Wallingford Swim and Racquet Club Rules

The WSARC Rules are for the protection and safety of the members and their guests. The managers and lifeguards are present to watch over you while you are in the pool and surrounding pool areas. Additionally, the Board and managers request the cooperation of all parents and guardians in overseeing these rules. The WSARC Board and managers want the pool and tennis courts to be a safe place for everyone to swim and play.

All members and their guests should familiarize themselves with the WSARC Rules.

Section I – Pool and Tennis Court Operations

  1. The pool will be open from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. For specific pool hours, see the calendar provided via email to members or on the website.
  2. The pool may be closed for social, swim team, and lifeguard training events sanctioned by WSARC.
  3. The pool may be closed as necessary for inclement weather, maintenance purposes, or at any time deemed necessary by the Board, management, or the lifeguards for health or safety reasons.
  4. Enter the pool area through the main entrance gate, go through the left doorway, and check in at the front desk. Members must check in with their first and last names and have updated headshot photos in their accounts.
  5. Exit using the other doorway. Signs are posted to help with the flow of traffic.
  6. Unauthorized entrance to the pool area or buildings when the gates are locked is considered trespassing and subject to prosecution. The Board and managers may suspend privileges or membership.
  7. The tennis courts are available for members to use year-round.

Section II – Parking

  1. Park within designated areas. Fill the paved lot first and then the section by the basketball court.
  2. DO NOT park on the grass between the paved parking areas. Some vehicles have become stuck on tree stumps and roots. This area is roped off and is for overflow parking only.
  3. DO NOT park in front of or close to the driveway by the basketball court. This is the emergency vehicle entrance.
  4. With parking at a premium on very busy days, please be mindful of where and how you leave your vehicle.

Section III – Safety

For this section, a guardian is defined as someone who is 14 years old or older, supervising children, and is responsible regarding all aspects of safety. Lifeguards will not act as babysitters.

  1. Swimming is only permitted during hours of operation and under a lifeguard’s supervision.
  2. The Board, managers, and lifeguards are in complete authority. Disregard of a Board member’s, manager’s or lifeguard’s instructions may be cause for immediate removal from the pool and/or suspension of the membership.
  3. At no time shall a member or guest reprimand a Board member, manager, or lifeguard. All complaints or suggestions shall be brought to a Board member or the pool manager.
  4. Conversations with lifeguards on duty/on the stands is strictly prohibited.
  5. Baby Pool: Children in the baby pool must be under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian who is at least 14 years old.
  6. Baby Pool: The baby pool is for use of children under 6 years old.
  7. Turtle Pool: Inner tubes, pool noodles, and flotation devices are only allowed in the Turtle pool.
  8. L Pool: Children who have not passed their pool test must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times in the L pool.
  9. L Pool: Children 10 years old and under who have passed the L pool test are required to wear a WSARC band on their wrist or ankle in the L pool. If they have lost their band, they will be asked to take the L pool test again. Lifeguards will be looking for pool test bands.
  10. L Pool: If a child has not passed their L pool test, they are not permitted to go down the slide. Parents and guardians are not allowed to take children down the slide on their laps.
  11. L Pool: Absolutely no diving from the pool deck, except in the diving well in the 10-foot end.
  12. L Pool: Flotation devices are not permitted in the L pool.
  13. Tennis Courts: Children 10 years old and under are not allowed to be on the tennis courts without parent or guardian supervision.
  14. Tennis Courts: Shoes must be worn on the tennis courts.
  15. No running, pushing, dunking, splashing, or other undue disturbances will be permitted in the pool area or tennis courts.
  16. Members 13 years old and older may come unattended to WSARC. Proper behavior must be upheld, or this privilege will be suspended or terminated.
  17. No glass containers of any type shall be permitted on Club grounds.
  18. No pets are permitted within the Club’s enclosure.
  19. All disciplinary actions are at the Board’s, managers’, and/or lifeguards’ discretion.
  20. Abusive/offensive language will not be tolerated and will be grounds for suspension or membership termination.
  21. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed at WSARC. WSARC is a family-friendly club and an alcohol- and drug-free facility. Alcohol and drugs are prohibited on the Club’s grounds for the safety of our members and guests and in accordance with our insurance policy. If a member disregards this rule, they will be asked to leave the pool grounds. Serious or continued offenses will result in revocation of membership.
  22. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on Club’s grounds.
  23. Intoxicated person(s) will not be allowed to enter the Club’s grounds.
  24. All personal injuries, regardless of how slight, must be reported to a manager or lifeguard immediately.
  25. All persons use the pools, tennis courts, and other Club areas at their own risk. WSARC is not responsible for accidents or injuries. 
  26. No skateboarding or roller skating shall be permitted on Club property or in the parking lot.

Section IV – Health

  1. Any person having an obvious communicable disease (e.g., skin eruption; fungus; infection; eye, nose, or throat infection) may not use the pools.
  2. If you are ill, you may be requested to leave the pool area.
  3. Children who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers and waterproof/plastic coverings over the diapers.
  4. Soap, towels, and/or bandages are allowed in the pools.
  5. Food is not permitted in the pools, on the pool decks, or on the tennis courts.
  6. Trash and recycling must be deposited in provided receptacles.

Section V – Guests

  1. Guest fees are $10.00 per person.
  2. A maximum of ten guests are allowed per day on a membership. (Children 2 years old and under and adults who are not swimming do not require a guest pass.)
  3. Guest passes are available for purchase at the front desk. 
  4. All members entertaining guests must check in and register their guests before entering the Club’s grounds.
  5. All guests 10 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times in the L pool, or they must pass the L pool test and wear a band.
  6. Members may bring the same guest a maximum of three times per season.
  7. Members shall assume responsibility for the conduct of their guests and will be liable for any damage their guests may incur.

Section VI – Parties

  1. To be eligible to host a party at WSARC, you must be a member.
  2. Parties may only take place during operating hours and if a member has properly signed up and paid for a party.
  3. Fees for parties shall include the services of lifeguards, even if swimming is not the primary purpose of the party.
  4. For the costs associated with a party, members should reference the annual email about parties.
  5. The member/party host is responsible for the conduct of all members and guests attending the party.
  6. The member/party host must be present for the duration of the party.
  7. Parties over 25 people will need to be reviewed the Board and managers, and additional fees will be applied to cover lifeguards, set up, clean up, etc.

Section VII – Swim Lessons

  1. Complimentary group swim lessons are available for children 3 years old and older who have not yet passed the L pool swim test.
  2. To sign up for group swim lessons, members should reference the annual email about swim lesson sign-ups.
  3. Each group and session have a set maximum number of children. There will be no exceptions made to add children. Only WSARC managers may move children between groups.
  4. Before the group swim lesson begins, drop off your child at the designated pool to their instructor.
  5. All parents and guardians should sit away from the pool, preferably on the main grassy grounds or the deck. This will ensure the comfort of your child and the instructors.

Section VIII – Personal Property

  1. WSARC assumes no responsibility for the loss or damage of personal property.
  2. Please lock your vehicles and bicycles.
  3. Clothing, towels, bathing suits, or other personal items should not be left in the changing rooms overnight.
  4. Lost and found items will be put in on the shelves or in the bin outside the office.

Section IV – Summary

  1. Failure to comply with the WSARC Rules will be cause for suspension or expulsion from the Club.
  2. The Board and managers will address any questions as to the interpretation of the WSARC Rules.
  3. The provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Health and the Delaware County Health Department take precedence over any and all of these rules.