Required Equipment
> Practice suits (2 or more recommended, practice suits wear out and must be replaced as needed.)
> Swim snorkel (example: https://www.swimoutlet.com/p/arena-swim-snorkel-pro-8132704/?color=9325)
> Goggles (2 or more recommended)
> Practice swim caps (2 or more recommended)
> Water bottle, preferably 1/2 gallon insulated sport jug
> Dry land exercise attire
> Running/gym shoes

Missed practices or meets due to injury
If an athlete becomes injured they must report it to both coaches, and the head athletic trainer. A GISD swimmer who is unable to participate in practices or meets because of an injury will have no penalty at the coaches’ discretion, but must attend and watch ALL practices and meets.

Missed practices or meets due to illness
A GISD swimmer who is unable to participate in practices or meets because of an illness should email both coaches. A note from a parent does not excuse a swimmer from practice. A doctor’s note must be provided to the coach in the event of illness.

Excused absences
A GISD swimmer who misses practice because of an excused absence will complete a practice make-up set at the coach’s discretion to be completed outside of normal practice times.

Unexcused absences
A GISD swimmer who misses practice because of an unexcused absence will complete a practice make-up set at the coach’s discretion to be completed outside of normal practice times.

Missed meet
A GISD swimmer that misses a UIL swim meet will complete practice make-up set/s at the coach’s discretion to be completed outside of normal practice times.

Leaving practice early
A GISD swimmer that must leave practice early or arrive late will complete a practice make-up set at the coach’s discretion to be completed outside of normal practice times.

In the event of bad weather, practice will be held unless you are otherwise notified by the school or coaches.  If there is thunder or lightening, we will not be in the water as required, but we will do dry land exercises or other activities.