Pool Safety

0–5-year-old Swimmers: Parent/Caregiver must be in the water and within arms reach of the child at all times. Young Swimmers are advised to be in flotation devices such as lifejackets, under the direct supervision of an adult.

6–12-year-old Swimmers: The swimmer must pass the American Red Cross Water Competency Swim Test for either Therapy and/or Lap pool to be without a guardian in that pool. A Parent/Caregiver will need to remain on the pool deck. Swimmers who do not pass will need to remain within arm’s reach of a Parent/Guardian for the pool that they did not meet water competency for and are highly encouraged to be fitted for a life jacket.

13–18-year-old Swimmers: The swimmer must pass the American Red Cross Water Competency Swim Test for both Therapy and/or Lap pool to be without a guardian at the Aquatic Complex. Swimmers who do not pass will need to remain within arm’s reach of a Parent/Guardian for the pool that they did not meet water competency for.

*This is a yearly test. A log will be kept (pass date, swimmer’s name, date of birth, emergency contact info, and family name)

American Red Cross Water Competency Swim Test (6-18 years old):

Lap Pool Swim Test:

1. Step or jump into the water over your head.
2. Return to the surface and float or tread water for one minute.
3. Turn around in a full circle and find an exit.
4. Swim 25 yards to the exit.
5. Exit from the water. If in a pool, be able to exit without using the ladder.

Pass: Yellow Band for Wrist

Therapy Pool Swim Test:

1. Step or jump into the water over your head.
2. Return to the surface and float or tread water for one minute.
3. Turn around in a full circle and find an exit.
4. Swim 15 yards to the exit.
5. Exit from the water. If in a pool, be able to exit without using the ladder.