Aquatics
Information for all swimming facilities can be obtained by calling the pool during operation hours. In case of inclement weather, Congers Pool and Lake Nanuet will close; Germonds Pool will remain open unless there is thunder and lightning. Please call the facility before going.
Aquatic Locations
Facility | Dates | Hours |
|---|---|---|
Germonds Pool (845)623-1221 185 Germonds Rd. West Nyack | June 17 – August 20 August 21 – September 4 | 12:00 PM – 7:45 PM 12:00 PM – 6:45 PM |
Lake Nanuet (845)627-2135 1 Lake Nanuet Dr. Nanuet NY 10954 | June 24 – September 4 | 11:00 AM – 6:45 PM |
Congers Pool (845)268-9739 8 Gilchrest Rd. Congers NY 10920 | June 18 – September 4 | 12:00 PM – 6:45 PM 12:00 PM – 6:45 PM |
Please contact the registration office at 845-639-6200 with any questions.
Registration Office is located at: 31 Zukor Road, New City
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday 9:30am – 4:00pm
Tuesday 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 12:00pm
Aquatic Rates
Daily Rate
Daily Card
Family
Family Seasonal
Individual
Individual Seasonal
Guest
Guest Daily
Disabled Resident-Access Pass
A resident who is appropriately certified may use Town facilities at no cost. Must have proper documentation at the time of registration.
For further information contact the Registration Office 639-6200.
Veterans Pass
All combat veterans and immediate families (spouse and children under 18) are entitled to free pool passes. To be eligible, the veteran must be a Clarkstown resident and provide a County of Rockland Combat Veteran ID Card (otherwise known as Combat Return the F.A.V.O.R. card).
Please contact the Rockland County Clerk’s office at 845-638-5076 or http://rocklandgov.com/departments/clerks-office/ to obtain your County of Rockland Combat Veteran ID Card.
If the pools are unable to open at the regularly scheduled times due to adverse weather conditions:
- A sign will be posted at the front gate
- An attempt will be made to open as soon as possible
If the pool is unable to reopen by 4:00pm
- No evening swimming or programs will take place
- A sign will be posted at the front gate.
- Posted on Facebook page: Town of Clarkstown Parks and Recreation
For questions call: Pool facilities or 639-6200 (Parks & Recreation Office).
If the pool opens, but one of the following is observed – lightning, hail, severe rain storm or thunder:
- The pool will be cleared
- Patrons will be instructed to clear pool deck and tree areas.
- The pool will not reopen for at least one-half hour after the
weather conditions noted above cease. In the event of a continuation
of adverse weather conditions, the decision to close the pool will be left to t the discretion of the Aquatic Director and the Supt. of Parks and Recreation.
4. NO REFUNDS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Lessons will be conducted rain or shine (except during electrical storms). There will be no make-up classes for missed classes. Upon entering the twelfth grade, you are considered an adult. American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction is provided for all age group lessons. Proof of age, grade and primary residency is required at the time of registration. Parent/spectators are not permitted in swim areas during instructions.
- Admission only on presentation of official I.D. Card and payment of designated fee each person must display his/her own pass for inspection. Illegally used passes WILL be confiscated. Re-entry to pool will be determined by hand stamp.
- The number of persons permitted in pool area is regulated by the Health Department. The capacity of each facility is posted and admission will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Patrons must park according to attendant’s instructions. Parking will be permitted on park grounds to limit of existing parking facilities.
- Guest must enter with member. (NO guests allowed for Summer 2020)
- Violence or rough play towards staff or other participants will not be tolerated.
- Name-calling, or racial insults, or negative or verbal insults, or abusive language, or foul language, or swearing will not be tolerated.
- Spitting, smoking, tobacco products, and vaping are not tolerated in the pool area.
- Malicious destruction or stealing of property or other personal property will not be tolerated. (Parents/caregivers will be responsible for replacing any property that their child(ren) may destroy and/or steals).
- No weapons and/or firearms are permitted.
- No glass containers in pool area.
- No drugs in parks.
- Proper swimming attire is required at all times. Cut-off or rolled-up pants not permitted for swimming.
- The Commission reserves the right to close the grounds for cause (i.e. inclement weather, utility failure, etc.), with no refund or rain checks to persons paying daily admission or guest admission. In the event of facility closure, a hand stamp will admit attendees to an alternate facility.
- Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult who will assume full responsibility for the child’s safety.
- Wading areas restricted to children 7 years old and under, and their parents. Children under 6 must be accompanied to bathhouse by an adult.
- Swimming and diving permitted in designated areas only.
- Health Department rules for sanitation and safety must be observed by every patron. Infants in diaper/pull-ups not permitted in pools. Approved swim diapers will be permitted in kiddie pools only, i.e. Congers Wading Pool, or the Germonds Wading Pool. Approved swim diapers are permissible at Lake Nanuet in the zero depth entrance area only.
- Persons with physical disorders such as skin lesions, inflamed eyes, nose, mouth, or ear discharges, or bandages, may not swim.
- All recreation, park, and swimming staff are required to strictly enforce the regulations. These rules and hours of operation will be amended or supplemented as necessary for the safety and welfare or patrons. Violators are subject to suspension of privileges. Any questions regarding these rules and regulations or use of the facility should be directed to the head lifeguard at each location.
- Spitting or other discharges into pools prohibited. Anyone who has had diarrhea within the past two weeks should stay out of the water.
- Alcoholic beverages prohibited at all Town of Clarkstown facilities.
- Pets are not permitted in any park.
- Sun and Eye glasses are permissible in the water. No glass containers of any kind permitted in pool, on decks, or in locker areas. The following are not permitted in swimming pool areas: ball playing, pushing, running, dunking or boisterous conduct, toys, play devices, fins, masks, snorkels or any flotation device except Coast Guard approved. Approved competitive swim goggles are permissible. Corrective lenses may be attached to approved swim goggles at a very reasonable cost.
- Chairs, strollers, blankets, etc. must be kept at least 15 ft. from water’s edge.
- Lap lanes are for long distance continuous swimming only.
- Radios are permitted, but the volume should be turned down so it does not interfere with other residents. Blasting of radios is prohibited in the pool area.
- No checks will be accepted at the pools. Cash and Credit Cards- Visa/Mastercard are accepted.
- No persons shall utilize any mechanical, digital, or electronic viewing device or any other instruments capable of recording, storing, or transmitting visual images in any indoor facility under the authority of the Clarkstown Parks Board and Recreation Commission.
- Radios are not permitted in picnic areas.
- Failure to follow these rules and regulations could result in disciplinary action, including removal from the pool and/or suspension or cancellation of I.D. Card.
- Disciplinary Procedures for failure to obey Rules and Regulations.
- Patron will receive one verbal warning for any violation of any of the above rules and regulations, and if it continues, they will be asked to leave the facility for that day.
- If any violation of any of the above rules and regulations has not improved within a reasonable time, he/she will be suspended for 2 days or longer, depending on the nature of the offense and at the discretion of the Aquatic Director.
- If there is one more offense, their pool pass will be revoked.
- Any weapons and/or firearms brought to the pools or parks are cause for immediate dismissal from the pool and park
