Swimming



What better place to relax during the scorching summer months than in the Olympic-sized pool at Windyke? Staffed with certified lifeguards and complimented with a delicious snack bar, the pool facilities leave you wanting more and more days under the sun.

Call the pool at 901.754.7772 with any questions or comments.
John Stukenborg
                                                                                                          Pool Manager
                                                                                                          windykepool@gmail.com


Memorial Day Weekend marks the beginning of summer excitement for swimmers and sun worshippers.

The pool and pool snack bar open Saturday, May 29, 2010!!!

   Pool Hours

Tues. - Sat.  10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sun.            12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Pool Snack Bar Hours

Tues. - Sat.  11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun.            12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Call the pool at 901.754.7772 with any questions or comments.


Members entering the pool area are required to sign in at the Welcome Desk and register any non-member guests in attendance.  For each guest, the weekday guest fee is $6 and the weekend guest fee is $8.  These charges will be placed on the member's account.  Additionally, babysitter/nanny passes are available at the membership office for $15 per week or $25 per month. Grandparents may bring their grandchildren to the pool at no charge.

Pool Rules

  • No running
  • Listen to the lifeguards
  • No outside food or beverages
  • No food on the deck
  • No diving in the shallow end
  • No Horseplay
  • No abusive language
  • Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
  • No swimming under or in front of the diving board
  • One person at a time on the diving board
  • No running on the diving board
  • One bounce only on the diving board
  • Make sure diving area is clear before jumping
 Policies
  • Pool hours will be posted in the monthly bulletin.
  • The swimming pool is free to members, their spouses and unmarried minor dependent children.
  • All persons entering the pool are required to sign-in at the Welcome Desk before entering the pool.
  • A charge will be made for each guest using the pool. Guests will be admitted to the pool only when accompanied by a member. Any exception to this rule must be approved by the Manager. Members are responsible for their guest’s conduct.
  • Proper bathing attire is to be worn in the pool area and no person will be allowed to enter the pool without a bathing suit.
  • All bathers are requested to use showers before entering the swimming pool.
  • Lifeguards will be on duty at all times when the pool is open to members and guests. No one is permitted to use the pool when lifeguards are off duty.
  • Lifeguards are in complete charge of the  pool area and will regulate the conduct of the bathers in that area. Guards will exercise their authority to prevent swimmers and bathers from any unsafe activity.
  • Picnic areas are not available outside the pool area. All food is required to be purchased from the pool snack bar or clubhouse while using the facilities. The snack bar is open 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon - 5:00 p.m. on Sundays. The grill closes at 4:00 p.m.
  • The foregoing regulations for the conduct of the pool are such as to furnish the greatest pleasure for the greatest number and are in keeping with the requirements promulgated by the Memphis and Shelby County Health Department. Members and guests are requested to cooperate to the utmost in observing the foregoing regulations in order to assure the pool of the highest health and safety ratings.
Parties
Whether it is a birthday, a graduation, a sending off, or just a get together, Windyke Pool is the perfect place to host your party.  The pool rental cost per hour is $120 for parties of up to 50 people. For each additional 25 people, there will be a $30 dollar charge.  After hours parties may start at 6 p.m. and are offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.  During hours parties are also offered Tuesday through Friday for smaller groups of 10 or less.  The fee for during hours party guests is $7 per person.  Although cakes may be brought from outside the club, food and beverages must be purchased through the clubhouse by contacting Jeff Garner at 901-754-1844 or jgarner@windyke.com. You may schedule a party by calling the pool, 901.754.7772 or contacting John Stukenborg at windykepool@gmail.com.

Swimming Lessons
Not only is Windyke pool a great place to come relax, but also it is the best place for you to learn how to swim.  Our Water Safety Instruction certified lifeguards offer individual and group lessons from ages 1 year to 100 years old. Individual lessons are a great option to work on specific skills and techniques or if you prefer one on one instruction.   Our group classes, which include Parent & Me, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced sections,  will begin on Monday, June 7.  Each group lesson will meet Monday through Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. for two consecutive weeks.  For group lessons, the cost is $80 for members and $120 for non-members. The cost of private lessons is $25 per 45-minute lesson. Group lessons will be during the following sessions:

Session 1: June 7 - June 17
Session 2: June 21 - July 1
Sessoin 3: July 12 - July 22
Session 4: July 26 - August 5

You may sign up for swimming lessons by calling the pool, 901.754.7772 or emailing John Stukenborg at windykepool@gmail.com.

Lifeguard Vision Statement
As a lifeguard team, our vision is to create a safe, friendly, comfortable and inviting atmosphere that is desired by every member of Windyke Country Club.



Splash News!

The 2010 pool season is coming to a close, yet we close our doors on a fun-filled and successful summer.  The pool will be open on Labor Day, Monday September 6, from 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.  This will be our last day open, and we invite everyone out to relax and enjoy our facility before we close down until next year.  For all of our members who enjoyed our pool this year, the lifeguarding team would like to thank each of you for spending time with us.  For all those who did not find a chance to hang out at the pool, we look forward to seeing you next year with an even better atmosphere to serve you.  If any of you have feedback, comments, or suggestions, please email windykepool@gmail.com, and we will keep this important information in mind while planning and preparing for next season! Have a wonderful fall, winter, and spring!

John Stukenborg
Windyke Pool Manager