Standard Pool Rules/Regulations
 
HOP MEADOW COUNTRY CLUB
POOL RULES AND CODE OF CONDUCT
 
For the safety and enjoyment of all, Members and Guests are expected to always adhere to the instructions of the lifeguards and pool staff. Rules are not inclusive and are construed to maximize safety and enjoyment for all pool users and may be amended from time to time by the Board or Pool Committee without prior notice.
 
General Pool Rules
 
•          No one may enter the main pool unless lifeguards are on duty.
•          Members and Guests must always heed the directions of lifeguards.
•          No running on any parts of concrete pool deck.
•          All persons using the pool are expected to follow all policies and procedures and to conduct themselves appropriately. Physical or verbal abuse, sexual innuendo or display, or any other offensive behavior (as determined in the Club’s sole discretion) of any kind is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
•          Pool privileges are restricted to Members and Guests. All Members must register, and all Guests must be signed in at the pool office upon entering the pool area. Non-Members may be a pool Guest no more than twice in a 30-day period regardless of their Member-host.
•          Children under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by an ADULT or a responsible babysitter at least 15 years of age. Parents or babysitters of a non-swimmer must sit on the edge or join the child while the child is in either pool. This must be strictly adhered to for the safety of the child.
•          Children of Members ages 12-17 are permitted to use the Hop Meadow Country Club (the “Club”) pool and associated facilities without adult supervision and are expected to follow all pool rules at all times. All responsible babysitters for any minor children must be at least 15 years of age to supervise minor children without an adult present.
•          Bathing suits are restricted to the swimming pool area. Traditional bathing suits are required. Any bathing suits “Brazilian”, “G-string, or “thong” suits (or similar bathing suits) are considered inappropriate attire and are not permitted. Pool users and their Guests cannot utilize the Club’s clubhouse patio, bathrooms, or locker rooms in pool attire, and must wear a cover-up or polo shirt over swimwear outside of the pool deck area.
•          The wading pool is restricted to children six years or younger. Each child must be accompanied by an adult as no lifeguards are on duty there.
•          Children who wear diapers must wear swim diapers in the large and baby pool. Disposable diapers are not permitted in either pool.
•          Toddlers must be accompanied to the toilet for sanitary and safety purposes.
•          Children may use a flotation device only when accompanied in the water by a parent or guardian.
•          Parents must sit on the edge of the pool or be in the water when watching a non-swimmer in either pool. This must be strictly adhered to for the safety of your child.
•          The Club’s house rules provide that no food or beverages be brought to the Club for consumption at the pool or any area on Club property.
•          For safety reasons, no glassware is permitted anywhere in the pool area at any time.
•          Children under age 18 with food or drinks must remain in the snack-bar area. Adults may take drinks poolside, not inside the pool.
•          Please keep the pool area clean and remember to pick up after yourself and your Guests.
•          Face masks, snorkels, kick boards and fins may not be used in the main pool. Children may use a floatation device only when accompanied in the water by a parent or guardian, for the purpose of assisting in swimming.
•          Floats, rafts, and water guns are not allowed at the pool.
•          No spikes allowed in the pool area.
•          The pool will be cleared for 30 minutes following the last report of thunder or flash of lightning.
•          If the pool closes due to weather, an email will be sent to all Members of the Club. The weather at the pool may be different to yours at home, so if there are any questions, please call the Club to check.
•          Children ages 12-17 who seek to use the pool without adult supervision must also sign this form.
 
Diving Rules
 
1.         There should only be one diver on the diving board at a time, with one bounce on the board.
2.         Divers must swim to the ladder immediately after going off the diving board.
3.         No swimming in the diving well while divers are using the diving board.
4.         When there is a “deep swim” called by the lifeguard, no one may use the diving board - but swimmers may swim in the diving well.
5.         Swimmers will not splash unnecessarily.
 
Guest Policy
 
1.         Guests are defined as individuals who do not have Membership privileges. This includes extended family Members and friends. Babysitters are not subject to Guest fees.
2.         Hosting Member must be at least 15 years of age to have a Guest.
3.         Guest must be signed in at the pool office upon entrance.
4.         Guests are expected to observe all Hop Meadow pool and general rules.
5.         Non-Members may be a pool Guest no more than twice in a 30-day period regardless of their Member-host, except for family house Guests (family house Guests are defined as relatives or friends living outside the local area).
6.         Guest fees applicable for the current year are posted on the website at the pool.
  
Discipline Policy
 
1.         THE POOL DIRECTOR SHALL HAVE THE DISCRETIONARY AUTHORITY TO DISCIPLINE CHILDREN USING THE FOLLOWING AS GUIDELINES:
•          First Offense: Documented verbal warning by a lifeguard or the Pool Director, with notice to parents.
•          Second Offense: Lose pool privileges and access to pool area for one day.
•          Third Offense: Lose pool privileges and access to pool area for at least one week, pending review by the Club Board of Directors.