- Mizzou Aquatic Center Staff has final authority on all matters in the Mizzou Aquatic Center
- In case of emergency, the Emergency Action Plan is activated by one long whistle blast from a Lifeguard. All patrons are required to exit the pool immediately, and follow instructions from Mizzou Aquatic Center Staff.
- Patrons with contagious skin diseases, infections or open sores, or who have had diarrhea within the last two weeks are discouraged to use the pools for health concerns. Bandages are discouraged in pools
- Glass objects are strictly prohibited: This includes masks with glass faceplates
- Showers are encouraged before entering any body of water to maintain sanitary conditions.
- Use of any part of the Mizzou Aquatic Center is prohibited unless supervised by a lifeguard.
- Proper swimming attire is required in all Mizzou Aquatic Center bodies of water unless prior approval of an exception has been granted. Proper swim attire is defined as clothing that is designed for use in the water; specific item examples are listed below for reference. In addition, all swim wear must not indecently expose parts of the body or be transparent.
- Items made of material that is designed for use in the water that are allowed:
- Women’s one and two piece bathing suits
- Men’s Jammers or Speedo
- Board Shorts/Swim Trunks
- Rash Guards
- Religious swim wear (Ex. Burkini)
- Items listed below are not allowed to be worn in the water at the aquatic facilities:
- Athletic shorts and pants (Ex. Running, Basketball, Volleyball, Yoga etc.)
- Undergarments (Ex. Sports Bras, Underwear, Compression Shorts, Boxers, Briefs, etc.)
- Clothing with grommets (Ex. Denim, Khaki shorts or pants, etc.)
- Cotton Shirts (Ex. T-Shirts, tank tops, etc.)
- Items made of material that is designed for use in the water that are allowed:
- To maintain safety, the Mizzou Aquatic Center Staff may require patrons to demonstrate swimming ability
- Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices are permitted. Lifejackets are available upon request.
- Outside of emergency need, hanging onto lane lines is discouraged.
- Nose blowing and spitting in the pool or gutters is prohibited
- Voluntary hyperventilation prior to underwater swimming and underwater breath holding are dangerous activities and can lead to unconsciousness and death during dives. Swimmers are prohibited from engaging in hyperventilation prior to either practice
- Water polo or other water games, which require the use of a ball, are not be permitted in any of the Mizzou Aquatic Center bodies of water without prior authorization from the Mizzou Aquatic Center staff
- Tennis balls, footballs, hard balls, squirt guns, etc. are prohibited in the Mizzou Aquatic Center.
- Running, horseplay or other dangerous activities are not permitted in any areas of the Mizzou Aquatic Center
- Only MizzouRec TigerSwim lessons or other prior approved instructional lessons are permitted in the Mizzou Aquatic Center
- Direct supervision and active engagement are required for minors in the Student Recreation Complex and Mizzou Aquatic Center
- Blocking doorways and emergency exits is prohibited
- Footwear is required outside of the pool decks, hallways and locker rooms
- Failure to comply with Mizzou Aquatic Center required or prohibited guidelines may result in removal from the Mizzou Aquatic Center, suspension or termination of MizzouRec membership following repeated or egregious occurrences