• The pool area is usually very warm, so make sure to dress appropriately.   Nothing is worse than being HOT at a swim meet.
  • If the swim meet facility offers a gym to spread out in, bring a foldable chair to sit with your child while he/she is not swimming.
  • Help your swimmer be well rested and nutritiously fed.
  • Support your swimmer’s efforts by stressing the importance of improving times, not just winning.
  • Rinse swim suits with cold water and line dry (do not wring) after each use.
  • To insure durability and longevity, you may want your swimmer to wear a team or other specific suit for swim meets only.
  • Have him/her use a practice suit for swim practice.