COMMUNICATION
Communication is the key for so many areas of life, this includes swimming. Communicating often and not simply when a problem exists can prevent most of the tension between coaches and parents. Getting information firsthand and taking into account that the coach and the parent don’t always fully understand each other’s situation should lead to discussion and an understanding, instead of both parties moving into a shouting match. The BAYS Swim Club has various ways of communicating information to both the parents and swimmers:

Parent Meetings

At the beginning of each season there is a parents meeting conducted the first week of practice. It will take approximately 1 hour or less and provides important “start-up” information. The coaching staff and executive board suggest strongly that at least one parent is in attendance—remember if you have a question; others may have the same one. This is a great way to meet other parents, arrange for car pools and get to know the coaches philosophy of swimming.

Notices and Mailboxes

We are starting a new system at our home pool of individual folders for the swimmers and board members. Each level will have a box with a hanging folder with the swimmers name on it. This should be looked at every day by the parent or swimmer for last minute notices, mail and awards. The board and coaches will have their own folders for any communication that you would like to pass onto them. Finally, there are notices and meet sign up sheets posted at the white board—it is very important to also check this area daily.