Vineyard Mountain Swim Club Pool Rules and Regulations

These rules are intended to provide for the safe enjoyment of the pool by all members.  As a member you are encouraged to request others to abide by these rules.

Please review these rules with all members of your family!

Operating Schedule:

During peak season, pool hours are daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. Quiet hour is 9-10 PM. The pool is under video surveillance at all times and the gate will be locked at 10 PM. The Benton County Sheriff will be called to investigate trespassers.

General Rules:

1. There is NO lifeguard on Duty. All persons using the pool do so at their own risk
2. Quiet hours are 9 PM to 10 PM.
3. State law requires a child under 14 years of age to be accompanied by an adult (18 yrs. of age or older). The adult must constantly supervise their children while the kids are in the pool.
4. Members and any guests are required to sign-in when entering the pool area. 
5. Only the use or audio/music devices such as radios, CD players, MP3 players, etc, with headphones is permitted.
6. The playing of games or other activities should not interfere with the enjoyment of the pool by other members. See health and safety rules below.
7. Use of pool furniture for any purpose other than their intended use is prohibited. 
8. No food allowed within 3 feet of the pool.
9. No alcoholic beverages allowed.
10. VMSC facilities are tobacco-free. Smoking and other tobacco use is prohibited indoors and outdoors of the facilities and on the grounds. In addition to cigarettes and cigars, the use of smokeless tobacco products and electronic cigarettes are also prohibited.
11. Showers are mandatory before entering the pool. Outdoor showers are available for use.
12. Keep out of the way of lap swimmers.

 Safety and Health Rules:

1. No running and pushing. No throwing others into the pool.
2. If you are exhibiting any COVID symptoms, such as: Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, please do not come to the pool.
3. No person with skin rash, open sores, or an infectious disease shall enter the pool.
4. Glass and chewing gum are not allowed within the fenced area. No glass water bottles.
5. No pets are allowed within the fenced pool area.
6. Life rings and other safety equipment may not be used for play.
7. Please speak up if others are not following these rules, or contact a Board member.

Context:

VMSC has 70 memberships and over 300 members.  Our priority is recreational swimming opportunities for all families, ages and abilities.  Afternoons and evenings tend to be busiest.  Members are responsible for guests following the rules.

1. Maximum guests per household are 3 per day and 12 per month.
2. An adult, 18 and over, may bring up to 3 guests at one time.
3. Unaccompanied 14-17 year olds may have one guest per membership unit and this counts toward the daily and monthly limit.
4. Members are responsible to ensure that guests follow all pool rules and sign in.

 Guest hours:

• Sundays and Mondays:        9 AM to close
• Tuesdays through Saturdays:    9 AM to 2 PM 

Updated April 2022