Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

How do I register for camp?
Everyone will be registering online this year at no additional cost and the opening day for camp registration is tentatively set for Dec. 1st 2009. (perhaps sooner) Sessions will fill up quickly so please register early! 

Who can attend Brett Hawke Auburn Swim Camps?
Competitive swimmers of all levels from ages 9 - 18 who are registered with USA Swimming. Must provide USA Registration number at the time of registration. 

Commuter versus Resident?
A day camper (Commuter) starts the day at the pool at 8:20 am and is picked up at the dorms after activities at 9:00 pm. They will have lunch and dinner provided for them. Day campers (Commuter) wishing to come later and leave earlier can be accommodated. Day Campers are to remain with the group until the end of the day. Residents are overnight campers that will be residing in the dorms.
 

Can I request a roommate?
Yes. While you are registering online, simply indicate the preferred roommate in the appropriate space provided and we will do our very best to accommodate everyone, but please understand that we cannot 100% guarantee it. Requests must be made by both campers on the registration forms. No last minute additions/changes can be honored.
There will be no changing of rooms during check in unless "no shows" are involved. 

Are there any discounts?
There is a sibling discount of $50 for those families who qualify with two or more immediate family participants. (Cousins do not qualify) The first participant sibling pays full price and all others receive the $50 discount simply by selecting the discount on the registration page. We do verify and you must qualify to take advantage of this discount. 

What is the refund Policy?
A non-refundable (unless medical documentation is provided) $150.00 deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance must be paid by May 1st or you will incur a $25 late fee. Unpaid balances as of May 15 will result in your child being dropped and forfeiture of all fees paid. Canceling prior to May 1st you will receive a refund of all monies paid except the $150.00 deposit. After May 1st you will receive 50% of the camp fees less $150 deposit. 

Where do the campers eat and do they need snacks?
Campers will eat at the Auburn dining halls. There will also be snacks and drinks available for purchase at the camp store.
Campers may bring snacks with them. 

Is there a "Team Camp" or team discount?
There is no "Team Camp" but swimmers and coaches from the same team can attend the same session. There is no team discount but there is a $50.00 sibling discount. 

Does the camp have insurance and medical staff?
Excess Accident Medical Insurance coverage for the camp is provided through your USA Swimming membership. Parent's insurance is the primary carrier with USA Swimming's Excess Accident Medical policy as the secondary. Medicine and Medical Personnel: We will have a certified Athletic Trainer on call during the camp. If your camper is on medicine please contact us before camp starts so we are aware. Controlled substances will be maintained by staff and dispensed as indicated. You must provide a medical release for administering of drugs. (Form is provided in your packet) In the event of an injury during camp, the parent would file first with their primary carrier and any remaining bills or receipts would be filed for reimbursement through USA Swimming's policy. If there is no primary coverage, USA Swimming's policy will pay subject to a $150 deductible. Medical forms (included in the registration packet) must be completed by the participant's family physician and mailed with the application prior to the start of camp. 

Camp pictures?
Camp pictures are available. You may purchase the pictures online when registering. Group pictures are $12.00, Individual pictures are $12.00 and both are $24.00. If you order a photo you must be on time for check-in. Late arrivals will result in your child not being photographed and forfeiture of monies paid in.  

Will my child have a telephone in their room?
No. There are two phones in the lobby of the dorm that are available each night. Calls must be made collect or with a calling card. Cell phones are permitted, but must stay in the dorm at all times. (Cell phones CANNOT be taken to the pool or to the classroom presentations). 

What is the ratio of campers to coaches/counselors?
We pride ourselves on the low ratio of campers to counselors. We feel that individual attention is a necessity and is vital for a positive experience. This also facilitates an interactive teaching environment with a lot of feedback given to each camper. The ratio is approximately 10 swimmers to 1 staff member. 

Do I need a USA Swimming number?
Yes! A USA Swimming registration number is required. Those athletes living in the Southeastern Swimming LSC (in the Florida Panhandle, Alabama or Tennessee), can go to www.seswim.org/forms/coaches_forms.htm to download the application. Make sure you download the 2009-10 Southeastern SEASONAL Registration form in which you check off the INDIVIDUAL registration for $30 (150 consecutive days...make sure those days cover the camp dates) in the right hand corner of the application form. Do NOT select Season 1 or Season 2.  Otherwise go to your Local Swim Committee (LSC) or check the USA Swimming Site http://www.usaswimming.org 

Do you video tape? (DARTFISH)
Yes. Swimmers can order underwater stroke analysis CD using Dartfish software comparing your child with a varsity AU swimmer. 

The Dartfish Video:

This is an underwater comparison of your son or daughter to a current/former Auburn Varsity swimmer. Members of the Auburn University Men's and Women's Swimming Team Coaching Staff provide the commentary of the critical components of the stroke, what to look for in your own stroke and what a swimmer should be doing to execute the stroke appropriately. All four strokes are compared and analyzed. At the end of camp your son or daughter will receive a CD (playable on your computer) that will show their underwater video playing at the same time as the underwater video of the University swimmer. There will be key positions and audio commentary for each stroke. 

Can parents watch camp sessions?
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch any water session from the upstairs spectator seating in the indoor pool or from the bleachers in the outdoor pool. 

What about Medications?
If a camper is age appropriate and responsible enough to administer, they may keep their medication in their room. We can also arrange on an individual basis for a counselor to administer previously prescribed medication to younger campers with consent of the parent or guardian. Inhalers may be brought on deck during all water sessions. Controlled substances must be maintained by a counselor. 

Are there washers and dryers?
Coin operated washers and dryers are available for use in each residence hall. 

What should my camper NOT bring to camp?
·         Expensive electronic equipment
·         Jewelry
·         Excessive money
·         Gum
·         Pets
·         Alcoholic beverages
·         Drugs
·         Firearms
·         Knives
·         Fireworks
...are prohibited on the Auburn University Campus. Any items found not to be in compliance with University policy will be confiscated and the appropriate law enforcement action will be taken. Parents will be notified immediately and campers will be asked to leave the premises without refund. 

Is transportation available from the Atlanta Airport?
Transportation to and from the Atlanta Airport is available for $150.00 roundtrip.
Campers will be met at the top of the escalators prior to going into the baggage area by a staff member wearing an Auburn Swim Camp shirt.***Be sure to fill out the airport transportation form and return it with your other registration paperwork as soon as possible so we may make the necessary arrangements.*** 

Are there specific flight times I need to be aware of?
When making flight reservations to and from the Atlanta Int'l Airport, here are some time guidelines that will help in your planning:·         ARRIVE NO LATER than 2:00PM Eastern Time(Atlanta is on Eastern Time and Auburn is on Central Time).·         DEPART NO EARLIER than 4:30PM Eastern Time. 

Who can I contact in case of an emergency?
Debra Hazeldine will be available on her cell phone all 4 weeks of the camp. The number will be published when camp starts. You may also call the Auburn Swimming and Diving office at 334-844-9746. 

When and where should the resident campers be dropped off and picked up?
Check-in for each camp session is between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm (Central Time) on Sunday at the dorms. At the conclusion of camp all campers will be fully supervised until picked-up at 12:00 pm at the Pool (Central Time) Friday. Please be prompt as our coaches and counselors have personal flights to catch. 

How much spending money should I send with my camper?
$30 to $50 should be plenty.
The following is a list of typical items available in the camp store:
·         T-shirts($10-$20)
·         Caps($10)
·         Goggles($5-$25)
·         Candy($.50-$2)
·         Gatorade or Water ($2)
·         AND MUCH MORE!! 

What if I lose my room key during camp?
There is a $20.00 fee for a key lost during camp.