Swim Meet Procedures for Parents
Prior to Arrival
- The expected arrival time is always 15 minutes prior to the warm up time listed in the Meet Entry Packet
- Allow extra time for traffic, weather or getting lost
- Know the events your swimmer is entered in
- Write your swimmer’s events on their hands with a Sharpie prior to arrival
- Pack extra swim gear
- Pack high energy snacks for your swimmer
Upon Arrival
- If a USA meet, make sure your swimmer has highlighted their name at the swimmer check-in
- Purchase a program and review it
- Confirm that your swimmer is entered correctly in all their events, if not, contact the Head Coach
- Look for other YPAC parents to sit with
- Become familiar with the swimming venue both for yourself and your swimmer
- If deck entries are allowed and desired, confirm with the Coaching Staff prior to entry
Demeanor
- Let the coaching staff do the coaching
- Watch your swimmer and then encourage them
- Never criticize your swimmer
- Parents are not allowed on the deck
Scratching
- Your swimmer may not scratch their event without permission from the Coaching Staff
Prior to Departure
- Pick up any awards at the Awards area
- Never allow your swimmer to leave a meet early. Always check with the Coaching Staff and only leave with their approval. Your swimmer may be in a relay.
