SwimAtlanta October Invite 10/12-13 @ Georgia Tech Meet Updates

Oct 10, 2024

We are excited to announce that USA Swimming will have a videographer on site during the meet to capture footage for their officials certification courses and coach education social media channel (@usaswimmingnextgen).  All meet attendees (parents, swimmers, officials, coaches, and spectators) should review the attached media waiver.  If you agree to be photographed, no further action is required.  Should you wish to opt out of being photographed, please click the link below to fill out the form by noon on Friday, October 11, 2024. Media Waiver Opt Out Form

Important Info & Links:

Parking Information:
Please be aware that the parking deck may be closed, and there will be no prepay parking available this weekend. We will be using the GT Visitor Parking Lot, W02 Student Center Lot located at 353 Ferst Dr. This lot operates like an airport "click and pull" system.  Credit Card Only.

Pool Deck Access:
    •    Only volunteer timers, officials, swimmers, and coaches are allowed on the deck.

Warm-Up Schedule / Meet Start Times:

  • Saturday 
    • Warm-Up: 10:30-11:20am (Open)
    • Start:  11:30am
  • Sunday
    • Warm-Up:  8:30-9:20am (Open)
    • Start:  9:30am

Heat Sheets:
Heat sheets will not be sold at the meet but will be available online through Meet Mobile and the links below:

  • Saturday (Swimmers will need to provide his or her own timer for 400im)
  • Sunday (Swimmers will need to provide his or her own timer for 500free)

T-Shirt:  Simax will be in the lobby selling meet appreal.

Items to Prepare as a Swim Parent:

  1. Sharpie: Write your swimmer’s events, heat, and lane number on their arm. Do not expect your child’s coach to track them down for their races. In the early years, it’s important to stay aware of the events happening in the pool and ensure your child is prepared. As they gain more experience, they’ll learn to get ready on their own.
  2. Snacks and Drinks: Bring snacks (for both you and your swimmer) and a cooler with plenty of water or sports drinks. While most swim meet venues have concession stands, it’s a good idea to bring your own. Granola bars, protein bars, and fruits like bananas are excellent choices.
  3. Meet Mobile App: This app is a valuable resource for swim parents, providing meet results, heat sheets, schedules, and more. The free version does not include meet results, so consider upgrading to the paid version if you become a long-term swim parent. More details can be found here.
  4. Spare Equipment: Always bring a spare swim cap, goggles, and even a swimsuit. Unfortunate mishaps can happen, so having backups is essential.
  5. Positive Attitude and Encouragement: Remember, your child may be more nervous than you. Offer plenty of support and encouragement as they get ready to race, especially if it’s their first meet.


SwimAtlanta 2024 AAU Kick Off Meet @ Georgia Tech

Sep 13, 2024

SwimAtlanta is excited to be hosting the AAU Kickoff Meet for the 2024-2025 swim season on Sunday, September 15th!

Important Info & Links:

Parking Information:
Please be aware that the parking deck may be closed, and there will be no prepay parking available this weekend. We will be using the GT Visitor Parking Lot, W02 Student Center Lot located at 353 Ferst Dr. This lot operates like an airport "click and pull" system.  Credit Card Only.

Pool Deck Access:
    •    Only volunteer timers, officials, swimmers, and coaches are allowed on the deck.

Warm-Up Schedule / Meet Start Times:

  • 8:00-8:20am - SwimAtlanta: Sugarloaf, Johns Creek, Georgia Tech
  • 8:20-8:40am - SwimAtlanta: Midway, Mt. Bethel, Roswell, Hamilton Mill
  • Meet Starts: 8:45am

Heat Sheets:
Heat sheets will not be sold at the meet but will be available online through Meet Mobile and the links below:

  • 11 & Older Pool (100's of stroke) all events will be swum near the diving well pool.
  • 12 & Under Pool (50's of stroke) all events will be swum under the scoreboard pool.

T-Shirt:  Simax will be in the lobby selling meet appreal.

Swim Shop:  Make sure to check out Reddiset in room 240 upstairs.

Items to Prepare as a Swim Parent:

  1. Sharpie: Write your swimmer’s events, heat, and lane number on their arm. Do not expect your child’s coach to track them down for their races. In the early years, it’s important to stay aware of the events happening in the pool and ensure your child is prepared. As they gain more experience, they’ll learn to get ready on their own.
  2. Snacks and Drinks: Bring snacks (for both you and your swimmer) and a cooler with plenty of water or sports drinks. While most swim meet venues have concession stands, it’s a good idea to bring your own. Granola bars, protein bars, and fruits like bananas are excellent choices.
  3. Meet Mobile App: This app is a valuable resource for swim parents, providing meet results, heat sheets, schedules, and more. The free version does not include meet results, so consider upgrading to the paid version if you become a long-term swim parent. More details can be found here.
  4. Spare Equipment: Always bring a spare swim cap, goggles, and even a swimsuit. Unfortunate mishaps can happen, so having backups is essential.
  5. Positive Attitude and Encouragement: Remember, your child may be more nervous than you. Offer plenty of support and encouragement as they get ready to race, especially if it’s their first meet.


2024 GA Swim 14&Under LC Age Group State Championships Meet Updates

Jul 16, 2024

SwimAtlanta is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the 2024 Long Course Age Group State Championship, proudly driven by Jim Ellis Buick GMC, at the prestigious Georgia Tech Aquatic Center! Dive into the excitement of competing in the legendary Olympic pool, where champions are made.

Important Info:

  • Swimmers in the 400 IM, 400 free, and 800/1500 free must provide their own counter and timer.
  • Prelims and 10&under / JS (Events 101-176) will be doing chase starts.  Meet will be seeded fast to slow.  Odd heats will start from the Diving Well side with Even heats starting under the Scoreboard.
  • All Relay events will start from the Diving Well side.
  • Enjoy 3 bonus swims on any day you choose—maximize your competition fun!
  • Simax will be at the meet with all your Official Swim Meet Apparel.
  • Reddiset Swim Shop has you covered with new tech suits, practice suits, caps, goggles, and more.

Pool Deck Access:

  • Only volunteers, timers, counters, officials, swimmers, and coaches are allowed on the deck. Sign up to be a timer and join the action! Click here to volunteer.  

Needing a place to eat check out:

Sign up for action photos online with River Oak Photography

Sign up for action photos!

River Oak Photography is thrilled to provide action photography for the Georgia 14 and Under Long Course State meet. 

Reservations will be available for Saturday and Sunday 11-14 Prelims and 10 & Under / JS sessions. Make your reservations in advance online at riveroakphotography.com/reserve-online/lc-ag-state. Contact [email protected] with any questions.

Meet Documents/Links:

 



SwimAtlanta Last Chance Meet Updates

Jul 12, 2024

Pool Address:

Warm-Up Schedule:

  • Saturday (No Lane 1 till the meet starts)
    • 12:15-12:45 Open Lanes 2-10
    • 12:45-1:20 Control 
      • Lanes 2, 9 One Way Starts
      • Lane 10 Pace
  • Sunday
    • 8:00-8:40 Open
    • 8:40-9:10 Control
      • Lanes 2, 9 One Way Starts
      • Lane 1, 10 Pace

Important Info & Links: 

  • Parents are asked to stay upstairs in the stands unless volunteering.
  • Saturday we will be racing in lanes 3-10.  Lane 1 will be warm up / warm down. No swimming in Lane 2.  Sunday we will be racing in lanes 1-10.  With warm up / warm down in the instructional pool.
  • Swimmers are asked to provide his or her own timer for the 400im and 400free.
  • Heat Sheet 

Here are some basic items you would need to prepare as a swim parent:

1. SHARPIE!  It would be best to write your swimmer’s events, heat & lane number on their arm. Do not expect your kid’s coach will be calling (or looking) for your kid to prepare for their race. At first, you will need to be aware which event is happening in the pool and get your child prepared for their event. As your child gets older and have had several swim meets under their belt, they learn to get ready in time on their own – but during the early years, you definitely want to be aware of what is happening in the pool and remind your child to get ready for their event.

2. Snacks (for both yourself & the swimmer) & a cooler with plenty of water bottles &/or sports drinks. Most swim meet venues do have a concession stand, but it’s probably a good idea to bring your own drinks and snacks. Granola bars, protein bars, fruits such as bananas are also good snacks to bring.

3. Meet Mobile app. Probably the most common go-to app for swim parents. It provides meet results, heat sheets, the meet schedule & more. The free version does not provide meet results, so if you’re OK with that you can try the free version first. But once you become a long-term swim parent, you will need the paid version.More details of the app can be found at: https://www.active.com/mobile/meet-mobile-app.

4. Spare swim cap and goggles. Maybe even a spare swimsuit! Unfortunate or unlucky things do happen from time to time and swim meets are not an exception. Bring a spare of everything in case a goggle breaks or a swim cap tears.

5. Positive attitude and encouraging words. If it’s your first swim meet, it is most likely that your kid is more nervous than you!  Your child is going up on the diving blocks for their first race in front of a crowd. Be supportive and offer plenty of encouragement.

6. Results from the meet will be posted to www.swimcloud.com by Sunday afternoon.



2024 Betsy Dunbar Meet Updates

May 31, 2024

Chase starts will be used for all sessions.  With odd heats starting from the Diving Well side and even heats starting form the Scoreboard side of the pool.  All heats of the 50 Free, 50 Back, 50 Breast, & 50 Fly will start from the Scoreboard side.  Swimmers in the 400im and 400Free will need to provide his or her own timer.

Updated Warm-Up Schedule & Meet Start Times:

  • 13&over
    • Saturday Warm Ups: 8:30-9:25am (open) / Meet Starts: 9:30am
    • Sunday Warm-Ups: 7:30-8:25am (open) / Meet Starts: 8:30am
  • 12&under
    • Saturday Warm-Ups:  
      • SwimAtlanta, ABSC, USAC, MAAC, TRSC, Unattached:  1:10-1:30pm / Meet Starts: 2:00pm
      • All Other Teams - 1:30-1:55pm / Meet Starts: 2:00pm
    • Sunday Warm-Ups: 
      • SwimAtlanta, ABSC, USAC, MAAC, TRSC, Unattached: 1:15-1:35pm / Meet Starts: 2:05pm
      • All Other Teams: 1:35-2:00pm / Meet Starts: 2:05pm

Meet Documents

  • Volunteer Timer Sign Up  - Please consider volunteering to be a timer.  Timers will be getting free parking and have a chance to win a brand new Speedo Tech Suit.  Either click the link or sign up on Teamunify.  
  • Parking - Parking Attendants will be taking payments each day to park. But just incase there is always the option of the W02 Student Center Lot located at 353 Ferst Dr. This is a click and pull lot (like the airport). The cost is $2 per hour with a $15 max per day. Credit Card Only.  This might be a cheaper option for some coaches, swimmers & families.  With no prepay parking available this weekend we recommend planning accordingly or Sign Up to be a timer and get free parking.
  • Heat Sheets


Schedule a Swim Team Evaluation: Join SwimAtlanta Swim Team for the 2024-2025 Season!

May 29, 2024

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Speedo Atlanta Sprint Classic Driven by Jim Ellis Cadillac

May 17, 2024

Here are some basic items you would need to prepare as a swim parent:

1. SHARPIE!  It would be best to write your swimmer’s events, heat & lane number on their arm. Do not expect your kid’s coach will be calling (or looking) for your kid to prepare for their race. At first, you will need to be aware which event is happening in the pool and get your child prepared for their event. As your child gets older and have had several swim meets under their belt, they learn to get ready in time on their own – but during the early years, you definitely want to be aware of what is happening in the pool and remind your child to get ready for their event.

2. Snacks (for both yourself & the swimmer) & a cooler with plenty of water bottles &/or sports drinks. Most swim meet venues do have a concession stand, but it’s probably a good idea to bring your own drinks and snacks. Granola bars, protein bars, fruits such as bananas are also good snacks to bring.

3. Meet Mobile app. Probably the most common go-to app for swim parents. It provides meet results, heat sheets, the meet schedule & more. The free version does not provide meet results, so if you’re OK with that you can try the free version first. But once you become a long-term swim parent, you will need the paid version.More details of the app can be found at: https://www.active.com/mobile/meet-mobile-app.

4. Spare swim cap and goggles. Maybe even a spare swimsuit! Unfortunate or unlucky things do happen from time to time and swim meets are not an exception. Bring a spare of everything in case a goggle breaks or a swim cap tears.

5. Positive attitude and encouraging words. If it’s your first swim meet, it is most likely that your kid is more nervous than you!  Your child is going up on the diving blocks for their first race in front of a crowd. Be supportive and offer plenty of encouragement.

6. Results from the meet will be posted to www.swimcloud.com by Monday afternoon/evening.



2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic driven by Jim Ellis Cadillac

May 3, 2024

2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic driven by Jim Ellis Cadillac

SwimAtlanta is excited to be hosting the 2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic, driven by Jim Ellis Cadillac.  This prestigious event has attracted a diverse and talented group of teams from across the nation, showcasing the depth and breadth of competitive swimming talent.

Experience the Thrill Up Close - Volunteer at the Speedo Atlanta Classic!

  • Dive into the heart of the action by volunteering at the Speedo Atlanta Classic. This is your chance to be at the center of excitement, witnessing world-class swimming right from the poolside. As a volunteer timer, you’ll be closer than ever to the races, experiencing firsthand the energy and speed of top-tier athletes as they compete. It's a unique opportunity to be part of a major sporting event and contribute to its success. Sign up to secure your spot right next to the action and help us create an unforgettable atmosphere for everyone involved!

Supporting a Great Cause Instead of Admission Fees

  • This year, in lieu of charging admission fees for the Speedo Atlanta Classic, we are asking attendees and supporters to make a donation to Swim Across America. Your generous contributions will directly support vital cancer research initiatives at Children's Healthcare facilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to enhance your event experience by making a positive impact in the fight against cancer. We believe in the power of our community to make a difference, and we invite you to join us in this important cause. To make your donation and learn more about how these funds will help save lives, please visit our dedicated Swim Across America donation page.

Doping Control: This event is subject to testing under USADA and AQUA rules. ALL ATHLETES are subject to testing. Please note that all minors must have a representative with them. NCAA doping control rules are different than the rules for this meet. Please be sure all of your athletes have checked their meds with USADA. https://websitedevsa.blob.core.windows.net/sitefinity/docs/default-source/default-document-library/doping-control-information-club-excellence-challenge.pdf

Meet Documents: