We understand that families have any number of activities, vacations, camps, etc., planned for the summer. Please just let us know when you and your child(ren) will not be swimming -- you can do that on the registration form, via email, or (less securely) by telling us in person.
Parents are what make the swim team run... we depend on all our swim parents to pitch in and help run the show. Parents can choose to help in any number of ways. At meets, we need people to run the concessions, time, shepherd kids to their events, run the "bullpen", officiate, work the Hy-Tek computer system, etc. Parents can shop, publicize, organize. Parents also can help the coach at practices. Just ask! We'll be sure to find something that needs doing.
One perennial need is for swim meet officials (Stroke & Turn Judges, Referees, Starters). We can't run a meet without a certain minimum number of officials. It's a great way to be on deck and watch the swimmers close up, and to learn more about the sport. Stroke & turn clinics are run several times a year in Vermont. "No experience necessary: we will train!" Ask us for more information.