Swim Meet 101
What to Bring to the Swim Meets
Swim meets are held on Saturday mornings. The following are some helpful hints:
❖ Swimmers should arrive dressed in their swimsuitswith cap and goggles in hand.
❖ Blankets, sleeping bags, and tents are welcome. Swimmers need to keep warm and rested while waiting for their next event.
❖ Extra towels: We suggest bringing at least 2 dry towels per swimmer as swimmers are in and out of the pool often throughout the day.
❖ Sweatsuits or pajamas are nice on cold or windy mornings.
❖ Sunscreen: remember to reapply as the day goes on!
❖ Sun protection: try to stay in the shade as much as possible. Long meets (especially our 2-day championship meet) can be very hot. A spray bottle with water can help keep you cool. Umbrellas, EZ-Upcanopies,or
❖ Entertainment between events: bring playing cards, books, or games that do not have a lot of small pieces. Listening to music is also popular but please leave the device with someone you trust when you are in the water so that it doesn't get lost or taken (even by accident).
❖ Food: swimmers should eat adequately at least one (1) hour before swimming. Food during a swim meet should be limited to light snacking.
❖ Beverages: staying hydrated is very important. Therefore, the coaches recommend drinking water. Do avoid sodas, coffee drinks, and energy drinks during meets.
❖ No jewelry can be worn while in the water. This includes any piercings, rings, bracelets, necklaces, anklets, etc.
❖ Gum is also prohibited while in or near the pool as it can cause choking and damage to the pool and deck.
