Hiwassee Valley Pool Rules

• No running, extreme splashing, horseplay, wrestling or dunking.
• No Frisbee's, pencil squirt guns, pointed objects or hard objects of any kind (balls, basketballs, footballs, etc.).
• No swimming for youths unless lifeguard is on duty or accompanied by an adult.
• All persons under 18 years of age who want to swim in the deep end must first be given the deep end test by the lifeguard on duty.
• No diving in shallow water - diving is permitted in 9 feet ONLY.
• All jumps must be feet first and facing forward.  No twisting or backwards jumps.
• No food, drinks, gum, or glass allowed in pool area.
• Flotation devices are only allowed if there is less than 15 patrons in the pool.
• Kickboards, balls, rings and other toys/devices may be used at the lifeguard's discretion as long as there are less than 15 people in the pool and the devices are being used correctly.
• Persons with open sores or rashes of unknown origins are not allowed in the pool.
• Proper bathing suits required.  Cut-offs NOT allowed in the pool and Diapers NOT allowed in pool.  "Little Swimmer Swim Diapers" must be worn by in the pool by all infants and toddlers who are not completely potty trained.
• The stairs are for entry and exit from the water only.  Sitting or standing on the stairs will not be permitted.
• Patrons must shower before entering the pool areas.
• Pool will be CLOSED during thunder and lightening storms for 30 minutes.
• Alcohol or drug use is prohibited.
• Children ages 8 and under cannot enter the pool unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Management reserves the right to deny the use of the pool to anyone at anytime.

Description of Pool Classes - Experience the Pool!!!

• Water Arthritis - Calm water workout concentrating on flexibility and stretching.

• H2O Cardio & Water Aerobics - Targets all the body - plenty of cardio.

• Poolates - Deep water core workout!

Lap swimmers:  With the tremendous interest in family programming, instructional classes, and general use of lap lanes; our Aquatics center pool times is precious.  Thank you for your patience and indulgence.  We will  offer a minimum of one lap lane throughout the day.  Please understand that we are doing are best to make time available for everyone.

Pool Rules