Pool Rules

• Obey the lifeguard at all times.
• Non-swimmers, regardless of age, should not go deeper than waist-high water.
• Please shower before entering the pool.
• Only Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices allowed.
• Walk while on the pool deck.
• No alcohol, tobacco, food, gum or glass allowed in the pool area.
• Diving is permitted only in water 9 feet or deeper. No flips or jumping in backward.
• Children who require assistance or a flotation device must have an adult with them in the water. 
• Y equipment is reserved for Y programs only.
• Swimsuits must be worn at all times.
• Members and guests of all ages must change clothes in designated locker rooms.
• Children who are not toilet trained must wear aswim diaper.
• An adult may supervise no more than two red band children at a time.
• Vulgar or offensive language will not be tolerated.
• The Y is not responsible for loss, damage or theft of personal items.
• Ages 5 and younger must be accompanied in the water by an adult within arm’s length.
• Ages 11 years andyounger must pass a swim test to go into deep water; however, swimmers of any age may be asked to takea swim test.
• No extended breath holding.
• Ages 11 and younger must be supervised by an adult.

Slide Rules

Lafayette and Johnstown Ys

• One patron may use a slide at a time.
• All patrons must wait until the Lifeguard permits them forward.
• Children under 12 must have a yellow band for shallow end slides and a green band for deep end slide (Lafayette Y).

Proper slide position is as follows:

• Feet first.
• Laying on your back.
• Arms at your side or crossed against your chest.
• Wait for clearance from the Lifeguard to enter the slide.

Diving Board Rules

Lafayette and Johnstown Ys

• One patron may use a diving board at a time.
• All patrons must wait at the bottom of the stairs until the last diver exits the dive well.
• Divers must walk up the ladder and jump off the board. No walking back and forth or unsafe hesitation.
• Only one bounce allowed on the board.
• Any flips, dives or jumps must be forward facing and out away from the diving board. No jumps or dives angled towards the side or other board.
• Children under 12 must have a green band.

Sauna and Steam Room Rules

Sauna at Boulder, Longmont, Johnstown and Cheyenne Ys. Steam Room at Johnstown and Cheyenne Ys.

• Limit use to no more than 10 minutes. Over exposure can cause fainting.
• Swimsuit or gym apparel is required. Flip-flops or aquatic shoes are allowed.
• Please take a shower before entering the pool after using sauna or steam room.
• Consult a physician before use if you are pregnant, in poor health or under medical care.
• Newspapers, magazines, jewelry, electronics and scented oils/perfumes are not allowed.
• Do not place items of any kind on the heating element.
• Ages 15 and younger are not allowed in sauna or steam room.
• Note that the Cheyenne Y steam room is in the Adult Men's Locker Room.

Hot Tub Rules

Johnstown and Cheyenne Ys

• Limit use to no more than 10 minutes. Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness or fainting.
• Remove swim caps to prevent overheating.
• No jumping, splashing or loud noises.
• Do not submerge.
• No more than 6 people in hot tub.
• Hot tub use increases pulse and body temperature and can cause changes in blood pressure.
• Using the hot tub after an intense workout is not recommended.
• Exit immediately if you become dizzy, uncomfortable or sleepy.
• Consult a physician before use if you are pregnant, in poor health or  under medical care.
• Ages 15 and younger are not allowed in the hot tub; ages 16 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• No camera or cell phone use while in the hot tub.
• Swimsuits must be worn, including bottoms for men's and tops and bottoms or one-piece suits for women.