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  • All participants must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Pregnant women, elderly participants and/or participants with a history of heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure, circulatory or respiratory problems and those taking medication while under a physician’s care should not use the sauna.
  • Bathing suit or shorts required.
  • No excess clothing (i.e. sweat suit or rubberized suit) while in the sauna.
  • Do not use the sauna immediately after vigorous exercise.
  • Do not place or hang objects on or above the heater.
  • Do not exercise in the sauna.
  • Limit sauna use to 15 minutes. “Cooling” off time should equal time spent in the sauna.
  • Patrons experiencing nausea, dizziness, chill, headaches, or other discomfort, should leave the sauna at once.
  • No newspapers, magazines, or other reading material in the sauna.
  • After using the sauna, patrons must shower prior to entering the pool or whirlpool.
  • Avoid food or alcoholic beverages before using the sauna.
  • Do not pour water on rocks. This is a dry sauna.
  • Report any injuries or incidents to pool staff.
  • Anyone not adhering to these rules may be asked to leave the premises.

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