Aquatics Programs & Pool Facilities

Glenlake and Ebster pools opened for the season
on Saturday, May 24 • 10 a.m.
See the Playbook, May issue, for dates and hours for each pool, as well as how to sign up for pool parties, private lessons, swim camps, swim team, new swim team drills and season passes.

Pool Survey
Click on the link above to take the Pool Survey. When complete simply select the print button on the top left and mail it or bring it in to the address listed or email it by selecting the email button on the top right. Thank you for participating – your comments will help us serve you better.

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Swim Teams, Camps, Classes and Special Events Days
Look for up-to-date information on aquatics programs, classes, teams and special days in the Rec's Playbook program guide, available online and printed in the Decatur Focus newsletter.

Decatur Pools and Prices
Looking for a fun and safe family environment? Visit Decatur pools! The Rec offers a variety of summer aquatic programs. Both city pools are open Memorial Day weekend through early August. After that, Glenlake Pool is open on weekends only through Labor Day. Pools are managed by Sears Pool Management Consultants, Inc. For information call 404-377-7231.

Age	Fee
1 and younger	Free
2-13 years	$2
14-59 years	$3
60 and over	Free

Season Swim Passes . . . What a Deal!

Decatur has a no-refund policy. Rain checks will be issued for inclement weather, contamination and equipment failure only.

Pool Crew
Peggy Brodsky, acting program supervisor, tennis/aquatics, 404-377-7231
Maggie Hamilton, aquatics director
Kyle Packer, swim team coach
Annie Hamilton, assistant swim team coach
Craig Sears, Sears Pool Management Consultants, Inc.

Note: On Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day pools will close at 6 p.m.
Pools will be closed June 1 for staff development.

How to Reserve a City of Decatur Pool
404-377-7231

Decatur pools are a great place to host an end-of-the year graduation celebration, birthday party, family reunion or neighborhood cookout. Decatur pools are rented on a first-come basis. Patrons renting the pool must complete a reservation form and pay in full two weeks prior to the rental. Rates vary according to the number of people attending the function. The count includes all people walking through the door, whether swimming or just watching.

Pools Available for Rental
Pools may be reserved for private parties June 2 - July 29.

Refunds or rescheduling will be made available only if the city cancels the party due to inclement weather or when swimmers are unable to get into the pool due to contamination.

To keep pools safe we ask patrons to follow these guidelines:

• Large floats or inner tubes are not permitted, as they obstruct the view of the lifeguards. Water guns, throwing toys or other items that may cause harm are prohibited. Small floating toys or pouring toys are acceptable for tots. Safety of items will be determined at the discretion of the pool staff.
  
• Children may wear coastguard-approved PFDs with close parental supervision.
  
• Patrons swimming with children who wear diapers must use "leak proof" baby swimsuits, swim diapers, or diapers covered with snug-fitting plastic pants.
  
• Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to the pool and to supervise them closely while in the water. They are also asked to discuss pool safety rules with their children and to encourage respect for pool rules and pool staff.

For more information on general pool operations, swim lessons, pool rentals, Decatur Gators swim team or to make suggestions regarding aquatics programming, call 404-377-7231.

1. Experienced and trained professional staff.
2. Provision of a safe and clean swim environment for patrons.
3. Unlimited customer service
4. Service options including construction, renovation and consultation.

1. Group Policy
   Groups of 12 or more must have a reservation to assure adequate supervision and prevent overcrowding of the pool. To make a reservation contact the pool office at 404-377-7231 for approval of swim time and an appointment to complete a Group Swim Agreement. DRCSD programs have priority scheduling for group swimming. Call 404-377-7231, for more information.

1. Youth groups (day cares, camps, etc.) must have a 1 to 12 ratio of supervisors/counselors to youth.
2. If there are children under age 5 in the group, the ratio of supervisor/counselor to youth must be 1 to 6.
3. Groups must sign an agreement:
   • Come at a scheduled time only
   • Adhere to staff/child ratios
   • Provide general supervision of youth
   • Provide supervision of group belongings
   • Comply with all pool rules
   • Non-swimming counselors are not allowed in water over five feet deep

Failure to comply will result in termination of Group Swim Agreement.