aquatic policy & rules

LIFEGUARDS HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO JUDGE & DISCIPLINE ANY UNSAFE ACTIONS

• Do not enter pool without lifeguard on deck
• Please rinse off before entering pool
• Wet swimmers exit through locker rooms
• Swimmers age 12 and under MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
• Swimmers 13 and younger are NOT PERMITTED in Spa
• Swimmers must be in appropriate swim attire. No cotton clothing allowed in pool.
• Warm Water Pool is CLOSED to members during Swimming Lessons
• Children under the age of 13 MUST complete the YMCA Swim Skills Test prior to entering pool. You can view our swim test policy here​

• Mermaid Tails/Fins are not permitted for use in pool area
  
• No Horseplay (Running, Dunking, Shoving)
• Food and Drink is NOT permitted in pool area
• No Flips, Backwards Jumps, or Falls allowed at any point
• No Foul Language
• No Diving
• Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices are permitted for use (Puddle Jumpers & Life Jackets)
• No Glass Items Allowed in Pool Area
• Please Do Not Distract Lifeguard 
  

If you have any further questions or concerns please contact
our Associate Executive Director, Ashley Ellis at 859-623-9356
or by email at ashley.ellis@ymcatelford.org