TEAM HANDBOOK

 

This is our general handbook. Some items may vary.

 

COVID-19 Safety Agreement    

This document explains COVID Guidelines and Procedures in an Agreement every family must acknowledge and accept.

Waiver and Release of Liability

Swimming is a strenuous sport involving travel to other pools or cities.  This "Hold Harmless" agreement demonstrates that you acknowledge this fact and release SWAT of liability associated with any accident or injury.

Parent Financial Agreement

This document lays out the financial expectations and responsibilities for swimmers and their families.

Family Volunteer Policy

Membership in SWAT requires certain volunteer hours on the part of participating families.  This document explains the details.

Meet Entry Policy

SWAT's policies and guidelines for entering swim meets.

Swimmers & Parents Code of Conduct Pool Rules

This document lays out the basic pool rules and etiquette expected from all members of the Swat family.  Swimmers will be representing both SWAT and Border Swimming.  This code of conduct is an agreement on the part of the swimmer to behave accordingly.  Finally, in such a highly competitive sport, the swimmers aren't the only ones who can get a little over-excited!  This contract covers what is considered acceptable behavior for parents/guardians during practices and meets.

Coaching Guidelines

This document lays out the coaching philosophy of SWAT, standards for each level of swimmer, and outlines disciplinary action.  This must be read by the swimmer and parents.

Group and Training Goals

This lays out the training guidelines and goals for each training group, along with estimated age ranges for each group.

What to Expect at a Meet

This provides an overview of what to expect at a standard meet.

Equipment Guidelines

This provides equipment guidelines for each group.