Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a member of Sunnybrook?

Yes, your family needs to be a full season member (rental or bond) to the swim club to be a part of the swim or dive team.

 

What is the difference between the Mini Mako Team and Swim Lessons

 

Mini-Mako Team

The "Mini-Makos" are a group that typically consists of 5-7 year olds who are not quite ready for the swim team. They may be able to swim for brief periods but cannot yet complete a lap without stopping. Over the course of the summer, some Mini-Makos are "promoted" due to their progress and are able to join the Swim Team practices. This decision is made by the coaching staff. Mini-Makos swimmers may be eligible to participate in B meets. This is not a requirement but simply a way to have our youngest members experience the excitement of the swim meet atmosphere. The Mini-Makos is not a learn-to-swim program.

 

Learn To Swim Program 

Swimming lessons also are provided by Sunnybrook but are not associated with the swim team. These lessons are typically taught by college age students. These groups are designed as "learn to swim" groups and include children who have had little/no prior swimming instruction.

 

Who do I contact, if I have questions regarding registration?

You can contact the Sunnybrook Board at [email protected]

 

When is practice?

Practices are held 5 days a week, starting the day after Memorial Day. Swimmers are expected to be at practice everyday, but we realize that conflicts may arise. Please talk to the coach. For a complete practice schedule, use the practice tab above.

 

What is camper practice?

Camper practice is new for the 2024 season. This new program is to allow swimmers who attend daily camp outside of the club (for family/child care reasons) to become involved in our team. Practices will be held on Mondays and Thursdays. Please note that team members who attend morning practice may not substitute camper practice if they choose not to attend their morning practice. Camper practice will be limited to a set number of swimmers on a first come, first serve registration basis. 

 

What does my child need to participate?

Swimmers will need a competitive suit, googles, and a swim cap. The team suit is encouraged but not mandatory. TYR has the team suit discounted and usually it is in stock. All swimmers will receive a team shirt on picture day.

 

How long is the swim season?

The first dual meet is on Saturday June 22nd and the last dual meet is on Saturday July 20th. There are also three to four Wednesday evening meets, starting June 26th and ending July 17th. At the conclusion of the dual meet season, there are two championship meets for qualifying swimmers, July 27th and August 3/4th.

 

What is the difference between Saturday meets (A meets) and Wednesday meets (B meets)?

A meets are for swimmers in all age groups, but the line up is decided by the coach based on times and how we match up with the other team. 

Only three swimmers (3 boys and 3 girls) will swim in each age group per event. The coach will announce the line-up during practice the day before the meet. 

B meets are for swimmers 14 and under who have not yet qualified for Tri-County in a particular event. Swimmers choose up to 2 individual events and 2 relays and the coaches will do their best to honor all requests. A meets are for all swimmers, but the line up is decided by the coach. Only three swimmers (3 boys and 3 girls) will swim in each age group per event. The coach will announce the line-up during practice the day before the meet. 

 

What can I do to help?

Swimming is an "all hands on deck" event. We expect that each family with a child swimming will provide one parent volunteer for each meet that their child swims in. Job assignments will be sent out prior to each A and B meet. In addition, we send out a survey in the beginning of the season to help us plan for swimmer and parent meet absences. Some jobs include:

 

stroke and turn judge - must attend a short clinic

place judge

timers

clerk of course - help organize the kids during the meet

scoring the meet

runner - you actually run the results from the official to the scoring table

announcer

ribbons

starter

 

I need to speak with the coach, what is the best way to talk to her?

Please don't try and talk to the coach during practice. She is very busy with the kids swimming in the pool and it is difficult for her to answer your questions and focus on the swimmers at the same time. You can contact Coach Jamie at: 

 

How are points and ribbons earned at a meet?

All swimmers receive ribbons at B meets. B meets are not scored as dual meets. In an A meet individual ribbons are given for 1st through 4th place and 1st place ribbons are given in relays. Team points are earned as follows...