Community Swim Program
George School's indoor Marshall-Platt Pool is available for public use through the Community Swim Program. With eight lanes and a length of twenty-five meters, the pool is significantly larger than standard swimming pools. It also includes a set of stairs with railings to facilitate easy access into the water.
For further details and any questions regarding the Community Swim Program, including
membership information, fees, and registration, contact
Elaine Clay. Email is preferred.
Elaine Clay
George School
PO Box 4609
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 215.579.6690
Email:
elaine_clay@georgeschool.org
About the Facility The Marshall-Platt Pool is located in Worth Sports Center on George School's attractive, 240-acre campus. Ample parking is available in front of the building. Locker rooms, showers, and bathrooms with mirrors are available for member convenience. Members may bring their own locks in order to use the lockers while they are swimming. Members are also welcome to bring hair dryers.
Fins, kickboards, noodles, and other equipment will be available for use. Adults and lap swimmers are welcome to bring their own equipment. Inner tubes and rafts are not permitted. A certified lifeguard is on duty at the pool at all times.
RETURN TO TOP Facility Schedule Tuesday, September 8, 2009 to Friday June 11, 2010 (weekdays only)*
Weekdays 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday and Thursday evenings 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Closed: November 26 and 27, 2009 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 21, 2009 to January 1, 2010 (Winter Break)
Partial Closing: November 9, 2009 to February 19, 2010 (from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.)
* Dates are subject to change depending on the George School athletic schedule. RETURN TO TOP Policies and Guidelines for Use of Marshall-Platt Pool 1. All swimmers must shower before entering the pool.
2. Running is not permitted on the deck.
3. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult, or have an "advanced beginner" certificate from the American Red Cross.
4. Swimmers must remain in the pool area.
5. Food, beverages, and gum-chewing are not permitted in the pool area.
6. Non-swimmers are restricted to the shallow end.
7. Diving from the shallow end or starting blocks is not permitted.
8. Bathing suits are the only acceptable swimwear. Cut-off shorts or other clothing may not be worn.
9. Bathing caps are optional.
10. Adhesive bandages are not permitted.
11. Swimmers must take out and put away any equipment they use.
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