Indoor Pool Guidelines

These guidelines will be followed at all times in the ERC Indoor Pool.

•    ERC swimming pools should only be used when a certified lifeguard is on duty.

•    All children 6 years old and under must be accompanied by a supervising adult at all times in the facility.

•    Persons with open cuts or wounds are not permitted in the swimming pool.

•    Please shower before entering the swimming pool.

•    Swimmers must have appropriate swim attire.

•    Food and drink are not permitted in the pool area.

•    Glass is not permitted in the pool area.

•    Please obey all lifeguard instructions.

•    Running is not allowed.

•    Horseplay is prohibited.

•    Dunking, riding on shoulder, and “tossing” other guests is prohibited.

•    Anyone wanting to use the diving board must be able to swim to the side by themselves. Swimmers may be asked to perform a water competency screening to determine the use of the diving board.

•    Diving is only permitted in the deep end.

•    Diving area must be clear before using the diving board.

•    Inward/Cutaways/Gainers and any other dives deemed unsafe by ERC Aquatics staff are not permitted.

•    All children in a flotation device or non-swimmers must be within arms’ reach of an adult at all times.

•    Floatation devices are not allowed in the deep end unless being used during deep water workout.

•    Anyone not potty trained must wear a swim diaper or plastic pants (disposable diapers are not permitted.)

•    Ladders/Steps/Stairs are for entering/exiting the pool. Hanging or playing on ladder/steps/stairs is prohibited

•    All valuables should be locked in a locker.

•    Tobacco/Vapor Cigarettes/Alcohol/Drugs are prohibited. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at least 20’ from the Emporia Recreation Center entrance.

•    Public intoxication is not allowed.

•    Public nudity is not allowed.