Dear FPFC Patron:

Well, my nose and eyes tell me it’s Spring…on the other hand, quite the hailstorm yesterday–at least at my house!

I wanted to update you–there are a number of new developments that affect the facility, principally with regard to the State’s decision to move to a new Phase 3 set of requirements.  The effect of these changes is to significantly loosen restrictions and allow us to further open up programs.

1.  We are now allowed to increase lap usage to at least two per lane.  We will be putting this into effect on April 5.  Swimmers will be placed in lanes with other swimmers of comparable ability.  Each swimmer will start at opposite ends, limiting contact while in the pool.  Swimmers from the same household may start at the same end.  All other current regulations remain in place–please wear your mask when not in the water.

2.  Gym capacity increases from five to seven per 45-minute slot.  Upstairs fitness classes expand from ten to 15 per 45-minute slot.  Masks must continue to be worn.  Both changes are effective immediately.

3.  Aqua aerobics classes are back!  Aqua Evolution is offered M/W/F 9:15-10:00 am; H2O Fit & Flow is offered T/TH 10:15-11:00 am.  Capacity is limited to 20 patrons, split between the two shallow ends.

4.  As offered pre-Covid, will be inserting a special week April 5-11 for Spring Break.  We will be offering three Recreational Swims–one on Wednesday 7:45-8:30 pm and two on Friday 6:30-7:15 and 7:30-8:15.  Capacity for each session is limited to 30 and may be booked via self-service or through the cashier.  For children seven years of age and under, a parent must be in the water and within arms-reach; for ten and unders, the parent must be in the water; for ages 11-15, a parent must be in the building–the balcony is now open for spectators.  I expect capacity will continue to increase in coming weeks as we fine-tune this event.

5.  We continue to offer evening lap swim during Spring Break, daily except for Friday.  Please check the schedule for times.  The following week we will expand this back to earlier slots.

6.  We are actively working on bringing back public swim lessons–time frame TBD.  After not being allowed to offer lessons for over a year, we will need to recruit, train and certify instructors.  In the meantime, private and semi-private lessons may continue to be booked through the pool or directly through your swim instructor.

7. Finally, I wanted to congratulate Leslie Mix and her AHS Girls swim team for an undefeated season.  We enjoyed having them in our pool and look forward to hosting the Boys mid-May through mid-June before moving into our summer schedule.

Questions/comments, please let me know.  As always, thank you for your continued support!

Mitch