8/1/20 Changing to 4 stars. You must reserve a lan...

8/1/20 Changing to 4 stars. You must reserve a lane to swim an hour before and no earlier than 24 hours ahead. I called 15 minutes before the time slot after I saw a free lane and I was allowed to swim, so more flexible with rules. I was annoyed that I had to walk all the way around the pool to shower before swimming when no one was outside the pool aside from the life guard, but Covid-19 rule. The life guard was very careful about wiping down shower handles, so that was positive. Also, you can use the lockers now, which is helpful as I make multiple trips to the car forgetting things. Also, I don't have to change at work now. I think this location will be a 5 once things are back up and running.

The YMCA is not very crowded these days. There is a sign stating Glad You Are Sticking With Us. I booked a 6:15 pm appointment to swim. Approximately at 5:45 pm, I was called to say it was thundering, so I may not want to swim. I appreciated the call, but I mentioned that I could swim at 6:30 which is the time they had the thunder watch until. I was told to wait 5 more minutes after arrival, so I entered the pool around 6:35ish. At exactly 7pm, I was told that I had to exit the pool, although no one else was in the pool and only one person was waiting for the 7:15 spot. When I asked why I could not swim a bit more, I was told this is their rules. Other rules include must wear a mask, no bag or changing in the bathroom or showering or supplied towel. So, you are checking in with a YMCA card, keys, googles, flip flops, towel and cap in hand. You have to sign a covid release on a tablet each time despite having a temperature check. I believe they are afraid of a law suit, but should be more aware of patrons they may be losing.