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Pool Policies

Indoor Pool Policies

  • Please shower before entering the pool.
  • Please use appropriate swim attire when using the pools. No cut-offs will be allowed and clothes that have been used to workout in will not be allowed in the pools.
  • There is no diving in any of the pools unless under the direct supervision of a certified swim lesson instructor or swim team coach. All other entries must be made feet first and facing the pool. Diving off the bulkhead is NOT allowed expect during supervised activities.
  • No spitting or spouting of water.
  • Flotation devices are not allowed unless they are certified by the US Coast Guard. Parents must be within an arm´s reach of their child when they are using a floatation device.
  • Swim diapers are required for children not completely toilet trained. Bathing suits must be worn over a swim diaper.
  • Instructions by the lifeguards must be obeyed at all times. 
  • Starting blocks are for use during organized activities ONLY.
  • Kickboards, pull buoys; aerobic equipment, etc. may only be used for structured activities or lap swimming.
  • Swimming and playing under the bulkhead is NOT permitted UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.
  • Running, horseplay, dunking or any other unsafe behavior is NOT permitted.
  • Water pistols, boats and other toys are NOT permitted in the pool. Only soft toys are allowed in  pools.
  • Throwing balls or other objects in the pool is not permitted.
  • During summer months a safety break will occur the last 10 minutes of every hour. Children under the age of 16 will be asked to rest for 10 minutes.
  • ACAC is a family oriented facility; therefore we have zero tolerance for improper behavior, profanity, intoxication.
  • Smoking is not permitted on the ACAC property.

Lap Lane Policies

  • Please share a lane during busy times. Two or more swimmers can share a lane by circle swimming or side by side swimming.
  • Adults 16 and older have priority to lap lanes.
  • Lap lanes can be used for aqua walking, aqua jogging, and lap swimming.
  • If sharing lane please communicate with swimmer before entering the lane.
  • Lap swimmers can share a lane with a swim instructor during a lesson.
  • Parents are permitted to share a lane with a child.
  • Lap lanes will be limited during scheduled programs and water aerobics. Please check pool schedule for availability of lap lanes.
  • Crossing over, sitting and hanging on lap lanes is NOT permitted.

Inclement Weather Policies

  • Pools will be cleared for 15 minutes at the sound of thunder.
  • At the sight of lightening the aquatic facility will be evacuated and will remain closed for 20 minutes from the last sighting of lightening or sound of thunder.

Waterslide Policies

  • For your safety and enjoyment you need to be at least 48" tall or are able to swim one length of the slide pool against the current to use the slides.
  • Swimsuits without metal straps or buckles are the only acceptable apparel for sliding. Cut off jeans are not allowed.
  • Only one rider is allowed on the slide at a time. Doubles, trains or chains are not permitted.
  • Please enter the slide in a seated position.
  • Please wait for the lifeguard´s starting instructions before riding.
  • You may ride the slide feet first only, in either a seated or lying down position.
  • Please keep your arms and feet inside the flume.
  • Stopping on the slide is not permitted.
  • Tubes, life jackets, sunglasses and goggles are not permitted on the slide.
  • Please exit the splashdown pool area immediately.
  • Please form a waiting line on the pool deck, not on the slide stairway.
  • There is no swimming in the slide landing area.
  • Parents are NOT allowed to catch their children as they come down the slide.

Youth Policy

Indoor Aquatics

  • 6 and under- Must be supervised by an adult if they cannot stand with head above 4 feet of water.
  • 7-12- Must be accompanied by an adult if they cannot stand with head above 4 feet of water.
  • 13 and above- Allowed in indoor pool without adult supervision.

Outdoor Aquatics

  • 6 and under- Must be supervised by an adult at all times.
  • 7-9- Must be accompanied by and adult.
  • 10 and above- Allowed in OUTDOOR pool area without supervision.

Guests
12 and under- Must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Under 18- All guests under 18 must have a wavier signed by a parent or guardian.
Fees- May only use the club when accompanied by an ACAC member.
$8 for youth under 14
$12 for 14-17

Definitions
Supervised- Parents must be in same area with child.
Accompanied- Parent may be in another area of club.

Pool Schedule

  • The indoor and outdoor pool is shared by lap swimmers, swim teams, exercise class participants, program participants, and members engaging in free and fun swim.
  • A monthly schedule of specific activities is posted on the calendar near the Aquatics office. 
  • Current and upcoming programs are posted on the aquatic calendar located at the exit of each locker room.
  • A hourly schedule of events of each pool is available for members at the aquatics office and online.

Contact Information
If you should have any further questions or concerns regarding the aquatic facilities please contact Bryan Creech at 378-1600.

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