Jambalaya Park Pool

Swim Test Requirement

All new swimmers must complete a Swim Test at the start of the season. This includes a 25-yard swim (one full lap) without help from coaches or lane ropes, and must be performed on the surface of the water—no underwater swimming allowed.
A coach will accompany each swimmer during the test for safety. Multiple attempts and practice runs are allowed to help swimmers get comfortable.
This test must be completed by the end of the first week of practice.
Swimmers who are unable to pass the test will receive a full registration refund.

Practice & Meet Expectations

• Swimmers are expected to attend morning practices regularly. Practices build progressively from stroke technique to endurance and speed.
• Participation in swim meets is highly encouraged. Swim meets are team events, and consistent attendance helps the team succeed.
• If your swimmer cannot attend a meet, please notify the head coach in advance.

Parent Volunteer Requirement

To run a smooth and successful meet, we require at least one parent per family to volunteer at a minimum of one swim meet.
Volunteer roles include:

• First-half or second-half timers
• Other meet support roles (details provided in the job sign-up form)

Pool Access & Safety

• No lifeguards are on duty during swim practices.
• Only swimmers scheduled for practice are allowed in the pool.
• The baby/shallow pool is closed during team practices.
• Coaches focus solely on supervising swimmers in the water. Parents are responsible for supervising younger children outside of the pool area during practice.

Weather Policy

Swim Practice

• Practice will be delayed or canceled during inclement weather, especially in the case of lightning or thunder.
• We follow the 30-minute rule: no one enters the pool until 30 minutes have passed since the last lightning strike or thunderclap.
• If heavy rain makes it difficult to see the pool bottom, practice will be paused until conditions improve.
• Only the head coach can make final decisions regarding weather-related cancellations.

Swim Meets

• The same weather rules apply to swim meets.
• Coaches from both teams will work together to determine delays, cancellations, or postponements due to weather.
• If radar or conditions suggest no safe window, the meet may be canceled and rescheduled if possible.

Chemical Safety Policy

• Coaches test chlorine and pH levels before each practice to ensure a safe swimming environment.
• Although Jambalaya Park Pool maintains excellent water quality, practice may be delayed or canceled if chemical levels are outside safe limits.