Pool Information

Please note: As we start the swimming season, we will be working on an abbreviated schedule (during the weekdays) until all of our lifeguards are out of college and high school. Our high schoolers also have a very different schedule from prior years that presents a scheduling challenge. Rest assured we will open the pool as much as possible. Please feel free to call the Hethwood office if you have questions 552-5252. Thanks!

Huntsman	12 noon - 8:00pm
Briarwood	11:00am - 6:00pm Lap Swim Water Aerobics	6-7pm 6-7pm Tuesday & Thursday 11am - 12pm Saturday

Photo Id’s Are Required For Pool Patrons 16 Years And Over

Exception - Any adult with no PHOTO ID at all, may get a pool pin. They may be able to get a picture ID from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles for a nominal cost.

Who Needs a Pool Pin?

Children under 16 years old without a picture ID must have a new 2010 pool pin to enter the pool. Adults and persons 16 years (when you get a picture ID) and older are required to show a picture ID when entering the pool gate. Initial pool pins are free; however, a replacement pin is $2.00 and is nonrefundable. Please note that Hethwood dues must be paid prior to being issued pool pins. Parents can register their children for a pool pin at the Huntsman pool daily starting after 1:00PM. Pool pin registration will not be available at the Hethwood office to allow for the Hethwood staff to accomplish their daily responsibilities during the normal business hours.

Guest Policy

All guests must be accompanied and registered by a resident. Residents will be allowed to entertain up to three guests on any one day. Conduct of the guest is the direct responsibility of the resident. Guests are subject to the rules that apply to residents.

• Guests who reside within a 25 mile radius of Hethwood may visit our pools no more than three times within the calendar month; no exceptions. Attendance will be tracked at the gates.

• Guest fees are $2.00 and are paid at the pool gate. Children under 2 years are free.

• Half price discount guest passes may be obtained at the Hethwood Foundation office for out-of-town houseguests (proof of residency requested) staying for seven or more days. This pass may be valid for up to 14 days and will allow the out-of-town houseguest admission for one-half the normal guest fee.

• Residents planning a gathering of more than 10 guests are REQUIRED to contact the Hethwood office 7 days in advance, so that we may plan and provide adequate staff. Please see pool party rules for details.

Transfer of Privileges

Homeowners, if you have renters and you wish them to have the use of your recreation privileges you may forfeit your privileges to the renters residing in your home. The property owner must sign and complete a Transfer of Privileges form. Please contact the Hethwood office to obtain a form or for more information.

Huntsman Pool Party Room

Our pool party room has just been freshly remodeled for the 2010 season! It is perfect for the gatherings such as birthday parties. Our pool party room accommodates (with tables and chairs) a maximum of 20 persons. A refrigerator/freezer is conveniently located there to hold plenty of food and sodas.Arrangements must be made at least 7 days in advance. The rental fee for a 3 hour party is $50, and the damage deposit is also $50. You must be a resident to rent and use the pool party room.

We do not allow larger non-Hethwood sponsored pool parties due to insurance requirements, safety considerations, and to provide a pleasant atmosphere for our regular swimming members.

Swim Lesson Registration Information

All swim lessons will be held at the Huntsman pool unless otherwise stated. Registration in the form of payment, will only be accepted at the Hethwood office (100-H Foxridge). No registration will be taken over the phone or at the pool. Fees for residents are $25 per person and $35 per person for non-residents.

For more information, call the Hethwood Foundation office at 552-5252. Anyone participating in Hethwood swim lessons must sign a Hethwood Foundation Activity Form. A parent must sign for their minor children.

Cancellation Policy

Due to instructor scheduling, refunds are not possible except for medical reasons (must provide doctors note). In case of non-medical cancellations refunds can not be made. If a space is available in another class we will be happy to make a transfer from one class to the next with 7 days notice.

Hethwood uses American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim courses to teach aquatic and safety skills in a logical progression. We use Water Safety Instructors specifically trained in Red Cross swimming instruction. The materials is composed of six levels. Below are descriptions of the Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Instructors will make adjustments the first day of class if children are misplaced and if there is room in a different level class. Please make every effort to place your child correctly. Classes have a minimum of 6 participants.

Inclement Weather

Private lessons will be available at various times during pool hours. For more details or to schedule private lessons, please contact the Hethwood office @ 552-5252.

Private Lessons

Private lessons will be available at various times during pool hours. For more details or to schedule private lessons, please contact the Hethwood office @ 552-5252.

Schedule of Swim Classes: Monday - Friday

 

Water Aerobics & Mid-Day Stretch

Join us at the Huntsman Pool for Water Aerobics or Mid-Day Stretch. These classes are designed to give individuals at various fitness levels a great workout while having fun! Exercising in the water is also a lot easier on our joints than exercising on land! Prepayment and registration are required at the Hethwood office.

Mid-Day Stretch, August 9 - 27

Monday-Wednesday-Friday
11:30 AM-12 Noon
August 9 - August 27
*HUNTSMAN POOL*
$12 for Residents, $24 Non-Residents.
(Sign up by August 6 and it only costs $10 for residents)

Water Aerobics, August 10 - 26

Tuesday and Thursday
7:00PM-8:00 PM
August 10 - August 26
*HUNTSMAN POOL*
$15 for Residents, $25 Non-Residents
(Sign up by August 6 and it only costs $12 for residents)

Swim Lesson Class Descriptions

The American Red Cross has restructured the Learn to Swim program in order to provide an inclusive approach to swimming, as well as an increased emphasis in the areas of drowning prevention and water safety. Each class will incorporate Longfellow’s Whales Tales, which are age appropriate safety lessons.

Parent & Child Aquatics: Levels 1 & 2 (Child must be at least 6 months old and parent/guardian in water participation is required). Level 1 learning objectives include: learn to ask for permission before entering the water; learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner; feel comfortable in the water; explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes completely; explore buoyancy on the front and back position; change body position in the water with support. Level 2 learning objectives: learn to expect adult supervision when near water; learn more ways to enter and exit the water in a safe manner; explore submerging in a rhythmic pattern completely; glide on the front and back with assistance; perform combined stroke on front and back with assistance; change body position in the water.

Preschool Aquatics: Levels 1, 2 & 3 (Child must be at least 4 years of age). Level 1 learning objectives include: enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side; blow bubbles through mouth and nose; submerge mouth, nose and eyes; open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects; front and back glides and recover to a vertical position; back float and recover to a vertical position; roll from front to back and back to front; tread with arm and hand actions; alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front and back; alternating and simultaneous arm actions on front and back. Level 2 learning objectives are: enter water by stepping in; exit water using ladder, steps or side; bobbing; open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects; front and back floats and glides; recover from a front or back float or glide to a vertical position; roll from front to back and back to front; tread water using arm and leg actions; combined arm and leg actions on front and back or back; finning arm action on back. Level 3 learning objectives are: enter water by jumping in; fully submerge and hold breath; bobbing; front, jellyfish and tuck floats; recover from a front or back float or glide to a vertical position; back float and glide; change direction of travel while swimming on front and back; combined arm and leg actions on front and back; tread water using arm and leg actions; combined arm and leg actions on front and back.

Learn to Swim: Levels 1-6 (Child must be at least 6 years of age).
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills- Learning objectives: enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side; blow bubbles through mouth and nose; bobbing; open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects; front and back glides and floats; recover to vertical position; roll from front to back and back to front; tread water using arm and hand actions; alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front and back; alternating and simultaneous arm actions on front and back; combined arm and leg actions on front and back.
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills- Learning objectives are: enter and exit water by stepping or jumping from the side; fully submerge and hold breath; bobbing; open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects; front, jellyfish and tuck floats; front and back glides and floats; recover to vertical position; roll from front to back and back to front; change direction of travel while swimming on front or back; tread water using arm and leg actions; combined arm and leg actions on front and back; finning arm action.
Level 3: Stroke Development- Learning objectives are: enter water by jumping from the side; headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions; bobbing while moving toward safety; rotary breathing; survival float; back float; change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back; tread water; flutter, scissor, dolphin and breaststroke kicks on front; front crawl and elementary backstroke.
Level 4: Stroke Improvement- Learning objectives are: head first entries from the side in compact and stride positions; swim under water; feet first surface dive; survival swimming; front crawl and backstroke open turns; tread water using 2 different kicks; front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly; flutter and dolphin kicks on back.
Level 5: Stroke Refinement- Learning objectives are: shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke; tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely; front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming; front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly; sculling.
Level 6: Swimming & Skill Proficiency- Personal Water Safety learning objectives are to increase endurance while performing numerous stroke as well as numerous safety skills. Fundamentals of Diving learning objectives are to increase endurance while focusing on specific diving skills. Fitness Swimmer also works on endurance but includes familiarity with fitness equipment and a fitness program.

Lifeguard Training: Prerequisite: Must be 15 years of age and up. Must be able to pass pretest swimming practical and demonstrate 300 yard swim, confidence/knowledge of individual swimming ability, shallow dive, dive 9 feet, underwater swim and tread water for one minute. Course Objective: To learn and effectively utilize the skills and knowledge an individual requires to properly assume the lifeguarding responsibilities at a swimming pool, water park, or protected (non-surf) open water beach. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications are included in the course. (Fee and date - TBA) Please call the Hethwood office (552-5252) if you are interested and a class may be formed.

Swimming Pool Rules and Regulations

Hethwood has two great swimming pools for your enjoyment.
Huntsman Pool, 2631 Sheffield Drive, 951-9848
Briarwood Pool, 2210 Tall Oaks Drive, 951-9874

1. POOL HOURS

Huntsman	12 noon - 8:00pm
Briarwood	11:00am - 6:00pm Lap Swim Water Aerobics	6-7pm 6-7pm Tuesday & Thursday 11am - 12pm Saturday

2. RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANAGEMENT AND RESIDENTS

All persons using the pool or pool area do so at their own risk and sole responsibility. The management assumes no responsibility for any accident or injury in connection with such use. Persons using the pool covenant and agree with the owner or management to make no claim against the owner or management for, or on account of, loss of life or personal injury or damage to or loss of personal property.

3. IDENTIFICATION

All adult residents are to show a picture identification card when entering the pool area. It is our policy to ask everyone for proper identification, even if we know you. This is done to establish residency, treat everyone equally, and satisfy Fair Housing requirements. Adults, please have your ID ready when being admitted to the swimming pool. Children (or adults in certain circumstances) not having a picture ID, will be issued a pool pin by the Hethwood office. Pins are to be worn at all times upon entering the pool area. Initial pins are free; however, replacement pins (nonrefundable) may be purchased for $2.00.

4. GUESTS

All guests must be accompanied and registered by a resident. Residents will be allowed to entertain up to three guests on any one day. Conduct of the guest is the direct responsibility of the resident. Guests are subject to the rules that apply to residents.

• Guests who reside within a 25 mile radius of Hethwood may visit our pools no more than three times within the calendar month; no exceptions. Attendance will be tracked at the gates.

• Guest fees are $2.00 and are paid at the pool gate. Children under 2 years are free.

• Half price discount guest passes may be obtained at the Hethwood Foundation office for out-of-town houseguests (proof of residency requested) staying for seven or more days. This pass may be valid for up to 14 days and will allow the out-of-town houseguest admission for one-half the normal guest fee.

• Residents planning a gathering of more than 10 guests are REQUIRED to contact the Hethwood office 7 days in advance, so that we may plan and provide adequate staff. Please see pool party rules for details.

5. PRIVILEGES

If a resident is delinquent in the payment of rent, late fees, damages, or dues, pool privileges will be suspended. Residents that are not current may not use the facilities or be a guest under any circumstances.

6. POOL SUPERVISION

The pool will be in the charge of a qualified head lifeguard who will be under the direct supervision of the management. The pool staff has the authority to suspend any resident's swimming privileges due to rule, regulation or policy violation. (The suspension period may vary with the severity of the violation). Pool staff may request a swim proficiency test at any time.

7. SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN

• Children under 4 yrs. may use the wading pool only when accompanied and supervised by an adult.

• No child under the age of 10 yrs. will be permitted entry to the pool area without direct supervision by an adult or guardian (must be at least 16 yrs. old).

• Children, ages 10 yrs. and 11 yrs., may come to the pool unaccompanied by an adult if they pass the swim test (must be able to swim 25 meters with good form and tread water for 3 minutes) and have written permission from their parent. A lifeguard must give this swim test and has the appropriate form for the parent to sign.

8. UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY

Swimming is permitted only when the pool is open. Violators will face disciplinary action by management.

9. PROPERTY DAMAGE

The cost of any damage will be charged to the responsible party. Management cannot be responsible for loss or damage of any kind.

10. USE OF LIFE PRESERVERS, ETC.

Artificial flotation devices (water wings, inner tubes, etc.) may not be used at any time. U.S. Coast Guard approved personal floatation devices (PFD'S) may be approved, by consulting with a lifeguard. Floatation swimsuits may be used only if the brand is U.S. Coast Guard approved.

11. CLOSING OF THE POOL

The pool may be closed at any time due to inclement weather, equipment breakdown, or other operational difficulties.

12. DIVING RULES (where applicable) - This equipment is strictly for use at your own risk.

• Only one person may be on the diving board at a time.

• Diving is ONLY permitted straight away from the board. No diving toward the walls will be permitted.

• No specialty dives.

• Upon completion of the dive, swim to the nearest ladder IMMEDIATELY. Do not swim under the boards.

• In the interest of the majority, and at the sole discretion of the lifeguards, the diving boards may be closed.

13. FOOD AND BEVERAGES AND THEIR CONTAINERS

No intoxicants may be brought into the pool area. No food or drink will be consumed in the immediate apron portions of the pool area. Trash and refuse must be placed in the receptacles provided; please recycle. No glass or other breakable objects will be allowed. Coolers may be checked for contents of glass or intoxicants. Smoking is not permitted inside the fenced area of the pool. Ashtrays will be provided outside of the area for your convenience.

14. RULES CONCERNING HEALTH

• Before entering the pool, all bathers must take a cleansing shower.

• Admission will be denied anyone with skin abrasions, colds, coughs, inflamed eyes, infection or anyone wearing bandages. Bathers should impose this responsibility themselves, but if in doubt, consult the lifeguards.

• Swim diapers must be worn by any bather who is incontinent, lacks toilet training or is otherwise deficient in voluntary control of excretory function.

• Pollution of swimming pool is prohibited. Urinating, discharge of fecal matter, expectorating or blowing the nose in any swimming pool is prohibited.

15. DRESS

All bathers must wear appropriate swimming attire (bathing suit or wet suit). Dripping bathing suits in the building areas must be avoided! Cut-off shorts and other street apparel will not be allowed in the pool! Bathers must wear fully opaque coverings (refer to Town of Blacksburg Code Section 14-108). Thongs are prohibited.

16. RESTROOMS

Restrooms will be open during pool operation.

17. PETS

Pets are not allowed in the pool area. Pets may not be tied to trees, fences, or other structures in the Hethwood common area outside of the pool.

18. WHEELED RECREATION VEHICLES

Wheeled recreation vehicles, skateboards, roller blades, or skates of any type, will not be allowed in the pool area. Wheelchairs and strollers are permitted.

19. PHONES

The telephones located at the pools are reserved for emergency and staff business use. Pay phones are conveniently located at each pool for residents to make personal phone calls.
Huntsman Pay Phone number is 951-9848.
Briarwood Pay Phone number is 951-9874.

20. REVISION OF RULES

These rules may be revised or additional rules established at any time. Please ask office or lifeguards for a listing of additional pool policies and basic lifeguard guidelines. Questions regarding conduct or pool rules should be addressed to the Head Lifeguard or Management.

750 Hethwood Blvd., NW #100H • Blacksburg, VA 24060 • phone (540) 552-5252 • fax (540) 552-2830 • info@hethwoodfoundation.com

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