Heiges Field House Pool

ACCESS INFORMATION:

• The following individuals are eligible for pool access:
  • Undergraduate and graduate students
  • Currently employed SU Faculty and Staff members
  • SU Alumni as defined by SU Alumni Relations Office
  • SU Retirees as defined by SU Human Resources
  • SU Donors as defined by the SU Foundation
  • SU Trustees
• Non-affiliated guests are not permitted access.
• Presentation of SU ID or an SU Rec Card is required.
  • SU ID:  Students, Faculty, and Staff
    • Registration not required.  No cost.
  • SU Rec Card:  Alumni, Retirees, Donors & Trustees
    • Registration required.  No cost.
    • The SU RecCard entitles the owner to access Heiges Field House swimming pool and outdoor recreational facilities. Outdoor facilities include the Student Recreation Complex (SRC), tennis courts, and Seth Grove Stadium track. The RecCard is not valid for access to ShipRec.  Tennis courts and Seth Grove Stadium track are available for recreational use with SU Rec Card when not in use by varsity athletic practice, special events, maintenance periods, etc. 
    • To request an SU Rec Card, complete the following form for verification of status:
      • Alumni Verification:  Alumni Verification
    • Alumni:  A department-issued parking tag is available for campus rec facility users.  Cost is $5.  Payment due at time of pick-up at the ShipRec entrance desk.  Only alumni not currently enrolled at SU are eligible. 
      • Parking Tag Request: Alumni Parking Tag Registration

POOL POLICIES:

• Use of Campus Recreation facilities and programs is voluntary. Patrons assume all risk associated with participation.
• Lifeguards have the responsibility to enforce policies and have the authority to remove anyone for unsafe or inappropriate behavior. 
• No outside swim instruction is permitted in the facility.
• Children under 10 must be supervised by an adult.  Adult supervision should be supplied for any child over 10 who is not a competent swimmer. 
• Swimmer Attire:  Appropriate manufactured swimming apparel is required for all patrons in the pool area. Clothing such as street clothes, street shoes, cut-offs, thongs, and underwear are prohibited. Swimwear should not have been worn for exercising immediately prior to pool use as soiled clothing can create an unhealthy swimming environment.  Large or loose jewelry is not permitted. Lifeguards must approve of any questionable jewelry.
• All swimmers must shower before entering the pool.
• All swimmers must sign in and sign out.
• No running or horseplay at any time.
• Diving, entering the water headfirst, is not permitted.
• No hanging, sitting, or climbing on lane lines.  
• Starting blocks are for the sole use of the Varsity swim teams and other approved groups with a coach or instructor on deck.
• Lifeguard has discretion on all equipment use. 
• No food or beverages permitted. 

Weather Policy:  The National Lightning Safety Institute (NLSI) provides recommendations for aquatic safety in the case of lightning. The indoor swimming facility is grounded for protection against lightning, however, all swimmers are removed from the swimming pool if lightning is detected within 10 miles of the pool.  The pool will be closed for 30 minutes after the last strike has been detected within the 10-mile radius.  Pool hours may be impacted as well during storm situations so please call the Rec Hotline to verify hours.