Silly question about the quiet pools

[goofydad99]

Do you go and have fun with your kids while using a quiet pool?

 

[nabi]

Yes.... meek children here!

 

[Chuck S]

Quiet pools are not necessarily quiet noise-wise. It simply is a term used to refer to pools that have no slide or major features. They are often still relatively large pools, most are 3 to 5 feet in depth. At OKW they are called neighborhood pools.

 

[Dean]

Quiet pools are not necessarily quiet noise-wise. It simply is a term used to refer to pools that have no slide or major features. They are often still relatively large pools, most are 3 to 5 feet in depth. At OKW they are called neighborhood pools.

And this is important because there are a subset of people out there that simply don't understand this concept and actually believe Disney expects you to be quiet at those locations.

 

[vicki_c]

And this is important because there are a subset of people out there that simply don't understand this concept and actually believe Disney expects you to be quiet at those locations.

If I recall right, Disney does not even use that terminology. I think they call them leisure pools or some similar word, but not quiet.

 

[Dean]

If I recall right, Disney does not even use that terminology. I think they call them leisure pools or some similar word, but not quiet.

They have labeled them quiet pools on various maps at times in the past but it's been a while since I've seen that designation.

 

[Sammie]

I think anyone can have fun at a pool, without a tremendous amount of noise.

 

[Dean]

I think anyone can have fun at a pool, without a tremendous amount of noise.

Sure, but some will be noisy and that's OK also. From a noise standpoint alone it takes a pretty dramatic situation to be considered too much and thus makes it almost impossible to complain about noise at such a location even though it can be annoying at time. Marco Polo as an example.

 

[crisi]

Even a little amount of noise in a pool becomes a lot of noise. Particularly in a situation where the pool is surrounded by buildings so the sound waves can bounce around. Which is common at Disney

But if anyone is looking for a quiet pool, hop to the Boardwalk and use the pool in the rose garden. It's seldom noisy.

 

[eliza61]

The one at Beach club is nice also. my sons loved the quiet pools because usually they were pretty empty, which meant they could rough house with each other without bumping into people.

I do try and remind them to keep the noise down especially at BCV's since the pools are surrounded by rooms right at pool level.

 

[LSchrow]

I think anyone can have fun at a pool, without a tremendous amount of noise.

that is what we thought also...the BW leisure/community/quiet pool (we've heard it called all 3 names, most often "quiet pool" by CMs) will often actually be quiet, with many ppl napping, reading, having quiet conversations - a nice little oasis away from the main pool with games, music, etc. of course, there are conversations, laughter, children splashing in the pool - even somewhat muted games of marco polo it's sweet seeing how so many parents have taught even their very little ones to be polite and considerate

and then one (yes, it will always be just one) family/group will arrive, throwing wet balls (hitting ppl and lounge chairs), yelling, having races around and banging into ppl, etc. (until the parents want to read/nap, then orders are given to "be quiet and let us rest!!!").
last year, it brought smiles to many faces overhearing a 4-5yo asking mom & dad why "those people are so rude" - from the mouths of babes .

when we are with kids or a noisier group (not mentioning names), we walk the few steps to the main pool, where the activity/fun/noise level is high. gauging an existing situation, picking an option that best suits our wants/needs while not adversely affecting others seems to make sense

But if anyone is looking for a quiet pool, hop to the Boardwalk and use the pool in the rose garden. It's seldom noisy.

shhhhhh
now, that is a true oasis

 

[Sammie]

Sure, but some will be noisy and that's OK also. From a noise standpoint alone it takes a pretty dramatic situation to be considered too much and thus makes it almost impossible to complain about noise at such a location even though it can be annoying at time. Marco Polo as an example.

Yes some level of noise is to be expected. I personally and this comes from being a former teacher for years and a lifeguard, do not feel rough play, running, or screaming is ever appropriate at any pool because it can be dangerous. These pools are not private home pools, and there is a level of noise and activity that is acceptable for a public pool and there is a level as described by LSchrow when that noise and activity is too much.

All these pools have hours posted and I feel at that time when it says it is closed, if anyone remains, then yes it is Quiet time as others are asleep. After the pool is closed due to posted hours, I personally will call and complain if I can hear the noise in my room, with the doors closed and I will expect them to respect those posted hours.

 

[goofydad99]

Well, I was curious because we use the pools closest to us when we can. Our family of 5 used the pool that was closest to our room. It was early afternoon and deserted. We had our beach ball and were just having fun. There were at least 2 groups of adults that came and basically turned around and left when they saw us there. I would say they were probably looking for a place to hang out but I don't know. Another group came later on and they came and started playing too. This happened over about a 2 hour time frame. I was just curious about what your experiences and expectations are.

This was a resort only trip that happened in 2010.

 

[Greysword]

Piggy back silly question : do the quiet pools have life jackets for the kids?

 

[MichiganDVC]

We were at Poly last year and spent most of our time at the quiet pool. I will not go into detail about how awesome it was there, and how chaotic the main pool was, but it was very serene. Until....

Until the obnoxious family arrived. Just the four of them. The parents seemed like they wanted to relax (and not have to deal with their kids) and their two kids ran around the pool screaming and trying to kill the ducks that were swimming in the pool.
No, not chasing...trying to kill the ducks. These kids would chase them out of the pool and then into the bushes trying to grab them. What did they parents say? "Go get those ducks, Johnny! Get 'em!"

Finally when the ducks flew far away, they proceeded to splash and scream until we left.

 

[Sammie]

Piggy back silly question : do the quiet pools have life jackets for the kids?

No, it is not staffed, swim at your own risk. You would have to get one at the main pool. Only towels provided.

 

[Dean]

Yes some level of noise is to be expected. I personally and this comes from being a former teacher for years and a lifeguard, do not feel rough play, running, or screaming is ever appropriate at any pool because it can be dangerous. These pools are not private home pools, and there is a level of noise and activity that is acceptable for a public pool and there is a level as described by LSchrow when that noise and activity is too much.

All these pools have hours posted and I feel at that time when it says it is closed, if anyone remains, then yes it is Quiet time as others are asleep. After the pool is closed due to posted hours, I personally will call and complain if I can hear the noise in my room, with the doors closed and I will expect them to respect those posted hours.

Certainly if the pool is closed it should be closed. Otherwise I see no difference in expectation of noise for these pools as any feature pool. What's appropriate in this arena for one is for the other and vice versa. In reality there likely will be some difference based on sheer numbers and types of activities but not expectations.

 

[Murron]

that is what we thought also...the BW leisure/community/quiet pool (we've heard it called all 3 names, most often "quiet pool" by CMs) will often actually be quiet, with many ppl napping, reading, having quiet conversations - a nice little oasis away from the main pool with games, music, etc. of course, there are conversations, laughter, children splashing in the pool - even somewhat muted games of marco polo it's sweet seeing how so many parents have taught even their very little ones to be polite and considerate

and then one (yes, it will always be just one) family/group will arrive, throwing wet balls (hitting ppl and lounge chairs), yelling, having races around and banging into ppl, etc. (until the parents want to read/nap, then orders are given to "be quiet and let us rest!!!").
last year, it brought smiles to many faces overhearing a 4-5yo asking mom & dad why "those people are so rude" - from the mouths of babes .

when we are with kids or a noisier group (not mentioning names), we walk the few steps to the main pool, where the activity/fun/noise level is high. gauging an existing situation, picking an option that best suits our wants/needs while not adversely affecting others seems to make sense


shhhhhh
now, that is a true oasis

Well said!!

 

[LauraLea]

But if anyone is looking for a quiet pool, hop to the Boardwalk and use the pool in the rose garden. It's seldom noisy.

Hey, don't go telling everybody about this gem.

Love that pool......Laura

 

[Sammie]

Certainly if the pool is closed it should be closed. Otherwise I see no difference in expectation of noise for these pools as any feature pool. What's appropriate in this arena for one is for the other and vice versa. In reality there likely will be some difference based on sheer numbers and types of activities but not expectations.

Agreed.