UTAH SWIM CAMPSCAMP PACKAGE

2018

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Congratulations you’re registered for Utah Swim Camps 2018!This package contains all the information needed to prepare for Utah Swim

Camps 2018. Please read through this package carefully since it contains vital information for a successful camp for the campers.

It is VERY IMPORTANT that you fill out the enclosed forms and either send it in by mail to: University of Utah Athletics, ATTN: Michele Lowry, 1825 E. South Campus Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84112, scan it and send it to Camp Director Michele Lowry at mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu, or bring it to registration on the first day of camp. Please understand that the camper is NOT allowed to participate in the camp without all signed forms.

This package includes:

Information for Parents --- Page 3

Information for Overnight Campers --- Page 4

Information for day campers --- Page 4

Consent forms --- Page 6

Message from University Housing --- Page 10

Map of Campus --- Page 12

Rules and Regulations --- Page 15

Again, congratulations, you’re registered for Utah Swim Camps 2018! We look forward working with you and improve your swimming. If you have any further questions after reading the package, please contact us

E-mail mlowry@huntsman.utah.edu

Camp Director Michele Lowry (801) 349-7197

Assistant Camp Director Marius Aleksa (801) 209-5115

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Information for Parents

Check-in

Camper check-in information will be listed on itinerary that will be sent out 2-4 weeks before camp starts.

Check-out

Camper check-out information will be listed on itinerary that will be sent out 2-4 weeks before camp starts.

Contact information

E-mail: mlowry@huntsman.utah.eduMichele Lowry: 801-349-7197Marius Aleksa: 801-209-5115Tami Johnson: 801-232-9278Joe Dykstra: 801-230-2761

Communication

We encourage campers to contact family and friends during their breaks. However, during camp activities, cell phones are not permitted. If you, the parent or guardian, need to reach your child for an urgent matter during camp activities, please contact camp staff.

We completely understand that some campers might experience homesickness. Please ask them to talk to camp staff first. We are committed to create a good environment for all campers and will do everything within our power to aid your camper.

Refund Policy

A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $125 is due at time of registration. Final payment is due two weeks before the start of camp. If the camper must cancel and has paid in full, refund requests for all but the deposit must be made in writing prior to the start of camp and e-mailed to jpersson@huntsman.utah.edu. If your request is honored, your refund will be in the form of a check from the University of Utah and will be sent after camp has ended. NCAA rules specify that we cannot accept refund requests once camp has started.

Health and Safety

Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products or recreational drugs are strictly forbidden and constitute along with general misconduct, grounds for immediate dismissal from camp without refund or credit.

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Information for Campers

Things to bring

As a part of this camp we will require you to bring certain things. Utah Swim Camps are not responsible for lost or stolen belongings. We advise NOT to bring valuable items and to label clothing and equipment to minimize the risk of losing them. Please note that day campers should bring a daily pack with all required items including spare clothing.

Required items Suggested items Do not bringTowels All weather clothing Bed linensSwim Goggles Sweater Swim PaddlesWater Bottle Toilet articles Swim BuoyWork-out shorts Sun block Swim FinsWarm-up jacket Pajamas (overnight campers)Running Shoes Swim Cap (will be provided one)Work-out t-shirt SnacksSigned Consent Forms Extra Spending money (we will go to the bookstore)

Registration

Registration will take part at the Ute Natatorium at time listed at the itinerary (sent out 2-4 weeks prior to camp). At that time, overnight campers will receive keys and keycard for the dorm. Staff, and parents volunteering, will then move campers’ luggage from the pool to the dorm during the first water session, 10-11am. Campers will check in after the first water session.

Information for overnight campers

RoommatesCampers will be staying two campers per room and are assigned by age and roommate request. If you don’t have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. Floors separate boys and girls rooms.

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Information for day campers

Drop-off and Pick-up

It is VERY IMPORTANT that you inform assigned Coach immediately upon arrival and departure. PARENTS - Please note this and inform your swimmer of this repeatedly.

Drop off and pick up times will be listed on itinerary

Parking

Free parking will be available in the Dumke lot. Extended Day Campers that drive themselves can park in that lot. Parents are encouraged to park in that parking lot when they drop off or pick up campers. PARENTS: please come and meet your campers at the pool when you pick them up, and walk them to the pool when you drop them off. We are responsible for the campers whenever they are on campus without their parents, and would rather not see that they walk by themselves anywhere. In addition, if you receive a parking ticket while parking in a parking lot other than the Dumke lot, we are not allowed to refund you. The Dumke lot is located north of the pool and HPER complex (1729-1737 Student Life Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84112 40.764812, -111.840090)

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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

IMPORTANT: THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT,

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE SIGNING.

MINOR PARTICIPANT INFORMED CONSENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT TO TREATMENT, WAIVER AND RELEASE FOR U OF U EVENT OR ACTIVITY

This Agreement must be completed by the Participant and by Parent(s)/Legal Guardian in order to participate in the activities associated with this program.

Participant (print full name): ________________________________________________

Program and/or Course: ________________________________________________

Date(s) of Program/Course: ________________________________________________

MINOR PARTICIPANT INFORMED CONSENT

I, the undersigned, am the Participant named above. I am familiar with the curriculum and the activities which take place in the above named Program at the University of Utah (the "Program"). I understand that such participation can include foreseeable and unforeseeable risks and other hazardous activities inherent in the program, which may expose me to illness, injury or death. Knowing of these risks, I freely and voluntarily participate in the Program.

I am also familiar with the rules of conduct and University policies relating to this Program. I agree to abide by the all of the operating procedures, including safety procedures outlined by the Program instructor, plus any directions given to me by an authorized University employee during the course of the Program.

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(Signature of Minor Participant age 12-17)

PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT TO TREATMENT, WAIVER AND RELEASE

I________________________________ am the parent/guardian of the above named Participant who is under 18 years of age. I am familiar with the curriculum and the activities which take place in the above named Program and hereby give consent for the Participant to participate in the Program. I understand

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that participation in the Program can include foreseeable and unforeseeable risks and other hazardous activities inherent in the program, which may expose the participant to illness, injury or death.

I state that Participant is free from any known heart, respiratory or other health problems that could prevent Participant from safely participating in any of the activities.

I hereby give my express consent in the event of injury for the University to obtain for the Participant any necessary emergency aid, anesthesia and / or operation, if in the opinion of the attending physician, such treatment is necessary.

I certify that participant has medical insurance (provide insurance information below) and otherwise agree to be personally responsible for costs of any emergency or other medical care that Participant receives. I agree to release, waive, covenant not to sue, and hold harmless the University, and all of their officers, employees and agents (collectively the "Releasees") from the cost of any medical care that Participant receives as a result of participation in the Program.

I further agree to release Releasees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, illness, attorney’s fees or harm of any kind or nature to me arising out of Participant’s participation in the Program and excepting only such loss, damage or injury as may be caused by the sole negligence of any Releasee. This release extends to any claim made by parents or guardians or their assigns arising from or in any way connected with the aforementioned activities.

I agree that the site of any lawsuit arising out of or related to participation in the Program shall be Utah and that this Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Utah, without application of any principles of choice of law.

I shall pay any attorney fees or costs incurred by the University in enforcing this Agreement.

If any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid by a court of law, then it is agreed and intended that all the remainder shall, notwithstanding, continue in full force and effect.

*The University of Utah is committed to protecting minors participating in University programs. If you, as a parent/guardian, have concerns about any misconduct in connection with the above named Event/Program, please contact the University’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action at (801) 581-8365.

______________________________________________ ___________________Signature of Legal Guardian and/or Parent of Participant Date

______________________________________________Emergency Contact Name and Relationship to Participant

______________________Phone Number

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Participant has been advised to maintain health & accident insurance to cover the costs of treatment in the event of any injury or illness.

Participant's Insurance I.D. number and insurance carrier, carrier address and phone number:

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Updated 10/2016

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1. Heritage Center2. Pool parking lot (Dumpke parking lot)3. Dorms

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NOTE: THE POOL IS LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF THE DUMPKE PARKING LOT. IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HPER COMPLEX

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UTAH SWIM CAMPS

RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. The use and/or possession of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and any other illegal or inappropriate substance and items (firearms, lighters, candles, matches, fireworks, incense, knives, squirt guns, etc.) by campers is prohibited. Any items found will be confiscated and calls to parents and appropriate law enforcement officials (if warranted) made. Violations are justification for immediate expulsion from the Camp without refund. If it doesn’t belong at camp – don’t bring it!

2. Campers are expected to conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen at all times. Inappropriate language and behavior will not be tolerated. Be respectful of the world class, collegiate atmosphere at the University of Utah

3. Campers understand that bullying is a serious matter and will not be tolerated. Any camper found to be bullying other campers will be expelled from the camp without refund.

4. ALL medications brought to camp must be noted on the appropriate camp forms.5. Campers are expected to follow the rules and curfew hours set forth at the camp director’s

meeting.6. Portable stereos, game players, cell phones, etc. are not permitted outside of the campers dorm

room. Rooms must be locked at all times. Televisions, microwaves, laptop computers, plug-in telephones, and other appliances are not allowed in the dorm. Expensive personal belongings, jewelry, and excessive cash do not belong at camp. The camp assumes no liability for any lost or stolen items.

7. In the Heritage Center, campers are not permitted in rooms occupied by people of the opposite sex unless the door is wide open and under no circumstances after "lights out.” In a suite, ALL campers must remain in the living area ONLY. Violation will result in expulsion from camp without refund.

8. Campers agree not to enter someone else’s room without their permission and presence, or to handle another camper’s property at any time. Campers may not switch rooms.

9. Visitors who are not part of swim camp are not allowed in dorm rooms. This includes parents. Parents are allowed on camp floors only on check-in and check-out days, and may not take meals with their camper in the cafeteria. Parents may visit with campers in the main lobby on the first floor.

10. A curfew procedure will be explained at an orientation meeting on the first day of camp, and enforced without exception. Absence from their room at bed check or the dorm without supervision of a staff member is a serious matter and will be handled by the Director.

11. Loud and disruptive activity is discouraged. Quiet hours will be established and enforced. Campers are allowed only on swim camp floors in dorm. All other floors, except common dorm areas (i.e., first floor lobby, game room, cafeteria etc.) are off limits.

12. Campers and their parents are held responsible for any damage to rooms and furnishings. Payment for such damage will be billed to the parents. In cases where a group incurs damage, the person(s) directly involved along with each member of the group will be responsible for an equal portion of the damage. Campers should report any problems to their counselors If the key is permanently lost, a charge of $100 will be assessed for the lock change. If a swipe card is lost, there is a charge of $10 for card replacement. and must be paid for prior to leaving camp. Campers are expected to keep their rooms clean and in good order.

13. Campers are expected to dress sensibly and appropriately at all times.

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14. Campers are expected to show courtesy toward fellow campers, recreational and club swimmers, the Utah Swim Camp staff, the Utah Swim Camp coaches, and Dorm staff.

15. Campers must attend all camp sessions and be on time for roll call. If a camper requires medical attention or help of any kind, they must contact a staff member immediately. Campers must walk to and from the pool with their group and counselors, and are never to leave the pool or dorm unless accompanied by a staff member.

16. Report any illness or injury to your counselors or group coaches. Campers missing more than three pool sessions due to illness or injury will be sent home. Campers should be in good health upon arrival at camp.

17. If a camper's behavior is consistently and severely at odds with the Camp's rules and regulations, they will be sent home. Parents will be notified and required to make all necessary transportation arrangements for immediate return home at their expense. There will be no refunds or credits from the Camp. Multiple session campers will not receive a refund or credit of any camp fees for sessions not attended if sent home early.

18. Have fun, work hard, and enjoy the world-class atmosphere at the University of Utah and Utah Swim Camp! Your coaches, counselors, camp director and other staff members are available to help you with anything. Please let a staff member know if we can help you.

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