Aquatics Center Policies
Aquatic Center
- Swimming is allowed only when lifeguards are on duty.
- Please shower before entering the pools.
- Appropriate swimwear is required. Loose clothes are not permitted.
- Hanging on lane ropes or basketball rims is prohibited.
- During peak hours, pool patrons must share lanes and circle swim.
- Use of rafts, tubes, and other flotation devices are allowed at the lifeguard’s discretion.
- Diving is permitted in only seven feet of water or deeper.
- Running and rough play are not allowed.
- Spitting, spouting of water or blowing you nose in the pool is not allowed.
- The pool shall not be operated during severe weather conditions.
- Children shall not use the pool without the attendance of an adult. Adults must be within arm’s reach of children at all times.
- Individuals with open sores, skin rashes, infectious diseases or discharges will not be permitted to enter the pool.
- Children who are not toilet trained must wear snug fitting plastic pants or a water resistant swim diaper.
- Glass articles are prohibited in or around the pool. Food, drink or wrappers shall not be permitted within 10 feet of the pool or whirlpool.
- Please follow lifeguard and facility staff directions at all times.
Violation of any policy may result in ejection from the facility. For a complete list of rules and policies, please refer to the CRI Membership Manual.
Diving Board
- Only one person at a time is permitted on the diving board and ladder.
- Each person must wait until the proceeding diver has cleared the area before diving.
- Divers must swim directly to the nearest ladder.
- Only one bounce is permitted, except during supervised instructional activity.
- Front dives and flips are allowed when facing forward at the end of the board. Cartwheels, back flips and handstands are prohibited.
- Running on the diving board is not permitted.
- Jumping off the diving board into the arms of another swimmer is not permitted.
- Hanging off the end of the diving board is not permitted.
Whirlpool
- Use of whirlpool is permitted when a lifeguard is on duty.
- Appropriate attire must be worn.
- Please shower before entering the whirlpool. Individuals with open sores, skin rashes, infectious diseases or discharges will not be permitted to enter the whirlpool.
- After using the whirlpool, please shower prior to entering the pool.
- Feet first entry only. Diving is prohibited.
- Horseplay and inappropriate displays of public affection are not permitted.
- Hot water exposure limits vary from person to person. Pregnant women, small children and those with health conditions such as, but not limited to: heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure should not enter the whirlpool without prior consultation and permission from their physician.
- Use of the whirlpool is not permitted while under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, other drugs or medication that may cause sleepiness and drowsiness or raise/lower blood pressure.
- Use caution when in the whirlpool alone. Overexposure to hot water may cause nausea, dizziness and fainting. Lower water temperatures are recommended for extended use (exceeding 10 – 15 minutes) and for young children.
- If the suction fitting is missing, broken or loose, use of the whirlpool will not be permitted.
- Unsupervised use by children is prohibited.
- Before entering, check the water temperature. Temperature should not exceed 104° F.
- Enter feet first and exit slowly.
- Breakable items are prohibited in or around the whirlpool.
- Electrical appliances are never to be placed within five feet of the whirlpool.
- The whirlpool shall not be operated during severe weather conditions.
- Please follow lifeguard and facility staff directions at all times.
Sauna
- A lifeguard must be on duty to use the sauna.
- Exercise of any kind is prohibited in the sauna.
- This is a dry sauna. Do not put any liquid on the rocks.
- Appropriate attire is required in the sauna. Males must wear shorts or swim trunks, and females must wear a swimsuit or shorts and a top.
- Horseplay and inappropriate displays of public affection are not permitted.
- The sauna is restricted to use by CRI members 16 years of age or older.
- SAUNA USERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS:
- Exit immediately if uncomfortable, dizzy or sleepy
- Check with a doctor before using the sauna if pregnant, in poor health or under medical care.
- Do not exceed 30 minutes in the sauna.
Last updated: 2/2/2022