House rules Van der Wal Sports & Swimming Academy

1. EXPLANATION

These house rules have been established to ensure safety, order, peace, and hygiene at our facility. Our goal is to offer everyone a pleasant and safe stay during swimming lessons. These rules apply to all visitors.

2. ACCESS TO THE ACCOMMODATION

• The facility is accessible to everyone. Children under eight are only permitted when accompanied by a responsible person who is at least 21 years old.
• Persons with skin infections, open wounds or contagious diseases will not be admitted.
• Persons or groups who appear or are expected to disturb public order or tranquility may be denied access without giving any reason.

3. SAFETY AND HYGIENE FOR EVERYONE

• If you have COVID-19-like symptoms, stay home and get tested. If the test is negative, you can swim again.
• Impetigo: Stay home! Impetigo is highly contagious, especially if there are open wounds.
• Chickenpox: Stay home! Chickenpox is contagious and causes extra itching in the water.
• Water warts: Open water warts should be covered with a waterproof plaster.

4. SAFE SWIMMING AND LIFE JACKETS

4.1 General

• Wearing an approved life jacket is mandatory for all swimmers in blocks A.1 to A.5.
• We work exclusively with our own Van der Wal life jackets and the Easyswim Pro .
• Other brands of swimming aids (floatation devices) are not permitted , as they are not good teaching aids and do not meet our safety requirements.

4.2 Requirements for a good life jacket

A life jacket must meet the following requirements:

• The vest must fit well, both on land and in the water.
• The flotation discs should remain firmly in place on the chest and back and should not slide up towards the chin or neck.
• The vest should fit tightly around the body without being constricting.
• There should be no tears, holes or wear marks in the vest.
• The vest must meet the manufacturer's weight and age recommendations.

4.3 Use and responsibility

• Purchased life jackets: The life jacket is your property. You must bring it to every swimming lesson .
• Forgotten life jacket: Did you forget your purchased life jacket? We will charge a €5 surcharge per missed lesson on your next invoice.
• Rented life jackets: These remain the property of Van der Wal and must remain on-site. They may not be taken home .

4.4 Enforcement

• A swimmer who violates safety or hygiene rules may be removed from the lesson by the instructor. This lesson will not be reimbursed.
• The normal cancellation rules apply for cancellations related to safe swimming (up to 24 hours in advance).

5. STAY AT THE ACCOMMODATION

• Always follow the instructions with the Van der Wal logo in the accommodation.
• It is not permitted to enter the swimming area with shoes.
• It is not permitted to bring sound equipment.
• Please help maintain a pleasant atmosphere by avoiding nuisance to others.
• Tidy away items you use (e.g. put games back in the box).

6. DROP OFF, WAITING AND PICK UP

• Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before your swimming lesson.
• Keep your swimmer and any additional children with you.
• The teacher calls the swimmers when the lesson starts.
• Spectating during the class is permitted; please follow the instructions of the venue.
• After the lesson and changing, please leave the swimming pool complex as quickly as possible.

7. LIABILITY

• Visiting our accommodation is at your own risk.
• The management accepts no liability for accidents, theft or damage to visitors' property.
• Found items must be handed in at the ticket office or to the swimming instructor.
• Visitors who damage property on the property are legally liable.

8. COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS

• Our employees monitor compliance with these regulations.
• Visitors are required to immediately follow instructions from employees.
• Depending on the severity of an infringement, access to the property may be denied indefinitely (at the discretion of management).

9. VALUABLE TIPS

• Leave money, jewelry and other valuables at home.
• Be aware of risks: despite all precautions, certain dangers remain.
• Do you see someone in trouble? Call for help immediately and offer assistance yourself where possible.

These house rules are intended to create a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for everyone. We count on your cooperation.