Children at Campus Recreation

Please use this page to learn more about how children can make use of the various facilities and activities offered by Campus Recreation, as well as learn the policies specifically related to visitors under the age of 18.

Children aged 16 and 17

Children aged 16 and 17 are permitted to use all areas of Campus Recreation with indirect parent/guardian or authorized adult supervision. Indirect supervision means that a parent, guardian, or authorized adult (an individual 18 years of age or older, who is authorized by the parent or guardian to supervise the child) must be in the facility at the same time; however, both are not required to be in the same area.

Children under 16 years of age

Children under 16 years of age must be directly supervised at all times when using Campus Recreation facilities by a parent, guardian, or other authorized adult(s).

Campus Recreation does not provide on-site childcare services. Children under 16 years of age may not wait at the sidelines or play in another area while the parent, guardian, or authorized adult participates in adult recreational activities including, but not limited to, racquet sports, weight training, and/or cardiovascular exercise (on machines or track).

If a child under 16 years of age is found unaccompanied in Campus Recreation facilities, a staff member will attempt to find the child’s parent, guardian, or authorized adult. If said adult cannot be located, staff will call the Georgetown University Police Department (GUPD) to address the issue of an unaccompanied minor consistent with University procedures.

Locker Rooms

Children 5 years of age or older must use gender appropriate locker rooms. Private restrooms are available behind Basketball Court #3 on Level 1. Please see Building Managers to discuss special accommodations.

Strollers

Strollers and other child carriers are not permitted anywhere on the Yates Main Floor or on the pool deck.

Pool Rules for Children

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied to the pool and directly supervised by a parent, guardian, or authorized adult at all times on the pool deck or in the water. If the child can swim, the parent, guardian, or authorized adult must be at the poolside. If the child cannot swim, the parent, guardian, or authorized adult must be in the water with them.

Indirect supervision is required for children 16 and 17 years old who use the pool.

All children under 18 years of age are permitted to participate in activities in deep water, provided they can swim adequately. Individuals of any age who appear to lack adequate swimming skills may be required, by a lifeguard, to pass a 25-yard swim test without stopping.

Changing clothes on the pool deck is prohibited. Locker Rooms are available to change clothes.

Fitness Floor Guidelines for Children

Children aged 16 and 17 are permitted to use all areas of Campus Recreation facilities with indirect parent/guardian or authorized adult supervision. Children aged 16 and 17 are permitted to use weight and cardiovascular equipment on the Yates Field House Fitness Floor with indirect adult supervision, as defined. Proper clothing and use of equipment are required for safety purposes of all who access the Yates Field House.

Children under 16 years of age must be directly supervised at all times when using Campus Recreation facilities by a parent, guardian, or other authorized adult(s). Children under 16 years of age are not permitted to use weight training and/or cardiovascular equipment.

Campus Recreation does not provide on-site childcare services. Children under 16 years of age may not wait at the sidelines or play in another area while the parent/guardian or authorized adult participates in adult recreational activities to include but are not limited to Racquet Sports, Weight Training, and/or Cardiovascular Exercise (on machines or track).

Group Fitness Guidelines for Children

According to the Campus Recreation Minors Policy, no one under the age of 16 is permitted to attend Group Fitness classes.

Frequently Used Terms to Know

Authorized Adult – an individual 18 years of age or older, who is authorized by the parent or guardian to supervise the child

Direct Supervision – a parent, guardian, or authorized adult must be with the child at all times; children under 16 years of age may not wait at the sidelines or play in another area while the parent, guardian, or authorized adult participates in adult recreational activities

Indirect Supervision – a parent, guardian, or authorized adult must be in the facility at the same time; however, both are not required to be in the same area.

Georgetown University has a Protection of Minors Policy to protect those under 18 years of age who participate in programs and activities associated with the University and to provide guidance and requirements that apply to University students, faculty and staff who are involved with such programs and activities. The policy also includes requirements for non-University organizations that operate programs or activities involving minors on campus. Additional information about the policy may be found on the Georgetown University Protection of Minors website.