Park rules

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• All Aquatic Park guests must pay the appropriate entry fee.
• A parent or adult 18 years or older must supervise children 15 years and under in the water AT ALL TIMES.
• Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or Older to enter the Outdoor Aquatic Center.
• You Must be 16 Years or older to enter the Outdoor Aquatic Center by their self.
• Follow lifeguard instructions at all times. Guests are to respect the staff and others. No inappropriate language or behavior.
• Guests exiting the aquatic center must pay to re-enter
• No Refunds or Rainchecks will be issued.
• Guests 48” and taller may ride the tower slides.
• Guests are asked to shower before entering the pool.
• Swimwear with zippers, buckles, rivets or metal ornamentation will not be allowed on the slides.
• Appropriate swimwear is required to enter any pool area. Athletic shorts, cut-offs and street clothes are prohibited. Swimwear must provide adequate coverage to meet decency requirements; thongs and swim trunks worn below the natural waist are prohibited.
• Swim diapers are required for any child not yet potty trained. Cloth or disposable diapers are not permitted in any pool area.
• All flotation devices must be US Coast Guard approved. Inflatables are not permitted at the park.
• Water toys are subject to the approval of management. Mermaid tails, pool noodles, balls of any kind, and kickboards are not permitted in the park.
• Outside food and drinks are not allowed into the park. This includes wagons, coolers, and water jugs (over 1 gallon). No food or drinks will be allowed in the pool area, only designated areas.
• Alcoholic beverages are PROHIBITED.
• Glass containers are not permitted.
• Use of tobacco will not be permitted in the park or on any city park property. This includes chewing tobacco/dipping, vaping, and/or smoking.
• Guests should not play or loiter on water entry stairs/ramps or land entries such as park and bathroom entries. No running on pool decks and no diving in shallow areas.
• Follow height and weight restrictions for all slides. One rider at a time will be permitted to slide. Wait for a lifeguard to signal before going down slides.
• Pools will close during lightning or severe weather, exit the water immediately when instructed.
• No rough play, horseplay, pushing or dunking others will be allowed.
• No swimming if you are sick or have open wounds. Expectorating, nose-blowing and urinating in the water are prohibited.
• Only registered service animals are permitted; other animals and pets are not allowed
• Firearms and weapons of any kind are prohibited.
• Sound systems, including “boomboxes” are prohibited.
• Guests may listen to music on mobile devices, only with earbuds or headphones, but may not take devices on pool equipment or into the water.
• Public displays of affection, profanity, obscene gestures and aggression are forbidden; violators will be ejected from the park immediately.
• Abuse or mistreatment of park property and equipment is strictly prohibited.

• Children aged three (3) or under must be kept within arm’s reach of the accompanying adult; park staff will give two (2) warnings before ejecting violators.
• Guests swimming in the designated deep area, diving or using the slides must be able to swim (1) one width of the pool.*

• The Aqua Climb Climbing wall is for Experienced Swimmers only.
• Only one climber at a time on the Aqua Climb.
• Two climbers permitted if there is one wall between them.
• Only one swimmer at a time in the drop zone.
• No Diving and No Backflips, Feet first entries only.
• Floatation devices are not permitted.
• Maximum weight: 300 pounds per climber.

• All riders must be at least 48” tall.
• Maximum rider weight is 300 pounds.
• Warning: Water depth is shallow.
• Non-swimmers are not permitted.
• All riders must enter the slide in a sitting position and wait for instructions from the lifeguard stationed at the slide starter tub.
• Do not propel yourself into the ride.
• Only one rider at a time. Absolutely no trains or chains of riders are permitted.
• No running, standing, kneeling, rotating, tumbling or stomping in the flume. Arms and hands must remain inside the flume at all times. Riders should remain in proper riding position until forward movement is terminated. At no time should the rider attempt to stand up while on the slide or prior to coming to a complete stop in the splash out area.
• No tubes, mats, or life jackets are permitted on the water slide.
• No combs or foreign objects are allowed in pockets and no jewelry can be worn while riding the slide. No cut off jeans or swim wear with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets or metal ornamentation; only approved swim suits are allowed.
• The line should form on the deck with one rider on each landing and one rider in the starter tub. Wait until the landing area is clear before entering.
• Riders must be in good health. Elderly persons, those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, or persons using prescription medication should consult their physician before using this slide. Individuals with medical conditions including, but not limited to, pregnancy, heart or back problems should not ride.
• Do not use this slide while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• No diving from the slide.
• Leave the run out area promptly after entering.

Warning: “Failure to follow rules can result in serious injury”

• Lifeguards and park staff are authorized by the City of Osceola to strictly enforce these rules using their best judgment, in order to maintain a safe, enjoyable environment for all guests. The lifeguard’s word is final; arguing with the lifeguard is futile and will likely result in ejection from the park. Escalation of a dispute will result in law enforcement involvement.
• Personal belongings that are left at the park will be collected by park staff at day’s end and stored in lost-and-found; guests may contact the park office for retrieval of lost articles.
• Neither the City of Osceola nor park staff may be held responsible for loss, theft or damage of personal belongings.
• The City of Osceola reserves the right to amend or append these rules at any time, as the need is determined.
• Failure to follow rules may result in removal from the park without a refund.