2018 Registration Packet

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1 2018 Registration Packet E Plateau Drive Sammamish, WA 98074

2 Team Philosophy The Plateau Club Swim Team is committed to providing a well-rounded swim experience balancing community, sportsmanship, and overall enjoyment with high quality instruction, individual skill development, and a competitive team experience. The coaching staff will work with your athletes to improve their skills, develop racing techniques and build self-confidence. Coaching Staff Brooke Flaten is returning as the Head Coach for The Plateau Club for the 2018 season. This is her third year as a coach of the Penguin Team. Brooke started swimming at the age of 6 when she joined The Plateau Club and continued as a Penguin for ten seasons. She was also a member of the Issaquah Swim Team for 10 years. As a team member at Issaquah High School she competed in the State meet, lettered all four years and as was Team Captain. As an athlete, swim lesson instructor and lifeguard Brooke draws upon her skills and personal competitive experience to share her love and knowledge of the sport with the up and coming Penguin swimmers. Her experience competing in several different levels of swimming allows her to apply her knowledge on how to balance working hard, having fun, becoming a better athlete, and building a cohesive team. Communication/ Contact Information It is important not to disturb the coaches during practice as the practice time is limited and they are working to provide as much input to the athletes as possible. Coaches move on promptly from one group's practice session to the next, so their communication time during practice is very limited. If you have questions about your swimmer s swim development, meet strategy, or anything related to your swimmer in the water, please Coach Brooke at pcswimteam@plateauclub.com. If you are going to be late or absent to a meet that your swimmer is scheduled to attend, you must Brooke ASAP. Coach pcswimteam@plateauclub.com Program Manager JoanH@plateauclub.com The coaches and parent coordinator communicate frequently with families through weekly bulletins. Please be sure to provide an active account on your registration form.

3 Important Dates Registration Opens: February 5 Swim Suit Fitting: April 8 - Noon to 2pm First Apparel Deadline: April 13 Parent Meeting: May 6-2pm - 4pm Final Apparel Deadline: May 11 New Swimmer Assessments New Swimmer Assessments: May 8 & 10 First Day of Practice: May 14 Registration Due: May 11 Time Trials: June 9 First Swim Meet: June 19 For brand new swimmers and any returning little swimmers interested in being on the team, an appointment must be made at the recreation center for a skills assessment. Assessments take about 10 minutes and will take place on Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10. All new swimmers will be notified of their results and team eligibility upon assessment. If a swimmer does not qualify for little swimmers or swim team, a recommendation of group swim lessons will be made. The minimum qualifier to be considered as a competitive team member is to be able to successfully complete both the freestyle and backstroke legally. Little Swimmers The Little Swimmer program is designed for children in the 5-8 age group who are not yet ready for a full summer of competitive swimming. Swimmers must be eager and able to swim a 25 freestyle with ease and a 25 backstroke with effort. Little swimmers attend the first four weeks of practice and participate in the swim team time trials on June 9. Little Swimmer practices will conclude on June 14. Each Little Swimmer will be evaluated at the end of the session to determine if they have progressed to be promoted to the competitive team. Participating in Little Swimmers allows children to have a positive and encouraging first swim team experience. Little Swimmers are welcome to take part in all swim team activities and social events. Registration Information Registration must be submitted to the Recreation Center by 8:00pm on Friday, May 11 to avoid a late fee. After this time, a $50 per family late fee will be applied in addition to the regular cost of swim team. The absolute last day to register is Friday, May 25. All swimmers must be registered and have completed all the following forms. Swim team members must be Plateau Club members. If swimmers are not Full or Recreation club members, they can join with a Swim Team Affiliate membership for just the swim team season. This membership gives each swimmer access to all practices and meets. Cost for each Swim Team Affiliate membership is $ per swimmer. For more information and access to the Swim Team Affiliate membership application, please contact Recreation Manager Joan Hatfield at joanh@plateauclub.com.

4 Parent Involvement In the Midlakes Swim League, meets are successful with the generous help of our parent volunteers. Swim meets are run entirely by volunteers and therefore family volunteer participation is a requirement. If we do not receive enough volunteers we may have to cancel the meet. A minimum of 45 volunteers is required to run each home meet and 15 are required per away meet. Each family must provide a minimum of seven volunteer commitments this season. In the event your family does not fulfill the minimum volunteer requirement, your account will be charged $100 per missed commitment. Parent Volunteer Opportunities All volunteer sign-ups are done through the Team Unify website. Sign-ups will open two weeks before the meet and stay open until every volunteer positions is filled. If you cannot make your volunteer shift you must contact the parent coordinator. Timers: Home meets require 24, away meets require 8-12 Runners: Home meets require 2 Stroke/turn judge: Home and away, require 2 per meet Relay judge: Home and away, require 2 per meet Starter/referee: Home meets only, require 1 per meet Announcer: Home meets only, require 1 per meet Data entry: Home meets only, require 2 per meet Ribbons: Home meets only, require 1 per meet Heat winner distribution: Home meets only, require 2 per meet Parent Meeting Please join us May 6, for a parents-only meeting, for new and returning members, with our coaching staff and parent coordinators at the clubhouse. The meeting will run from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Cancellation Policy In the event that your child is unable to participate in swim team, refunds will be given according to the following cancellation deadlines: Full Refund 75% Refund 50% Refund No Refund Deadline to Drop May 18 May 25 June 1 June 8 *To discontinue participation in swim team, contact our Program Manager, Joan Hatfield

5 Swim Meet Registration Athlete registration for ALL meets is required with either a positive or negative response. This information is entered on the team website. This is a very important part of making sure that the best team lineup for each meet can be made. Registration will close on Sunday night for Tuesday meets, and Tuesday night for Thursday meets. If you register for a meet and have to cancel after the registration deadline please contact coach Brooke at pcswimteam@plateauclub.com immediately. Home/ Away Meet Times On home swim meet days, swimmers must arrive no later than 4:30PM and warm-ups will begin at 4:45PM with the meet starting promptly at 6:00PM. On away swim meet days, swimmers must arrive no later than 4:45PM and warm-ups will begin at 5:15PM with the meet starting promptly at 6:00PM. Swim Meet Lineups The coaching staff works with all swimmers to gain the necessary skills to compete in every stroke successfully. The goal is to have all swimmers participate in every event at least once throughout the season. Depending on the number of swimmers registered for each meet and the pool size, the coaches work to make a lineup that is competitive but also gives each athlete the maximum number of swims including both individual and relay events. We try to not swim an athlete in the same events every week in order to give them the opportunity to improve in all events. This means that they may not always be entered in their best event, but be assured this is in the best interest of the swimmer and the Team. Swimmers are strongly encouraged to attend as many meets as possible to allow for relays to be built and for swimmers to gain as much experience as possible with every stroke. Private Swim Lessons Additional stroke refinement can be accomplished through private lessons. You can schedule private swim lessons with a coach through the Team Unify website. Lessons will be billed to your member account. Lesson cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be billed at 50% of the lesson cost unless a reschedule is made. Lesson no shows will be billed at 100% of the lesson cost. One swimmer: $30 for 30 minutes of instruction with a coach Two swimmers: $45 for 30 minutes of instruction with a coach Team Events Team Tie-Dye: July 16 - Get ready for the championship meets by tie-dying a shirt to get spirited! Family Relays: TBD - During our last home meet get your family together to participate in a fun relay! End of Season Banquet: July 31 - Join us to celebrate the end of the season with ice cream and awards!

6 After School Practices - may 14 - June 22 (monday - thursday) Little Swimmers: 5:00pm - 5:30pm 8 & Under: 5:30pm - 6:15pm 10 & Under: 6:15pm - 7:00pm 12 & Under: 7:00pm - 8:00pm 14 & Under: 8:00pm - 9:00pm 15 & Over: 8:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday Practices - may 19, may 26, june 2 8 & Under: 10:15am - 11:00am 10 & Under: 9:15am - 10:15am 12 & Over: 8:00am - 9:15am - June 22 - end of season (monday - friday) 8 & Under: 7:45am - 8:30am 10 & Under: 8:30am - 9:30am 12 & Over: 9:30am - 10:45am Swim Meet Schedule Week 1: June 19 (TU) TBD (B) Warm-up - June 21 (TH) TBD (A) Warm-up - Week 2: June 26 (TU) TBD (B) Warm-up - June 28 (TH) TBD (A) Warm-up - Week 3: July 3 (TU) TBD (B) Warm-up - July 5 (TH) TBD (A) Warm-up - Week 4: July 10 (TU) TBD (B) Warm-up - July 12 (TH) TBD (A) Warm-up - Week 5: July 17 (TU) TBD (A) Warm-up - July 19 (TH) TBD (B) Warm-up - Post Season Schedule Division Championships: July 21 Prelims: July League Championships: July 29 *Announcements of schedule changes will be made throughout the season via notifications from Brooke

7 May/ June/ July Schedule SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY New Swimmer New Swimmer Parent Meeting Assessments Assessments Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices NO Practices Memorial Day Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Time Trials Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Evening Practices Pancake Classic B Meet A Meet Evening Evening TBD TBD B Meet A Meet B Meet Mile Swim A Meet B Meet A Meet A Meet B Meet Senior Prelims Jr Boys Prelims Jr Girls Prelims League End of the Season Championship Banquet Division Championship

8 Plateau Club Swim Team Participation Agreement Commitment and Policies: Good sportsmanship is the focus of swim team at Plateau Club. Swimmers will be surrounded by positive role models throughout the season. During the meets both swimmers and parents should be encouraging all team members and be respectful of opposing swimmers, parents, and coaches. Courtesy is to be shown towards all swimmers regardless of ability or which team they swim for. Swimmers should be thoughtful and respectful guests when at another pool. Swimmers should pick up after themselves in the locker rooms and deck area. They should also be considerate hosts when meets are at The Plateau Club. The Swimmer is responsible to: 1. Always put forth their best effort. 2. Commit to attend all possible workouts and all meets they are entered. 3. Treat coaches and parents with respect, whether with our team or the opponent. 4. Treat other swimmers with respect, whether a teammate or an opponent. 5. Encourage all teammates. 6. Listen to coaches and follow instructions for workouts and meets. 7. Come to workouts and meets prepared. 8. At meets, know their events and report on time to the appropriate lane. Important Note: The Plateau Club has a Zero Tolerance Policy for disregarding physical boundaries and/or verbal assaults, and swimmers shall be disciplined for violations. That means: Hands to yourself, and please, only nice things to say. The Swimmer s Parents are responsible to: 1. Encourage swimmer participation and success with Swimmer Responsibilities. 2. Provide at least 7 shifts of volunteering at dual meets. 3. Be responsible for any volunteer shifts that you are signed up for. 4. Be aware of all communications from Coaches and Swim Team Parent Rep Coordinator. 5. Alert the Head Coach immediately if for any reason your swimmer is unable to attend a meet they are signed up for. 6. Make sure that your swimmer arrives on time to the meets they are signed up for, prepared for the meet (with goggles, other gear, food, and beverages), and that your swimmer knows what events they are entered and proper lane. 7. Do not interrupt coaches during practice or at meets. 8. Act respectfully at all times to coaches, parents, and swimmers on our team and other teams. We, the swimmer and swimmer s parent(s), agree to abide by these policies and responsibilities, which will be enforced pursuant to the Swim Team Discipline Procedures. Swimmer Name or Signature Swimmer Name or Signature Swimmer Name or Signature Parent Signature Date

9 Please return this registration form the Recreation Center Front Desk directly or by mail. Swimmers will not be allowed to practice without ALL of the following forms completed and submitted: Plateau Club Medical Release Form, Liability Waiver Midlakes Participation Form, and Midlakes Concussion Form Child First & Last Name Age (as of 6/15/18) Birthdate Gender Fee ALL FORMS DUE FRIDAY, MAY 11 th. Forms submitted after this date will incur a $50 per family late fee. Last day to register is May 25 th Swim Team Fees: 1 st Swimmer $195 Each Additional Swimmer $175 Little Swimmers $105 Swim Team Only Member: $650 By signing this form I authorize my member account to be billed for swim team fees. I acknowledge that I understand the swim team cancellation policy. I acknowledge that my family is required to complete five volunteer commitments, and I acknowledge that my children are required to adhere to the Midlakes Code of Conduct. (If you have only Little Swimmers on the team, the commitment is one volunteer session). Parent Name(s): Primary Phone: Secondary Phone: To be completed by Recreation Staff: DATE FORM RECEIVED: RECEIVED BY: 2018 Swim Team Registration Form PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Parent Signature: Date: Forms on File: PC MEDICAL RELEASE & LIABILITY WAIVER (2) MIDLAKES PARTICIPATION FORM (1) CONCUSSION FORM (EACH CHILD) Billing Information: AMOUNT BILLED DATE BILLED BILLED BY INITIALS:

10 2018 Health Information Medical Release Form This form applies to all summer programs for the Recreation Center including swim team, swim lessons, tennis lessons and summer camp. One copy of this form must be completed per family prior to program participation. Have your child(ren) had a tetanus booster within the past 10 years? YES NO Have your child(ren) received all appropriate vaccinations for their age(s) as required by the WA State DOH for school attendance? (This includes HepB, DTap/DT/Td/Tdap, IPV, MMR, etc.) YES NO Does your child(ren) take any medication that (may) need to be administered during their participation in Plateau Club summer programs? If yes, please attach instructions for administration. YES NO Does your child have any known allergies or reactions to medication? YES NO If yes, please specify: Are there any other medical issues that should be noted? YES NO If yes, please specify: Primary Care Physician Group/Office Location Phone Number Insurance Carrier Policy Number Policy Holder s Name DOB / / Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Home Phone Billing Address Alternate Phone 1 Alternate Phone 2 (Work/Cell) of (Parent Contact) (Work/Cell) of (Parent Contact) I, (print name), request that in the event of an emergency, the above named participant(s) be admitted to any hospital or medical facility for diagnosis and treatment. I authorize physicians, dentists and other medical staff to perform any necessary diagnostic, treatment and/or operative procedures of the above minor. I assume all responsibility for any charges incurred in the event that the participant(s) should need any medical attention; this includes all costs associated with transportation, rescue and other related expenses. I understand that should my child need immediate medical attention, and an emergency contact cannot be reached, and ambulance will be called to transport my child(ren) to medical facility. I release the Plateau Club, and its team members, from any and all claims for personal injury the participant(s) may suffer during their involvement in Plateau Club programs. SIGNATURE DATE 1 Please see reverse side for Release from Liability Waiver

11 2018 Plateau Club Release From Liability Waiver This form applies to all summer programs for the Recreation Center including swim team, swim lessons, tennis lessons and summer camp. One copy of this form must be completed per family prior to program participation. If we are unable to contact you in the event of an emergency, please provide two Emergency Contacts: Emergency Contact Phone Relation Emergency Contact Phone Relation I release the Plateau Club, and its team members, from any and all claims for personal injury, property damage and other loses that participant(s) may suffer during the course of their participation in Plateau Club Recreation summer programming. INITIAL: I recognize that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken of my child(ren) during the course of their participation in Plateau Club summer programming. I grant permission for these photos to be use for the purpose of advertising, promotion and marketing of future Plateau Club summer programs, unless stated in writing to the Plateau Club. INITIAL: Plateau Club summer program staff may apply sunscreen to my child(ren) before their participation in outdoor and water activities. They will use either the sunscreen that I have provided or, if no sunscreen is provided, the SPF 30+ sunscreen supplied by the Plateau Club. INITIAL: I understand that my child is expected to obey the policies of Plateau Club camp counselors, lifeguards and program instructors during their participation in Plateau Club summer programs. The Plateau Club s disciplinary procedure is to issue two warnings, followed by a 15 minute break from activities. If misbehavior continues, an incident report form will be sent home. Should the issue not be successfully resolved, I understand that I may be contacted to pick my child up from the Plateau Club. INITIAL: I understand the Plateau Club staff will not release my child(ren) to any person(s), unless they have received written permission authorizing said person(s) to pick up my child(ren) from Plateau Club summer programs. INITIAL: The Plateau Club may release my child(ren) to the following person(s) Name Phone Relation Name Phone Relation Name Phone Relation Name Phone Relation I have read and fully understood the above information SIGNATURE 2 DATE

12 Hold Harmless Agreement (formerly called Participation Form) This form must be signed and returned to the club s coach before the listed child\children can participate in Midlakes Swim League (MSL) swim team activities. Club: Membership # Parent Name: Home Phone: Cell Phone 1: Cell Phone 2: Address 1: Address 2: Emergency Information and Medical Release I hereby consent to participation by my child/children listed below on our club team in the Midlakes Swim League. Athlete s First Name Athlete s Last Name Birthdate Swim/Polo/Dive S / P / D S / P / D S / P / D S / P / D I understand this activity involves an element of risk of bodily injury, including, but not limited to, activities occurring in a pool, on a pool deck, on a starting block, around the facility, and/or while performing a racing start. We will assume all risks associated with and incidental to participating on a swim team. My child/children have no special medical conditions, except those described below, and is fit to participate on a swim team. Special medical conditions: In consideration of the right and privilege for my child to participate, we hereby release, waive, and agree to hold harmless the Midlakes Swim League, this club, its members, directors, and employees, the club hosting the event, its members, directors, and employees, and coaches, organizers, and parent volunteers for any and all liability, claims, legal actions, and demands of any nature whatsoever which may arise from or in connection with the swim team or related activities. I understand that events may take place away from our club. I understand that the coaches are not responsible for transportation to swim meets or related swim team activities.

13 Code of Conduct As a member of the Midlakes Swim League, we agree to: Abide by the MSL Operating Plan. Consistently display respect, honesty and sportsmanship toward coaches, teammates, officials, volunteers, parents and competitors. Consistently display a positive and supportive attitude toward all teams, coaches, teammates and competitors. Refrain from inappropriate or unacceptable behavior such as: The display or use of aggressive behavior or intentional contact. The use of offensive language, including any derogatory reference to any person s race, sex, ethnicity or other characteristics. Any activity which would detract from the positive image of the MSL. All infractions that result in meet expulsion must be reported to the MSL board within three (3) days. Any infraction of this code may result in, but is not limited to, the following actions by the Midlakes Swim League Board: Restriction from future competition for a designated period of time. Placement on probation for a designated period of time. Restriction from participation in championship competition. Eligibility The Operating Rules of the Midlakes Swim League state: 1. All the contestants in league-sponsored meets must be bona fide members of the club they represent with the exception of diving which shall be governed by the approved dive operating plan. All bona fide club members shall enjoy full rights of participation in all activities sponsored by the Midlakes Swimming League a. Participation will not be allowed: 1. Membership in the club is a result of employment. a. If a coach is also a swimmer, proof of club membership must be provided. 2. Inconsistent membership policy participants must have been admitted to membership on the same basis as all other members and without regard to ability. 3. By using the membership of another family for the purpose of swimming. b. If a family has a membership in more than one club, individual athletes from that family may compete in swimming, diving or water polo with any club for which the family has a membership. The only restriction is that once an individual athlete has begun participation in any of these activities by either attending a workout, practice or competition for a club, they will be ineligible to compete in that specific activity for any other club for which the family has a membership during the balance of that season. Example: If a family with two children has a memberships at two clubs, their oldest could join the swim team at Club A while the youngest joins the team at Club B. For water polo both children could choose to join the team at Club B even though Club A also sponsors a water polo team. c. The Board has the right to rule on any individual case. I hereby authorize emergency medical/dental care and treatment for my child as necessary. I have read and agree to the release. Our family has discussed the league s Code of Conduct and understands what is expected of parents and swimmers. We understand the Eligibility rules of the league and certify that our family meets these guidelines of club membership. Signature Date

14 Concussion Information Sheet A concussion is a brain injury and all brain injuries are serious. They are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or by a blow to another part of the body with the force transmitted to the head. They can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works. Even though most concussions are mild, all concussions are potentially serious and may result in complications including prolonged brain damage and death if not recognized and managed properly. In other words, even a ding or a bump on the head can be serious. You can t see a concussion and most sports concussions occur without loss of consciousness. Signs and symptoms of concussion may show up right after the injury or can take hours or days to fully appear. If your child reports any symptoms of concussion, or if you notice the symptoms or signs of concussion yourself, seek medical attention right away. Symptoms may include one or more of the following: Headaches Pressure in head Nausea or vomiting Neck pain Balance problems or dizziness Blurred, double, or fuzzy vision Sensitivity to light or noise Feeling sluggish or slowed down Feeling foggy or groggy Drowsiness Change in sleep patterns Amnesia Don t feel right Fatigue or low energy Sadness Nervousness or anxiety Irritability More emotional Confusion Concentration or memory problems Repeating the same question/comment Signs observed by teammates, parents and coaches include: Appears dazed Vacant facial expression Confused about assignment Forgets plays Is unsure of game, score, or opponent Moves clumsily or displays incoordination Answers questions slowly Shows behavior or personality changes Can t recall events prior to hit Can t recall events after hit Seizures or convulsions Any change in typical behavior or personality Loses consciousness Slurred speech

15 What can happen if my child keeps on playing with a concussion or returns too soon? Adapted from the CDC and the 3rd International Conference on Concussion in Sport Document created 9/15/2009 Midlakes Swim League Concussion Information Sheet Athletes with the signs and symptoms of concussion must be removed from play immediately. Continuing to play with the signs and symptoms of a concussion leaves the young athlete especially vulnerable to greater injury. There is an increased risk of significant damage from a concussion for a period of time after that concussion occurs, particularly if the athlete suffers another concussion before completely recovering from the first one. This can lead to prolonged recovery, or even to severe brain swelling (second impact syndrome) with devastating and even fatal consequences. It is well known that adolescent or teenage athlete will often under report symptoms of injuries. And concussions are no different. As a result, education of administrators, coaches, parents and athletes is the key for athlete safety. If you think your child has suffered a concussion Any athlete even suspected of suffering a concussion must be removed from the meet or practice immediately. No athlete may return to activity after an apparent head injury or concussion, regardless of how mild it seems or how quickly symptoms clear, without medical clearance. Close observation of the athlete should continue for several hours. The new Zackery Lystedt Law in Washington now requires the consistent and uniform implementation of long and well-established return to play concussion guidelines that have been recommended for several years: a youth athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or head injury in a practice or game shall be removed from competition at that time and may not return to play until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed heath care provider trained in the evaluation and management of concussion and received written clearance to return to play from that health care provider. You should also inform your child s coach if you think that your child may have a concussion Remember its better to miss one meet or practice than miss the whole season. And when in doubt, the athlete sits out. For current and up-to-date information on concussions you can go to: This form must be signed and dated by BOTH athlete and parent or guardian BEFORE the athlete can participate in practice or competition. Athlete Name Printed Athlete Signature Date Athlete Name Printed Athlete Signature Date Athlete Name Printed Athlete Signature Date Parent or Legal Guardian Printed Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date Adopted from the CDC and the 3 rd International Conference on Concussion in Sport Document created 9/15/2009