 years old and under - Given to children 6-9 years who don’t pass the swim test - Given to children ages 6-9 years who want to attempt the swim test
- Given to children ages 6-9 years who have passed the swim test
Age 5 and Under
• Children must be within arm’s reach of a guardian (12 years+) at all times, regardless of swimming ability. • Children under the age of 5 may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian (12 years+) • One guardian will be required for every two children (1:2)
Age 6-9 years
Facility Swim Test To pass the facility swim test, a child must be able to swim two widths of the pool with his or her face in the water. Swimmers must maintain a regular, comfortable breath- ing pattern and must not stop during the entire distance.
• Children must successfully complete the facility swim test in order to swim independently of their guardian (12 years+). If they do not pass, they must stay within arm’s reach of the guardian. • One guardian will be required for every four children (1:4) • One guardian may supervise up to eight children (1:8) wearing lifejackets
Individuals with Serious Medical Conditions Individuals with serious medical conditions should be
accompanied by an individual 12 years of age or older who is knowledge- able of the condition and can assume responsibility for direct supervision.
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