[Harry & Christie]

I have a question regarding the pools here in the Villages. We were told when we were looking to buy that the "resident" pools were just that - for the residents. We were told if we had guests they would go to the "family" pools. I accepted that and felt it was a nice idea. Insured the residents that they had a nice spot to go and a spot "just for them". My husband and I purchased a home in December and are enjoying the "Villages life". Today my husband and I went to our resident pool and were a bit surprised. There must have been a dozen 25 - 35 year olds there sunning and swimming as there was yesterday also. When the residents came in to swim - there were no seats left for them. I'm just questioning if the younger people shouldn't have been at the family pool so that the residents that are paying their monthly dues can have their pool to relax at?? Is my thinking wrong? I'm really just questioning this as like I said - we are new and don't know all the rules and ins and outs. Please give me your feedback so I know how it is here. They would not loud or disrespectful to anyone - I just need to know how things work here. Many thanks!!

[looneycat]

it is my understanding that adult guests can use the adult pools underage guests must be accompanied to the family pool

[Happydaz]

To use the neighborhood pools you need to be 30 years old or older. Guests who get a guest pass from a resident can swim in the neighborhood pools if they are over 30. Possibly you saw some thirty year olds? I will tell you, however, that we had some younger people in the 20 year range swimming in our local pool and the Villages staff asked them to leave and mentioned that they could use the family pool down the road, but not the neighborhood pool. (One of our regular swimmers asked the staff to check these youngsters.)

We just had our son, daughter in law,and granddaughter visit us from Boston. When we all went swimming we went to the Big Cypress family pool. When my son and daughter in law (in their 30's) went alone (we were babysitting!) they went to the local Pinellas Pool.

[raynan]

And, if you are a resident with priority pool/golf, your guests are priority guests and can use the CC pools at any age.

[champion6]

The sports pools at the regional rec centers are residents-only.

[Harry & Christie]

Thank you everyone. You've helped me immensely in understanding the rules. It's hard when you first move in - have to learn all the ins and outs. I appreciate everyone explaining to me. Many thanks!

[VT2TV]

Not that is can't happen, but I find myself wondering why a DOZEN young women would even be here in a group. That is a lot of young people to be visiting here together at The Villages. At that age, I would have rather been at the beach than even at a really cool retirement community. No problem...just saying...

[Lovey2]

Never heard of priority pool/golf...golf, yes, but I thought residents could go to any pool. Also, what's a CC pool??

[bkcunningham1]

Originally Posted by Lovey2

Never heard of priority pool/golf...golf, yes, but I thought residents could go to any pool. Also, what's a CC pool??

"CC" is country club pool. Anyone can eat at the country clubs in The Villages but you must have a priority membership to use the CC pools.


The Villages Country Club Pools are for the exclusive use of Villages Country Club Priority Members and their guest(s). Priority Pool Membership Enhancements are available to all Villages residents.

For more information on these memberships, please contact the Tee Time/Membership office at 750-4558.

All country club pools are family pools. If you wish a quieter pool setting, you may want to use one of the neighborhood pools.

Country Club Pools / Hours
Cane Garden Pool / open 9am – dusk
Evans Prairie Pool / open 9am – dusk
Glenview Champions Pool & Jacuzzi / open 9am – 9pm
Hacienda Hills Pool, Tiki Bar & Jacuzzi / open 9am – dusk
Havana Pool / open 9am – dusk
Mallory Hill Pool / open 9am – dusk
Nancy Lopez Legacy Pool & Pool Bar / open 9am – dusk
Orange Blossom Hills Pool, Tiki Bar & Jacuzzi / open 9am – 9pm
Country Club Pool Guidelines
Country club pool ambassadors are not lifeguards. Swim at your own risk.
Please follow all posted pool hours, rules and regulations for your safety as well as for the safety of others.
Outside food, beverages and personal coolers are not allowed in the pool or surrounding area.
Pets are not allowed in the pool area.
Smoking is permitted in designated areas outside the pool.
For emergencies please call 911. All pools have courtesy phones.
If a staff member is present, please check in with them. Have your Villages ID with you at all times.
Guests must have appropriate guest passes and a valid photo ID.
Guests under the age of 19 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please be sure children 36 months of age and younger wear protective rubber pants in accordance with Florida health regulations.
Pools will close during inclement weather.

Waist Flotation Belts attached to the waist, diving mask, goggles, and infant/toddler flotation devices are the only items allowed in the pool.
EXERCISE: The use of exercise equipment, is permitted between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Please be courteous of other pool patrons
Please be sure you are dry and wearing shoes and shirts when entering the country club buildings.
Pool lounge chairs and tables are available on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be reserved.
Kindly leave chairs and tables where you found them. If asked, please share your unused chairs with others.
The Villages Jacuzzi pools are for people 16 years of age and older.
For emergencies, please call 911. All pools have a courtesy phone.

Source is The Villages website, golfing The Villages.

[bkcunningham1]

Also: The Priority Golf membership enhancement allows you priority access to golf tee times for the Championship Courses, reduced greens fees, reduced USGA handicap Fees and eligibility in country club tournaments. Additionally, this enhancement entitles you to the use of all the country club pools, spas and FREE tennis at Hacienda Hills Country Club. You may select the Priority Golf program for two, three, four or all of our country clubs.


Championship Priority Golf Membership
(includes Country Club Pools, Executive Trail Fee and Hacienda Hills Tennis)

SINGLE COUPLE
6 Months 12 Months 6 Months 12 Months
All Clubs $590 $740 $740 $925
4 Clubs $550 $680 $680 $845
3 Clubs $490 $610 $610 $765
2 Clubs $445 $555 $555 $695
Add On Pool
Membership* $80 $80 N/A N/A


You can also get various combinations of memberships. See the information on The Villages website for golfing The Villages.

[Lovey2]

Duhhhh, me. Thanks! I lived in Cape Coral, and couldn't get my mind past that CC last night.
I think maybe I knew that about the Country Club pools, just forgot. Thanks again.