Junior Swimming

Privileges

Pool privileges are available to all Members and Associates, as well as qualified Dependents and grandchildren under 21 years of age. For questions regarding privileges, please refer to membership section.

Member's Responsibilities & Obligations

All Members & Their Guests are Required to Comply with All Pool Rules as Posted.

Parents or their appropriate designee are responsible for their children at all times. Parents will accompany their children and provide adequate supervision to ensure the safety and enjoyment of the pool area. Children under 12 years old must have appropriate supervision at all times. A child unable to swim must be accompanied by an adult pool member who is also in the pool, in a swimsuit and responsible for the child’s care. The Pool Director may determine whether a child is allowed to use the pool.

Pool Rules & Regulations

Rules and regulations have been established by the pool committee and sanctioned by the Board of Directors to ensure your safety and enjoyment of pool facilities. The Pool Director and his staff are directed and expected to strictly enforce all rules and regulations. Violations of the rules or instructions of the Pool Director or his staff may result in the loss of pool privileges. Parents are expected to emphasize the importance of adhering to the rules with their children.

• Registration
  • ​All persons must register at the entrance before entering the pool enclosure.

1. Pool Procedure and Practices
   • Babysitters being used in supervise member's children must be at least 14 years old.
   • All perons using the pool facilities do so at their own risk.
   • The Children's Code of Conduct will be strictly enforced.
   • Use of the diving board shall be in compliance with the policies determined by the Board of Directors, General Manager, and/or Pool Director or his staff.
   • Breakable or other potentially dangerous materials will not be used within the pool enclosure.
   • Children under 16 years of age shall yield pool furniture to any adult upon request.
   • It is advised that parents review all pool rules with their children.
2. Apparel
   • Appropriate outerwear is mandatory when entering or leaving pool complex.
   • Bathing caps are recommended for persons with long hair.
   • Blue jeans, designer or otherwise, are not permissible in or around the pool area.
3. Lessons & Instruction
   • Instruction will be arranged through the Pool Director for all programs provided by the pool staff.
4. Deep End Use: Chip System​
   • Placing your child's safety as our top priority, we are enforcing a "Chip System" for swimmers 12 and under. Members and guests aged 12 years old and under must take a deep end swim test, administered by the Pool Director or other lifeguards, before entering the deep end/diving board area.
   • If your child fully passes the deep end test, he/she will be awarded a Blue Chip, which allows swimmers full access to all areas of the pool, including the diving board.
   • If a swimmer only passes part of the test, they will receive a White Chip. Swimmers who have earned a White Chip may only swim where the depth is four feet and below (competition pool area). Children with White Chip status may not use the deep end or diving board area, even when supervised by a parent or guardian. 
   • A large bulletin board with the system details will be placed under the awning by the ice machine. Each child will have a chip with their name on it. Upon entering the pool complex, swimmers will move their chip from "out" to "in." When leaving, they should switch their chip from "in" to "out." 
   • Your child or guest can take the deep end test as many times as they wish to try and achieve Blue Chip status. If a swimmer is struggling to pass, we highly recommend lessons or the swim team. 
5. Locker & Dressing Facilities
   • Towels, sunscreen, and lockers are available. The club will not be responsible for loss of personal property in the pool or locker room. It is strongly recommended that parents discourage their children from bringing valuables to the pool.
   • Provisions for diaper changing are available in the ladies' locker room. The changing of children in and out of their bathing suits should be done in the locker rooms.
   • It is understood that the locker rooms are to be used for changing and showering. Loitering and horseplay in these areas will not be tolerated.
6. Sanitation - New York State Law
   • Any person using the pool shall take a shower prior to entering the pool. Any person using suntan oils or lotions shall take a shower again prior to entering the pool.
   • No person with a communicable disease is permitted in the pool.
   • No person having a skin lesion, foot infection, sore or inflamed eyes, nose, or ear shall use the pool.
7. Housekeeping
   • All pool facility users are expected to pick up after themselves. Members and guests must be sure that all trash is placed in proper receptacles and towels are placed in appropriate bins.
8. Food & Refreshments
   • Membership charge accounts must be used for purchasing food or beverages.
   • Consumption of food must be confined to the area provided for that purpose. No food is allowed in locker rooms or the swimming area. Beverages are permitted at lounge chairs and tables.
   • Members and guests are not permitted to bring food or drinks onto Brookfield property, including the pool area.

Brookfield "Infant" Pool Rules

1. Please use changing table in bathrooms. Please do not change your child on the pool deck.
2. Babies are not allowed in the main pool without a Pool Diaper.
3. Please use the Baby Wading Pool for babies rather than the Main Pool if you are not teaching your child how to swim.
4. Parental supervision is required at all times.

Guest Fee & Limitations

Guests must be accompanied by a member with a fee of $6 per adult (ages 13+), $4 per child (ages 5-12) per day. No fees for guests ages 4 and under or grandchildren under the age of 21.

Upon application to the General Manager, house guests of members who reside outside Niagara or Erie counties may obtain pool privileges for $6 per adult and $4 per child per day, not to exceed two weeks.