
Help keep our Clinton kids swimming!


Petition to the New Jersey Department of Health to Permit
Swimming Lessons at Courtyard Luxury Senior Living
We, the undersigned parents and guardians of children enrolled in swimming lessons
provided by IVY SWIM SCHOOL, respectfully request that the New Jersey Department
of Health (NJDOH) consider approval of the waiver request to allow swimming lessons
at the indoor pool of Courtyard Luxury Senior Living, located at 111 W Main Street,
Clinton, NJ 08809. These lessons are a critical community resource, providing essential
water safety education, promoting physical health, and fostering intergenerational
connections in Clinton Township.
Background and Request: Courtyard Luxury Senior Living, a recently converted senior
living facility, has requested a waiver to maintain its specially exempt pool status while
allowing a certified third-party swimming instruction business to offer one-on-one
lessons for children in its 1,140-square-foot indoor pool (depth 3’-8”). We urge the
NJDOH to consider approving this decision, as the pool is the only suitable facility in
Clinton for year-round swimming instruction, and its use benefits both children and
senior residents.
Reasons for Supporting Swimming Lessons at Courtyard
Luxury Senior Living:
Critical Water Safety Education: Swimming lessons reduce drowning risks, a
leading cause of death for children. The American Academy of Pediatrics
emphasizes early swim instruction to build water safety skills. With no other
community pool in Clinton, this program is essential for our children’s safety.
Community Access: Clinton Township lacks alternative facilities for swim lessons.
The indoor pool at Courtyard Luxury Senior Living provides year-round access,
addressing a significant gap in community resources.
Resident Well-Being: The presence of lessons enhances the quality of life for
Courtyard’s senior residents, promoting happiness and community engagement.
Economic and Social Impact: The program supports local swim instructors who
rely on this pool for their livelihood, preventing disruption to their business and
ensuring affordable swim education for families.
Addressing Health and Safety Concerns:
We understand the NJDOH’s commitment to public safety under N.J.A.C. 8:26. To
address potential concerns that the NJDOH may have we commit to:
Ensuring the pool meets all public recreational bathing standards, including water
quality testing and safety inspections
Employing certified swimming instructors.
Coordinating with Courtyard Luxury Senior Living to schedule lessons that
minimize disruption to resident’s pool access.
Providing transparent documentation of compliance to the NJDOH and Clinton
Township Board of Health.
Hardship Without Approval:
The denial of this waiver eliminates the only indoor pool available for swim lessons in
Clinton, forcing instructors to cease operations and depriving children of critical water
safety education. This loss disproportionately affects families who rely on affordable,
local swim programs, particularly during winter months.
Call to Action:
We respectfully urge the NJDOH to consider approving the waiver request under
N.J.A.C. 8:26-1.4 to allow swimming lessons at Courtyard Luxury Senior Living. By
granting this permission, you will support child safety, community well-being, and local
businesses while maintaining strict health and safety standards.



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