rules & regulations |
These Rules and Regulations are adopted by the Board of Directors of Glen Cove Swim Club, Inc. ("Glen Cove" or the "Club") to promote a safe, enjoyable, family-friendly, and well-maintained environment for all members and guests.
All members, family members, guests, event attendees, and other persons using Club facilities are required to comply with these Rules and Regulations, the Club's By-Laws, Waiver and Release Agreement, Membership Policies, posted signage, and all instructions given by Club staff, lifeguards, pool management, and authorized Board representatives.
Violations may result in removal from the premises, suspension of privileges, termination of membership, assessment of damages, or other action deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors has delegated day-to-day operational authority to pool management, lifeguards, and authorized staff members.
Members are responsible for ensuring that their family members, children, guests, and invitees comply with all Club rules and instructions.
Lifeguards and management have the authority to issue safety directives, restrict activities, deny access to specific amenities, and take other actions reasonably necessary to maintain safety, sanitation, and orderly operation of the Club.
Failure to comply with staff instructions may result in immediate removal from the facility.
Club operating hours shall be established by the Board of Directors and may be modified from time to time.
The Club may temporarily close or restrict access due to:
No refunds, credits, or prorations shall be provided due to temporary closures.
Only active members in good standing, authorized guests, approved event attendees, and authorized personnel may enter or use Club facilities.
Members must present proof of membership and comply with all check-in procedures established by the Club.
No person may enter the pool water unless the pool is officially open and lifeguards are on duty, except as otherwise specifically authorized by the Club.
Unauthorized entry outside operating hours constitutes trespassing and may result in removal, membership discipline, criminal prosecution, civil action, or both.
The Club reserves the right to refuse admission to any person whose presence presents a safety, health, or behavioral concern.
All members entering the Club must complete the Club's check-in procedures upon arrival.
Members shall be required to:
Failure to properly check in may result in denial of entry or removal from the facility.
Guests are permitted only in accordance with current guest policies established by the Board of Directors.
Guests must be registered and accompanied by a sponsoring member unless otherwise approved by the Club.
A guest is any person who is not included under an active Glen Cove Swim Club membership for the current season.
A guest fee of Five Dollars ($5.00) shall be charged for each guest over two (2) years of age. Each membership may sponsor a maximum of five (5) guests at any one time. Gatherings exceeding five (5) guests may be considered a party or event rental and may be subject to additional requirements, fees, reservations, and policies established by the Club.
The sponsoring member is fully responsible for the conduct, supervision, safety, and actions of all guests.
The sponsoring member shall be responsible for any damage to Club property caused by guests and may be held financially responsible for repair or replacement costs.
Members and guests shall conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner at all times.
The following conduct is prohibited:
Parents and guardians are expected to model appropriate behavior and address disagreements respectfully. Hostile, disruptive, threatening, or abusive interactions between members may result in removal from the premises and disciplinary action by the Board.
Members and guests are expected to respect the privacy of others while on Club property.
Photography, video recording, and social media posting involving other members, guests, or minor children should only occur with the knowledge and consent of the individuals involved or their parent or guardian.
Photography or recording that is intrusive, harassing, disruptive, or reasonably creates privacy concerns may be prohibited by Club management.
The Club reserves the right to require cessation of photography or recording activities that interfere with operations, create safety concerns, or violate the privacy or comfort of members and guests.
Nothing in this policy restricts photography, videography, or promotional use conducted by or on behalf of Glen Cove Swim Club in accordance with member consent provided during the membership process.
All swimmers must obey lifeguard instructions immediately and without argument.
The following activities are prohibited:
Persons unable to demonstrate adequate swimming ability may be restricted from deep water, diving boards, or other areas at the discretion of lifeguards.
Use of diving boards and other aquatic features is subject to posted rules and lifeguard direction.
Flotation devices for children may only be used under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.
Rafts, inflatables, balls, noodles, toys, and other recreational equipment may be restricted or prohibited at any time based on attendance levels, safety concerns, programming needs, or lifeguard discretion.
Parents and guardians remain solely responsible for supervising minors at all times.
Children ten (10) years of age and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult member, parent, guardian, caregiver, or other authorized adult while using Club facilities.
Children eleven (11) years of age and older may use the Club without direct adult supervision only if they can safely demonstrate adequate swimming ability, follow Club rules, and conduct themselves appropriately.
The Club reserves the right to require swim proficiency demonstrations before permitting minors to use deep-water areas or attend the facility without direct adult supervision.
There must be at least one responsible adult for every five (5) children under five (5) years of age.
Children who are not toilet trained must wear approved swim diapers and protective swimwear.
Parents and guardians must remain in the immediate vicinity of children using the wading pool.
Lifeguards are not babysitters and are not responsible for supervising individual children.
Members and guests shall not enter the pool if they:
Appropriate swim attire is required at all times.
Outside food and beverages are permitted unless otherwise restricted by the Club.
Members and guests are expected to:
Food and beverages are not permitted in the pool or wading pool.
The following are prohibited anywhere on Club property unless specifically authorized by the Board:
Any member or guest bringing glass onto Club property may be required to immediately remove the item, leave the premises, or face disciplinary action, including suspension or termination of membership privileges.
Pets and other animals are not permitted on Club property.
Service animals individually trained to perform work or tasks for a person with a disability are permitted in accordance with applicable law.
Service animals must remain under the control of their handler at all times and may be excluded if they are out of control, not housebroken, or otherwise create a direct threat to the health or safety of others.
Emotional support animals, comfort animals, therapy animals, and pets that do not qualify as service animals under applicable law are not permitted.
Alcoholic beverages may be consumed responsibly by adults of legal drinking age in accordance with Club policies and applicable law.
No person who is intoxicated, impaired, acting recklessly, creating a disturbance, or otherwise presenting a safety concern may enter the water or remain on Club property.
The Club reserves the right to deny service, refuse admission, remove individuals, or take disciplinary action when alcohol consumption results in unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
Members and guests assume all risk for personal property brought onto Club premises.
The Club is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property, vehicles, bicycles, equipment, or other belongings.
Lost items may be retained for a limited period at the discretion of management and may be donated, discarded, or otherwise disposed of if unclaimed.
Members hosting or sponsoring parties, rentals, gatherings, swim team functions, or special events remain fully responsible for all attendees and activities associated with the event.
Events must not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of Club facilities by other members.
The sponsoring member is responsible for:
Event hosts shall begin cleanup activities during the final thirty (30) minutes of their reserved rental period and shall vacate the rental area promptly at the conclusion of the reservation.
The Club reserves the right to assess additional charges for excessive cleanup, damage, repairs, or violations of rental requirements.
The Club may reserve lanes, portions of the pool, or other facilities for swim team practices, swim meets, lessons, clinics, maintenance activities, or other Club-sponsored programs.
Members are expected to respect all lane closures, reserved areas, and temporary restrictions established by Club management.
From time to time, recreational swimming areas may be adjusted to accommodate Club programming. Advance notice will be provided whenever reasonably practical.
Home swim meets and certain Club events may require modified operating hours or temporary facility closures.
The Club reserves the right to take disciplinary action for violations of these Rules and Regulations, the Club's By-Laws, Membership Policies, Waivers, or other governing documents.
Disciplinary action may include:
Serious safety violations, including but not limited to unauthorized after-hours access, bringing glass onto Club property, harassment of staff, or conduct creating a risk of injury, may result in immediate suspension pending Board review.
Members are financially responsible for damage to Club property, facilities, furniture, equipment, fixtures, landscaping, or other assets caused by:
The Club may assess the reasonable cost of repair, replacement, cleanup, or remediation and require reimbursement as a condition of continued membership or facility use.
The Board of Directors may modify, amend, supplement, or interpret these Rules and Regulations at any time as necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the Club. Updated versions shall be made available to members through Club communication channels.