POOL CHANGES AND SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES FOR THE 2020/2021 SEASON

SPRA POOL & SOCIAL DISTANCING RULES
(All current pool rules & regulations will be enforced)

The Center for Disease Control reports there is no evidence that COVID-19 can spread to people through the water used in swimming pools.  For the safety of its member/owners, SPRA will maintain the highest standards for proper pool operation and sanitation.

​Given the contagious nature of COVID-19, all SPRA members who choose to visit and enjoy SPRA’s facilities this summer acknowledge that they understand and voluntarily accept the inherent risk of exposure to the coronavirus.  For their own safety and the safety of others, SPRA members MUST adhere to SPRA’s Social Distancing Rules & Procedures, as mandated by the CDC and the Pennsylvania and Centre County Health Departments.

​DO NOT COME TO THE POOL if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. Symptoms include, but are not limited to: a fever, coughing, difficulty breathing, or any other symptoms associated with coronavirus as defined by the CDC.

DO NOT COME TO THE POOL if you have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 14 days or if you are at high risk of severe illness from the virus.

EVERYONE HAS A ROLE TO PLAY IN SLOWING THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 AND PROTECTING THEMSELVES, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THEIR  COMMUNITY.

Social distancing is a set of actions taken to stop or slow the spread of a highly contagious disease. The goal of social distancing is to limit face-to-face contact to decrease the spread of illness among people in community settings. 

Attendance will be limited to bond holding individuals; no guests will be permitted until further notice.

Parents and chaperones of children, not lifeguards, will be responsible to monitor and enforce social distancing of their children while in the pool.

SPRA Board reserves the right to modify these rules and policies as necessary.

​TO FOLLOW CDC GUIDELINES: 

  • Please use spray hand sanitizer upon entering the gate and before checking in painted dolphins will designate 6 ft distancing guidelines
  • Free standing sinks will be placed outside the pool house for you to wash hands as needed
  • Practice 6 ft social distancing with non-family members
  • Spray bottles of hand sanitizer will be available for member use
    • In various areas of pool
    • Use as needed
  • Disinfectant wipes will be available for member use
    • Placed at stations under pavilion
    • Upon request from snack bar
  • Red Wrist Bands will be made available to all members:
    • Wear if you want to identify yourself as a higher risk individual
    • Wear if you want others to identify your wish to adhere to strict physical distancing guideline
    • Others should recognize and respect the boundaries of anyone wearing red wristband

FACIAL COVERINGS 

  • ​We recommend members use masks when interacting with staff, however masks should not be worn in the pool.

​POOL HOURS

  • Pool will open at 11:30 AM – 8 PM everyday for general swimming.
  • NOTE:  from 11:30-12 the main part of the pool will be in use by lap swimmers.

SNACK BAR, POOLHOUSE & LAWN

The Snack Bar 

  • Will only offer drinks for the 2020 Season. 
  • Cash is preferred, but we can set up accounts, as in the past.
  • You are encouraged to bring snacks and beverages as drinking fountains, water coolers, and ice will not be available.
  • No glass containers of any kind permitted. Please use plastic food and beverage containers.  
  • Please remember to clean up after yourself as a courtesy to the staff.

​Locker Rooms will remain open with the following restrictions:

  • Maximum of 2 people in the locker room at one time
  • Please wait outside until it’s available
  • Take your belongings with you when you leave
  • Only shower if absolutely necessary

Bathrooms:

  • We request that a parent/caregiver accompany a child (when possible)
  • Maximum of 2 non-family members in the bathroom at any time
  • Wash hands before exiting
  • Use the wipes to wipe down touched surfaces
  • Employees will sanitize throughout the day

Chairs:

  • Will be sanitized on a regular basis and stacked at both ends of the pool for pick up (similarly to carts at the grocery stores).
  • Please return your chair to the “used” zone near the exit upon leaving the pool.

​Picnic Tables:

  • Will be available
  • Keep in mind physical distancing guidelines (unless family members are sitting together)
  • Disinfectant and paper towels will be available at tables
  • Please dispose of all trash and clean the table when you’re finished

CHANGES TO PROGRAMMING & ACTIVITIES

​Central PA Parks & Rec (CPSL) has suspended the competitive Swim Programming for the 2020 season.  We are currently considering a SPRA Swim Camp, which would offer swim training and conditioning programming as an alternative.  Target start date would be June 22.  Look for more info to come from Swim Team parents.  New families should contact spraconcessions@gmail.com.

Group swim lessons are suspended for 2020. Members can sign up for private lessons thru your SPRA member account.  Swim lessons will be by sign-up only.  Up to date information will be listed at https://www.sprapool.com/swim-lessons/

  • Lessons will be held from 10:00- 10:30 and 10:30 –11:00 M-F.
  • Private lessons are $20.00 per 30 minute lesson.
  • Additional lessons may be offered based on demand.
  • There will be a maximum of 2 lessons per lane.
  • Swim lessons will be by sign-up only.
  • Pool Activities which involve multiple people interacting in close proximity, are not permitted. All other pool rules will be enforced.
  • Rafts will NOT be allowed.
  • Grills are available to rent for $10.  Fee covers cleaning the grill.
  • No pool toys will be available. Members may bring their own toys when visiting. Please remember to take your toys home at the end of your visit.  Anything left behind will be deposited in the trash at the end of the day.​

Unfortunately, all other social programming will be suspended until further notice.

ADULT SWIMS & LAP SWIMMING

No adult swims will be scheduled until further notice.

Lap swimming will be available by signing up through your SPRA Member Account.

  • Reservations can be made on a weekly basis.  Sign-ups will open up on Sundays for the week.
  • As a courtesy, as you’re signing up, please remember that there are many lap swimmers who want a lane.
  • Swimmers will be limited to sign up for five sessions per week
  • A session is one 30 minute block OR two consecutive blocks ,total of 1 hour
  • Swimmer may sign up for one session per day with a maximum of 5 sessions per week
  • Non reserved lanes can be used on a first-come/first-serve basis, and don’t count against your 3 sessions.

MORE information to come as we set up the reservation system.

  • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm every day (8 lanes)
  • 12:00-1:00 (3 lanes)
  • 1:00-8:00 (2 lanes, or more, depending on conditions)
  • 1 person/lane (unless joined by a family member)
  • Pool has kickboards and pull buoys available (sanitized after use).  Swimmers may bring their own equipment.  

WHY PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING?

COVID-19 spreads mainly among people who are in close contact (within about 6 feet) for a prolonged period. Spread happens when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, and droplets from their mouth or nose are launched into the air and land in the mouths or noses of people nearby. The droplets can also be inhaled into the lungs. Recent studies indicate that people who are infected but do not have symptoms likely also play a role in the spread of COVID-19.

​It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or eyes. However, this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads. COVID-19 can live for hours or days on a surface, depending on factors such as sunlight, humidity, and the type of surface. Social distancing helps limit opportunities to come in contact with contaminated surfaces and infected people outside the home.

​Although the risk of severe illness may be different for everyone, anyone can get and spread COVID-19. Everyone has a role to play in slowing the spread and protecting themselves, their family, and their community.

EVERYONE HAS A ROLE TO PLAY IN SLOWING THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 AND PROTECTING THEMSELVES, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THEIR COMMUNITY.

HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF COVID-19