Pool Policies

MAKE-UP CLASSES & CREDITS

Make-up classes for group swim lessons are permitted once per session with a doctor’s note and approval from the Aquatics Leadership Team.
Make-ups are only offered if space is available. While we will do our best to accommodate requests, they are not guaranteed.
Credits will not be issued for missed classes.

PRIVATE LESSON SCHEDULING

Scheduling is based on mutual availability between the student and instructor.
Students must notify their instructor at least 12 hours in advance to reschedule.
Failure to provide timely notice will result in forfeiture of the lesson.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SWIM CLASS/LEVEL

Not sure which class is right for your child? Request a free swim evaluation to ensure proper placement.
Evaluations take just a few minutes and help instructors tailor instruction to your child’s ability.
Contact us at Aquatics Manager, Elik Hirsch, ehirsch@sjjcc.org for assistance.

WHAT TO BRING TO SWIM LESSONS

Children under age 3 (and older if not toilet trained) must wear a disposable swim diaper and rubber pants under their swimsuit or wetsuit.
Bring at least one towel.
Goggles are recommended and available for purchase at the Health & Wellness Welcome Desk.

PARENT/CAREGIVER GUIDELINES

You are welcome to remain in the pool area during your child’s lesson to help them feel secure.
Please avoid hovering over the class, as it may distract your child and interfere with instruction.
No spectators are allowed on the pool deck during swim team practice.

INSTRUCTIONAL POLICY

Outside swim instructors are not permitted at the JCC.
Only JCC-employed instructors may conduct private or group swim lessons.
Members and guests may not provide instruction, paid or unpaid, to others—including virtual instruction while on-site.

ESSENTIAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To participate in swim programs at the JCC, individuals must:

Tolerate the aquatic environment without signs of distress.
Enter, remain in, and exit the water safely without compromising their own or others’ safety.
Be toilet-trained, or wear leak-proof swim diapers/rubber pants designed for water use.
Be able to follow simple instructions to ensure safety and support skill development.