Rules & Regulations

Welcome to Centennial Beach!

The following information is a comprehensive listing of all facility rules and regulations. This information can also be found at the entrances into Centennial Beach.

Admission

Admission to the facility will be refused to any person with a contagious disease or infectious condition including but not limited to: colds, fever, ringworm, foot infections, skin lesions, diarrhea, vomiting, inflamed eyes or infected ears. Individuals with excessive sunburn, abrasions that have not healed, corn plasters, bun pads, adhesive tape, or rubber bandages of any kind also will be refused admission to the facility. Guest needing special assistance should ask to speak to a Beach manager. All bags and coolers are subject to search and confiscation.

Deep Water Test and Diving Boards

As safety of our patrons is our number one priority, we do have strict swimming requirements for our participants who wish to swim in the deep end and use the diving boards. Any swimmer who has not graduated from 8th grade will be required to pass the Deep Water Swim Test before they will be allowed in the deep end or use the diving boards. Swimmers are required to successfully swim a total distance of 100 meters (two lengths of the lap lanes) using the front crawl stroke with proper side to side breathing. Swimmers must take the swim test once each season.

The Deep Water Swim Test is offered at 12:50 p.m., 2:50 p.m. and 5:50 p.m. daily in the lap lanes. Due to staffing requirements, we are able to test patrons daily during these three times only.

Once the swimmer has successfully passed the test during the current season, they will be issued a wristband at the Beach each time they visit. The wristband must be worn at all times during their visit so they can be identified as a swimmer who can use the deep end.

Centennial Beach staff reserves the right to remove any swimmer, regardless of age, from the deep end if he or she appears to be tired or struggling while swimming.

Beach Closings / Inclement Weather

On occasion, the Beach will close prior to the posted hours due to air temperature falling below 65 degrees, rain, lightning, and other threatening weather conditions. The Beach will close for any situation that would jeopardize the health/safety of the people present. A closure also may happen due to lack of attendance. Swimmers must leave the water and lower deck area when the lightning detection system activates or when thunder is heard or lightning is seen and listen for further instruction.

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Conduct

Refrain from spitting, spouting water, blowing the nose or otherwise introducing bodily contaminants into the water. Personal conduct within the facility must not jeopardize personal safety or the safety of others. No running, pushing, rough playing, dunking, towel-snapping, sand throwing, offensive language or dangerous actions.

Alcohol

Alcohol is prohibited inside the facility. Individuals under the influence of alcohol or exhibiting erratic behavior will be refused admission to the facility or may be required to leave.

Lost or Stolen Items

Centennial Beach is not responsible for lost or stolen items within the Beach grounds and parking lot. We recommend that you use the facility lockers to secure personal belongings. Guests must provide their own lock. Please see a staff member to inquire about items that were lost and may have been turned in.

Supervision

Parents/Guardians/Caregivers who are 16 years of age or older are responsible for children ages 11 and under.

Lifeguards are on duty to enforce facility rules and respond in case of emergency.

Infants and toddlers who are not toilet-trained must wear swim diapers approved by the Department of Public Health. Swim diapers are available for purchase at the Centennial Beach Admissions office.

Attire

Appropriate swim attire is required. Lined suits are recommended and no thong style suits are allowed. For safety reasons, no jeans or clothing made of heavy material will be allowed in the water. Health Department requires that all apparel worn in the water must be clean.

(Appropriate swim attire is subject to approval by Naperville Park District management.)

Swimmers are encouraged to shower before entering the water.

Glass Containers

Glass containers are prohibited inside the facility.

Lap Lanes

Cutting across the lap lane area is not allowed.

Food and Beverages

Food and beverages are not allowed in the sand or on the lower deck area. You can bring in your own food and coolers. No glass or alcohol of any kind will be permitted into the park. Coolers and bags will be subject to search as you enter. Food may be purchased on site at the Centennial Grill.

Personal Floatation Devices

Only Coast Guard-approved floatation devices are permitted in the Beach. There are a limited number of life jackets available on site. Only sponge-type balls are allowed.