FAQ

  • Who can answer my questions about the swim team?

    jaxcoswim@gmail.com

  • What strokes do the swimmers use in competition?

    Freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.

  • What swimming strokes does my child need to know to join the team?

    Your child must be able to complete two laps of freestyle.

  • What does the Swim Dues Cover?

    Swimsuit, T-Shirt, cap, and pants. Lane Fees, Meet Fees, Meet Snacks, and Banquet Fees. Kick Board and fins are available to swimmers to use.

Swim Team Practices:

  • How often and when is practice?

    Practice is 4 days a week. Monday - Thursday

  • Should I stay and watch a swim practice?

    You are welcome to watch. Please refrain from talking with the coach during practice. Practice is when the coach spends time with the swimmers.

    Please hold any questions for the coach until before or after practice.

  • What happens if we have a conflict, and my child is not able to attend practice?

    Please discuss this with the coach.

  • Does a child have to swim in a particular number of practices during the week in order to swim in a meet?

    All practices are mandatory, however, if you have a conflict please discuss with the coach.

  • What does my child need in order to swim?

    Two pairs of googles – two practice suits – 2 practice swim caps.

  • How does my child get to practice?

    Parent or carpool. The school does not provide transportation to practices.

Swim Meets:

  • What does my child need to bring to a swim meet?

    Two Pairs of googles – their team race suit – two towels – snacks and a water bottle.

  • How long does a swim meet last?

    A swim meet will be at least 4 hours, but it could be longer.

  • How many events can my child swim?

    Each swimmer will swim 2 individual events and possibly a rely depending on the number of swimmers.

  • How will I know what my swimmer will be swimming at the meet?

    The Coaches will discuss with your child what events they would like to participate in and decide what is best. Coaches will not discuss events with the parents per the school handbook.

  • How does my swimmer get to the meets?

    The school provides both the Middle and High School teams with a bus.

  • How is it determined what swimmers will be on a relay?

    The coach makes that decision. There are a variety of factors involved. No swimmer is guaranteed to swim on a relay. If your swimmer has a poor sportsmanship attitude or does not participate in practice could result being removed from a relay.

  • How long does the season last?

    Practice officially starts in October and lasts until the end of January. If you qualify for State, in High School, the season runs through the middle of February.

  • Can spectators attend the swim meets?

    Yes, spectator can attend the swim meets, However, seating may be limited at certain venues. It is recommended to arrive early.

  • Does Middle School and High School swim at the same meets?

    High School and Middle School will have both combined and separate meets throughout the season.