Lane Swimming

Child Admissions Policy for Competition, Diving / Learner & Leisure Pools

In order to help provide the safest possible environment for children to enjoy the many benefits of swimming, the following adult:child supervision ratios apply to the pools at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex.

Child Admissions Policy for Lagan Valley LeisurePlex:

1. All children under 4 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult / person (over 16 years), on a one to one basis, when using the competition, diving and leisure pools.
2. Children aged between 4 – 7 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult / person (over 16 years), with a maximum of 2 children being supervised by 1 adult.
3. The requirements of the Child Admission Policy means that for example, one adult will not be able to gain admission to the water with three children under 8 years, and that a child under 4 years and one between 4 – 7 years must be accompanied by 2 responsible adults.
4. Controlled sessions only(see below for definition of controlled sessions) – During the listed sessions one responsible adult over 16 years of age can accompany a maximum of 2 children under 8 years into the water.
5. Children must be 8+ years and able to swim without aids to be allowed in any pool at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex without adult supervision. 

Types of Controlled Sessions:

• Parent/ Guardian & Toddler sessions in the Lazy River (Monday - Sunday: 10.00am - 11.00am)

• Parent / Guardian & Toddler sessions in the Learner Pool 

Child Admissions Policy for Mission Inflatable Sessions:

1. Children must be aged 6 and over to attend a Mission Inflatable session.
2. Children aged 6-7 must be accompanied by a responsible adult / person (over 16 years), on a one to one basis, when attending Mission Inflatable sessions.
3. Children aged 8 years and over and able to swim without aids do not require adult supervision. 

Your cooperation is appreciated in helping ensure that the safest possible environment is maintained for children to enjoy our pools.