Pool Rules and Regulations
We ask that all members of the Rockbrook Swimming Pool to be familiar with the Rules and Regulations detailed here. By paying the dues, you have agreed to all of the Rules and Regulations set forth by the Pool Board.
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Admission
Baby Pool
Community Service Hours
Diving/Sliding Area
Early Closing
Finders Fee
Flotation Devices and Pool Toys
Food and Beverages
Gazebo Rental
Guest Fees
Lost and Found
Membership Cards
Parking
Private Parties
Restrictions
Spring Worker Weekend
Suggestions and Complaints
Swim Team - Division "A"
Swimsuits
Unaccompanied Children
Volleyball and Wallball
Admission
Admission to the pool area may be refused to anyone when the health or safety of the other pool members is in jeopardy. This would include, but is not limited to: colds, cuts, eye infections, open sores, and intoxication. Swimmers are required to shower before entering the pool. This is especially important after using the volleyball area as sand can damage the pump and filter system.
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Baby Pool
The use of the baby pool is restricted to children 6 years old and under and must be accompanied by a member 15 years of age or older. Swim diapers are required for all children who are not toilet trained. Swim diapers will be available at the front desk for a nominal fee.
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Community Service Hours
Rockbrook Pool is a non-profit organization. High school students interested in earning community service hours by participating in Spring Worker Weekend or at the Fourth of July Party, should contact the Pool Secretary at swim@rockbrookpool.com.
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Diving/Sliding Area
Only one person is permitted on either the diving board or the slide at a time. Only one bounce is permitted prior to diving and there should be no diving or jumping towards the side of the pool. Swimming in the diving/sliding area must be approved by the lifeguard on duty.
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Early Closing
Early closing may be necessary due to weather, a home swim meet or at the manager's discretion. The pool manager may close the pool if a health or safety hazard exists. Home swim meet dates will be posted on the bulletin board across from the front desk, and on this web site.
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Finders Fee
Rockbrook Pool is offering $30 to anyone recruiting a new bond member. Contact the Pool Treasurer at swim@rockbrookpool.com for an application form.
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Flotation Devices and Pool Toys
Floation devices are not allowed in the big pool except on Family Fun Nights. Children with special physical needs may use floatation devices with the approval of the pool staff.
To prevent damage to our pump and filter system, and for the safety of our members, the following toys are not allowed in the pool: diving sticks, diving rings, and any type of hard balls. Other items may be found unacceptable at the discretion of the pool staff.
Life Vests and Swim wings, etc. are never allowed.
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Food and Beverages
Food and
beverages are not allowed in the pool and
within four (4) feet of the pool edge. Glass or other breakable containers,
utensils, etc. are not allowed within the
pool fence, pool room or bathhouse facilities.
Although
alcoholic beverages are not specifically excluded from being in the pool area, consumption should
be inconspicuous as to not offend those members who do not consume alcohol.
Consumption of alcoholic beverages is highly discouraged while swimming, diving
or using the slide.
Possession
and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted as long as the following
rules are followed:
A) Adults only, 21 years or older.
B) No
glass containers.
C) Responsible, discreet, and mature consumption
only.
D) Must use a Designated Driver.
E)
Violators will be asked to leave the Pool property immediately, and their
membership, guest, or day visitor status may be suspended or
revoked.
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Gazebo Rental
Members may rent the Gazebo for $50 for 2 hours. For specific details contact the pool manager. Forms are available at the front desk. A date will not be reserved until payment is made.
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Guest Fees
The use of pool property is limited to paid members and registered guests. Guests may use the pool when accompanied by a member for a fee of $5 per person per day. The guest fee on July 4th is $5 per person. There is no longer a limit on how many times you may bring the same guest. When bringing a guest, you must: 1) check in at the front desk. 2) pay the guest fee. 3) fill out a guest card.
It is important for all members to comply with the guest policy. Guest fees keep the member costs down and are an important source of revenue. Please notify the manager on duty of any unregistered guests. Any individual who is found using a membership card that does not belong to them will be asked to leave and the membership card will be confiscated. A baby sitter may use an adult's membership card only to bring the member's children to the pool.
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Lost and Found
The pool is not responsible for any loss of property. The lost and found is located on the shelves outside the boy's locker room. The entire contents are removed every 2 weeks and donated to a local charity. All pool members are encouraged to lock their bicycles.
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Membership Cards
Laminated membership cards will be issued once an updated census form has been completed and the membership dues are paid. Cards will be picked up by the member at the front desk starting opening day. Cards will be issued only to immediate family members living in the household. Members must present their membership card when entering the pool or admission to the pool will be denied. Replacement cards will be issued for a $5 fee. Contact the pool manager if you need a replacement card.
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Parking
Parking is available in the southeast school parking lot. However, please do not park in the 3 stalls closest to the school. They are reserved for daycare pickup.
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Private Parties
Members can rent the pool for private parties for a fee, for a minimum of 2 hours. Parties may be before or after hours on weekends, or after hours M-F. For specific details, contact the Pool Manager. Forms are available at the front desk. A date will not be reserved without a deposit.
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Restrictions
Fighting, pushing, hitting, spitting, etc. will not be allowed on the pool property. Anyone guilty of this contact will be asked to leave the pool property. Anyone guilty of this contact will be asked to leave the pool property or will be given minor grounds maintenance duties. Pets, bikes, skateboards, etc. are not permissible in the swimming pool area. For the safety of all pool members, no glass containers of any kind are allowed on the pool property and access to the front office and the pump room is limited to the pool staff. The Rockbrook Swimming Pool is a smoke free environment.
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Spring Worker Weekend
A $75 maintenance fee refund will be given to those families who contribute 4 hours in helping prepare the pool and surrounding property for the summer session.
You MUST work the entire 4 hour shift, signing in & out at the end of your shift to receive your refund. For safety and liability reasons, please do not bring your children (15 & under) to the pool during worker weekend. Be sure to sign in with a supervising board member to receive proper credit.
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Suggestions and Complaints
Your suggestions and comments are always welcome.
Please place your ideas in the suggestion box located at the front desk.
Complaints should be directed to the manager on duty. The manager will handle the complaint and inform the Board of the complaint and how it was handled. If you are dissatisfied, please contact any Board member.
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Swim Team - Division "A"
The Rockbrook Swimming Team competes in the "A" division of the Greater Omaha Swim League. For More information see Here.
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Swimsuits
For Sanitary reasons, a swimsuit must be worn at all times in both the big pool and the baby pool. Street clothes are not permissible swimwear. All diaper age children must wear a swim diaper at all times. They will be for sale at the front desk for a nominal fee.
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Unaccompanied Children
Children under 12 years of age must be able to pass a basic swimming test in order to be at the pool without an adult. The test will be administered by a lifeguard. A sticker will be placed on the back of the child's membership card to indicate that they have passed the test. Any child not able to pass this requirement must be accompanied by a member at least 15 years of age. After 5 PM, every child under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a member 18 years or older.
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Volleyball and Wallball
The Volleyball and wallball courts may be used by members of the pool free of charge. See the front office to check out a ball.
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