Tales of my time as an English language assistant in France!
Showing posts with label swimming. Show all posts
Showing posts with label swimming. Show all posts

Friday, January 7, 2011

What is up with French swimming pools?

I'm not sure if I just went to a strict one ('cos it was really a training pool, and not an 'enjoy lounging around' one, although there were some cute kids there having a good time with their parents) or if this is a serious cultural difference.

But check out all the rules...

1) Take your shoes off BEFORE you go into the changing room.
2) You must have a shower before you swim.
3) You have to wear a swimming cap. That really took me back to primary school.
4) You're not allowed to wear boardshorts... this one cut me deep.