Maple Hills Pool Rules

MEMBERS AND GUESTS USE THE POOL AT THEIR OWN RISK.

1.      This pool is not open to the public. Paid members only.

2. Access to the pool is limited to members in good standing with dues paid in full.

3.      All members are responsible for their guests and their guests’ actions.

4.      Proper swimsuits shall be worn in the pool.  See a lifeguard or Pool Manager if uncertain of swim wear.

5.      Admission will be refused to any person with an infectious disease, open sore or wound.

6.      If you have a communicable disease that can be transmitted by water or have been ill with diarrhea or vomiting in the past two weeks, do not use the pool.

7.      Swimmers with seizure, heart or circulatory problems are advised to swim with another person.

8.      Showers are required for all swimmers before entering the pool.

9.      Running or horseplay will not be tolerated in the pool area.

10.      Only approved toys or floatation devices will be allowed in the main pool. If pool occupancy is higher than normal, toys and flotation devices may not be allowed in the pool.  Lifejackets much be Coast Guard approved to be considered for use in the pool but the supervising individual must be within arm’s reach of the swimmer.

11.  Swim masks, snorkels, and fins may be allowed, but only if staff gives permission.

12.  Babies and toddlers must have a swim diaper that is fitted correctly to prevent a fecal outbreak while in the pool. It is recommended that an elastic plastic swim diapers be used in the pool.

13.  Diapers must be changed in the designated diaper changing areas.

14.  Dangerous weapons are not allowed in the pool premises.

15.  Smoking and/or Vaping is not allowed in or around the pool area.

16.  Intoxicating beverages or drugs are not allowed on pool premises.

17.  Glass containers are not allowed in the pool enclosure for your safety.

18.  Animals are not allowed in the pool area.

19.  Children using the wading pool must be supervised by an adult who remains in the area at all times.

20.  Non-swimmers must be accompanied by an adult or a teen who has passed the swim test. The accompanying individual must be in the water with the child and be within arm’s reach of the child.

21.  A swim test must be given to children 12 and under who want to swim in the deep end independently. Children under 12 may swim in the shallow end of the pool without needing a teen or adult present at the pool.

22.  Children 10 and under must be supervised by an adult (15+) at all times. Children 11 and older may attend without supervision if a signed waiver from their guardian is on file.

23.  If someone other than a legal guardian is supervising a child, a signed permission slip must be on file. Forms are available at the pool office or online.

24.  Only employees are allowed behind the desk and in the filter room.

25.  In any situation the lifeguards have the authority to enforce all of the rules to ensure the health and safety of the patrons at the pool. In any situation the lifeguards have control and must be obeyed.

26.  The emergency phone is in the office, with the pool address posted to the left. The first aid kit and AED are in the hallway between the office and bathrooms.

27.  Conversations with the lifeguards on the deck actively guarding should keep the conversation short as to not distract the guard from their primary responsibility of supervising the swimmers in the pool.

*Bathing caps are optional; however, we advise that long hair be bound or braided.

*No loitering in the bathrooms or the office.

*Exceptions may be made to rules for special events outside of normal operating hours.

If a person continually abuses these rules, endangers others, or otherwise becomes a nuisance, that person is subject to expulsion from the pool for a time to be set by the Pool Manager. In all cases where the offender is a minor a letter will be sent home explaining why the child is being expelled from the pool. The letter must be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to the Pool Manager.

Definition: A non-swimmer cannot independently swim one complete length of the pool non-stop.

The Swim Test

Individuals who have to take a swim test must complete the following without stopping or pausing:

·       Swim the length of the pool.

·       Tread water for 1 minute.

·       Must be able to exit the pool using the ladder or climbing out under their own power.

If anyone can not complete the Swim Test, they will not be permitted to swim in the deep end of the pool by themselv.es.

Revised 01/2025

To access facilities, such as the pool, you must have your dues paid in full and be in good standing. The pool system is updated on *May 1st of each year, so to avoid any issues, please ensure your payment is made by that date. (*It could take up to 2 weeks for condominium management to process payments of dues after May 1st.)

If you are planning to bring more than 5 guests to the pool at one time you need to contact the pool manager via email (PoolMapleHills@gmail.com). The pool needs to have ample time to ensure we have enough staff to patron coverage ratio in place.

Guest Passes:
Each household receives 10 guest passes per season. (1 guest = 1 pass = 1 visit).

• Guests must be accompanied by a resident.

• Additional guest passes: $5 per pass, or Buy 10 passes, get 1 free

• Passes do not roll over to the next year.10

If Air Quality is 101 and above, we will close the pool.

Click Pink Flower for

11 and up form

to come to the pool on their own