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.

• Adult-to-child ratios:
  • Learner Pool: 1 adult : up to 3 children
  • 20m Pool (up to 1.5m depth): 1 adult : up to 3 children
  • 25m Pool and 20m Pool (1.5m–1.8m depth): 1 adult : 1 child (competent swimmer)
• 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

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.