Adult to child ratio in our Swimming Pools
Please see below our Adult to child ratios, in place to help you and your family enjoy the water safetly.
Under 5 - One adult to one child with or without armbands or one adult to two children with armbands.
5 to 8 years old - One adult to two children with or without armbands.
Mixed ages - One adult to one under 5 and one 5 to 8 year old if the under 5 is wearing armbands.
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