Pool Information

Admittance Policy and Pool Information

Admittance Policy

The Admittance Policy is designed for the safety of your children. Please adhere to it at all times during Recreational Swim, Family Swim and Rentals.

Children 6 and under

Must be accompanied in the water, within arms reach of a person 16 years or older (maximum 2 children for every adult). Does not matter whether or not they can pass the Deep End Test*.

Children 7-9 who are unable to pass the Deep End Test*

Must be accompanied in the water, within arms reach of a person 16 years or older (maximum 2 children for every adult).

Children 7-9 who can pass the Deep End Test*

May enter the pool unaccompanied (except during family swims).

Children 10 and up

May enter the pool unaccompanied (except during family swims).

*Deep End Test

A lifeguard on duty will administer the test. It consists of 2 widths of front crawl and 2 widths of back crawl, followed by 1 minute of treading water. The lifeguard’s decision as to whether the test is completed successfully or not must be respected. Your child’s safety is our number one priority.

POOL INFORMATION

Rules

  • The Admittance Policy must be adhered to at all times during Family Swims, Recreational Swims and Rentals.
  • The pool is kept at approximately 84-86◦F to suit all aquatic programs that we provide.
  • To prevent contamination and pool closures, do not use the pool if you or your child has had diarrhea in the previous 2 weeks.
  • To use our facility, you must adhere to all rules and regulations as posted in the pool area.
  • Hair must be thoroughly washed before entering the pool area. The use of a bathing cap is strongly recommended and can be purchased at St. Alban’s or Winona locations
  • No food, beverages, glass containers or strollers are permitted in the pool area.
  • Shoes and street clothes are permitted in bleacher area ONLY, not on the pool deck.
  • Running, rough play and profane language are prohibited.
  • The maximum number of bathers permitted on deck and in the bleacher area is 40.
  • All bathers must take a shower using soap and warm water before entering or re-entering the pool.
  • Requests from the Aquatic Staff must be adhered to and respected at all times.
  • In order to participate in our open swims you must have a valid membership.

Closures and Diaper policy

  • Many of our pool closures in the past have been due to children throwing up or defecating in our pool. Please abide by the following policies to keep our pool water safe and to keep the pool open for use.
  • It is mandatory that all children in diapers, or not fully potty trained, wear swim diapers while in the pool, such as Gabby Swim Diapers or L’il Swimmers.
  • Disposable diapers, plastic diapers, regular diapers, and swimsuits with built-in diapers are not acceptable.
  • Do not change your child’s diaper on the pool deck or in the bleachers. Change areas are provided in the change rooms.
  • Do not rinse diaper-aged children in the pool before, during, or after diaper changes.
  • Assist young children in making frequent visits to the bathroom to minimize accidents.
  • Do not rinse hands in the pool following a trip to the bathroom or changing a child’s diaper. Wash hands correctly by using soap and warm water and thoroughly cleaning all hand surfaces.


COVID-19 prevention protocols in the aquatic department

  • Staff trained on COVID-19 prevention and our Club’s health and safety protocols
  • Private Lessons only for Level 3 and up
  • Semi private – for family/siblings only (same household/bubble)
  • 4 individual semi private classes at one time
  • Classes will only be 30 minutes in length, and there will be fewer hours of service – allowing for more time for cleaning
  • Every person (child and parent) must complete a wellness check before swimmers enter the building. Masks are mandatory during wellness checks for parents and children.
  • Children will enter and exit through the pool deck doors –at the side of the building
  • Please inform us if your swimmer is allowed to leave on their own
  • Parents of children who need help changing may use the changeroom with their child.  Proof of full vaccination is required and masks are mandatory.
  • Extra cleaning practices have been implemented – pool deck, bleachers and shower areas
  • Children are asked to wear a mask until they enter the water and place it back on when exiting the water
  • Goggles are mandatory – St. Alban’s is not allowed to lend out goggles at this time.
  • Instructors will wear personal protective equipment
  • Change rooms access will be limited– (other than washroom access and quick showers and changing after class)
  • Instructors will clean and sanitize in between classes
  • Instructors will practice physical distancing as much as possible, especially when completing demonstrations or instructions
  • Equipment will be assigned to one child and will be cleaned and disinfected between users
  • Access to soap and water or hand sanitizer for participants and staff at all times
  • Removal of any unnecessary equipment that may elevate the risk of transmission- from the pool deck/bleachers
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