FOREST HILLS SWIM CLUB RULES AND REGULATIONS 

Effective May 2016, Updated 5/21, 4/22, 3/24 and 1/25 

Rules and Regulations are designed to address the safety and comfort of our members, guests and employees. 

GENERAL RULES 

  • All persons using the Club facilities do so at their own risk. The Club will not be responsible for accidents or injuries to persons or property in connection with such use. The Club will not be responsible for loss or damage or any personal property. 
  • Members must be respectful of other members and employees of the pool by conducting yourself in an appropriate manner at all times. 
  • All members and guest must follow instructions given by the Club Employees on duty. Failure to do so may result in ejections from the Club for the day. This applies to adults and children.  If a child is ejected, parents will be notified.  
  • Please do not reprimand Club employees or dispute actions taken by Club Employees. All complaints involving Club employees should be directed to the Club manager(s) on duty.  If the dispute is unresolved, it will be brought to the attention of the Board. 
  • Continuing misconduct may be cause for expulsion from the Club and forfeiture of all fees.  This action shall be at the direction of the Board.  

GROUNDS 

  • No glass (other than eyewear) is permitted inside the pool grounds.   
  • No pets are permitted on the club grounds at any time. 
  • No floats, chairs, coolers or large items may be kept on the pool deck.  Pool deck must remain clear for all members and employees.  
  • Illegal substances/marijuana and any underage drinking are strictly prohibited. These are prohibited from the parking lot, deck, all grounds including the walking path. Please notify manager immediately if this rule is being violated. 
  • Smoking/Vaping is NOT permitted in the following areas: Pool, pool deck, wading/baby pool, shelter, tents, play area or where signs are posted.  Club members may smoke/vape with discretion in the designated areas of the pool: West side of pool only seating.  Please be respectful of those around and dispose of butts properly.   
  • Please place all wastepaper, cigar/cigarette butts, cups, food wrappers, cans and all other trash in the proper waste containers.  
  • No bicycles, skateboards, skates, or scooters are permitted in the fenced pool grounds (except bike rack area). 
  • No ball, lacrosse, frisbee, baseball (including bats), football, kickball throwing/games inside the fenced pool grounds.  

PROHIBITED AT THE CLUB 

  • Glass articles or containers other than eyewear 
  • Excessive and abusive alcohol use 
  • Sick adults and children- includes fever, diarrhea and vomiting 
  • Pushing, running, unnecessary roughness and/or horseplay inside the facility  
  • Profane language and inappropriate behavior 
  • ‘Power’ squirt guns 
  • Running on the pool deck or inside the fenced facility 
  • Being in the pool or on the pool deck within 30 minutes of lightning or thunder 

PROHIBITED IN THE POOL 

  • Swimming without a lifeguard on duty 
  • Flips, back dives or somersaults from the sides of the pool or pool gutter 
  • Expectorating or blowing nose 
  • Food, chewing gum are prohibited in the pool and on the pool deck.  Beverages are allowed within arm’s reach of the poolside.  No coolers on the deck.  
  • Pushing, unnecessary roughness and/ horseplay 

THUNDER and LIGHTNING  

  • In the event of thunder or lightning, EVERYONE must exit the pool and clear the pool deck immediately.  No one will be permitted back into the pool until thirty (30) minutes has passed after the last lightning or thunder was heard by staff. 

BABY POOL 

  • There is NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY in this area 
  • A parent or sitter MUST accompany children in baby pool area at all times. 
  • Baby pool is intended for the use of small children and/or those unable to use the main pool. Generally, this means children under aged four (4) and under.  Circumstances may warrant older children to use the wading pool with adult supervision.   
  • Inflatable toys are permitted (no large floats) however toys which may cause injury to other children are prohibited. 
  • Young children must be assisted when using the toilet. IF a child has an accident in the bathroom, you must contact the manager on duty to get the proper cleaning supplies and disinfectants 
  • All diapers, swim diapers and plastic pants are required for anyone susceptible to ‘accidents’ and must be changed in the changing area in restroom. Do not change diapers on the lounge chairs or dispose of diapers in any receptacle other than restroom trash can. 

DIVING BOARD 

  • Only one person at a time on the diving board  
  • Wait your turn on the DECK, not the steps, platform, or end of the board 
  • Wait for the previous person to reach diving well ladder before going off the board 
  • No GOGGLES or INFLATABLE DEVICES are permitted while going off the board 
  • No DOUBLE BOUNCING on the end of the board when not it’s not in a dive approach 
  • No RUNNING off the boards 
  • No diving or jumping off the side of the board.   
  • No catching someone off the board 
  • Everyone must swim to the ladder to exit the dive well area after their jump/dive 
  • Use of the board is for anyone who can swim to the ladder unassisted  

ADMITTANCE 

  • All members must check in at the front desk. Staff will check in each member and guests.  Misuse of the membership may result in loss of club privileges. 
  • All members (online) and guests (available at front desk) must have a completed medical form and liability waiver online or at front desk prior to entering club. 
  • Members must register and pay for all guests.  Guests must be accompanied by a member of the club at all times. Members are responsible for their guests and the behavior. 
  • Guest fees and limitations: 
  • $10.00/individual per day 
  • Guest Blackout dates: 
  • Guest aged two and under are no charge 
  • Guest is limited to 3 visits per calendar month 
  • Out of town guest fees and family guest fees are available. Please contact Membership prior to visit. 
  • You must be 18 years of age to have purchase a membership.   
  • Children aged 10 and over are permitted at the club without supervision. Exhibiting inappropriate behavior or failing to follow Club rules will result in suspension of the pool privileges for as long as Club managers deem necessary.  
  • A parent, adult, sitter of other responsible party over the age of twelve (12) must supervise children under the age of ten (10).  This includes during swim lessons, swim/dive team practices or events as well as all open swims.  

TENT and SHELTER USE POLICY 

  • The small tent (front gate) and large tent (north side) of the pool are available for private parties. 
  • The main shelter (big shelter) is not available for rental 
  • Tents are able to be reserved in 4 hour increments NOON-4pm or 4-8pm except during guest blackout dates or swim/dive/entertainment events.  
  • The small tent is $30, large tent is $40 per each 4-hour block 
  • Payment is due at time of reservation and will not be accepted without payment. 
  • Payment is refundable if cancellation notice is received by Club Manager 48 hours prior to reservation. No exceptions.  Weather exceptions (severe storms/club closure) may be made by club manager.  
  • Members are responsible for ALL clean up after their party.  Clean up fees WILL BE charged to your account if not properly removed.  
  • Please see our website for more information on tent reservations.