Here’s a simple step-by-step guide so swimmers and parents know exactly what to expect from arrival to the final race.

🦬 Before the Meet Starts

• Events are shared at practice the day before the meet
• Arrive 30 minutes before warm-ups (check the meet schedule)
• Find the team tent and set up your swimmer’s bag, towel, or blanket
• Check the heat sheet for last-minute changes
• Write Event, Heat, and Lane on your swimmer’s arm using a Sharpie
• Swimmers report to the coach for warm-ups with cap and goggles
• After warm ups, swimmers return to the team area, hydrate, use the restroom, and stay warm
• Meets typically start 10–15 minutes after warm ups end

🏊 During the Meet

• Listen for event numbers over the loudspeaker
• When called, swimmers report to the ready bench with cap and goggles
• Swimmers are walked to the correct lane line and swim their race

⭐ After Each Swim

• Parents cheer, celebrate, and encourage
• Swimmers return to the team area to rest, hydrate, and wait for their next event

📣 When All Events Are Complete

• Swimmers may leave only after checking with the coach
• Relays often happen at the end of the meet
• If your swimmer is listed for a relay, they are expected to stay
• Missing a relay impacts the entire team and may affect future relay participation