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General Guidelines

• RESERVATIONS: 
  • Columbia Art Center will be open for workshops, classes and small group rentals. Click here for hours of operation. 
  • Pre-registration is required for all classes and workshops. You can either register online here or by calling Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075.
  • Gallery shows require reservations.  A link to reservation sign up will be posted on our website for each show.  
• WALK-INS: The facility will not be open to visitors without an appointment.
• MASKS: Everyone coming into CA facilities is required to wear a mask at all times. 
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Everyone coming into the facility must have their temperature checked upon entry. Any participant or visitor whose temperature reads 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave immediately. Additionally, everyone is required to wear a mask at all times.
• DISTANCING: 
  • All Art Center studios have been cleaned and reconfigured to comply with proper distancing practices.
  • Physical and social distancing is expected by all staff, instructors, and students at all times.
  • Instructors and students will be required to remain in their assigned studios for programs. There will be no wandering between rooms.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • All cleaning and disinfecting will occur per the current CDC recommendations. This includes frequent cleaning of all high contact areas before the start of and at the end of all programs.
  • Hand sanitizer stations are available in each studio.
• PARENT DROP-OFF: Only program participants are permitted in the classroom/studio, including children’s programs. Parents must drop off children in the designated area.

How do I register for an art workshop or class?

You are welcome to review our roster programs and either register online here or by calling Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075.

Can I walk into the Columbia Art Center without a reservation?

No, the facility will not be open to visitors. Columbia Art Center Galleries remain closed at this time.

What do I need to do to enter the Columbia Art Center?

Please wear an appropriate and CDC-recommended face covering that completely covers the nose and mouth. Upon your entrance, symptoms screenings/temperature checks will be conducted. You will then be directed to your assigned classroom.

Is Columbia Art Center enforcing mask and distancing requirements?

Yes, all Art Center studios have been reconfigured to comply with proper social distancing practices. Physical distancing is expected by all staff, instructors, and students at all times. Instructors and students will be required to remain in their assigned studios for programs. There will be no wandering between rooms. All participants are also required to wear a mask or CDC-approved face covering at all times.

What do I do if I’m dropping off my child for a class or workshop?

We are only allowing program participants in the classroom/studio, including children’s programs. Parents must drop off children in the designated area.

Click here for more information on workshops, classes and schedules at the Columbia Art Center.

Columbia Gym and Supreme Sports Club

General Guidelines

General Guidelines

• LOCATION: Basketball hoops at Columbia Gym and Supreme Sports Club are available for reservation. Click here for the latest hours of operation at Columbia Gym and here for hours at Supreme Sports Club.
• CAPACITY: A maximum of two players will be allowed to share a hoop unless players are family on the same membership account.
• RESERVATIONS: 
  • Reservations are required for basketball facilities. Click here to make a reservation online. You can also call Columbia Gym at 410-531-0800 or Supreme Sports Club at 410-381-5355 to reserve a hoop over the phone.
  • Basketball hoops can be reserved up to seven days in advance. 
  • Each person can only make one reservation per day. Those reservations can be made on the half hour for 25 minutes or 55 minutes. 
• WALK INS: No walk-ins are permitted at this time. A reservation is required to access a hoop. 
• MASKS: Face masks are required at all times.
• EQUIPMENT: Players must bring their own equipment. There will be no loaner equipment available.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: All arena equipment and high-touch surfaces, including restrooms, are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected daily by staff following strict cleaning protocols. 
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Everyone coming into the facility must now have their temperature checked upon entry. Any participant or visitor whose temperature reads 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave immediately. Additionally, everyone is required to wear a mask at all times.

Columbia Gym and Supreme Sports Club

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

How do I reserve a hoop?

Basketball hoops are available for reservations online. Players must bring their own equipment. There will be no loaner equipment available.

How far in advance can I reserve a hoop and for how long?

Basketball hoops can be reserved online seven days in advance. Each person can only make one reservation per day. Those reservations can be made on the half hour for 25 minutes or 55 minutes. 

Who can reserve a basketball hoop?

CA Fit&Play, 5Day Golf&Play, Golf Fit&Play and CG/SSC 1Fit members can reserve a basketball hoop at no charge.  

Are the courts open for competitive play?

A maximum of two players will be allowed to share a hoop. An exception is made for families on the same membership account.  

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask while using the hoops? 

Yes, face masks are required 100% of the time while using the hoops.

Are basketball courts available to rent?

No, basketball court rentals are not available at this time.

• HOURS: Weather permitting, the Columbia DogPark (CDP) will be open Monday through Sunday.
  • FALL HOURS 
    • Aug 15 – Sept 30: 7am – 7pm
  • WINTER HOURS 
    • Oct 1 – Oct 31: 7am-6pm
    • Nov 1 (DST ends) – Feb 28: 7am – 5pm
  • SPRING HOURS
    • Mar 1 – Mar 13 (DST begins): 7am -6pm
    • Mar 14 – April 30: 7am – 7pm
  • SUMMER HOURS
    • May 1 – Aug 14: 7am – 8pm
  • The CDP Closure Line is 410-381-0511
• WALK INS: There are no daily visits or “walk-ins” permitted at this time. Only visitors with reservations will be allowed to enter in order to limit the number of people in the park at any given time. 
• RESERVATIONS: CDP patrons who have the 2021 CDP dog tag for their dog will receive an invitation to SignUp Genius and may reserve one-hour time slots using that system. Time slots can be reserved up to seven days in advance and remain open until all slots are filled.
• MASKS: Use of face masks by park patrons and CA team members is required at the entrance area. Everyone must adhere to physical distancing requirements.
• DISTANCING: No groups are permitted to congregate on park grounds.
• New hand sanitizer stations have been located throughout the park.
• ARRIVAL TIME: Patrons should arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to the start of their reserved time slot and leave the park at the conclusion of their time slot.
• EQUIPMENT: No dog toys or tennis balls are allowed in the park.
• RESTROOMS: The portable restroom is currently closed to the public.

COLUMBIA DOG PARK REOPENING

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

As Columbia Association (CA) prepares to reopen facilities and programs, we are putting the safety of our park patrons and our team members first. We will be reopening the Columbia DogPark following the guidelines in Maryland Strong: 3 Phase Roadmap to Recovery published by the governor’s office. Read below more details as we reopen.

To protect our Columbia DogPark (CDP) patrons and CA team members from coronavirus transmission, the following rules and regulations are in effect at CA’s Columbia DogPark until further notice.

• Weather permitting, the CDP will be open Monday – Sunday 7am to 7pm, with Fall and Winter hours to be announced soon. The DogPark will be closed on Thursdays from 7am to 2pm for routine maintenance. ● The DogPark Closure & Inclement Weather Line is (410) 381-0511
• CDP patrons who have the official Columbia DogPark Tag for their dog may “reserve” a one-hour time slot via the SignUp Genius email invitation. Time slots can be reserved up to seven days in advance and remain open until all slots are filled.
• To protect CDP patrons’ safety, we are taking the following precautions:

⮚ No daily visits or “walk-ins” permitted.

⮚ Reserved time slots to limit the number of park visitors at all times.

⮚ Use of face masks by park patrons and CA staff required.

⮚ Physical/social distancing adherence by CA staff and park patrons.

⮚ No groups permitted to congregate on park grounds.

⮚ Addition of new hand sanitizer stations throughout the park.

⮚ Patrons shall arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to the start of their reserved time slot and leave the park at the conclusion of their time slot.

⮚ No dog toys or tennis balls allowed in the park.

⮚ Portable restroom is closed to the public.

Thank you in advance for respecting each other and adhering to all physical and social distancing protocols. All procedures are subject to change without notice.

How do I reserve a one-hour time slot?

One-hour reservations are available through SignUp Genius. Those with a 2021 CDP dog tag will receive an email invitation to access that system. Only individuals who are registered and have the official Columbia DogPark Tag for their dogs can make a reservation.

How far in advance can I reserve a time slot and for how long?

Time slots can be reserved up to 7 days in advance.

Will the Columbia DogPark be open to the general public?

Only individuals who have an official Columbia DogPark Tag for their dog(s) will be able to access the park by reservation only.

What do I need to enter the Columbia DogPark?

Entry into the DogPark requires you to make time slot reservations via the SignUp Genius software system. Be prepared to show your dogs’ CDP annual dog tag, and provide your and your dogs’ names to the Park Attendant. Only CDP dog tag holders will be permitted at this time.

What should I do if I arrive before my reserved time slot?

Patrons, who arrive at the park before their scheduled time slot to enter, must wait in their car until patrons already in the park are able to leave and exit the park safely. No daily visits or “walk-ins” are permitted at this time. Limited numbers of park patrons will be allowed to enter the park at one time and entry will be based on time slot reservations only.

Please allow for up to a ten minute wait time at the park entrance prior to entry to permit the Park Attendant to clean the entrance area.

Will tennis balls and ball flingers be available?

We are not offering any tennis balls or ball flingers at this time. No outside dog toys are allowed.

What if my dog’s rabies vaccination has expired?

Dogs with expired rabies vaccination records will not be permitted to enter the park or reserve a time slot. If your rabies vaccination records on file with CDP are expired, please email a copy of your dogs’ updated rabies vaccination record provided by a veterinarian to open.space@columbiaassociation.org.

Will portable restrooms be available?

The portable restroom will be closed to the public until further notice.

Do you have any tips or recommendations for playing safely with my dog at the park? 

All Columbia DogPark rules and regulations are in full force, and dog handlers are responsible for their dogs’ behavior. Please carry your dogs’ leash with you into the off-leash areas in the event your dog has an altercation with another dog to enable quick intervention and separation of the dogs.

Please follow all recommended CDC guidelines for animals. Click here to learn more about CDC recommendations or more information about animals and coronavirus.

Will patrons be required to wear a face mask while visiting the Columbia DogPark? 

Park patrons are required to wear a face mask while waiting at the park entrance during the check-in process or in areas where physical/social distancing is not possible. The use of face coverings inside the off-leash areas is highly recommended, particularly for individuals who have not been vaccinated.

Why is there a difference between the operating procedures at the Columbia DogPark and the Worthington Dog Park?

The Columbia DogPark is privately owned and operated by the Columbia Association. The Worthington Dog Park is owned and operated by Howard County. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the operating procedures of the Columbia DogPark are guided and approved by the Health Department to ensure the safety of our park patrons and staff.

Check the Columbia DogPark page for information on CDP tag applications, general rules and regulations, fees, inclement weather policies and more.

Here are some of the ways we remain committed to your wellness and safety:

• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Team members and guests will be required to undergo a temperature check upon entering. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4° or higher will not be permitted inside of the facility.
• MASKS: Masks are required at all times for members and team members, including while they’re working out.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • We’ve installed Airius PureAir fans throughout the club that uses UV sanitation to kill bacteria and viruses in the air. For more information, click here.
  • Increased, thorough cleanings will be conducted using disinfectant recognized by the EPA as effective against COVID-19. This includes regular walk-throughs (no less than hourly) by our team to continually clean and sanitize high-touch areas.
  • Clubs are using hospital-grade Evaclean Protexus Electrostatic Sprayers to keep equipment and other fixtures around the club sanitized. For more information click here and here.
  • Each member will be given a clean towel to sanitize their equipment after each use. There are also an increased number of sanitation stations around the club, including equipment wipes and spray bottles. 
• DISTANCING: 
  • Signage is placed throughout the club highlighting physical distancing requirements, the direction of traffic flow, and sanitation guidelines.
  • Some amenities and equipment will be temporarily taken out of service to ensure proper physical distancing between members.
• AMENITIES: Towel service, coffee/tea and water fountains are not available at this time. Touchless water bottle filler stations will be available for use.
• PAYMENT: We are not accepting cash transactions at this time. Please use a credit card or make payments online.

Check CA’s fitness club pages for the latest hours of operation.

Will you have special hours for seniors?

Yes, Columbia Athletic Club ONLY will have special hours for adults age 60+, Monday-Sunday from 1:30-3:30pm. 

Will members using the club be required to wear a face mask at all times, even while working out?  

We are constantly reevaluating our mask policy, but at this time, CA requires face masks be worn at all times, even while members and guests are physically working out. The only exception is for those actively swimming.

Will the indoor pools at the fitness clubs be open? If so, how will physical distancing be enforced?  

Yes, the indoor pools at the fitness clubs will be open for use with physical distancing guidelines in place.

Will locker rooms and showers be available for use?

Yes, locker rooms are available for use.  Towel service and hair dryers are not available at this time.  Members are reminded to bring a personal towel or hair dryer. 

Will the saunas and hot tubs be open?

The hot tub at Columbia Athletic Club, Columbia Gym, and Supreme Sports Club is open. Members may reserve up to one 15-minute appointment per day up to 10 days in advance. Face masks are recommended but not required in the hot tub. 

The saunas are available by reservation for individual use. Members may reserve up to one 15-minute appointment per day up to 10 days in advance. A face mask is not required for individual sauna reservations.  

Towel service is still not available at this time. Members are reminded to bring a personal towel for sauna and hot tub reservations. 

When will Kidspace reopen? 

Kidspace has reopened with enhanced measures consistent with CDC guidelines. The program is open to children ages 2-13.  A face mask will be required for all children. Reservations are highly recommended, but CA is accepting drop in’s when space is available. Visit our Kidspace webpage for additional information.

Why is the towel service not being offered?

For the safety of our team members, our towel service has been removed until further notice. Members are encouraged to bring their own towel for their workouts. 

Will recreational sports like racquetball and basketball be allowed?

Racquetball is currently available for singles play. Basketball hoops are available for one-on-one play.  Members who are on the same membership account may use the courts/basketball hoop together. A face mask is required at all times. You can reserve a time online or by calling the facility.

Can I bring a guest to the fitness clubs?

Yes, you may bring a guest to workout with you. For those guests not accompanying a member, please contact a membership advocate at the facility. 

Will open gym be available at The Arena at Supreme Sports Club?

The track at the Skate Arena is available for use. The arena is restricted to group fitness classes only.

• PAYMENT: 
  • We encourage everyone to prepay your green and cart fees by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or Discover) by calling Hobbit’s Glen at 410-730-5980 or Fairway Hills at 410-730-1112 x 7 at least an hour before play or the day before if you have an early time. NO cash transactions until further notice.
  • If you haven’t prepaid, proceed to the Pro Shop following one way directional signage while maintaining social distancing. Only 3 customers will be allowed in the Pro Shop at one time. Pro Shop entrance and exit to the hallway will be clearly marked.
• MASKS:
  • If you are coming into the Pro Shop, you must wear a face covering. 
  • Face masks are recommended while golfing whenever it is not possible to maintain social distancing of at least six feet.
• DISTANCING: 
  • Physical distancing of at least 6 feet must be maintained at all times. Please help by monitoring yourselves.
  • The driving range and putting green are available to players warming up before the round as long as social distancing is maintained. Check here for the latest driving range and putting green hours. 
  • We encourage walking for those who can. Walkers can check in with the starter.
  • When finished, please remove all trash from your cart at the cart return area and leave the premises. Please do not congregate in the parking lot.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: 
  • We recommend you bring your own hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, mask, and any other protective gear you feel necessary to stay safe.
  • Golf carts, equipment, range balls, and baskets will be cleaned and sanitized after each use.
• TEE TIMES: Tee times will be spaced to 10 minutes apart to encourage distancing between groups.
• CARTS: We now have carts with “buddy screens” allowing two to a cart. Four carts per group is harmful to the turf and can not be sustained. There is a possibility carts may not be available at your tee time. We will work with everyone to accommodate as many players as possible.
• EQUIPMENT:
  • Golfers required to load and unload their own bag.
  • Avoid touching any equipment other than your own. This includes golf carts, bags, clubs, tees, pull carts, etc.
• FOOD & BEVERAGE: 
  • Please bring your own water. Drinking water is not available anywhere on the course.
  • The Turn House Restaurant is open for the purchase of food and beverages and water is available in the Pro Shop.
• RESTROOMS: Restrooms will be open in the Clubhouse and at the turn between holes 9 and 10. Restrooms are cleaned and disinfected regularly.

Click here to access updated hours of operation for Hobbit’s Glen and Fairway Hills.

Am I required to wear a mask?

Face masks are recommended whenever it is not possible to maintain social distancing of at least six feet, but they are no longer required while you play golf outdoors. We recommend you bring your own hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, and any other protective gear you feel necessary to stay safe.

Is Fairway Hills still open to the public or just CA members?

Fairway Hills remains open to all – both CA members and the general public.

What has been done to the disinfect high-contact areas?

All pro shop areas – including doors, light switches, and restrooms – are cleaned and sanitized regularly.

How many guests can I bring with me?

Members may bring three guests with them to the club.

Will I be able to bring my own alcohol since food and beverages are closed?

No, alcohol may not be brought to the courses.

Are the golf leagues going to resume?

We continue to adjust our policies and offerings as state and county restrictions are relaxed. Please check back for updates on group activities, such as leagues. 

Will you be offering golf lessons this season?

Private lessons available year-round – Indoors, and outdoors weather permitting. Masks and social distancing observed.

Are you booking for golf outings/fundraisers/tournaments for this year?

Yes, we are once again booking courses for outings, fundraisers, tournaments and other events. Please contact LIsa.Wynne@columbiaassociation.org for Hobbits Glen and Don.VanDeusen@columbiaassociation.org for Fairway Hills

If I froze or canceled my CA membership, can I still play golf at Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club?

If you are a Columbia resident, you will pay the Columbia Cardholder rate. Non-residents would pay the guest rate. However, you would not have member privileges, such as the ability to bring a guest with you.

• ILLNESS POLICY: Members who are experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 are not allowed to use the facilities or attend classes.
• CAPACITY: Due to limited space and availability, you are encouraged to limit attendance to one class per day. However, participants will not be turned away if space is available. We will monitor class demand and adjust the schedule accordingly.
• REGISTRATION: To register for a Group Fitness class, please follow the following instructions:
  • Golf F&P, CA Fit&Play may pre-register online, in person, or on the phone 48 hours in advance of your selected class.
  • 1Fit members may pre-register online, in person, or on the phone 24 hours in advance of your selected class.
  • Walk-ins are allowed on a space available basis. However, pre-registration is strongly encouraged due to space limitations.
  • Play, 5 Day Golf&Play, non-members, and Columbia Cardholders may pay a guest fee to participate in group fitness classes as space is available.

Before Class

• Arrive 5 minutes before BodyPump and 2 minutes before all other classes or your space may be given to someone on the waitlist.
• Participants are required to wear a mask 100% of the time except when physically in the pool.
• Please bring your own water bottle and towel. Other props and equipment will be made available and sanitized in between uses.
• Select a physically distanced fitness spot (see floor markers) and use only that spot before and during class.
• The instructor will call attendance prior to class start. Drop-ins will be taken on a space available basis. Clean your hands and sanitize all equipment prior to use.

During Class

• Respect other class attendees and maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet from others at all times.

After Class

• Please clean all supplies you used, put them away, and leave the facility premises.
• Clean your hands and sanitize all equipment after use.

Why must I make a reservation for all Group Fitness classes now? 

In order to accommodate physical distancing and capacity restrictions, all Group Fitness class sizes have been reduced to a maximum number of participants. With limited capacity, a reservation system allows us to provide you the best experience possible, while still following our state and local guidelines. Please visit our website for a schedule of classes. In light of the limited capacity, CA reserves the right to implement a no-show fee if needed. 

Can I reserve a spot in a Group Fitness class if I am a 1Fit member?

Yes, all fitness membership types (CA Fit&Play, 1Fit, Golf Fit&Play) are required to reserve space in classes. Click here for a tutorial on setting up your online account. If you have any issues, please contact the Customer & Member Service Center at CMSC@ColumbiaAssociation.org.

How do I reserve a spot in a Group Fitness class?

Click here to reserve your spot through your online account. You can make reservations on your phone using the CA app. Click here for instructions on that process.

Will you continue to offer Group Fitness classes and Personal Training virtually?

Yes, we will continue to provide a limited number of free virtual fitness options. Our CA at home video library is accessible via YouTube. You can also request to become part of our Group Fitness at Home Facebook group for new, exclusive content every week.

Will Personal Training and TRIBE Team Training still be offered?

Yes, our personal trainers are available for in-person or virtual training sessions. Tribe Team Training is running with in-person and virtual sessions at all three fitness clubs.  Limited space is available in the studio. Click here for a full schedule.

To protect skaters and CA team members from coronavirus transmission, the following rules and regulations are in effect at Columbia Ice Rink until further notice:

All visitors and employees must wear face masks at all times in the building. Per Governor Hogan’s latest order, skaters must also wear their masks when skating on the ice surface with the exception of competitive ice hockey games/practices.

• • • Columbia Ice Rink is now open for public skating sessions, freestyle and Stick & Puck sessions. Please click here for more information.

Learn To Skate and Brandon Ladue Hockey lessons have resumed.Credits from Spring 2020 sessions will be honored until Spring 2021. Please check the LTS and Instructional hockey pages for upcoming dates and pricing. 

There will be a maximum of 10 skaters on the designated ice surface at one time.

In the interest of safety, we are allowing only one parent/guardian per family to assist with skates and/or observe from a designated area. If the single parent has other minor children, they must sit with the parent in the stands and not roam the building. Nobody is allowed to stand at the hockey boards and glass area.

Please follow all signage regarding entering, physical distancing and one-way flow of the ice rink. Customers will enter using the front entrance of the building and proceed to the front desk to check in.

All participants and visitors will sign a waiver at the front desk.

All skaters should dress at home and come ready to skate to the extent possible. Please only bring personal items necessary to be kept in a small bag. No large hockey bags or figure skating bags allowed. Locker rooms will be closed. No showers will be available at this time.

Please arrive no sooner than 10 minutes before your skating session. No congregating permitted in and around the ice rink.

Skaters will use the warming area to put on skates, making sure to use spots on benches for social distancing. Once the session begins, all skaters and visitors will exit the warming area and enter the arena with all their belongings. Please place the skater’s personal belongings on benches in the arena. During this time, our employees will disinfect the warming area, restrooms and lobby for the next group.

Visitors will be allowed to re-enter the lobby from the arena to use restrooms only. Skaters will be allowed to use locker rooms #2 and #3 for restroom use only.

When the skating session has ended, everyone will have ten minutes to leave the building. Please follow the signage and use the two double steel doors behind the stands to exit into the parking lot. Do not go back through the lobby to exit. Skaters will change out of their skates in the designated bench areas around the ice area. Skaters will not be allowed to re-enter the warming area.

Please practice physical distancing when entering/exiting the ice surface. Coaches will assist in monitoring social distancing skaters on and off the ice accordingly.

Only one parent is allowed inside to assist younger skaters age 12 and under to tie skates. Parents must sit in the designated areas or preferably wait outside or in their car.

Before the next group is allowed to enter the ice rink area, employees will disinfect the benches, stands, doorknobs, dashers and restrooms. Sanitizing wipes will be provided for coaches and visitors as well.

All water fountains will be closed. Please have skaters bring full water bottles to the session. No spitting allowed!

Snackbar will be closed. Vending machines are closed until further notice. No outside food or drinks allowed.

Warm-ups can take place in the field across from the rink.

Additional sanitizing stations have been set up throughout the rink for your use. Sanitary wipes are also available for cleaning music equipment, timekeepers board and team benches after each use.

Please clean your team bench area and dispose of all trash before exiting.

There will be no Lost and Found bin.

Check the “General Guidelines” section for more COVID-related safety precautions.

Will team members be wearing face masks?

Yes, all team members will wear masks at all times when in the building.

Do I have to wear a mask to enter the rink?

Yes, per Governor Hogan’s latest order, all visitors must wear masks when entering the rink and throughout the duration of their skating session.

Do the skaters need to wear masks on the ice?

Yes, at this time, everyone older than five must wear a mask on the ice except when participating in competitive ice hockey games/practices.

Will coaches of hockey and figure skating be wearing masks?

Yes, coaches on the ice will wear masks at all times. Coaches are also asked to keep and monitor social distancing on the ice.

Can I pay cash to skate?

No. Please pay with a credit or debit card only.

Can my whole family still watch our child practice/play?

In the interest of safety, we are allowing only two parents/guardians per family to assist with skates and/or observe from the designated area. If the single parent has other minor children, they must sit with the parent in the area and not roam the building. Nobody is allowed to stand at the hockey boards and glass area.

When should I arrive for a skating session?

Skaters should arrive no sooner than 10 minutes before their session begins, dressed and ready to skate. When their sessions end, skaters and visitors must exit within ten minutes using the double steel doors behind the arena seating area.

My child did not finish their Learn To Skate (LTS) session. When will those lessons resume?

The ice rink has resumed Learn To Skate (LTS) lessons. Any credits from last Spring’s session will be honored through December 2021. 

My child did not finish their Brandon Ladue hockey lessons. When will those lessons resume?

The ice rink has resumed Brandon Ladue Hockey lessons. Any credits from last Spring’s session will be honored through December 2021.

Is the snack bar open?

The snack bar will be closed for now. No outside food is allowed.

Will the water fountains be available to fill our water bottles?

All water fountains will be closed until further notice.

Are you hosting birthday parties?

We are currently not offering birthday parties.

Will restrooms be open?

Yes, restrooms in the lobby and warming room area will be open. Some stations may be covered and marked not in use to allow physical distancing. Visitors will be able to re-enter the lobby to use the restrooms only. Locker room restrooms will be allowed for skaters only. 

Will locker rooms be open for changing?

Locker rooms will be closed for changing. Skaters should come ready to skate to the extent possible. Physical distancing benches are set up in the warming room and ice area to put on skates/equipment.

Will showers be available?

No, showers will be closed at this time.

 

Can I get my skates sharpened at the Ice Rink?

Yes, by appointment only. Please call the rink at 410-730-0322.

Will I be able to buy tape, laces, mouthguards, etc from the front desk?

Yes.

Will the overhead heaters in the arena be available for use?

Yes, please bring your own quarters.

For the latest program offerings and times, check out the Ice Rink page.

Check the “General Guidelines” section for more COVID-related safety precautions.

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask while skating or observing a skater?

Yes, face masks are required 100% during freestyle both on and off the ice. 

How do I reserve a spot in a freestyle skating session?

Online registration for freestyle skating is recommended. Reservations requiring admission payment at the time of booking are non-refundable.

Is a reservation required to observe, but not skate?

A reservation is not required to only observe.

Will I be required to sign a waiver?

All skaters and observers are required to sign a COVID19 waiver prior to entry.

Are food and beverage allowed?

The snack bar is closed at this time. Outside food is not allowed.

Where/when can I put on my skates?

Please arrive ten minutes before the session begins to put on skates. Benches and chairs are provided in the warming room and rink area. Please use the physically distant markers to sit. Skaters may bring one small bag to place personal items.

Can I use locker rooms to get dressed?

No, skaters should come dressed to skate. Benches and chairs in the warming and arena areas are available to put on skates. Please sit on socially distant markers.

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask while skating or observing a skater?

Yes, face masks are required 100% during stick & puck both on and off the ice. Stick and puck is a leisurely shoot around, not practice or game.

Are reservations required to attend a stick & puck session?

Advance reservations are highly recommended due to the reduced capacity of each skate session. Limited drop-in admission may be available during each session, but admission may not be guaranteed.

How do I reserve a spot in a Stick & Puck session?

Stick & Puck session reservations may be made online.

Reservations for all Stick & Puck sessions may be made up to ten days in advance. Reservations requiring admission payment at the time of booking are non-refundable.

I would like to skate with my children. Do I need to make a reservation and pay admission as a parent if I plan to skate?

Yes, every individual skating must make a reservation and pay a separate admission to skate. The number of skaters allowed at each session is currently limited to 40.

Is a reservation required to observe, but not skate?

A reservation is not required to only observe.

Will I be required to sign a waiver?

All skaters and observers are required to sign a COVID19 waiver prior to entry.

Can my team practice or play a game?

No, there is no gameplay or monopolizing of ice. Stick & Puck is a leisurely shoot around for fun.

Are food and beverage allowed?

The snack bar is closed at this time. Outside food and drink is not allowed with the exception of bottled water.

Where/when can I put on my skates?

Please arrive ten minutes before the session begins to put on skates. Benches and chairs are provided in the warming room and rink area. Please use the physically distant markers to sit.

Can I use locker rooms to get dressed?

No, players should come dressed to play. Helmets are required on the ice. Goaltenders may use a designated space to dress if needed.

For the latest program offerings and times, check out the Ice Rink page.

 

Indoor Pools

 

General Guidelines

Below are some of the changes you can expect at Aquatics facilities:

• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Team members working at the front desk will check the temperature of anyone entering our aquatics facilities using a contact-free thermometer. Anyone with a temperature 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave immediately.
• MASKS: Masks are required at all times before entering the pool and after leaving the pool. Masks should only be removed as swimmers prepare to enter the pool to swim and should be put back on immediately after exiting the water. All Aquatic team members will wear a face mask during their shift. 
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: 
  • Airius PureAir fans have been installed in Columbia Swim Center’s lobby that provide UV sanitation of the air, which kills bacteria and viruses. For more information, click here.
  • Team members will conduct Increased thorough cleanings throughout the day, will be conducted using disinfectant recognized by EPA as effective against COVID-19. This includes regular walk-throughs (no less than hourly) by our team to continually clean and sanitize high-touch areas.
  • Fresh air intake provided by HVAC systems increases air exchange rates in all CA facilities.
• DISTANCING: Signage is placed throughout the club highlighting physical distancing requirements, direction of traffic flow and sanitation guidelines.
• RESERVATIONS:
  • Laps, Recreational Swimming and Aqua Fitness classes all require advanced registration and have capacity limitations. You can find registration information below.  Information on how to register can be found further down on this page.
  • Non-resident Play members may use the pool at Supreme Sports Club and Columbia Gym on a drop-in basis (no advance reservations available) and will be charged the Columbia Cardholder admission rate.
• EQUIPMENT:  For your safety, towel service, coffee/tea, ice/water machines, snack bar (Columbia Swim Center) and cash/check transactions (credit card or online payments only) will not be available until further notice.
• CHLORINE LEVELS: We have increased the minimum level of chlorine in main pools from 1.5ppm to 2.5ppm and the minimum level of chlorine in wading pools from 3.0 ppm to 4.0 ppm.

• LOCATION: All classes are being held at Columbia Gym for now. We hope to bring classes back to Columbia Athletic Club and Supreme Sports Club soon. 
• CAPACITY: Class sizes remain limited according to state and county guidelines.
• DISTANCING: 
  • Students are distanced 6 feet apart with stickers on the floor.
  • No physical contact occurs during class.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: A 15-minute period is scheduled between classes to clean and sanitize the class area.
• DROP OFF: No parents are allowed in the room during class.
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Parents and kids’ temperatures are taken upon arrival. Instructors also have their temperatures taken before teaching classes.
• MASKS: Masks are required to be worn 100% of the time by the instructor and students during class.

 

We have postponed the return of some classes, including those for families and 2-3 years olds for safety reasons.

Click here to view the latest class schedules and to register online.

Below are some of the changes you can expect at Aquatics facilities:

• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Team members working at the front desk will check the temperature of anyone entering our aquatics facilities using a contact-free thermometer. Anyone with a temperature 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave immediately.
• MASKS: Masks are required at all times before entering the pool and after leaving the pool. Masks should only be removed as swimmers prepare to enter the pool to swim and should be put back on immediately after exiting the water. All Aquatic team members will wear a face mask during their shift. 
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: 
  • Airius PureAir fans have been installed in Columbia Swim Center’s lobby that provide UV sanitation of the air, which kills bacteria and viruses. For more information, click here.
  • Team members will conduct Increased thorough cleanings throughout the day, will be conducted using disinfectant recognized by EPA as effective against COVID-19. This includes regular walk-throughs (no less than hourly) by our team to continually clean and sanitize high-touch areas.
  • Fresh air intake provided by HVAC systems increases air exchange rates in all CA facilities.
• DISTANCING: Signage is placed throughout the club highlighting physical distancing requirements, direction of traffic flow and sanitation guidelines.
• RESERVATIONS:
  • Laps, Recreational Swimming and Aqua Fitness classes all require advanced registration and have capacity limitations. You can find registration information below.  Information on how to register can be found further down on this page.
  • Non-resident Play members may use the pool at Supreme Sports Club and Columbia Gym on a drop-in basis (no advance reservations available) and will be charged the Columbia Cardholder admission rate.
• EQUIPMENT:  For your safety, towel service, coffee/tea, ice/water machines, snack bar (Columbia Swim Center) and cash/check transactions (credit card or online payments only) will not be available until further notice.
• CHLORINE LEVELS: We have increased the minimum level of chlorine in main pools from 1.5ppm to 2.5ppm and the minimum level of chlorine in wading pools from 3.0 ppm to 4.0 ppm. 

Will members using the pool be required to wear a face mask?

Members are required to wear face coverings when entering or exiting the facility and when interacting with CA team members or other guests. Mask should only be removed as swimmers prepare to enter the pool to swim and should be put back on immediately after exiting the water.

Will locker rooms and showers be available for use?

Columbia Athletic Club and Columbia Gym locker room and showers available. We still encourage visitors to wear their swimsuit to and from the pool and shower at home if at all possible.

Will you have special hours for seniors?

Yes, the Columbia Athletic Club Therapy Pool ONLY will have special hours for adults age 60+, Monday-Sunday from 1:30-3:30pm.

Why is the towel service not being offered?

For the safety of our team members, our towel service has been removed until further notice. Members are encouraged to bring their own towels for their workouts and swims.

Why are the coffee/tea and ice/water machines not in use?

These machines have been taken out of service to reduce the number of touchpoints that might transmit infection.

Why must I make a reservation for Lap Swimming now?

A reservation system allows us to provide you the best experience possible while still following our state and local guidelines when it comes to physical distancing and capacity restrictions. In light of limited capacity, CA reserves the right to implement a no-show fee if needed.

Why must I make a reservation for all Aqua Fitness classes now?

Group fitness class sizes are constantly adjusted based on physical distancing and capacity restrictions. A reservation system allows us to provide you the best experience possible, while still following our state and local guidelines. Visit this page on CA’s website for the latest class schedule. In light of the limited capacity, CA reserves the right to implement a no-show fee if needed.

Can I reserve a spot in an Aqua Fitness class if I am a 1Fit member?

Yes, all fitness membership types (CA Fit&Play, 1Fit, Golf Fit&Play) are required to reserve space in classes. Please follow this link to reserve your spot or download the CA app to your phone. You will use Group X to register for classes and recreational swim. You will use the Scheduler for reserving lap lanes. Click here for instructions on online registration.

If you have not previously used our online reservation system please click here. If you have any issues, please contact Customer & Member Service Center at CMSC@ColumbiaAssociation.org. 

When will SplashDown resume?

We are still looking into options to open SplashDown for future use. Please check back for updates.We plan to open Splashdown at a later date.

Are you offering One-on-One Swim Lessons?

Yes, lessons are 15 minutes with a 5 minute break between lessons to allow participants to safely rotate in and out of lessons. Swim instructors will wear a protective swim mask and swim goggles during the duration of the lesson. Click here to register for swim lessons.

Are you offering Group Swim Lessons? 

In order to accommodate physical distancing and capacity restrictions, we are limiting swim lessons to one-on-one at this time. With limited capacity, a reservation system allows us to provide you the best experience possible, while still following our state and local guidelines. We will continue to look at adding more swim lesson opportunities as regulations change.

Can I stay and watch my child’s swim lesson?

No observers or supervisors are allowed in the Lobby. There is no recreational swimming or wading pool available during the lessons times.

Are reservations required for Lap Swim?

Yes, lap lanes are only available via reservations. Members are limited to two reservations per day, and lap lanes can be reserved up to seven days in advance. Lap lanes are available for reservations under “Scheduler” in the online system. Click for instructions for creating your online account. 

Do lap swimmers need to distance while using lanes?

We encourage swimmers to social distance while sharing a lane. Please enter and exit from opposite sides and take breaks on opposite sides of the pool.

Am I allowed to observe if I don’t have a reservation?

All children ages 13 or younger must be accompanied by a supervisor. Supervisors who are CA members or Columbia Cardholders must be at least 14 years old. Supervisors who are non-members – whether they are using a guest pass or paying the daily admission fee – must be at least 21 years old.

No observers or supervisors are allowed at this time. Anyone inside the facility must have a reserved space. Recreational swim and open swim can be reserved online up to 10 days in advance.

Click here to view the latest pool schedules, Lap Swim reservation times and pool capacities.

CA is currently reviewing the latest state and county mandates and will be updating guidelines as soon as possible. Please check back for the latest ahead of the outdoor pool season.

• MASKS: CA is currently evaluating our mask policy for outdoor pools. Thank you for your patience!
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • Team members will clean high-touch points throughout the day using disinfectant recognized by EPA as effective against COVID-19.
  • Thorough cleanings will take place on a daily basis in between non-reservation swim hours and reservation tims.
• DISTANCING: We encourage everyone to maintain at least six feet of distance in the pool and while on our facility grounds.
• RESERVATIONS:
  • Reservations will not be required during daytime hours. In order to accommodate those who prefer smaller group settings, reservations will be required after 5pm.
  • Lap Swim and Aqua Fitness classes require advanced registration to enforce capacity limits.
• EQUIPMENT:  For your safety, towel service, coffee/tea, ice/water machines, snack bars, cash/check transactions (credit card or online payments only) will not be available until further notice.

Registration is open for swim lessons! Click here for more information on swim lessons. 

Registration is open for CNSL! Click here for what CNSL will look like this summer.

Looking forward to Aqua Fitness? Here’s what you can expect.

For the latest Rec Swim, Lap Swim and program schedules at your neighborhood pool, check out our outdoor pools page.

How will COVID-19 restrictions affect my experience?

Your health and safety are our top priority, so this summer will look different than what you’ve experienced in years past. This could mean mask requirements and ongoing capacity limits, as well as cleaning protocol and safety measures for our team members. 

CA continues to monitor capacity limits, case numbers, vaccination rates and guidelines from health experts. We will take all available information to make the best possible decisions for our community as we get closer to reopening the pools.

Will my neighborhood pool be open this summer?

The following 15 outdoor pools will open for the 2021 season:

• Clemens Crossing (CCP) 
• Dickinson (DIP)
• Dorsey Hall (DHP) 
• Hawthorn (HAP)
• Hobbit’s Glen (HGP) 
• Hopewell Mini WaterPark (HWP)
• Huntington (HUP) 
• Kendall Ridge (KRP) 
• Longfellow (LFP)
• Phelps Luck (PLP) 
• River Hill (RHP) 
• Running Brook (RBP)
• Steven’s Forest (SFP)  
• Swansfield Mini Water Park (SWP)
• Thunder Hill (THP) 

The following eight pools will not open this summer:

• Bryant Woods (BWP) 
• Clary’s Forest (CFP)  
• Dasher Green (DGP) 
• Faulkner Ridge (FRP) 
• Jeffers Hill (JHP)
• Locust Park (LPP) 
• MacGill’s Common (MCP)
• Talbott Springs (TSP)

To find the CA pool closest to you this summer, check out this map.

To learn more about the decision to open 15 pools, read this article about the FY 2022 budget proposal. Those recommendations were approved by the Board of Directors on February 25.

Is CNSL happening this year?

We are excited for the return of Columbia Neighborhood Swim League (CNSL) this summer! Registration begins on May 3. It is important to remember that swimmers will have to adjust based on county and state COVID-19 guidelines. Currently, that means no pep rallies or charity nights. CA will also be holding virtual meets and imposing restrictions on who can attend practices and meets. We will continue to reevaluate options to make CNSL as inclusive as possible.

Will I have to make an online reservation? 

Considering the latest case numbers, vaccination rates and local guidelines, reservations will not be required for daytime use of CA’s outdoor pools. For most locations, the non-reservation time will run until 5pm. Throughout that time, capacity will be limited to 175 people. 

At 5pm, CA team members will clear out the pool area and thoroughly clean the area. Then, evening hours will require reservations from 5:30-7pm to accommodate those who prefer a smaller group setting. Capacity will be limited to 50. Drop-ins are allowed in only on a space-available basis during this time. Play, Fit&Play and Golf Fit&Play members and Columbia Card holders will be able to register up to 10 days in advance from the activity start time. 

Don’t have a Spectrum NG account? Contact our Customer and Member Services Center at CMSC@ColumbiaAssociation.org or 410-730-1801.

Can I get into the pools if I’m not a member or Columbia Card holder?

Yes, everyone is welcome to come and pay admission during the daytime hours. Non-members and non-residents will only be able to swim in the evenings on a space-available basis after CA Members, Columbia Cardholders and guests of members and Columbia Cardholders have been checked in to the pool.

Will I be allowed to bring guests this summer?

Guests and non-members will be able to pay or use a guest pass to enter the pool if space is available. During reservation hours, guests and non-members must wait until all members and Columbia Card holders have checked in. 

Will bathrooms and showers be open?

Restrooms will be open, but we ask everyone to limit their time in those shared spaces by coming to the pool in their swim attire and showering at home.

Will the snack bar be open?

Snack bars will not be open this summer, but you are welcome to bring your own food and drink into the pool facilities (no glass containers or alcohol). The Aquatics team is working closely with Open Space to allow for food trucks to make regular stops by pool locations as an option to support local business.

Should I bring my own chair to the pool?

To limit shared surfaces, CA will not provide any lawn chairs. Please be prepared to bring your own chairs and/or towels to use while at the pool.

Be the first to know about those schedules by signing up for our CA Swim newsletter and following CA Swim on Facebook and Twitter.

• EQUIPMENT: Players must bring their own equipment. There will be no loaner equipment available.
• RESERVATIONS: 
  • All reservations are made online or over the phone up to seven days in advance.
  • Court reservations can be made on the hour and last for 45 minutes or 115 minutes. This allows for our team members to clean touch points and avoid the congregating or passing of players between reservations.
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Every person coming into our fitness facilities will have their temperature taken by team members using a contact-free thermometer. Anyone with a temperature 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • Each member will be given a spray bottle and clean towel to sanitize the door handle and any other touch points, before and after each use.
  • All equipment and high-touch surfaces, including restrooms, are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected daily by staff following strict cleaning protocols. 
• WALK INS: No walk-ins are permitted at this time. Access to the courts will be based on court reservations only.

 

Click here to access the latest hours of operation at Columbia Athletic Club.

Click here to access the latest hours of operation at Supreme Sports Club.

Are reservations required to use the courts?

Reservations are required to play on the courts. Racquetball/squash courts are available for reservations online. Click here to access the online reservation system. Players must bring their own equipment. There will be no loaner equipment available.

How far in advance can I reserve a court and for how long?

Racquetball/squash courts can be reserved online seven days in advance. Those reservations can be made on the hour for 45 minutes or 115 minutes at a time. This reduces the likelihood of contact with others who have reservations and gives members 15 minutes in between reservations to sanitize high-touch areas.

Who can reserve a racquetball/squash court?

CA Fit&Play, 5Day Golf&Play, Golf Fit&Play and AC/SSC 1Fit members can reserve a racquetball/squash court at no charge.  

Are the courts open for match/doubles play?

Racquetball/squash courts are available for individual use or singles match play only.  Double play and challenge courts are not permitted at this time, except for families on the same membership account.   

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask while using the courts? 

Yes, face masks are required 100% of the time while using the courts.

• DROP OFF & PICK UP: No parents/guardians will be permitted into the program with children for any reason. Parent drop off and pick up take place outside of the program. 
• MASKS: 
  • Children and staff are required to wear masks/approved face coverings that cover their nose and mouth for the duration of the program. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
  • Parents and children must wear masks covering their noses and mouths during pick up and drop. 
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: 
  • Families will have to complete both a symptoms questionnaire and a temperature check before children will be permitted into the program each day. Temperatures of participants must be taken in the presence of CA staff and recorded.
  • Any children that will be utilizing the full day program, temperature checks will be conducted mid-day.
• DISTANCING: Children will be required to maintain the six feet of social distance for the duration of the program day.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • Handwashing will occur upon arrival, before and after snacks/meals, upon return from outside and any other time during the program that bodily fluids may be present.
  • All cleaning and disinfecting will occur per the current CDC recommendations. This includes frequent cleaning of all high contact areas used by children before the start and at the end of each program, after children use an area, including bathroom door and faucet handles, and transition to another, before and after snack, after outdoor play and anytime bodily fluids are present.

Childcare during Distance Learning

2020-2021 School Year

*What type of care is available?

The following options are available:

• Full day – 7 am to 6 pm
• Mornings only – 7 am to noon
• Afternoons only – 1 pm to 6 pm

Full Program: For your convenience we are offering an opportunity to register your child for care September 8, 2020 thru January 28, 2021. Fees will be assessed in five monthly payments on Sept. 3rd, Oct. 3rd, Nov. 3rd, Dec. 3rd and Jan. 3rd.

• Full day (7 am to 6 pm) – $825.60 per month
• Mornings only (7 am to noon) – $412.80 per month
• Afternoons only (1 pm to 6 pm) – $412.80 per month

Please note: morning and afternoon times may be adjusted based on distance learning times.

While the full program is the most cost effective option, CA is offering flexible weekly and daily enrollment options as well.

Weekly:

• Full Day – $215 per week
• Morning or Afternoon – $108 per week

Daily:

• Full Day – $50 per day
• Morning or Afternoon – $30 per day

*Will the schools be used for childcare? What are the locations?

Howard County Public School System granted us permission to offer full day child care services at the following schools: Centennial, Clemens Crossing, Clarksville, Cradlerock, Hammond, Northfield, Phelps Luck, Swansfield, Waterloo, and Worthington.

*Will CA help my child with school work (distance learning)?

In support of the requirement for distance learning, CA SAS will allow each student to bring their electronic device, laptop/Chromebook/Ipad, for school and educational purposes only. Children will also need to bring a headset to wear while they are online as not to disturb other students during their scheduled class meeting times. We will ask that families provide the CA Director at their location with their child’s schedule for classes; we will remind students of their class schedules and make sure they have access to the location’s WiFi. For those students needing to access teacher office hours and additional support, we will also track those times provided to us and remind students to log on. We have assured HCPSS that we will not interfere with their established and approved plan for teacher instruction and that students will be directed to the appropriate school instructor to assist with school related work. Children will also have the opportunity to work on their homework during program hours.

*What precautions will be in place to combat the spread of COVID -19?

CA will adhere to all guidance provided to child care programs from The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). For families, this will include:

• Parent drop off and pick up outside of the program (no parents/guardians will be permitted into the program with children for any reason). Parents and children must wear masks covering their noses and mouths during pick up and drop. Any children that will be utilizing the full day program, temperature checks will be conducted mid-day.
• Families will have to complete both a symptoms questionnaire and a temperature check before children will be permitted into the program each day. Temperatures of participants must be taken in the presence of CA staff and recorded.
• Children and staff are required to wear masks/approved face coverings that cover their nose and mouth for the duration of the program. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
• Children will be required to maintain the six feet of social distance for the duration of the program day.
• Handwashing will occur upon arrival, before and after snacks/meals, upon return from outside and any other time during the program that bodily fluids may be present.
• All cleaning and disinfecting will occur per the current CDC recommendations. This includes frequent cleaning of all high contact areas used by children: before the start and at the end of each program, after children use an area, including bathroom door and faucet handles, and transition to another, before and after snack, after outdoor play and anytime bodily fluids are present.

*What is the illness policy?

Childcare staff must monitor children for signs and symptoms of acute illness and notify a child’s parent or guardian upon observing signs or symptoms of acute illness. Staff must provide temporary isolation for the affected child in a suitably equipped separate area within sight and hearing of an adult. Staff may not admit a child to care or allow a child to remain in care when the child is exhibiting symptoms of acute illness. A child may not be readmitted to care for an absence of three days or more, due to an illness, without a written statement from their physician stating that the child is not contagious and may return to a regular schedule.

A child may be excluded from care if:

• The child’s illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in activities that the facility routinely offers for healthy children or mildly ill children.
• The child is displaying any of the signs and symptoms that require an evaluation from a health care provider as indicated by the child’s age and condition. In this situation, the parent is notified of the need for immediate emergent or urgent issues.
• The illness requires more care than the childcare staff is able to provide without compromising the needs of the other children in the group.
• The child exhibits an acute change in behavior. Examples may include lethargy, a lack of responsiveness, irritability, persistent crying, difficulty breathing, or a quickly spreading rash.
• The child has a fever at or above 100.4 degrees F, taken orally or a temporal scan.
• The child has diarrhea. The child will not be readmitted to care until diarrhea-free for 24 hours.
• The child is vomiting. The child will not be readmitted to care until vomiting has ceased for 24 hours.
• The child has impetigo/scabies. The child will not be readmitted until treatment has started, as verified by a healthcare professional.
• The child has Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease.
• Symptoms indicating a probable case of COVID-19:

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.

Sick children and staff will be required to stay home. Sick staff will be sent home immediately and sick children are required to be picked up by a parent or emergency contact within 30 minutes.

• Communicate to parents the importance of keeping children home when they are sick.
• Communicate to staff the importance of being vigilant for symptoms and staying in touch with facility management if or when they start to feel sick.
• Establish procedures to ensure children and staff who come to the child care center sick or become sick while at your facility are sent home as soon as possible.
• Keep sick children and staff separate from well children and staff until they can be sent home.
• Sick staff members should not return to work until they have met the criteria to discontinue home isolation. Physicians notes will be required for children to return to care and staff to return to work.
• Have a plan if someone is or becomes sick.

• Plan to have an isolation room or area (such as a cot in a corner of the classroom) that can be used to isolate a sick child.
• Be ready to follow CDC guidance on how to disinfect your building or facility if someone is sick.
• If a sick child has been isolated in your facility, clean and disinfect surfaces in your isolation room or area after the sick child has gone home.
• If COVID-19 is confirmed in a child or staff member:
  • CA will contact the Howard County Health Dept for guidance on next steps.
  • Close off areas used by the person who is sick.
  • Open outside doors and windows to increase air circulation in the areas.
  • Wait up to 24 hours or as long as possible before you clean or disinfect to allow respiratory droplets to settle before cleaning and disinfecting.
  • Clean and disinfect all areas used by the person who is sick, such as offices, bathrooms, and common areas.
  • If more than 7 days have passed since the person who is sick visited or used the facility, additional cleaning and disinfection is not necessary. Continue routine cleaning and disinfection.

Should it be necessary to contact a parent regarding illness or injury, it is the parent’s responsibility to arrange to pick up the child within 30 minutes of notification.

*What will the program schedule be like?

In addition to the time that children spend with distance learning, we will work around the scheduled classroom times of the group to provide our typical recreation-based activities. Current MSDE and CDC guidelines with regard to health/safety and social distancing will be observed. Per the CDC recommendations, the use of shared objects (e.g. gym or physical education equipment, art supplies, toys, games) should be limited when possible, or cleaned between use). Children will wear masks and wash their hands prior to entering the program each day. Children will not share games, equipment and art/craft supplies during the program.

*Will snacks and meals be provided?

CA will continue to provide a morning and afternoon snack. Free breakfast and lunch are available for the participants in the SAS childcare program.

Children will be permitted to bring their lunch (no nuts/nut products permitted). Children should bring a water bottle. Disposable cups will not be provided and water fountains are closed. Water bottles can be refilled on premises.

All SportsPark Players Participants and Guests

• MASKS: 
  • When you are in the clubhouse, you MUST wear a mask over your nose and mouth at all times.
  • You must wear a mask when physically distancing at least six feet is not possible unless you are in the same household.
• DISTANCING: Maintain physical distancing at all times following the markers on the clubhouse floor.
• ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE: Follow one way directions for entering and exiting the facility.
• PAYMENT: Please pay with a credit or debit card. We are not accepting cash at this time. Please have your payment ready before reaching the register.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: Hand sanitizer stations are available inside the clubhouse.

Mini Golf

• EQUIPMENT: 
  • All equipment necessary to play will be provided to you at check-in.
  • Do not share any equipment with anyone that is not in your household.
  • After finishing your round return all equipment to the clubhouse. Please deposit equipment into the return bin to be cleaned for the next use.
• DISTANCING: 
  • During check-in you will be instructed where to proceed to begin your round.
  • While on the course, you MUST keep physical distancing of at least six feet unless in the same household.
  • Wait to tee off until the group in front of you has completed the hole and moved to the next hole.
  • Stay on the course and the sidewalks. Do not climb on any rocks.
  • Please respect physical distancing in the clubhouse at all times.
• MASKS: 
  •  If you lose your golf ball and need to go into the clubhouse to get another, enter through the exit with your mask on.

Batting Cages

• EQUIPMENT: 
  • Batting helmets and bats will be provided at check-in if needed. There is a limited supply of equipment, so it is recommended that you bring your own.
  • Do not share equipment with anyone that is not in your household.
  • After finishing, return all borrowed equipment to the return bin through the exit door inside the clubhouse so that it can be cleaned for the next use.
• MASKS: Masks may only be removed while you are batting inside the batting cage.
• DISTANCING: 
  • After paying and receiving your equipment, you will be instructed where to proceed to begin your batting.
  • While at the facility and in your batting cage area, you MUST keep physical distancing.
  • You must maintain proper physical distancing while you wait for your turn to bat.
  • Please stay on the sidewalks. Do not walk through the mini golf area.

Skateboarding

• EQUIPMENT:
  • Instructors will only be allowed to touch and use their equipment or equipment provided by CA.
  • Students are highly encouraged to bring their own equipment and give equipment a thorough cleansing prior to the lesson.
  • Equipment such as helmets and pads are available and will be thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by the instructor before and after each lesson.
• MASKS: 
  • Students are not permitted to wear a face mask during the lesson, as it may impair vision and breathing. Face masks are required prior to and after the lesson.
  • Masks and gloves may be worn but are not required during the lesson, except for when the instructor is within eight feet of the student. Outside of the lesson, masks are required.
• DISTANCING: Instructors will position students at well-spaced intervals during lessons.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: Use hand sanitizer frequently during and after your lesson.

All procedures are subject to change without notice.

Click here to view updated hours of operation.

Is SportsPark open for the public to use?

The SportsPark is open to everyone: CA members, Columbia residents and the general public.

What precautions does CA have in place for safety and cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting the equipment?

All equipment that CA provides (bats, helmets, putters, golf balls) is thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by staff after each use.

What other steps are you taking to keep us safe?

An abundance of hand sanitizer stations are available throughout the SportsPark. Physical distancing is expected to be adhered to by staff and members/guests. No congregating will be permitted at this time. Members/guests are asked to leave the facility at the end of your activity/event.

Are the restrooms and clubhouse accessible? How are they cleaned?

Both restrooms and the clubhouse are accessible. Face masks are required at all times inside the clubhouse. The entire clubhouse, including restrooms, is thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by staff daily following strict cleaning protocols.

How many guests can I bring with me?

You are allowed no more than four people in your group for golf or per batting cage. If you have more than four you will be divided into two or more groups.

Will we be able to play arcade games, air hockey and hoops?

No. Arcade games, air hockey and hoops are closed at this time.

Will the playground and pavilion be open?

No, the playground and pavilion will remain closed until further notice.

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask when registering to play? What about while using the batting cages or playing mini-golf?

Members and guests are required to wear a mask while interacting with staff and while in the clubhouse. Per Governor Hogan’s latest order, masks are also required outdoors when physical distancing of six feet is not possible.

Is the snack bar open? May I bring my own snacks and drinks?

The snack bar will be closed for now. There will only be bottled water for sale. You may bring your own snacks and drinks, but they must be consumed outside of the batting cages and mini golf course. Water bottles are allowed in the cages and on the golf course. No glass containers or alcoholic beverages are allowed. Drinking fountains will not be available to use.

Am I able to book time and pay online?

No. At this time we are only accepting walk-in mini-golfers.

Are reservations required or am I able to make reservations?

We do not accept or require reservations to play mini-golf. We are able to keep a steady flow of participants upon their arrival.

Are you hosting birthday parties?

We are currently not offering birthday parties.

 Can I bring my own bat and helmet to the batting cages?

Yes, we strongly encourage you to bring all of your own equipment. However, please do not share your equipment.

If I do not have the equipment, will CA provide it? What safety precautions does CA have in place for safety and cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting the equipment?

Yes, we have bats and helmets. All equipment that CA provides is given upon check-in and is returned to the designated return bin upon finishing your activity/event. ALL equipment will be thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by staff after each use.

How will you assign batting cages for baseball and softball?

You may select the cage of your choice from those that are open when you begin. You must stay in that cage the entire time, unless management gives permission to use another cage.

Am I able to book time and pay online?

Yes, we encourage you to book time online. 

Will there be times for unlimited batting?

Not at this time.

Your batting cages use tokens. When I am out of tokens, am I able to purchase more? Will they be cleaned?

You may purchase more tokens by getting in line while practicing safe physical distancing. However, if others are waiting, we reserve the right to allow them to bat next. Tokens removed from the collection box are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected before and after each use.

Can I schedule skateboarding lessons?

Lessons are available for 60 minutes, and schedules will be booked through each instructor.

Can I stay with my child during their lesson?

Parents/guardians delivering or retrieving minors will not be allowed in the SkatePark (exception for injury or young students in need of parental assistance, in which case one parent will be allowed). Please arrive no more than five minutes before your lesson is scheduled to begin and leave immediately after conclusion of the lesson. Parents will be allowed to wait on the SkatePark outside benches, but not in the Clubhouse. 

Will skateboarding equipment be available?

Equipment such as helmets and pads are available and will be thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by the instructor before and after each lesson. Students are highly encouraged to bring their own equipment and give equipment a thorough cleansing prior to the lesson. No sharing of any equipment allowed. 

Are masks required during skateboarding lessons?

Students are not permitted to wear a face mask during the lesson, as it may impair vision and breathing. Face masks are required prior to and after the lesson. Wash hands before and after your lesson and use hand sanitizer frequently during the lesson.If you are not feeling well, please reschedule. Participants showing any symptoms of illness will be asked to leave immediately.

How do I pay for lessons?

No cash or check transactions allowed. All lessons must be purchased via series sales or paid prior to the lesson on site or by phone with a credit card or debit card.

To protect tennis and pickleball players and CA team members from coronavirus transmission the following rules and regulations are in effect at all CA tennis facilities until further notice.

• LOCATION: Owen Brown Tennis Club, Long Reach Tennis Club, Columbia Athletic club and Racquet Club at Hobbits Glen are open for outdoor and indoor tennis. Pickleball is available at Owen Brown Tennis Club.
• RESERVATIONS: 
  • Tennis and Pickleball Courts are available for reservations online on Columbia Association’s Customer Service System. 
  • Courts can be reserved online up to seven days in advance, for either 55 or 85 mins. 
• ILLNESS POLICY: If you are not feeling well, please reschedule. Participants showing any symptoms of illness will be asked to leave immediately. 
• PAYMENT: We are not accepting cash or checks at this time. All payments and reservations should be made online or over the phone. On-site, please pay with a credit or debit card. 
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: You will be required to undergo a temperature check upon entering. This will be done by CA team members with a contact-free thermometer. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4° or higher will not be permitted inside of the facility.
• MASKS: Masks or face coverings are required. However, anyone actively playing tennis or pickleball who is not part of an instruction or lesson is allowed to remove their mask or face covering while actively playing.
• DISTANCING: 
  • Physical distancing is expected to be adhered to by staff and players. 
  • No congregating will be permitted at this time.
• TOUCH POINTS: There are minimal touch points on the court. All scorecards, and water coolers have been removed. Chairs and benches are available on the courts spaced 6ft apart for member/guest use. Each court reservation will receive a disinfectant spray bottle and wash cloth to wipe down chairs and benches after use. 
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS: 
  • We have an abundance of hand sanitizer stations available. 
  • The entire club – high touch surfaces, including restrooms – is thoroughly cleaned, sanitized and disinfected by staff daily following strict cleaning protocols.
• ARRIVAL TIME: Players are expected to arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to their start time and leave the club at the conclusion of the reserved court time (no walk-ins at this time).
• FOOD & BEVERAGE: Please bring your own water, as no beverages will be available. We have touchless bottle filler stations available if you have your own bottle. 
• RESTROOMS: Restrooms will be available when the clubs are open.

All procedures are subject to change without notice.

Where can I play tennis?

Tennis courts are open at Columbia Athletic Club, Long Reach Tennis Club, Owen Brown Tennis Club, and Racquet Club at Hobbits Glen. Click here for updated hours of operation.

Where can I play pickleball?

Owen Brown Tennis Club. Click here for updated hours of operation.

How do I reserve a tennis court or pickleball court?

You can reserve tennis and pickleball courts online or by calling the facility where you’d like to play. Click here to access the online reservation system.

How far in advance can I reserve a tennis or pickleball court and for how long?

Tennis and pickleball courts can be reserved online up to seven days in advance for either 55 or 85 minutes.

Will USTA League Play be offered?

Yes, USTA league play is currently being offered.

Am I able to play doubles and singles?

Yes to both.

Will tennis balls and pro shop accessories, stringing services be available?

We are offering tennis ball and new racquet sales as well as stringing services at Long Reach Tennis Club.

Will water and restrooms be available?

Please bring your own water, as no beverages will be available. We have touchless bottle filler stations available if you have your own bottle. Restrooms will be available when the clubs are open.

Will the ball machine be available for use?

Yes, the ball machine is available for use at Owen Brown Tennis Club and Long Reach Tennis Club by reservation only.

What are some tips and recommendations on playing tennis safely?

Please review USTA COVID-19 Playing Tennis Safely for player tips and safety recommendations.

Are all tennis clubs open to CA Members only or can the general public use them as well?

All tennis clubs except Wilde Lake Tennis Club are open to everyone. Non-members will have to pay the guest fee as well as court fees.

Will tennis players be required to wear a face mask when registering to play? While playing tennis?

While interacting with staff, we require you to wear face masks. They are also required indoors and outdoors when physical distancing of six feet is not possible.

Can I sign up for lessons?

Yes, lessons are available and are held at Long Reach Tennis Club and Columbia Athletic Club Indoor Tennis.

How do you handle shared tennis equipment?

Only coaches will use teaching aids. Players in Adult and Junior programs/lessons can use designated ball tubes to pick up tennis balls. Tubes will be sanitized and disinfected at the end of each lesson. Coaches will sanitize and disinfect ALL equipment and balls before and after each lesson.

We also ask players to avoid touching the balls as much as possible. Please use your foot or racket to roll balls into the net for the coach to pick up or use the designated ball tubes to pick up.

Do I need to wear a mask during my lesson?

Coaches and players must wear a mask or face covering at all times indoors with the exception of taking a drink of water.

Do I need to stay physically distanced during my lesson?

Coaches will position player/s at well-spaced intervals during lessons. Coaches will also stay at least six feet away from students while providing feedback to reduce unnecessary risk and additional contact with others. Also, bring your own towel and water bottle if needed as these will not be provided to you at the facility. We have touchless bottle filler stations available.

How early should I arrive for a lesson? Can I stay with my child while they practice?

Please arrive no more than 5 minutes before your lesson is scheduled to begin and leave immediately after conclusion of the lesson. As much as possible, parents/guardians delivering or retrieving minors should wait off-site. We can have no more than 4 people in the lounge at Long Reach Tennis Club and no more than 3 people in the lounge at Athletic Club Indoor Tennis at any given time.

• LOCATION: The Columbia Skate Arena is located in Supreme Sports Club. Visit the Columbia Skate Arena page for updates on available public roller skate sessions.
• MASKS: Face masks are required during public skate sessions.
• RESERVATIONS:
  • Public roller skating sessions may be made online at Columbia Association Reservations or by calling Supreme Sports Club at 410-381-5355 Monday through Sunday, 4am-midnight. 
  • Reservations for all public skate sessions may be made up to ten days in advance. 
  • Reservations requiring admission payment at the time of booking are non-refundable.
• SANITATION & CLEANLINESS:
  • All team members will have completed comprehensive training related to our enhanced cleanliness and sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Airius PureAir fans throughout the club provide UV sanitation of the air, killing bacteria and viruses. For more information, click here.
  • Increased, thorough cleanings will be conducted using disinfectant recognized by EPA as effective against COVID-19. 
• CAPACITY: Skater capacity will be limited based on the latest state and county guidelines.
• DISTANCING: The skater capacity will be limited each session to provide social distancing.
• TEMPERATURE CHECK: Everyone coming into the facility must now have their temperature checked upon entry. Any participant or visitor whose temperature reads 100.4° or higher will be asked to leave immediately. Additionally, everyone is required to wear a mask at all times.
• WAIVER: All skaters and observers are required to sign a COVID-19 waiver prior to entry. 
• EQUIPMENT: Skates and skate assists will be available to rent. Both will be disinfected using strict protocols. 
• FOOD & BEVERAGE: The snack bar is closed at this time. Outside food and drink is not allowed with the exception of bottled water.
• RESTROOMS: Restrooms are available and are disinfected on a regular basis.
• PAYMENT: Only credit and debit transactions will be accepted. No cash at this time.

What safety precautions does CA have in place to protect skaters and staff?

• The skater capacity will be limited each session to provide physical distancing.
• CA team members will receive daily temperature checks when they arrive to work.
• All CA team members will wear a face mask during their shift and be refreshed daily on CDC coronavirus guidelines for safe workspace, including maintaining appropriate physical distancing at all times.
• All team members will have completed comprehensive training related to our enhanced cleanliness and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Installation of the Airius PureAir fans throughout the club that provides UV sanitation of the air, killing bacteria and viruses. For more information, click here.
• Increased, thorough cleanings will be conducted using disinfectant recognized by EPA as effective against COVID-19. 
• Signage is placed throughout the club highlighting physical distancing requirements, the direction of traffic flow, and sanitation guidelines.
• Only credit and debit transactions will be accepted. No cash at this time. 

Will members and guests be required to wear a face mask while skating or observing a skater? 

Yes, face masks are required 100% during public skate sessions.

Are reservations required to attend a public skate session?

Advance online reservations are highly recommended due to the reduced capacity of each skate session. Limited drop-in admission may be available during each session, but admission may not be guaranteed.   

How do I reserve a spot in a public skate session?

Public roller skating sessions may be made online at Columbia Association Reservations or by calling Supreme Sports Club at 410-381-5355 Monday through Sunday, 4am-midnight. Reservations for all public skate sessions may be made up to ten days in advance. Reservations requiring admission payment at the time of booking are non-refundable.

I would like to skate with my children. Do I need to make a reservation and pay admission as a parent if I plan to skate?   

Yes, every individual skating must make a reservation and pay a separate admission to skate. The number of skaters allowed at each session is limited.                      

Am I allowed to observe a session if I am not skating?

One spectator parent/guardian per skater reservation may enter to watch their child(ren) skate at no cost. A reservation is not required to observe.

Will I be required to sign a waiver?

All skaters and observers are required to sign a COVID-19 waiver prior to entry. 

 

Are skates or skate assists available to rent? 

Skates and skate assists will be available to rent. Both will be disinfected using strict protocols. 

Are food and beverage allowed? 

The snack bar is closed at this time. Outside food and drink is not allowed with the exception of bottled water.

Are benches available to put on skates or sit while observing skate sessions?

Benches will be available at each facility. Check with the skating team upon arrival to determine which benches are available.  

Are restrooms available?

Yes, restrooms are available. 

Are birthday or other party rentals available?

At this time, rentals are not available at the Supreme Skate Arena, but DIY Roller Skate parties will be available starting in mid-June. Party inquiries should be directed to Eric Solano-Chavez at Eric.Solanochavez@columbiaassociation.org or 410-381-5355.