All, as we prepare for our first meet of the season I wanted to give everyone a little information to help it go as smoothly as possible. I know the following is a lot of information but hopefully it is all helpful. 

Please arrive close to 5pm. 

Facility Location: Caroline YMCA 17422 Library Blvd. Ruther Glen, Va. 22546

Because parking is limited, our team is encouraged to carpool if at all possible. If you cannot find parking immediately adjacent to the YMCA, there is roadside parking in Ladysmith Village near the library or at the Ladysmith Village Pool. Please no parking on the grass. Feel free to drop off your swimmer and belongings on the side of the building before parking.

Facility Information:

The Caroline YMCA pool is a 6 lane, 25-yard indoor pool with depths ranging from 3’-5’.

6 lanes will be used for competitions. 

Team Set-Up:

Our team will have an area in the grass outside adjacent to the pool facilities. Please make sure to bring tents (if you'd like), chairs, sunscreen, and bug spray. All spectators should enter and exit through the side door closest to the rear of the building. Because the YMCA will still be open for its members during our meet, we ask that teams stay in either the outdoor area or pool deck area.

Warm-Ups:

Each team will have 15 minutes to warm-up before the meet. Our team warm-up times are from 5:20-5:35. Meet start time is 6:00 pm.

Rules:

All rules of the Rappahannock Swim League (RSL) are in effect. No photos or videos of any kind are permitted behind the blocks at any time.

Stroke and Turn and Timers:

There will be a meeting for stroke and turn officials and all-timers (first and second half) at 5:40 in the front lobby. Even though this will be addressed in the timer meeting, please remind all timers to verify the name of the swimmer matches their timer sheets.

Clerk of Course:

Our Clerk of Course will be located outside the pool area. Swimmers will enter from the front side pool door. This door is reserved for Swimmer entrance or officials only. If possible, there clerk has asked that you write your swimmer's name on their right shoulder. It helps them to organize the swimmers and also helps the timers verify swimmers. This is only a suggestion from the opposing team and can be done at your discretion. 

General Swimmer/Spectator Conduct:

Therapy Pool: The therapy pool is NOT to be used at any time

First Aid: Please see the Lifeguard for assistance.

Facility Rules:

Caroline YMCA rules and regulations apply. Please obey all posted signs. No glass, smoking or pets inside the pool area or near the entrances. No alcohol permitted on the property. No entry to the inside of the facility other than officials.

Restrooms:

There are 2 family restrooms on the pool deck. Please use the door closest to the back of the building.

Inclement Weather:

RSL and facility policies are followed. In the case of lightning, please exit the pool area immediately. Please take shelter in your vehicles. Further information will be given to coaches to disseminate.

Concessions:

There will be food available for purchase and it is all cash only. 

Please message me with any questions or concerns and see you all tomorrow!