Aquatics and Safety

1. Bring a towel to sit or lie down on.
2. Exercising (including yoga) is prohibited in the sauna.
3. Do not pour water on the rocks in the sauna.
4. For safety reasons, it is recommended that you limit time in the sauna to fifteen minutes.
5. For the cleanliness of the sauna, food is prohibited inside the sauna. 
6. Tampering with the sauna functions is prohibited.
7. Please shower to cool off; Do not use the pool to rinse and cool off. 
8. Do not use if you have: Heart Disease, Diabetes, High/Low Blood Pressure, Skin Infections, Open Sores, or are Pregnant.
9. Warning: Reduce the risk of overheating:
   1. Exit immediately if uncomfortable or dizzy.
   2. Check with a doctor before use if pregnant, in poor health, or under medical care.
   3. Breathing heated air in conjunction with the consumption of alcohol, drugs, or medication may cause unconsciousness.
10. Clothing Policy
    1. Commercial swim attire or workout clothes must be worn while inside the sauna.
    2. No heavy clothing materials; Hoodies, Jeans, Sweats, Etc.

1. All users are expected to be responsible, courteous, and safety-conscious always.
    
2. No swimming or entering the pool unless a lifeguard is present.
    
3. No running on the pool deck.
    
4. No diving allowed.
    
5. Shower before getting into the pool.
    
6. Entry to the pool may be denied for any of the following reasons:
   1. Intoxication
   2. Open sores, wounds, skin infections, and nasal or ear discharges
   3. Any condition that may jeopardize the health and safety of participants
       
7. You must wear proper swim attire. 
   1. Allowed materials: Polyester, Nylon, or Spandex
   2. Not allowed materials: Cotton, Denim, Wool, or any other fabrics that shed fibers
       
8. Personal property should be stored in either the cubbies or lockers. The Campus Recreation Department is not responsible for lost or damaged items.
    
9. No objects may be brought into the pool that may risk injury to swimmers, patrons, or yourself.
    
10. No food or glass bottles allowed on deck or around the pool area. The only exception is water in a closed, non-breakable container.
     
11. Socializing with or distracting the pool staff is prohibited.
     
12. Spitting, blowing of nose in the pool or on the deck, and improper public displays of affection are all strictly prohibited.
     
13. Pool equipment is available for first come first served basis. Please use the equipment properly and return it to its proper place after use.
     
14. During high usage times, please share your swim lane with other swimmers. When there is more than one person sharing lanes, circle swimming will be implemented.
     
15. No person within the Natatorium shall behave in a manner that jeopardizes the safety and the health of others, including abusive or profane language.
     
16. Participants must abide by the decisions of the Lifeguard Staff. Failure to adhere to these rules could result in loss of swimming privileges.
     
17. If you have any questions or need clarification on any of the rules, please ask the Lifeguard on duty.

Whether you are a beginner, experienced, or professional, our swim instructors at SFSU are trained to run a lesson tailored to your needs. We offer lessons to those of all ages and abilities and will provide the knowledge needed from basic water safety all the way to stroke refinement.

How it works:

1. Book a swim lesson through the member portal under multi-visit passes.
2. ou will get an email from aquatics@mail.sfsu.edu informing you of what times we can offer your lesson and what you would like to improve on. Please reply to this and provide what you can.
3. Once the time and start date is set up, you will meet on the pool deck in swim wear and will be greeted by your swim instructor.
4. Please show up about 15 minutes before your first lessons so your swim instructor will have you fill out a preliminary form the first day.