PHASE 1 REOPENING
Enjoy The Sandcastle Safely in Phase 1
Members are now welcome back to The Sandcastle
in accordance with the governmental guidelines.
This limited opening is Phase 1 of a three-phased
approach. Prior to reopening, KICA engaged health
experts from the Medical University of South
Carolina’s (MUSC) re|IGNITE team to evaluate
association facilities. The MUSC team provided
KICA with recommendations for a phased reopening
in alignment with the CDC, DHEC and accelerateSC
plans. While Phase 1 is the most restrictive, it is
critical for moving forward with amenities access.
We ask for your patience and understanding as we
create a safe but welcoming environment for you.
GENERAL SANDCASTLE INFORMATION
The Sandcastle is a second home for many of
our members and we are taking every precaution
to ensure the well-being of our members and
staff. The Sandcastle has been deep-cleaned and
sanitized. Multiple sanitation cleanings take place
daily to ensure safe and comfortable environments.
Hand sanitizer is located throughout the building,
and is clearly marked. Staff members providing
services to members are utilizing face masks and/or
social distancing, and KICA’s safety coordinator is
temporarily stationed at The Sandcastle to oversee
the precautions that have been put into place.
Members are not required to wear masks, but masks
can protect against COVID-19, and help prevent
the spread. Although these health precautions
have been implemented, members entering The
Sandcastle must assume the responsibility for their
own health, and must abide by social distancing
guidelines to protect others.
The amenities in Phase 1 of The Sandcastle’s
reopening include the pools, the Castle Grille and
the Sandbar. Use of the pools requires advanced
reservations, and Castle Grille is offering take-out
only options to pool guests, with the option of
online ordering and payment. The Sandbar allows
walk-up ordering with no seating at the bar. No
members will be permitted to use The Sandcastle
without a reservation. In Phase 1, member guests are
not permitted, fitness classes and the strength and
cardio room are closed, no events or group meetings
are taking place, and the upstairs lounge, meeting
rooms and veranda are closed. All members must
check in at the lobby. Pool gates are locked, and
therefore there is no access to the beach at Boardwalk
8A. Boardwalk 8B, to the left of The Sandcastle from
the parking lot, can be used to access the beach.
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