Aquatics

Pool Rules

• Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water within arms reach at all times.
• Children ages 9 through 13 must have an adult on the pool deck supervising. Children may not use the swimming pool without adult supervision.
• Non-toilet-trained children and children under 3 must wear a swim diaper and rubber pants.
• Adults should not swim alone.
• Swimmers must shower before entering the pool.
• Appropriate and modest swimwear is required. No street clothes in the pool.
• No public displays of affection (kissing, hugging, body contact, etc.).
• Only water toys are permitted in the pool. No hard sports balls in the pool.
• No large tubes or floats. Flotation devices may be used only at the discretion of the lifeguards and must be coast guard approved.
• No running, playing rough, shouting, spitting, or unhygienic actions.
• No diving.
• No glass containers or objects, chewing gum, alcohol, or tobacco products.
• No hanging on lane lines.
• No pets allowed.
• Obey the lifeguards at all times.

Steam & Sauna Room Rules

• Members ages 16 and older are allowed to use the steam room and sauna.
• Do not exercise or lay down in the steam room or sauna. 
• Observe a reasonable time limit of 15 minutes, then leave the steam room or sauna to cool down before returning for another brief stay. 
• Do not use the steam room or sauna if pregnant.
• Members with high blood pressure, heart conditions, or other conditions should only use the steam room or sauna for a maximum of 5 minutes with their physician's permission. 
• Members are required to pick up all belongings, including trash, when exiting the steam room or sauna. 
• Do not tamper with any sensors or equipment in the steam room or sauna. Tampering with equipment will cause damage to the steam room or sauna. Legal action will be taken for members who tamper with the equipment. 
• No public displays of affection. 
• No smoking/vaping in the steam room or sauna.
• No food in the steam room or sauna.
• Do not use under the influence of alcohol, tranquilizers, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or that raise or lower blood pressure.

Whirlpool Rules

• Caution: Pregnant women, elderly persons, and persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure should not enter the spa hot tub without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor. 
• Users must shower before entering the whirlpool.
• Do not use the whirlpool alone.
• Do not use the whirlpool under the influence of alcohol, tranquilizers, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or that raise or lower blood pressure. 
• Observe reasonable time limits (10 to 15 minutes), then leave the water and cool down before returning for another brief stay.
• Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting. 
• Keep all breakable objects out of the area.
• Unsupervised use by children is prohibited.
• Whirlpool is for members aged 16 and older.
• No public displays of affection allowed.

Lifeguard Certification Class

Event Details:

• Class Option 1: May, 16, 17, 18 (must attend each day)
• Class Option 2: June 9, 10, 11 (must attend each day)
• Ages: 15 years and older
• Cost: $160 for MAFC members, $250 for non-members
• Location: Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center, 2325 Hanover Drive, Monroe