Consent* I understand and agree to the terms and conditions listed above. I understand that if I do not follow the rules listed above, my child will not be allowed to swim anymore. I agree to pay the registration fee and follow the guidelines as stated. I understand that there will be no refund as a result and I will still be accountable for paying off the total team fee. I also understand that if I do not pay off the total fee, even if my child leaves the team, Gateway Sports & Pools Inc. will present my debt to a collection agency which will negatively affect my credit
1) Swimmers must attend at least 3 days of practice per week unless on a school swim team. Keep in mind if your child does not attend 3 days a week of practice, this will greatly affect your child’s performance. Inadequate participation may lead to temporary or permanent suspension from the team with no refund! Attendance will be taken at every practice.
2) It is mandatory for Junior and Senior Swim Team participants to compete at the approved swim meets by the Head Coach.
3) Late arrival will not be tolerated. Swimmers are to be on deck, in proper bathing attire, at the very start of practice. Latecomers will not be allowed to swim without proper documentation or agreed approval between coaches and the swimmer’s parent.
4) Swimmers must bring swimming equipment at all times, even if we do not use it every day.
5) It is mandatory for all swimmers to wear a Gateway swim cap for identification at any facility, during practice and meet times.
6) Swimmers are required to wear coach approved bathing suits.
7) Parents are not allowed on the pool deck, nor allowed to talk to coaches, during the practice.
8) Parents and swimmers are responsible for checking their emails regularly for team updates, news, and swim meet info.
9) Swimmers and parents are required to follow the rules set forth by any facility the team is using for practices or meets
Pool & Team Rules:
• All team members must be prompt, as lateness will not be tolerated.
• All team members must be respectful to the coaches and considerate of their teammates.
• Parents must notify the coach if their child needs to leave practice early. The swimmer must ask permission from the coach prior to leaving the pool.
• Gateway Sports & Pools Inc. cannot be held liable for any accidents or injuries to members, in or around the facility.
• Please secure all personal belongings, as we are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
• No Running, Food or Shoes allowed on the pool deck.
• Gateway Sports & Pools Inc. has the right to refuse any team member to swim if they engage in disorderly conduct towards the staff or team members. Any team member not displaying good sportsmanship will be asked to leave.
• Note that all members must come prepared with full uniform and gear for each practice session.
Informed Consent and Waiver/Release of Liability: I, the undersigned, as the parent or legal guardian of the child(ren) listed on this application agree and understand that swimming is a hazardous activity. I recognize that there are risks inherent in the sport of swimming, including, but not limited to, paralyzing injuries and death.
The participant hereby agrees to participate in the Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. Swim Team and hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless, Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. or its coaches, officers, directors, agents and employees against any liability resulting from any injury that may occur to the participant while participating in the Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. sports programs. The participant also agrees to indemnify Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. for any damages incurred arising from any claims, demand, action or cause of action by the participant. Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. assumes no responsibility for any personal property placed in or about the facility.
The parent/guardian authorizes any representative of Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. to have the participant treated in any medical emergency during their participation in the Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. swim team, swim lessons or sports programs. Further, the participant and/or parent or guardian agrees to pay all costs associated with medical care and transportation for the participant.
Photos and/or Video: I also understand that photos are occasionally taken at Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. and that any photo taken of my child(ren) may be used for Gateway Sports and Pools Inc. publicity purposes.
I have read and understood, and I agree with the Informed Consent and Waiver Release of Liability outlined above