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From Recreation
Walt Bartman, Recreation Director
War Eagle Aquatic Club
Begins Monday, August 21
The War Eagle Aquatics Club is a professionally led, high-quality coaching experience that is intended to create proven results in a fun and competitive environment. There will be numerous practices, meets, and travel opportunities that will create an enhanced swimming experience for your child.
For more information, contact Walt Bartman at wbartman@timuquana.net.
As the summer continues, we would like to highlight some changes to the guarding schedule and remind everyone of the Club’s policies, both old and new.
LAP SWIMMING
M 6:00–9:00 am
Tu–Su 6:00 am–Close
Lap swimming will be limited during the following hours:
Tu–F 9:00–10:30 am (Now through Sunday, July 16)
Sa 8:00–8:45 am
Sa/Su When the obstacle course is in use, lap swimming will be available without the use of lane lines.
RECREATIONAL SWIMMING
M Closed
Tu–Su 6:00 am–Close
The zero-entry area of the pool is open for recreational swimming during swim practices.
Lifeguard Hours And Swim At Your Own Risk
Through Sunday, August 13
M No
Recreational Swimming
Tu–Su 6:00–10:00 am | Swim at Your Own Risk
10:00 am–Close | Lifeguards & Hospitality
Beginning Monday, August 14 through Monday, September 4
M No Recreational Swimming
Tu–Th Swim at Your Own Risk
F 6:00 am–2:00 pm | Swim at Your Own Risk
2:00 pm–Close | Lifeguards & Hospitality
Sa/Su 6:00–10:00 am | Swim at Your Own Risk
10:00 am–Close | Lifeguards & Hospitality
When the pool is open and without lifeguards, it operates under Florida’s Swim at Your Own Risk rules. They are as follows and must be adhered to at all times:
• Children 9 years of age and younger must be in the care and control of a parent or guardian while in the pool.
• Children 10 to 12 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
During unguarded hours, we kindly ask that all members and guests do their best to keep the deck clean of food and beverage from The Grove and dispose of towels in the appropriate towel bins.
Kids’ Paint Night
Thursday, August 24 | 5:30–7:30 pm
Your kids will have a blast learning the fundamentals of drawing and painting while making their own unique artwork! Dinner and all materials are included. Cost: $35 per child. Ages five & up.
To register, contact the Concierge at 904.388.2664 x. 100.
Infant Self-Rescue Swim Lessons
Join Suzi Taylor, Infant Swimming Resource Instructor at TCC’s pool, where she will teach your child aquatic safety skills with Infant Swimming Resource’s Self-Rescue® program. Classes are for children aged six months to six years and are offered through November. Cost: $100 per 6-week session. For more information and to register, contact Suzi Taylor at s.taylor@infantswim.com.
Swim Lessons
For Children and Adults
Designed for all ages and skill levels, swim lessons are tailored to each swimmer’s needs and are taught by certified instructors who emphasize proper technique, safety, and fun! Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, our lessons will help you reach your goals. For more information, contact Walt Bartman at wbartman@timuquana.net.
Pool Expectations & Procedures
Guest Policy
Guests must be accompanied by a member. Standard Guest Fee of $10 and Holiday Guest Fee of $30 will apply. The maximum number of guests allowed per member is four (4). If your group exceeds four (4) guests, please contact Walt Bartman at wbartman@timuquana.net for approval.
Pool Attire
Members and guests must wear appropriate swimwear that is modest and not too revealing. Women’s bathing suit bottoms should be full coverage. For gentlemen, basketball or tennis shorts with exposed underwear is prohibited. Khaki and athletic shorts (or other shorts not manufactured as swimwear) are not allowed.
Upon exiting the pool, all members and guests must be covered or clothed. Cover-ups must be worn in the parking lot and other areas of the Club.
Members should avail themselves of the changing facilities when needing to change clothes or when needing to change a child’s diaper. Changing into or out of street clothes or athletic attire on the pool deck is prohibited.
Vaping
Vaping or smoking is not permitted on the pool deck. Permissible areas are by the Adirondack chairs or by the river away from others. Smoking or vaping is also prohibited at The Grove bar and dining areas.
Speed & Agility Clinics
With Coach Kelvin Jones
Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30 pm
Speed and agility training refers to exercises and drills designed to enhance an individual’s quickness, coordination, and balance. Kids ages five and up will have the opportunity to learn from Coach Kelvin Jones, CPT. As a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Youth Specialist, Kelvin offers a wide range of knowledge for youths. He will help guide them in advancing their athleticism and improving overall performance! Young athletes will improve their muscle memory and agility mechanics while learning many technical facets of training. Cost: $15 per child, per clinic.
For more information, contact Kelvin Jones at kjones@timuquana.net.