All members, their guests, invited guests of the swim club, swim team members and all others who use the facility are required to adhere to the following rules.
When purchasing a membership, you will be required to acknowledge on the application form that you have read the rules, you understand them, and agree to abide by them. Any infractions will be reviewed by the managers and the board of directors and consequences could result in loss of membership.
2024 Rules and Regulations
Alcohol or drugs are not permitted on pool property. Anyone found with alcohol or drugs or who is believed to be under the influence will be removed and/or prohibited from entering the facility. Violating this rule a second time will result in membership, guest, or user privileges being revoked.
Smoking and vaping are NOT permitted on pool property. This includes the bathrooms, the steps outside the main gate, the top sidewalk, the grassy area between the bathhouses and Devonshire Road, and the parking lot. Violation of this rule could result in immediate loss of membership, guest, or user privileges.
Threatening, inappropriate, offensive, or any behavior deemed to be disrespectful or abusive toward any staff member, pool member, or swim club official will not be tolerated. Any violation will result in loss of employment, membership, guest, or user privileges.
Weapons of any kind are not permitted on pool property. Anyone found to be in possession of a weapon will lose their membership, guest or user privileges.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
All persons shall use the pool and facilities at their own risk.
No glass containers are permitted on the pool grounds.
Management has the right to close the pool or alter operating hours any time it is not cost-effective to remain open, due to lack of staffing, or for any other reason as needed to operate safely and/or efficiently.
No pets are permitted on the grounds at any time, except during the pool’s annual dog swim. Under titles II and III of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and PA law, only dogs that are trained or are in training to work or perform tasks for a person with a disability are recognized as service animals. A service animal is required to be under the control of its handler and harnessed, leashed, or tethered at all times, under federal law. The law does not include emotional support, therapy, comfort, companion or pet dogs, or other animals.
Indecent or offensive conduct, and obscene or profane language are strictly forbidden.
Only employees are permitted in the office, snack bar, and storage areas.
Standard swimsuits are required to use the pool. No street clothes of any kind may be worn in the pool. Modest swim attire is required.
Swim diapers are required for children who are not potty trained.
No person shall talk to or distract a lifeguard during their chair rotation unless it is an emergency.
Lifeguards have the right to regulate actions of swimmers, where they are permitted, and whether they can use the dives and slides, based on observed ability levels.
No hanging on rim of basketball hoop or dunking of basketball. Persons who hang on the rim or dunk will receive a warning for the first infraction. Persons who are told a second time not to hang on the rim will be suspended from using the basketball hoop for a period of time determined by a lifeguard and/or manager. Following a suspension, further misuse of the basketball hoop will result in loss of privilege for the remainder of the pool season. Persons who damage the basketball unit by hanging on the rim, by dunking, or by any other means will be responsible for repair or replacement costs.
Safety ropes (aka grab ropes), and buoys are located in the pool for the safety of swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Their placement is governed by PA health and safety laws and by the pool’s insurers. Pool safety equipment cannot be removed, moved, or interfered with under any circumstances.
Members or guests are not permitted to be in the pool area prior to opening except for active participants of swim lessons, swim team, or other events. Parents, guardians, and siblings must remain in the upper pavilion area or in their cars for the duration. Upon completion of the event, participants and their families must immediately exit the facility with their belongings. Those who are members and wish to wait for the pool to open must form a line outside the top gate. Loungers, chairs and umbrellas are not permitted to be used or saved. All other persons must return to their cars and promptly exit the parking lot following events.
Parking spaces marked for staff are reserved for staff.
Lifeguards will blow the final whistle at 7:45 p.m. to allow time for changing and cleanup in order to lock the gates promptly at 8 p.m.
No pushing, shoving, towel snapping, or annoying of other persons.
Food and refreshments must be consumed outside the concrete apron around the pool. Members must remove trash and debris generated by themselves before leaving the pool.
All non-swimmers must remain in the shallow side of the red-painted line, and persons are requested not to hang on the ropes.
Beach balls, Nerf balls, and flotation devices are allowed in the pool and grass areas at the discretion of the pool manager and lifeguards. Life vests and goggles are not permitted on the diving boards.
Lifeguards are empowered to request all persons under age 18 to take reasonable rest periods to avoid fatigue or overexposure.
The Devon Manor Swim Club shall not be responsible for any accident, injury, theft, or damage to personal property on the premises.
Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone with skin abrasions, colds, coughs, inflamed eyes, athlete’s foot, infectious disorders, ailments, or person’s wearing bandages.
Expectorating or nose blowing in the pool is not permitted.
Toilet facilities shall be used before entering the pool.
On the occasion of extreme temperatures, the pool may be cleared during adult swim for several minutes to allow lifeguards to enter the pool for a break from their chair rotations.
Only children 5 and younger are permitted in the baby pool, and they must be under the supervision of an adult or another responsible party.
Any member/guest found to violate the rules and regulations will receive a verbal warning from the lifeguard or management. A second violation will result in the suspension of pool privileges. A third violation will result in the removal of the member/guest from the pool. If the 3-strikes policy is enforced more than three times during the season, the membership will be canceled.
2024 COVID-19 Rules: Devon Manor Swim Club is licensed to operate by the PA Department of Health. We will follow all rules, regulations, and guidelines from the department and the CDC regarding COVID-19 mitigation.
POOL CLOSURES
Every effort will be made to keep the pool open throughout the designated operating hours. If there are less than 10 swimmers, pool management has the right to restrict access to certain areas of the pool, or to close the pool.
NOTICE TO MEMBERSHIP: Management has the right to close the pool or alter operating hours at any time it is not cost-effective to remain open, due to lack of staffing, or for any other reason as needed to operate safely and/or efficiently.
Members are encouraged to sign up for text or email alerts to be informed when the manager plans to close the pool or delay opening due to weather (see the RainedOut Alerts button on homepage). Members who plan to come after 6:30 p.m. are urged to call ahead to ensure the pool hasn’t closed due to lack of swimmers. Having an insufficient number of staff on duty may lead to pool closure at any time, especially the evening hours.
DMSC follows the weather safety policy set by the American Red Cross as follows:
The pool will close when the water temperature is 65 degrees and under.
Lifeguards will clear the pool for thunder (30 minutes outside the pool for each clap) and for lightning (30 minutes outside the pool for each strike).
Lifeguards will clear the pool when rain obscures their ability to see the lines at the bottom of the pool.
Lifeguards are equipped with walkie-talkies that receive NOAA weather alerts. If a manager or lifeguard believes the pool is in the path of a severe storm, lifeguards will require members and their guests to move under the upper pavilion or clear the pool and the grounds.
ENTRANCE
Members shall enter the pool grounds through the upper gate. Senior citizens and members who are disabled or handicapped may call ahead to have the lower gate unlocked for entry and exit.
Members, and their guests, will check in electronically at the first window of the snack bar during each visit to the pool. Membership status will be confirmed through our Member Splash member account database.
Members who are unable to upload photos to their membership account because they lack access to a computer or other technology should see a manager on their first visit to the pool to get their photo(s) taken and uploaded to their account.
Membership is non-transferable.
DIVING BOARDS AND SLIDES
Divers and sliders must be able to swim to ladders unassisted.
Diving is only permitted at the 6-foot end.
No person under 6 shall be allowed to use the diving boards, diving areas, or slides except under the supervision of a parent or with the permission of a lifeguard.
Use of life vests and goggles are not permitted on the diving boards.
Only one person at a time shall be allowed on the diving/sliding boards.
No diver or slider may dive/slide until the previous diver/slider has reached the ladder.
Excessive bouncing on the diving boards is not permitted.
Sliding headfirst is not permitted.
No person shall enter the diving area from other than the diving board or slides, except during designated free swims.
The deep well slide and high dive will never be open simultaneously.
Swimmers are expected to follow posted safety rules for the dives and slides.
GUEST RULES
A pool member must accompany all guests and check them in to the pool at the snack bar window.
Guests - swimmers and non-swimmers - are charged $10/person. Members can buy a book of 10 passes for $90.
Before arriving at the pool, members should purchase guest passes in advance by logging in to their Member Splash account. Guest passes may also be purchased at the check-in window.
Members are responsible for their guests and will ensure they abide by the rules and regulations of the swim club. Guests 6 and under and those who cannot swim by themselves or without supervision are not permitted to use the dives or slides.
Babysitter memberships are available for $60/person for the season.
Babysitting passes are available only to babysitters of member children ages 11 and under. Each child under the supervision of a babysitter must have his/her own membership.
ADULT SWIM
Adult-only swim will occur at the top of every hour, starting at 1 p.m., and last 15 minutes.
Children under 18 are not permitted in the pool during adult swim, with the exception of hand-held infants. Children who can support themselves with floats are not permitted in the pool during adult swim.
Children under 18 are not permitted on the pool deck during adult swim.
On the occasion of extreme temperatures, lifeguards may clear the pool at the top of the hour to allow staff to enter the pool to cool off. Staff swim will last no more than 5 minutes, and the time will be deducted from adult swim.
SWIM TEST
Children under 10 and children between 10 and 12 inclusive who have not passed the swim test shall not be admitted to the pool unless accompanied and supervised by a person 16 or older. The swim test shall consist of swimming twice the length of the pool without touching the bottom (except the shallow end turn) and then treading water for 2 minutes without touching the bottom or side of the pool. The swim test is administered by the pool manager or an assistant manager by appointment.
There is a 3-strikes policy for children under 18 who use the facility without adult supervision.
MEMBERSHIP RULES AND SUSPENSION
No portion of the membership shall be refunded after purchase.
Violating any policy, rule or regulation could result in loss of membership.
Management reserves the right to change initiation fees, annual membership fees, and guest prices as financial requirements dictate.
The pool manager, lifeguards, and staff are charged with enforcing the rules and regulations and are hereby authorized to suspend or remove any person violating the same. The pool manager and/or DMSC Board shall determine the duration of the suspension or cancellation of membership.
Devon Manor Swim Club adheres to a zero-tolerance policy regarding physical and verbal abuse. Any violation will result in termination of membership or employment. No refunds will be given if a membership is suspended or terminated due to a violation of this policy.
The cost of any property damage will be charged to the responsible member. This includes any malicious damage to the concession stand, pool furniture, or any other property on the pool grounds.
Any objectionable activities or items not covered in these rules and regulations will be judged by the pool manager.
Solicitation is not permitted on pool grounds.
PARTIES
Members must sign up to use the upper or lower pavilion for parties or gatherings during pool hours. Pavilion rentals are limited to no more than 2 hours. A $25 deposit will be collected at the time of scheduling. Any gathering of eight or more people requires a pavilion reservation.
Alcohol and/or drugs are not permitted.
No glass containers are allowed.
Non-member guests - swimmers and non-swimmers - are $10 each
For parties scheduled from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., lifeguards will blow the final whistle at 7:45 p.m. to allow time for changing and cleanup in order to lock the gates promptly at 8 p.m.
Members must ensure guests know the rules of the pool and the requirements for using the dives and slides. Guests who are 6 and under, and those who cannot swim by themselves or without supervision are not permitted to use the dives or slides.
All swimmers attending the party will receive bracelets that must be worn at all times.
Members will inform the manager of a guest’s special needs, disability, or handicap.
A form will be filled out with each child’s name, age, and responsible adult supervisors' names. Those adults must be on the pool deck while the children are in the pool.
The pool manager will keep a sign-up sheet in the office. Guests must fill out a waiver in the office before the party.
The $25 deposit will be refunded if the following conditions are met: the pavilion is vacated after the allotted 2 hours; pavilion and areas used by guests are cleaned of debris and trash; 24-hour notice is given before cancellation; and members and guests leave promptly (for evening parties, the event must end at 7:45 p.m. to ensure staff can lock the gates at 8 p.m.).
The $25 deposit will not be returned if the pavilion is not vacated after the 2-hour rental period; if the pavilion is not left free of trash and other debris; and if rental members and guests do not leave promptly (a $25 fee will be assessed for every 15 minutes after the 8 p.m. closing).
Members may hold a second party no less than 3 weeks after the date of their first party.
AFTER-HOURS PARTIES
The pool is available for rent for private parties on Friday or Saturday evenings from 8 p.m.-10 p.m.
Alcohol and/or drugs are not permitted.
No glass containers are allowed.
The cost is $325. Lifeguards will be provided for the event.
A deposit of $50 is due at the time of booking along with an estimate of the number of guests.
Payment of the $325 event fee is due before the party starts. The $50 deposit will be returned at the end of the evening if the member and guests leave promptly to ensure staff can lock the gates at 10 p.m., and the facilities and property are clean, damage-free, and returned to their original state. In the event of a cancellation, the $50 deposit will be returned if at least 24 hours’ notice is given before the event's scheduled start.
Lifeguards will blow the final whistle at 9:45 p.m. to allow time for changing and cleanup in order to lock the gates promptly at 10 p.m.
See a manager for more information.