

Rules & Regulations
HPER Pool Rules:
Lifeguards instructions are to be followed at all times
Behavior that is deemed to be unsafe by the lifeguards is prohibited
No person is allowed in the pool without a lifeguard on duty
No person shall be permitted to use the pool without first having taken a shower
No person with an obvious communicable disease, skin eruption, cut, sore, or lesion, eye, ear, nose, or throat infection will be permitted to use the pool
No glass, food, or tobacco products are permitted on the pool deck
The pool phone is for emergency use only
All swimmers are required to wear a proper bathing suit (e.g. No gym shorts, bras, or underwear)
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Non-swimming children must always remain within arm’s reach of a responsible adult
When people are waiting for lane space, you may be asked to share your lane and circle swim
A lane is not considered full until there are four adults in the lane
No running
No horseplay, dunking, splashing, or spitting
No profanity
Excessive Public Displays of Affection is prohibited
Diving Board Rules:
Lifeguards instructions are to be followed at all times
Behavior that is deemed to be unsafe by the lifeguards is prohibited
One person is permitted on the diving board at a time
Only one bounce is permitted
Diving to the side is prohibited
Hanging on the diving boards is prohibited
No swimming under the diving boards while they are in use
Reverse dives and gainers are prohibited
Spa Rules:
Children under 16 are prohibited from using the spa
No person is to use the spa without first having taken a warm shower
Appropriate swim wear must be worn: thongs, cut offs, t-shirts, or boxers are prohibited
Individuals may not completely submerge themselves in the spa
Pregnant women, elderly persons, and persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure should not enter the spa/hot tub without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor
Do not use the hot tub while under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other drugs that cause drowsiness or that raise or lower blood pressure
Do not use at water temperatures greater than 104 degrees Fahrenheit
Do not use alone
Enter and Exit slowly
Observe reasonable time limits(10-15min), then leave the water and cool down before returning for another brief stay
Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting
Keep Breakable objects out of the area
People with open wounds or infectious diseases are not permitted in the hot tub
Public Displays of Affection are prohibited
Maximum number of people in the spa is 22
Steam Room/Sauna Rules:
Avoid using alcohol and medications before and after using a sauna.
If you have any medical conditions or are pregnant, consult with your health care provider before having a sauna session.
No shaving, oils and scented soaps are not allowed in steam room or sauna.
No children under of age of 16.
Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness,fainting or death.
For more info call: Pat Philippi at 554-2223
email: pphilippi@mail.unomaha.edu