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Pool Rules
General Pool Rules


  • Coast Guard approved lifejackets are the only outside flotation permitted in the Community pool.
  • Children wearing flotation (or children that can't swim) must have an adult in the water within arms reach at all times.
  • Please shower before entering the pool.
  • Appropriate swimwear must be worn in the pool.
  • Persons with open wounds or rashes are not allowed in the pool.
  • Follow all staff member's instructions.
  • Running and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Throwing items, balls or toys in the pool is not permitted.
  • Animals are not allowed.
  • Food and drink must be consumed in designated areas.
  • No alcoholic beverages or glass containers allowed on grounds.
  • Not responsible for lost or stolen items.

    *Please do not bring toys, water guns or sports balls to the aquatic center. These types of items are not permitted to be used in the pool.


General Facility Rules


  • Check in at the office upon arrival at the aquatic center, even if entry was paid in advance.
  • Items may only be left in lockers over night with a locker rental membership.
  • You are welcome to use your own lock for day use of lockers.
  • Lost and Found items are only kept for 30 days. Socks, undergarments and toiletries are not kept and are disposed of when found.


Community Pool Rules


  • No diving allowed in the Community Pool.
  • During Open Swims, water walking or water fitness is permitted, but there is no reserved space during these events. There is no reserved warm water lap swim during Open Swims
  • Swimmers may be asked to complete a swim test to be without an adult in the water.
  • Children must also be supervised in the Splash Pool, at least sitting on the side of the pool.


Competition Pool Rules


  • Flotation devices are not allowed in the Competition Pool.
  • During Open Swims swimmers may be asked to complete a swim test to swim in the Competition Pool.
  • During Open Swims diving board use is limited to a single 1m board. Swimmers must wait until the person ahead of them reaches the wall prior to diving. 3m diving board use is not permitted.


Weather Policy



lightning

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING - patrons will be encouraged to shelter in place for the duration of the warning.

tornado

TORNADO WATCH - Pool will be closed for the duration of the watch.

TORNADO WARNING - Patrons will be encouraged to shelter in place.

snowing

SCHOOL CLOSURES due to winter weather, etc. - if either the district website or the WOOD TV 8 scroll shows that Kentwood Public Schools are closed, the pool is also Closed.



Phone  Check Wood TV for Closings