Genesee Mountain Thunder Swim Team

In case you are new to the swim team world... here are some suggestions to make your day a little easier: 

• Team swimsuit, team cap and goggles — plus backup goggles if you have them
• At least two towels
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
• Warm layers such as a sweatshirt and sweatpants for cool mornings
• A sleeping bag or blanket for swimmers to relax on between events
• Healthy snacks and plenty of water or sports drinks
• Books, cards, games or another quiet activity for downtime between races
• A small first-aid kit and any medications your child may need
• A folding camp chair for parents

Most importantly, a good attitude — swim meets start early and can be long, but they’re a lot of fun!

• Eat normally and well in the days before the meet. Good nutrition throughout the week matters more than one special pre-meet meal.
• Before the meet, choose familiar, easy-to-digest foods. Foods rich in carbohydrates can provide energy without feeling overly heavy.
• Avoid very fatty, spicy or unusually heavy foods immediately before swimming.
• Stay hydrated. Swimmers can become dehydrated even though they are competing in the water.
• Between events, choose light snacks and fluids that your swimmer knows sit well with them.
• Every swimmer is different — stick with foods your child is accustomed to rather than experimenting on meet day.

For more detailed information, read the full article.

The order of events can be found here.

More Information & Frequently Asked Questions can be found in the Parent Handbook HERE!