Originally Posted by bumpygreens (Post 1751805)

The pool isn't the problem. There is plenty of evidence that the chlorine and bromine used in a well maintained pool inactivates the virus. Gate latches, restrooms and chairs are the concern. We all know how to social distance, and we should all know how to deal with the minor risk of a possibly contaminated surface by now.

Originally Posted by Robbie0723 (Post 1751822)

Additionally there is the dilution effect from the wind and water and UV inactivation from the sun. I've seen no evidence of infection traced to an outdoor environment.

Surface contact as you say would be the greatest risk. Maybe have people bring their own chairs and hand sanatizer.

Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 1751815)

I have always been told, and I believe it is good to be out and about with people unless you are immune challenged. Before Covid-19 I NEVER once wiped down a grocery cart and every week I was at Laurel Manor with four different groups of people. I never flinched if someone sneezed and I sort of was "ouchy" around germaphobes.

But this, My friend is a horse of a different color. And the few statistics we can trust indicate that the age group living in The Villages is the most at risk. Are we sure the pool water is killing all of those teeny tiny virus bastards?

You go ahead, you and your wife. BUT PLEASE don't call others "paranoid".

Originally Posted by billethkid (Post 1751818)

They aren't closed to accommodate the fearful.
Establishments and activities where social distancing cannot or WON'T be maintained are the main reason for the closures.

Just like the one in one out and one way traffic in grocery stores......is not for the fearful.

The needed separation would most likely not be attained if left up to individuals to make their own judgement.

Originally Posted by Robbie0723 (Post 1751822)

Additionally there is the dilution effect from the wind and water and UV inactivation from the sun. I've seen no evidence of infection traced to an outdoor environment.

Surface contact as you say would be the greatest risk. Maybe have people bring their own chairs and hand sanatizer.

Originally Posted by B767drvr (Post 1751470)

You're drawing an arbitrary line in a swimming pool situation, so I have a few questions:

When are you going to get your hair cut?

When exactly will you feel safe having a stranger touch you and enter your "personal space"? Manicures/pedicures? Spa treatments, massages?

Do you ever intend to visit another doctor? Dentist? Eye exam? Has your vision changed and what do you intend to do to address it if it has? How about dental cleaning?

When can children play together again? Attend class in person? Play sports? Act in plays? Play in bands? Dance together? Can colleges resume classes? Dining halls open? Dormitories?

Is air travel safe? How about cruise ships/ferries/water taxis? Can you attend a professional sporting event in a stadium or arena? When can amusement parks and national parks open? How about beaches?

Restaurants? Are they viable business models with only one third of their tables open due to social distancing guidelines? How about bars? Live theatre?

These questions are literally endless...

Originally Posted by Mleeja (Post 1752059)

I can see it now. The pools reopen and all are playing nice by maintaining proper social distancing. Someone sneezes and everyone jumps into the pool at the same time!

Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 1751839)

It just takes ONE.

It isn't like...well, we got most of those with the hand sanitizer...……………….

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1751733)

I don't know about that. I swim laps and I have missed being able to swim but, there is not 6 feet distance between lanes. There is also not 6 feet distance for walkers in the sports pools and certainly not in the neighborhood pools. It is like passing people in the aisles in a grocery store only without masks on.

Originally Posted by Fredster (Post 1752113)

My experience is based on going to an adult pool near my home. I don’t think you are supposed to do laps in an adult pool. Plus I personally know the small number of people that used the pool in the mornings I would be there, and they all are responsible considerate adults!

Originally Posted by ficoguy (Post 1752040)

When our snowbird friends head back home

Originally Posted by Chatbrat (Post 1751480)

If its not a necessity wait, till the #'s really go down--what does another 30 days mean, in the big picture--the Admiral can't wait to swim again, may have to put an anchor on her.

Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1752747)

Beginning Monday May 4, 2020 the Country Club Pools will re-open. All current Country Club Pool Guidelines will be in effect. Additionally, the following guidelines will be implemented to safely reopen the pools:
 Pool Hours will be from 9:00a.m. to 8:00p.m.
 Seating is limited. Guests will be allowed to enter each time an individual leaves the pool area, not to
exceed recommended capacities to maintain social distancing.
 Pool Ambassadors will monitor the gate.
 Please limit swim time to 1 hour.
 The Jacuzzi pools will be closed until further notice.

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1752120)

You are correct.....swimming laps in a neighborhood pool is not permitted, although I have seen a couple of people who swim laps in our neighborhood pool. I don't really frequent the neighborhood pool as I am a swimmer and go to the sports pools. I was referring to folks who walk in neighborhood pools. Social distancing is not a option because only half the pool is walkable. The other half is too deep to walk so walkers wind up close to each other.

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1752810)

What are Jacuzzi pools?

Originally Posted by Shbullet (Post 1752811)

Just curious, where does it say swimming laps in a swimming pool is not permitted. i can tell you where it says walking clubs in a pool are not permitted.......Imagine, most swimmers swim laps in a neighborhood pool for about 15 - 20 minutes and Ive seen
walkers in pools for over 2 hrs and never leave for a p..... break...

Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1752747)

Beginning Monday May 4, 2020 the Country Club Pools will re-open. All current Country Club Pool Guidelines will be in effect. Additionally, the following guidelines will be implemented to safely reopen the pools:
 Pool Hours will be from 9:00a.m. to 8:00p.m.
 Seating is limited. Guests will be allowed to enter each time an individual leaves the pool area, not to
exceed recommended capacities to maintain social distancing.
 Pool Ambassadors will monitor the gate.
 Please limit swim time to 1 hour.
 The Jacuzzi pools will be closed until further notice.

Originally Posted by Mleeja (Post 1752854)

Here are the the Recreation Center guidelines for Adult Pools. Like everything else, it is open to your interpretation. The guide lines does not forbid swimming.
“ Neighborhood (Adult) Pools

Pools for residents and guests who are 30 years of age and over.
Equipment is located in the pool storage closet.
Noodles, unbreakable masks and goggles are the only items allowed in the pool.
The Recreation Dept. strives to make the pools safe for everyone’s use and enjoyment. The neighborhood adult pools are intended for refreshing socialization and non-organized/scheduled activities. Regularly scheduled water exercise groups are encouraged to use the sports pool for this purpose. Please contact your nearest regional recreation center and we’ll get you started.”

Also, you can walk in the sports pools.
“... Sport pools are designated for exercise programming... Open exercise and walk – no lanes or program leader. General exercise, walking and swimming.”

Originally Posted by CWGUY (Post 1752813)

:icon_wink: They probably mean the hot tubs . Except for the Southside Pool which has one (I'm sure you don't know where that is) they are at some of the Priority Pools ( which were just explained to you recently) not all. :ho:

Originally Posted by Mleeja (Post 1752854)

Here are the the Recreation Center guidelines for Adult Pools. Like everything else, it is open to your interpretation. The guide lines does not forbid swimming.
“ Neighborhood (Adult) Pools

Pools for residents and guests who are 30 years of age and over.
Equipment is located in the pool storage closet.
Noodles, unbreakable masks and goggles are the only items allowed in the pool.
The Recreation Dept. strives to make the pools safe for everyone’s use and enjoyment. The neighborhood adult pools are intended for refreshing socialization and non-organized/scheduled activities. Regularly scheduled water exercise groups are encouraged to use the sports pool for this purpose. Please contact your nearest regional recreation center and we’ll get you started.”

Also, you can walk in the sports pools.
“... Sport pools are designated for exercise programming... Open exercise and walk – no lanes or program leader. General exercise, walking and swimming.”

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1752937)

"Refreshing socialization" can not be done when swimming. In fact, there is no socializing at all when swimming. This wording of "refreshing socialization" is a round about way of saying "No Swimming" in the neighborhood pools. Just my take. Anyone agree with the way I read it?

Originally Posted by Shbullet (Post 1752811)

Just curious, where does it say swimming laps in a swimming pool is not permitted. i can tell you where it says walking clubs in a pool are not permitted.......Imagine, most swimmers swim laps in a neighborhood pool for about 15 - 20 minutes and Ive seen
walkers in pools for over 2 hrs and never leave for a p..... break...

Originally Posted by Love2Swim (Post 1752974)

Really? I can't imagine swimming laps in a neighborhood pool, they are so short. Most lap swimmers I know swim at the Sport pools, and swim for about an hour. My concern would be when swimmers take a break at one end of the pool, and another swimmer is in the lane next to them taking a break. They are not six feet apart. Plus, if people use the locker rooms, IMHO, the locker rooms and shower areas have surfaces people would touch which would become contaminated.

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1751735)

Do you realize swimmers blow out air into the water when they swim? That is what makes bubbles in the water. If you swim the proper way, you take in air as you turn your head to the side, then place your face in the water to blow out the air either through the nose, mouth or both.

Originally Posted by jebartle (Post 1753070)

True BUT we have swimmers that take in mouth full of water and then spit it out.

Originally Posted by Fredster (Post 1753204)

I use a pool for walking and exercising since it is easy on my arthritis.
That being the case I don’t go to sports pools which I understand
are more conducive to organized pool activities like water volleyball, aerobics etc. plus those that want to swim laps.
When I’ve been at my local adult pool,
occasionally a person will come that wants to swim some laps.
And pretty much without exception others and myself who are walking will adjust our pace and movements to accommodate them, since they only do laps for a short time.
Maybe I’m unusually fortunate, but my local pool users are a very considerate group.
No matter what activities one chooses to participate in TV
it is always good to play nice together!

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 1752946)

If it weren't for the part that says "and non-organized/scheduled activities" I'd agree with you. But there's that part that says "and non-organized/scheduled activities" so no, you would be incorrect, and there's really not all that much room for interpretation.

The point is that they don't want exercise classes or exercise groups in the adult pools, because those groups would get in the way with clusters of people who want to socialize in the water. There is nothing preventing individuals from swimming in the pool, unless the clusters are in the way.

I swim laps in the adult pools, and sometimes I just go there to cool off and NOT to socialize. Just - sort of float in the water, because it's refreshing. There's nothing preventing me from doing that either, and it's not against the rules. If people are in my way, I either swim around them, or I wait until they move away and swim the laps then.

Originally Posted by Shbullet (Post 1753013)

Im not referring to "competitive laps" I am simply referring to swimming from 1 end to the other end for a little exercise, in a adult swimming pool.

Originally Posted by coffeebean (Post 1753300)

If I were to swim laps without the lane markings on the bottom of the pool, I would slam into the side wall of the pool. I don't look ahead when I'm swimming laps, I'm looking down and to the sides. I take breaths every third stroke and that does not allow me to look ahead. I would also slam into anyone in the pool who would be in front of me. As I said in my post earlier, swimming laps is not conducive in neighborhood pools. It would be extremely unsafe for me.

Now, bobbing up and down with a noodle under my butt is what I do when I'm in a neighborhood pool. There is a lot to be said about that kind of relaxation.......utterly sublime!

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 1753318)

Swimming laps is perfectly conducive. You, however, are not. That's why you have a problem swimming laps in a pool that most people have no problem swimming laps in. It's not the pool. It's you.

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 1753318)

Swimming laps is perfectly conducive. You, however, are not. That's why you have a problem swimming laps in a pool that most people have no problem swimming laps in. It's not the pool. It's you.