At LifeCycle Swim School we’ve always prioritized the safety and well-being of students, guardians, staff and the community. To help prevent the spread of COVID-19 we’ve suspended public group classes until social distancing recommendations are relaxed, and we're confident that patrons and instructors will be safe. Private and "bubble" classes are available, and time slots are filling up fast.
It's reassuring to learn that, according to the CDC:
"There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools or hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g. with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.” For more information about COVID-19 and water transmission, please go to: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/php/water.html
Read below for further information about our swim lessons, and safety protocols.
COVID-19 FAQ
What actions is LifeCycle Swim School taking to help stop the spread of COVID-19?
Pool infrastructure such as hand-railings and coping will be cleaned / disinfected by the instructor between students.
Swim equipment and toys will be cleaned / disinfected between students.
Hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes are provided at pool side for clients.
Do clients need to follow any "stop-the-spread" protocols before, during or after lessons? Yes. Clients should:
Arrive with masks on; and can remove masks once they're situated and 6' from anyone else.
Follow instructor's directions as to where to put belongings.
Stay 6' apart from others while on the property.
Clean and sanitize your seating/table area just before departure - disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer provided.
Depart with masks on.
Are students/clients expected to show proof of vaccination? What about instructors? LifeCycle Swim School instructors are vaccinated, and will show clients vaccination cards upon request. We're not asking clients to show vaccination cards. We're depending on your open and honest communication about your vaccination status to help stop the spread of Covid-19.
What are the plans for outdoor summer swim lessons? We teach out of two outdoor pools in Montclair, NJ, and we also make house calls for those who have their own pools. Social distance swim lessons available for unvaccinated students and guardians. Standard, close-proximity swim lessons available for vaccinated students and guardians.
Does LifeCycle Swim School still offer home pool lessons? Yes. Learn about protocols here.
What can students and guardians do to help keep swimming safe?
Don’t attend class if student is sick. Re-schedule at no extra charge.
When swimming resumes, shower with soap and water before class.
Follow all CDC guidelines for cleaning, traveling and if sick. Stay up to date with guidelines by visiting CDC.gov.
If you have a pool, test the water regularly, and treat if necessary to maintain safe swimming water.
Once indoor lessons resume, what actions is Clifton Sports and Fitness Club (CSFC), our indoor pool host, taking to mitigate the virus?
The pool water is being tested at least 5x per day, and treated as necessary.
The water is tested by the NJ Dept. of Health 1x per week to ensure water is safe. Remember, there is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread through properly maintained pool water.
CSFC will execute a top-to-bottom cleaning of every surface in every area of the building during the shut-down period.
Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of bathroom areas after re-opening.