Pool Safety

Safety is a major issue for the pool. One mistake and someone could drown. Aquatics Supervisor George McElravy has a set list of school and state guidelines for users to follow that make the pool a fun and relaxing place. "Swim, play and dive with safety and courtesy in mind. Behavior that endangers the health and safety of self or others will not be tolerated. Lifeguards are here to protect lives and assist with water safety classes. Please follow the lifeguard’s instructions. Failure to follow the lifeguard’s instructions could lead to a loss of swimming time." - George McElravy

Four Specific Safety Rules

Only feet first entries are permitted from 4 feet to 12 feet of water. This means jumping, feet first, is permitted. No Diving from 4 feet to 12 feet. Diving is permitted only in the deepest part of the pool, beyond the 12 foot markers. Walk please. Do not run. The deck is designed to stay cool, even on hot days. The deck material is also much more slippery than cement. Do not run.

Four Specific “House Rules” at Kamehameha Schools Maui

Appropriate Swim Wear only. Appropriate means; lycra-swimsuits, board-shorts, rash guards and neoprene (wetsuits) are permitted. In-appropriate for the pool are; cotton t-shirts, cotton shorts (other than boardshorts), street clothes, school uniforms etc. Long hair must be pulled back in a pony tail and or under a swim cap. Swim caps protect from heat loss and sunburn, therefore, it is appropriate but not mandatory for boys to wear a swim cap. Sun screen is not mandatory and strongly recommended. Best if applied before leaving home. In-effective if applied just before entering the pool, oils can damage the facility. Towels- we do not supply towels.

Four State of Hawaii Rules

Swimmers must shower before entering the pool. Swimmers who leave the pool to use the toilet must shower again. Persons with infectious or communicable diseases are not permitted in the pool. Persons having open wounds are advised not to use the pool due to possible infection(s). Spitting, spouting of water, or blowing your nose is strictly prohibited.