ENCORE POOL RULES

Just before opening of the new season 2025
Opening Day Encore Pool Community enjoying the pool being open.

Encore Pool Membership & Rules – 2025 Season

Membership Requirements

  • Current Dues: Must be paid in full to access the pool.
  • Annual Updates: Photo and membership info must be updated yearly via your Online Membership account.
  • Database Status: Members must be listed as “current” with a valid photo on file.

For Renters:

A Landlord Permission Form must be on file. Get this directly from the association.

Pool Rules and Guidelines

General Safety

  • No running in the pool area.
  • Rinse off in the outdoor shower before entering.

Health Restrictions

  • No entry if you’ve had a cold, rash, pink eye, diarrhea, or other communicable illness in the past 48 hours.

Pool Attire

  • Hair longer than shoulder-length must be tied back.
  • Only proper swimwear allowed—no street clothes, inappropriate suits (e.g., thong-style), or underwear (even under swimsuits).

Children & Non-Swimmers

  • Non-swimming children who can’t stand in the pool must be accompanied by an adult—flotation devices don’t replace supervision.
  • Wading Pool: For children under 5 only. Quiet, passive play only.

Diaper Policy

  • All children must wear swimsuits.
  • Non-potty-trained toddlers must wear approved swim diapers—no paper or cloth diapers.

Pool Etiquette & Access

Gate Access: ONLY open the gate for your own family and guests.

Lifeguard Stand: For lifeguards only. Misuse = membership suspension for the season.

Adult Swim: 15 minutes each hour reserved for adults (18+). Children under 2 may stay in the pool only if held by a parent/guardian and within 1 foot.

Off season work being done at the pool, cleaning up the trellis!

Pool Access & Staffing

Staffed Hours

  • Pool hours will be posted at the pool.
  • Lifeguard and Gate Attendant are on duty during staffed hours.
  • All members must check in and out with the attendant.
  • Members must present their key card with membership ID for admission.

Non-Staffed Hours

  • No employees are present.
  • Admission is by key card only.
  • Only paid adult members (18+) with a valid key card may enter.

Minors & Supervision

Under 18 Without Adult Supervision

  • Not allowed during non-staffed hours.
  • Will be asked to leave immediately.
  • Member’s pool key will be deactivated and referred to the Board of Directors.

Unaccompanied Minor Rules (During Staffed Hours Only)

To qualify, a minor must:

  • Be 8 years or older
  • Be a current pool member
  • Pass a swim test administered by an Encore lifeguard
  • Have a signed Unaccompanied Minor Form on file
  • Agree to follow all Encore Pool rules

Special Rule for 14-Year-Old Members

  • May visit the pool without a parent when a lifeguard is on duty
  • May bring one guest
  • Must ensure their guest follows all pool rules

Gate Access

  • Members may not open the gate for anyone except their own family or guests.
  • Violations will result in key deactivation and Board review.

Key Cards & Membership

  • Original card will be deactivated upon report
  • One key card per membership per season
  • Activated after seasonal payment is received
  • Renters must submit a landlord approval form before receiving a key
  • Lost key cards may be replaced once for a $20 fee

These rules and regulations can be found in English, Spanish and Vietnamese