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

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

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

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

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.

  Check Wood TV for Closings