Cherry Hill Swim Clubs Reopen After Coronavirus Concerns

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Two swim clubs in Cherry Hill have reopened after they were previously closed due to coronavirus concerns.

The Covered Bridge Swim Club in Cherry Hill reopened Sunday after it had been closed for cleanup because of coronavirus concerns. The swim club had been made aware of a positive case of the coronavirus at the club on Thursday.

“We will reopen tomorrow,” the swim club said in a post on Saturday. “During our time closed, the club had a professional clean to provide supplemental sanitizing and cleaning in its entirety prior to reopening. Members, please check your email for more information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”

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Cherry Valley Swim Club was also open on Monday after they had announced that an employee tested positive for the coronavirus, and no timetable to reopen was announced. Read more here: 2 Swim Clubs Close In Cherry Hill Over Coronavirus Fears

The clubs closed after outbreaks in several New Jersey towns, all involving swimming areas. Related:

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As of Friday, there were 1,094 cases of the coronavirus in Cherry Hill with 157 confirmed deaths. See related: NJ Coronavirus, Reopen Updates: Here's What You Need To Know