When parents raised concerns about cloudy water and chlorine coughs disrupting swim team practices and meets, the YMCA of Montclair’s aquatics directors knew they needed a new solution. The combination of poor water clarity and irritating air quality was affecting both the athletes’ performance and overall enjoyment.
The Problem
The YMCA of Montclair faced ongoing issues with unpleasant chlorine cough and cloudy water that affected swim team practices and meets. Swimmers and coaches frequently experienced coughing fits, sore throats, and red, irritated eyes, disrupting practices and competitions and raising health concerns among parents. In addition to being unpleasant, chlorine coughing and cloudy pool water indicate unhealthy combined chlorine.
Combined chlorine, also known as chloramines, is the disinfection by-product (DBP) of chlorine reacting with contaminants, like lotions, sweat and urine in the pool water. This combined chlorine is a problem because it puts swimmers at a higher risk of developing bronchitis, asthma, allergies and Lifeguard Lung.
The Solution
Simple preventive pool treatment can save you from a lifetime of long-term health problems. Determined to find a proactive solution, the YMCA of Montclair explored various options and ultimately found the Clear Comfort AOP (advanced oxidation process) pool treatment system. This cutting-edge technology promised not only to enhance water clarity but also to improve air quality by reducing the harmful chloramines that cause irritation.
In short, Clear Comfort AOP pool treatment takes care of the hard sanitation work, reducing the need for chlorine use. Clear Comfort AOP pool systems efficiently destroy contaminants in water that lead to combined chlorine without additional chlorine use. Therefore, Clear Comfort AOP pool systems eliminate combined chlorine‘s harmful effects, like chlorine coughing and cloudy water.
The Results
Once the YMCA of Montclair installed the Clear Comfort AOP pool system, the results were immediate and impressive. The water became crystal clear, significantly enhancing visibility and creating a more inviting environment. Swimmers noticed the difference right away; no more stinging eyes or unpleasant chlorine smell.
Swimmers, coaches and parents began sharing their positive experiences. Practices and meets are more enjoyable, with swimmers didn’t experience chlorine coughing fits. The air quality improvements meant that everyone, including spectators, could breathe easier and enjoy the events.
The dramatic transformation didn’t just make the pool a better place for competitive swimming; it also enhanced the overall pool experience for all YMCA members. Recreational swimmers and families could now enjoy a healthier and more pleasant swimming environment.
Real Results, Real Impact
The YMCA of Montclair’s decision to implement the Clear Comfort AOP pool treatment has been a game-changer. Complaints turned into cheers, and the community now enjoys pristine water and refreshing air quality.
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Gabrielle Palumbo
Marketing Director
