Expectations of Swimmers

1. Have fun!

2. Be respectful to your fellow swimmers, coaches, parents and swim officials.

3. Be on time to practice.

4. Use active listening while at practice.

5. Observe and obey all pool rules.

6. Shake hands with your opponents after finishing a race.

7. Practice good sportsmanship at all times.

8. Take care of each other.

Expectations of Parents

1. Have fun!

2. Be respectful to all swimmers, fellow parents, coaches and swim officials.

3. Help your swimmer be on time to practices.

4. Be respectful of the coaches while they are working with the swimmers in the pool.

5. Provide one parent volunteer at each meet in which your child is participating.

6. When faced with questions or rumors, go to the correct source to get the correct information.

7. Cheer on your swimmer and all Shark swimmers at all meets you attend.

8. Talk to the coaches before or after practice, not during practice.  Set up a time if you need specific attention.

9. Do not coach your children during practice.  This may impede the coaches.

10. Practice good sportsmanship at all times.

11. Take care of each other.

Expectations of Coaches

1. Have fun!

2. Be respectful to all swimmers, coaches, parents and swim officials.

3. Be on time to practice.

4. Practice active listening to the swimmers when at practice. Take time for parent questions before and after practice sessions.

5. Get in the water with the swimmers when necessary to teach proper stroke/swim techniques.

6. Take a proactive approach in making sure our team exhibits good sportsmanship. Set the example.