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How to Practice Etiquette at Public Pools

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Because public pools are open to all, personal hygiene and a consideration for others should be top priorities.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Read and follow the specific rules posted at the pool.

  2. Step 2

    Shower before entering the pool.

  3. Step 3

    Wear a swimming cap, especially over long hair.

  4. Step 4

    Select a swimming lane based on skill level and speed.

  5. Step 5

    Stay in your own lane.

Tips & Warnings
  • Wear swimming goggles to help you see other swimmers.
  • Not all public pools employ lifeguards. Always use caution, whether or not a lifeguard is present.
  • Do not leave young children unattended at any time.
  • Do not urinate in the pool, and discourage children from doing this as well.

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blahblah29 said

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on 9/2/2008 i dont swim in your toilet, so go ahead and pee in pool!! i messed that up somewhere

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on 8/8/2006 Parents, lifeguards are not babysitters. When we have 500 other persons in our areas, it is difficult to see every person. Also, if a lifeguard asks you not to do something, please listen. Again, parents, watch your children. Parents who do not watch their children give lifeguards a heart attack. When we enforce a rule, please understand that we didn't make the rule, we are just there to enforce it. We get yelled at by angry patrons about 10 times a day, so think about if you were in our shoes before you yell at a lifeguard.

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on 8/8/2006 Keep your pets out of the swimming pool! Yes, it has been done and it's a very good way to make neighbors mad at you.

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on 1/25/2006 Another option (rather than circle swimming) is if you are in a lane with only one other person, split the lane down the middle so one person is on the left and the other is on the right. This way if you are going at different speeds you won't interfere with each other. Obviously this only works for two people sharing a lane.

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on 11/22/2005 Water Wings are not good for kids. They restrict arm movement and doesnt teach them proper technique for swimming. Float belts or lifejackets are better options.

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