Pool safety and swimwear policy

Enjoy your swim safely and comfortably at Active Hartlepool.

Pool safety and admission rules

Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

  • Leisure Pool: An adult can supervise up to 3 children under 8.
  • Teaching Pool (water depth up to 1.35m): An adult can supervise up to 3 children under 8
  • Teaching Pool (water depth over 1.35m): An adult can supervise 1 child under 8, if they are a competent swimmer.
  • Main pool (water depth up to 1.35m): An adult can supervise up to 3 children under 8
  • Main pool (water depth over 1.35): An adult can supervise 1 child under 8 , if they are a competent swimmer

Other safety rules are as follows:

  • Flotation devices (e.g. armbands) must be worn by weak or non-swimmers.
  • Customers are advised not to swim if you have consumed a meal within the last hour, or have had an upset stomach.
  • Follow lifeguard instructions at all times for your safety.

Appropriate swimwear

To keep everyone safe and comfortable, please wear suitable swimwear:

For male adults:
✔ Swimming trunks or shorts
✔ Knee length shorts including board shorts
✔ Lycra leggings (Including below knee)
✔ Short and long sleeve close-fitting swim tops

For female adults:
✔ Bikinis or tankinis (thong bottom bikinis are not permitted)
✔ One-piece swimsuits
✔ Lycra leggings (Including below knee)
✔ Swim dresses
✔ Short and long sleeve close-fitting tops
 
For Children:
✔ Swimming trunks or shorts
✔ Swimming costumes
✔ Bikinis or tankinis
✔ Float suits / Neoprene "float jackets"
✔ Knee and elbow-length suits
✔ Swim nappies* - must be worn by children not yet toilet trained (available to purchase at reception)

Inappropriate swimwear

❌ Underwear or garments with offensive slogans or pictures
❌ Denim or heavy fabrics (including cotton leggings)
❌ Loose clothing or baggy shorts

Swimwear not made from chlorine-resistant materials may be damaged. Management reserves the right to determine whether swimwear is appropriate. 

Note: T shirts are not allowed to be worn when using the diving boards. 

Tip: Weak or non-swimmers should wear close-fitting swimwear (e.g. trunks or full swimsuit) to aid learning.

Pool hygiene

  • All swimmers must shower before entering the pool.
  • Do not swim if suffering from diarrhea or illness.
  • After diarrhea, wait 48 hours before swimming; after cryptosporidium, wait 14 days.
  • Swim nappies* must be worn by toddlers and babies not yet toilet trained. 

*It is also advised to wear a Happy Nappy™ on top of a swim nappy for extra protection.

Enjoy your swim!

Follow these guidelines to keep our pools safe, clean, and fun for everyone.