Leisure Swim Regulations
The City of Kingston's Recreation and Leisure Services is committed to safety.
Cell Phone and PDA Policy
Cell phones, cameras and personal digital assistants are not permitted in the fitness room, change rooms, pool deck or washroom in any City of Kingston facility.
Personal belongings and lockers
Small lockers are located in the front lobby of the building for valuables. The cost is 25 cents per use. These lockers are ideal for small items such as wallets, phones, keys. The lockers in the change rooms are available for daily use and you must provide your own lock. Locks are available for sale at the front desk. Lockers must not be occupied outside of daily facility hours, including overnight.
Pictures
Members of the public wishing to take pictures must consult the front desk for permission and sign a waiver.Tips for Young Swimmers and Parents
Children 11 yrs and older are able to swim without a chaperone but must complete a Deep End Test to enter the deep end.
Pool Closures: If a fouling occurs during a lesson the remaining portion of that lesson will take place on the pool deck. All other lessons will be made up at a later date. A pool fouling will cause the closure of our pool anywhere from 2-8 hours.
Healthy habits you can take to help prevent the spread of germs and reduce the number of pool foulings:
- Feed your children in advance, leaving at least one hour before swimming.
- Shower using soap and water before entering pool.
- Use the washroom before swimming.
- Children who are not toilet-trained must wear swim diapers made for swimming pool use.
- After using the washroom or changing a diaper, use soap and water to wash your hands.
- Do not spit in the pool.
- If you or your child are feeling ill please do not enter the pool. This is especially important for children in diapers.
- The sauna will also close or remain closed during a fouling.
