Wedgewood Swim Club Rules

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Pool Rules 

  1. Parents are responsible for their children while on the premises at all times.
  2. Non-Swimmers age 10 & under must wear red tags at all times.
  3. Only swimmers with a green membership tag are allowed in the lower and upper main pool, without restrictions.
  4. Non-swimmers with red tags are allowed in the upper main pool within the roped off shallow area. Red tag swimmers SHALL be accompanied by a qualified swimmer at least 16 years of age when beyond the roped area in the upper pool.
  5. Red Tags holders are allowed in the Lower Pool on all days and SHALL be accompanied by a qualified swimmer at least 16 years of age.
  6. Use of the wading pool is limited to non-swimming children, each of whom must be accompanied at all times by an adult. Lifeguards have the authority to remove any child that they feel is not being watched carefully.
  7. The diving well must be entered only from the diving board with only one person permitted on the board at a time. Diving from the sides of the diving well or swimming under the board is only allowed when authorized by the Manager or Lifeguard.
  8. Floating aids of all kinds are prohibited except at times designated by the club manager.
  9. Babies with diapers on must wear rubber pants over the diapers when in the pool.
  10. Anyone using the sliding board MUST be in the sitting position only.
  11. Spitting and foul language are not permitted on pool grounds.
  12. No diving in the shallow areas of the pools. Check the pool deck area for the no diving areas.

Safety Rules 

  1. The Lifeguards are in complete charge of the pool facilities and their directions must be followed.
  2. Lifeguards can “bench” or evict anyone from the pool when, in the opinion of the guards, they are annoying others or are endangering themselves or others. “Bench” time will be served outside the pool area.
  3. Repeat offenders and their families will receive a warning that suspension of membership privileges will follow if the situation is not remedied.
  4. The lifeguards will clear the pool and the pool area, if in their opinion or observation there is a threat of a storm. In the event of thunder or lighting, the pool will be cleared for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Pushing, throwing or dunking anyone in the pool is prohibited, as are running, roughhousing, ball playing, etc. inside the fenced area, the picnic grove, or in the pools. NO gymnastic flips are allowed off the side of the pool.
  6. Only authorized personnel are permitted in the pump houses, storage sheds, and garage or club office.
  7. Talking to the lifeguards or loitering at their stands is strictly prohibited. Members wishing to ask a question, or express a compliment, complaint or concern, should do so only to the manager or the guard on duty at the desk in the breezeway.
  8. Any injuries suffered anywhere on club property must be immediately reported to the lifeguard on duty at the desk.
  9. Use of the pools may be denied to anyone with an infection or infectious illness or to anyone wearing bandages.
  10. No ball playing is permitted in the pool areas other than water basketball. Enforcement will be at the lifeguard or Manager’s discretion. Ball playing is permitted around the basketball court and 4-square areas only.

Facilities Rules 

  1. All members and their guests must check-in at the entrance of club before entering. Members in good standing must have a pictured membership in our computer database in order to enter the pool. Members without a picture shall see the manager to have their picture taken. All guests under the age of 18 must wear the wrist tag provided by the club and shall not remove until leaving for the day.
  2. Entry to the club must always be through the breezeway. No one is permitted to enter through the gate from the picnic grove without first passing through the breezeway to check-in.
  3. No food, gum, beverages or containers of any kind are allowed in the pool areas, except during official club social activities. All containers must be left in the picnic grove. No glass of any kind is permitted at the pool facility.
  4. Bicycles, skateboards and other conveyances are not allowed to be ridden anywhere on the club property. Bicycles that are used as transportation to the club must be parked in the designated area.
  5. The concrete decking immediately adjacent to the pools and all walkways must be kept clear of chairs, towels and any other obstructions.
  6. Parking is only allowed in designated parking areas and in a pattern established by the club manager. Do not block in other vehicles. Parking in front of the club is only allowed on Sundays.
  7. Members are responsible for picking up all trash and litter caused by them and depositing it in the trashcans or dumpster.
  8. Loitering in the bathhouses and especially in the breezeway is strictly prohibited.
  9. The telephone is for emergencies and to arrange for rides or food delivery only. It is not to be used as a personal message center or for making non-essential personal calls.
  10. Children SHALL not play in the bathrooms. If a problem arises please contact a lifeguard or Manager on duty. Also, please help keep the bathrooms clean.
  11. No Smoking permitted by members / guests 17 years of age or younger.

Cautions 

  1. All members, including children and their guests, use the pool and other club facilities at their own risk. Adult members are responsible for making children familiar with club rules and the risks involved in breaking them. Members are responsible for the safety and conduct of their guests while on the premises of the club.
  2. The club is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property.
  3. Unauthorized use of facilities, theft or vandalism will be referred to the police.
  4. A nanny/babysitter may be added to a family’s membership as though an additional member of the family for a fee of $75 (subject to change). However, “non family-member children” may not be added to your membership. They may be admitted as guests. Prior Approval of the Board of Directors is required to add a nanny/babysitter to your membership. Questions concerning the guest policy may also be referred to the Club Manager.

TV Rules

The TV in the pavilion is to be operated by club management only.  All members shall abide by the following TV Rules:

  1. The key and remotes are in the custody of the on duty pool manager.
  2. The tv will be programmed for sports channels unless the Board approves additional channel(s).
  3. The Verizon and tv remotes are the only two remotes needed to operate the system.
  4. The Verizon Fios converter and transmitter are in the swim team garage on the right hand side.
  5. Throwing a ball onto the roof is no longer permitted by the Club.
  6. The Verizon Fios converter is turned on and the channels are changed using the Verizon remote.  The transmitter is turned on/off by pushing the button at the bottom of the transmitter.
  7. The transmitter’s tv/av light needs to be on and the “RF4″ button must be lit.
  8. The tv is turned on using the tv remote.  This remote is used for on/off and volume.  Do not change channels with this remote.
  9. The receiver is turned on/off by pushing the button at the bottom of the receiver.
  10. The receiver’s tv/av light needs to be on and the “RF4″ button must be lit.
  11. The receiver needs to be pointed towards the transmitter in the swim team garage.
  12. There may be tv interference if someone walks past the transmitter and is as tall as or taller than the antenna.
  13. At the closing of the pool, the tv, receiver, transmitter and Verizon Fios converter needs to be turned off.

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Guest Policy

  1. Guest fees are $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children (under 18 years of age). 
  2. A guest is any non-member wishing to use the Club along with a host member.  The Club facilities are available to guests of members ONLY WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER.  Guest fee must be paid at time of registration.
  3. There may be a limit of three guests per membership per day (subject to Manager’s discretion based on the capacity of the facility at that time).  Management reserves the right to refuse to allow a guest admission for any reason, at any time. The decision to allow or refuse a guest can only be made by the Pool Manager or any responsible Wedgewood Board member. 
  4. Guests are limited to ten (10) visits per season. Any exceptions need Board of Directors approval.
  5. All guests must be signed in at the Front Desk with the sponsor member’s name.  A member must be 18 years or older to sign in a guest.
  6. All guests must wear the wristband given to them at time of registration at all times when on club premises. 
  7. Members are responsible for the actions of their guests. Guests can be asked by management to leave the facility if their conduct or actions are inappropriate. Members are responsible to educate their guests regarding proper behavior and adhering to the rules of Wedgewood Swim Club.
  8. Birthday parties/group gatherings should be arranged through the Manager or Assistant Manager. These larger groups are discouraged during Sundays. Parties should normally be arranged at least two days in advance with Manager. Please refer to the party policy for additional information.
  9. Parties with guests need to be approved by the Manager. Parties may not be approved for Sundays, depending on the available capacity of the pool on that given day.
  10. Grandparents of members are considered guest and must adhere to all the guests’ rules as described above, but a guest fee will NOT be collected.

Party Policy 

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  1. Parties will not be allowed on Sundays or major holidays
  2. Parties up to 10 people (non-members) will pay full guest fee prices (no charge for club members) and can stay the entire day. See party pricing below for parties greater than 10 people.
  3. Management must approve all parties at least two days in advance.
    All parties, regardless of the starting and duration times, SHALL end and be cleaned up by 7:30pm. All party guests must leave the facilities by 7:45pm
  4. A list of party guests (members and non-members) must be
    provided to the front office attendant or to the manager on duty before the party begins.
  5. The host member of the party must provide a $75 deposit (check) to the club manager before the party begins. This deposit is to ensure the party concludes on time and area is cleaned. The check will be returned after all obligations are met.
  6. Where a party includes children UNDER 6 (SIX) Years Old, the adult-to-child ratio must be no more than 1 adult for every 2 children. Example: if your 5 year old child’s party includes 11 of his friends (12 total children under 6), there must be a total of 6 adults (or mother’s helpers) on hand. All helpers will pay reduced adult rate guest fee.
  7. Parties will be limited to a total of 15 people. This will be left to Manager’s discretion.

Party pricing #1
Up to 10 people in party
$7 per adult /$5 per child (12 & under)

Party pricing #2
Additional people in party
$5 per adult/$3 per child (12 & under)

PARTY REFUNDS

  1. The party can be stopped or canceled at the manager’s discretion.
  2. If party is stopped due to any condition(s) that violates club policies – No refund.
  3. If a party is stopped due to weather and the party has reached its half waypoint there will be no refund.

If a party is stopped before the half way point guest passes will be issued for future use during the same calendar year.

Weather Related Guidelines

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Wedgewood Swim Club will remain open during regularly scheduled hours unless there is poor weather or other unforeseen conditions.

The information below will give members direction on opening and closing of the club.

Weather related while open

With the onset of thunder, lightning, or other poor weather related conditions, the manager and lifeguards will clear all the pools immediately. Loudspeaker announcements will be made by the manager along with the lifeguards signaling with three quick whistles to empty the pools.

Pools will remain closed until there is 20 minutes of no thunder or 45 minutes of no lighting. The pools can remain open with light rain, but may close based on the manager’s discretion. The pools will reopen when the manager feels it is safe for members to re-enter the pools.

If the weather related conditions continue for an extended period, the manager may decide to close the club. The club can remain closed for the balance of the day.

Weather related before opening for the day

If weather conditions are questionable before the club is scheduled to open, the manager may decide to delay the opening. The club will open only if the weather conditions improve.

If there is a question by a member on whether the club will open either at the beginning of the day or after an earlier closing, the member should call the club at 610 696 4390. If no one answers the phone, the member should assume the club is closed at that time.

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Weather

The lifeguards may close the pool without warning in the event of threatening weather.

Lost and Found

At the end of the day the lifeguards may collect property left at the pool and store it in the garage next to the bathroom and shower facilities. This is done voluntarily by the life guards and neither they, nor the Wedgewood Swim Club can be held responsible for any items left at the pool. Towels found at the pool are sometimes hung along the front fence so that the owners can claim them. The Wedgewood Swim Club, may at its discretion discard any items left at the Swim Club

Lawn Chairs

Lawn Chairs left at the club must be stored on the chair rack next to the picnic area during the season. The Wedgewood Swim Club is not responsible for these chairs. The chairs must be claimed within one week of the Labor Day.  Chairs can be picked up at the fall workday. Left over chairs will be discarded by Wedgewood Swim Club. It may be a good idea to write you name on your chairs left at the Swim Club.

Food

No food is sold at the Wedgewood Swim Club (with the exception of Ice Cream as explained below). Food may be brought by members and guest, but should only be consumed in the picnic area and in the covered deck. Thank you in advance for cleaning up after yourselves.

Ice Cream

Ice Cream is sold every day at 3:00 PM in the Pavilion. A bell will be rung when ice cream sales are begun. Profits from the ice cream support the Swim Team. Ice Cream trucks are strictly forbidden on the Wedgewood Swim Club property

Lower Pool Changes

In order to increase the use of the Lower Pool, children with Red Tags may now swim in the Lower Pool  if accompanied by a qualified swimmer at least 16 years of age.