Algoma Autism Foundation Family Swim

Pool Admission Policy:

*All children ages 7 to 13 received a red bracelet at the Front Desk.*

Children under seven years of age must be directly supervised (within arms reach) of a parent/guardian 16 years of age or older and are limited to the two small pools (no big pool). The acceptable ratio is one parent/guardian 16 years of age or older to two children under seven.

Children between the ages of seven to nine must pass the facility swim alone test. The test involves swimming one width of the big pool (20 meters) using a front or back stroke; demonstrating comfort in the water. If they cannot pass, they must be directly supervised (within arms reach) of a parent/guardian 14 years of age or older. The acceptable ratio is one parent/guardian 14 years of age or older to four children between the ages of seven to nine.

Children ages 10 years or older may swim without adult supervision.

Special needs individuals of any age should be accompanied by an individual knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their supervision.