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    Southwestern Schools’ Swimming Pool Rules


    • Swimmers must be free of colds and other contagious diseases.
    • No hairpins, barrettes, jewelry or glasses.
    • No food, drink, or gum anywhere on deck.
    • No recreational equipment unless authorized by a lifeguard.
    • All must shower before using pool.
    • No spitting or blowing nose in the pool.
    • All children must be accompanied by an adult.
    • No running, pushing, dunking, or rough play in pool area, showers, or locker rooms.
    • No diving in shallow end.
    • Do not stand, play, or jump off ladders or railings.
    • Stay clear of handicap ramp and railings at all times.
    • Starting blocks are only used by school athletic teams, not recreational use.
    • Non-swimmers must stay in the bleachers section of the pool area.
    • All injuries must be reported to the lifeguard on duty.
    • All swimmers must pass a “deep end test” by the lifeguard before attempting to swim in the deep end or using the diving board.
    • All must wear a bathing cap if hair is beyond collar length.
    • Always enter the water forward without flipping. 
     

    Diving Rules*:


    • One diver on board at a time (all others must be on pool deck). 
    • Diving area must be clear before diving.
    • Dive or jump straight off board.
    • After diving immediately swim to clearance.
    • No cross pool swimming in diving area.
     *Note: No diving during community lap swim.  All swimmers must pass the “Deep End Test” before using diving board.