Swimming Pool Rules

General Swimming Pool Rules:

1. All patrons and their guests must check in at the pool gates, prior to entry. Improper access by a resident or their guest(s) may result in the loss of amenity privileges for that day or longer.
2. Fleming Island Plantation CDD and/or its staff are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
3. Lifeguards are on duty any time the pool(s) are open. Their job is to enforce the policies and procedures for the safety of all residents and their guests. Lifeguards shall have full authority to enforce the District’s rules
   and policies.
4. Patrons must shower before entering pool(s), including wading pools, splash pad, or any water feature area.
5. Children twelve (12) years old and under must be accompanied by a parent or other person sixteen (16) years of age or older to enter either swim facility. Proof of age and/or a Splash Pass may be required.
6. Radios, portable televisions, iPhones, iPads, and the like may be listened to if headphones are used, out of consideration of others.
7. Swimming is permitted only during the designated hours, as posted at the pool(s).
8. Smoking, vaping, and use of smokeless tobacco products are prohibited on any and all District property including all amenity facilities (pools, pavilions, courts, parks, and playgrounds).
9. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic) are permitted only in the designated eating areas under the pool building pavilion. No food or beverages are allowed on any pool deck area(s) at any time, with the exception of water in any non-glass container. All coolers are subject to search. Failure to adhere to this
   rule may result in loss of privileges for that day or longer.
10. Glass objects, sharp objects, drinking glasses and personal coolers are NOT permitted on either facility’s pool deck area.
11. Children who are not reliably toilet trained or are wearing diapers must wear an approved swim diaper, as well as a swimsuit over the swim diaper. This will help to reduce the risk associated with human waste in the swimming pool(s)/deck area(s).
12. Changing of diapers or clothing is NOT ALLOWED on any portion of the swim deck or pool furniture at either swim facility. There are changing stations located in the restrooms. Please be respectful of this health regulation for the health and safety of others. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in the loss of privileges for that day or longer.
13.  Proper swimming attire while in the pool is mandatory. Staff have the authority to deny access due to improper swimwear.
14. NO diving, jumping, pushing, running or any other horseplay is allowed in the pools or on the pool deck of either swim facility. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in a time out or loss of privileges for that day or longer.
15. Proper flotation devices are allowed in the pool (i.e. infant safety floats with feet holes, life vests (US Coast Guard approved, pool noodles). No rafts, loungers, tubes, mermaid tails, etc., are allowed at any time in the pools or on the pool decks. Play equipment such as swim masks, snorkels will not be allowed in the
    pools unless first approved by management. Staff has the authority to deny toy access and/or usage due to daily pool capacity.
16. Swim Ability Determination – All minors ages 8 and under will be swim tested once per season. All minors ages 9-11 will be required to pass the swim test once. Colored wristbands will be worn upon completion.
17. American Academy of Pediatrics Swim Policy enforced. Never leave a child alone in or near the pool. Close supervision by a responsible adult is required. Provide arms length or touch supervision for
    non-swimmers.
18. The management and its staff reserve the right to control all programs and activities (including the number of guest participants, equipment and supplies usage, etc.), conducted at the pools including swim lessons, aquatic/recreational programs and pool parties.
19. Alcoholic beverages shall NOT be permitted in any pool areas.
20. Radio controlled watercraft are not allowed in any pools or pool areas.
21. Persons with skin disorders or other maladies potentially harmful to others will be denied use of the pool(s).
22. District staff and lifeguards have the right to administer an adult swim. During an adult swim, all children 14 years and younger must exit the pool at which time we ask that they take advantage of a bathroom break.
23. Bathing Load Maximum: Lap Pool: 168 persons, Family Pool: 96 persons.
24. Designated lanes for lap swimmers only; they will be given the right of way