Blossman Aquatics

Pool Rules and Policies

Lifeguard Authority: Follow lifeguard instructions at all times for your safety.
Shower Before Entering: All swimmers must shower before entering the pool to maintain water quality and avoid eye and skin irritation.

Health and Hygiene:

• Do not swim if you have open wounds, contagious conditions, infections, or diarrhea.
• No spitting, spouting water, or blowing your nose in the pool on deck.

Proper Swimwear Required: Only wear appropriate swim attire. No jeans, cotton, street clothes, or thong swimsuits allowed.

Children and Non-Swimmers:

• Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Non-swimmers must stay in shallow areas unless accompanied by a competent swimmer.

Swim Diapers: Children who are not potty-trained must wear swim diapers to prevent contamination.

Use of Life Jackets, Equipment, and Toys:

• All life jackets must be U.S. Coast Guard approved and inspected by the lifeguard on duty.
• Inflatable toys and rafts are not allowed as they obstruct pool visibility.
• YMCA exercise and swim lesson equipment is reserved for program use only.
• Snorkels and fins are only permitted for lap swimmer use.

No Diving: Diving is not allowed to prevent head and neck injuries.

Jumping Into the Pool:

• Only jump in feet-first and straight ahead. Do not jump near other swimmers to avoid collisions.

• Do not jump near other swimmers to avoid collisions.

No Running: Always walk on the pool deck to avoid slips and falls.

No Rough Play: Avoid pushing, dunking, or roughhousing to ensure everyone’s safety. Riding and standing on another person’s shoulders is not allowed.

No Glass Containers: Do not bring glass containers into the natatorium to prevent breakage and injury.

No Food or Drink in the Natatorium: Keep food and drinks away from the water to maintain cleanliness and safety.

No Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drugs: Swimming under the influence is strictly prohibited.

Weather Policy

In the event there is active lightning within 8 miles of the Blossman Facility, the Natatorium will close.This includes the indoor and outdoor pool.

Swim Test Rules

Shallow Water Swim Test

• Jump in unaided into the shallow water and recover to an upright position
• Swim the width of the shallow/recreation section of the pool twice (there and back)
• Float on your back for 30 seconds
• Exit pool independently

Deep Water Swim Test

• Swim the length of the entire pool (25 yards) facing forward
• Tread water for 30 seconds
• Float on your back for 30 seconds
• Exit pool independently