Stay active and safe with aquatic activities supervised by Red Cross–certified lifeguards.
Wellness Center Aquatics Rules & Regulations
- Pool Lifeguards instructions are to be followed at all times
- Behavior that is deemed to be unsafe by the lifeguards is prohibited
- No person is allowed in the pool without a lifeguard on duty
- No person shall be permitted to use the pool without first having taken a shower
- No person with an obvious communicable disease, skin eruption, cut, sore, or lesion, eye, ear, nose, or throat infection will be permitted to use the pool
- No glass, food, or tobacco products are permitted on the pool deck
- The pool phone is for emergency use only
- All swimmers are required to wear a proper bathing suit (e.g. no gym shorts, bras, or underwear)
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Non-swimming children must always remain within arm’s reach of a responsible adult When people are waiting for lane space, you may be asked to share your lane and circle swim
- A lane is not considered full until there are four adults in the lane
- No running
- No horseplay, dunking, splashing, or spitting
- No profanity
- Excessive Public Displays of Affection is prohibited
- Lifeguards instructions are to be followed at all times
- Behavior that is deemed to be unsafe by the lifeguards is prohibited
- One person is permitted on the diving board at a time
- Only one bounce is permitted
- Diving to the side is prohibited Hanging on the diving boards is prohibited
- No swimming under the diving boards while they are in use
- Reverse dives and gainers are prohibited
- Children under 16 are prohibited from using the spa
- No person is to use the spa without first having taken a warm shower
- Appropriate swim wear must be worn: thongs, cut offs, t-shirts, or boxers are prohibited
- Individuals may not completely submerge themselves in the spa
- Pregnant women, elderly persons, and persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure should not enter the spa/hot tub without prior medical consultation and permission from their doctor
- Do not use the hot tub while under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other drugs that cause drowsiness or that raise or lower blood pressure
- Do not use at water temperatures greater than 104 degrees Fahrenheit
- Do not use alone
- Enter and Exit slowly
- Observe reasonable time limits(10-15min), then leave the water and cool down before returning for another brief stay
- Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting
- Keep Breakable objects out of the area
- People with open wounds or infectious diseases are not permitted in the hot tub
- Public Displays of Affection are prohibited
- Maximum number of people in the spa is 22
- Avoid using alcohol and medications before and after using a sauna
- If you have any medical conditions or are pregnant, consult with your health care provider before having a sauna session
- No shaving, oils and scented soaps are not allowed in steam room or sauna
- No children under of age of 16
- Long exposure may result in nausea, dizziness, fainting or death
Parking Information
If you are attending a Wellness Center program on campus Monday - Friday, you will need to obtain a parking pass to avoid receiving a ticket.
For more information on UNO Parking Services, view parking maps on campus or call 402.554.PARK (7275).