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24-25SWM vs UCSB

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Women - 116-146

January 10, 2025

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Swim Sprint Clinic 1-3

When: May 29-30, 2026 June 5-6, 2026 June 12-13, 2026 Who: Boys and Girls Ages 12-18

 

Experience one of BYU’s Sprint Clinics this summer. BYU Swimming Head Coach Tamber McAllister and her team of coaches will lead swimmers through the training methods that have propelled BYU athletes to the top-tier of swimming’s sprint competition—BYU sprinters have qualified for the NCAA championships in four of the past six years and have competed in the past three US Olympic Trials.

Camp attendees will work on reaction time, stroke technique, turns, finishes, race strategy, and starts. Resistance and power will be implemented in the workouts. It is recommended that participants have competed in at least one competition prior to attending the clinic.

The Sprint Clinics are at the pools in BYU’s Richards Building. The Clinics run 10:00 am-2:00 pm on Friday and from 10:00 am-noon on Saturday. On Friday, there is a one-hour break for lunch, which is provided.

Check-in is at the pool complex at 9:30 am on the first day of the Clinic.

Bring your swimsuit and goggles and come ready to swim.

BYU Swimming’s Sprint Clinics have a limited enrollment, so register as soon as possible.

This is not an overnight camp.

Registration opens on Wednesday, January 29 at 1 p.m. MT.

General Schedule

A general agenda for the clinic is as follows:

Day 1:

9:30-9:45: Check-in at the southeast corner of Lavell Edwards Stadium

9:45-10:00: Change into suits in the locker room and be ready to swim

10:00 am: Orientation on pool deck

10:15-11:55: Swim (Sprint Stroke Technique Focus)

12:00-1:00: Lunch at Cannon Center 

1:00-2:00: Stations for Sprinting Skills (Starts, Turns, Breakouts, Finishes)

Day 2:

9:45 am: Arrive at pool and prepare

10:00 am: Reaction Drills

10:15: Warmup

10:30-12:00: Power & Speed Stations (Destro Towers, Sox, Parachute, Bands, Tempo Trainers) 

Check-In

Friday, May 29  9:30-9:45 a.m.  Richards Building Pool 

Friday, June 5  9:30-9:45 a.m.  Richards Building Pool 

Friday, June 12  9:30-9:45 a.m.  Richards Building Pool 

Pick-Up

Camp ends at 2:00 p.m. on Friday and 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.


Parents: After checkout time, participants will not be required to have special permission to leave
campus. Please make arrangements to pick up your young athletes on time. You can pick up your
child at the Richards Building.

Cancellations and Refunds

To cancel a registration, you may self-cancel by logging into your Active account. You may also email our office at sportscamps@byu.edu. Your registration is not cancelled until you receive an email confirmation.  If a program is cancelled, a full refund will be given.  Brigham Young University cannot be held responsible for any change or cancellation charges required by airlines, travel agencies, or other institutions. 

Only a participant and his or her parents have authority to request a refund. Full refunds, minus the 10% nonrefundable portion of camp tuition ($20 minimum), will be given on all cancellations requested by 5 p.m. on May 18th, 14 days before camps begins. No refunds will be given after this deadline. 

Checklist of Items to Bring to Camp
  • Clothing for workouts— athletic socks, cleats, glove.  

  • Clothing for free time and in the cafeteria—knee-length shorts, sweats, etc. 

  • Toiletries—toothbrush, soap, shampoo, etc. 

  • Towel 

  • Sunscreen 

  • Emergency phone numbers 

  • Information on past injuries for trainers 

  • Alarm clock (campus housing participants) 

  • Spending money (optional) for snacks, souvenirs, prescriptions, etc. 

  • Water bottle  

  • Padlock for valuables drawer (campus housing participants) 

  • Camera (optional) 

 

*Note: Write your name clearly on all items you will be bringing to camp. 

 

Items to leave at home include in-line skates, skateboards, hover boards, water guns, water balloons, fireworks, other explosive/flammable materials, incense, candles, any type of open flame, firearms, pellet guns, BB and paint guns, wrist rockets, slingshots, bows and arrows, knives, swords (including decorative weapons), and pets and animals of any kind.  These items are inappropriate to bring to camp and will be confiscated.  We also discourage you from bringing media devices, laptops, expensive items, and excessive cash. 

Standards

Participants attending BYU Sports Camps must maintain the standards of Brigham Young University (i.e., high standards of honor, integrity, language, and morality; abstinence from tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea, and harmful drugs; and modesty in dress). A clean and well-groomed appearance should be maintained (e.g. men are encouraged to shave). Sport-appropriate performance attire is acceptable during training and practice sessions; tanks/shirts must be worn at all times. Dress standards such as knee-length shorts and shirts with sleeves are enforced in other areas of campus and camp participants should be prepared to change into the appropriate attire as required. 

 

The following are the responsibilities of each participant: Maintain respectful attitudes toward coaches, counselors, and all other individuals; demonstrate proper use of university equipment and facilities; attend camp sessions and activities; follow instructions; respect curfews; dress modestly; refrain from vulgar and profane language; and come prepared to observe the BYU Honor Code. 

 

While cell phones are permitted at camp, participants are required to be respectful in their use of cell phones. Phones should not be used during practice or other inappropriate times. Participants must respect the privacy of others, including being courteous while taking photos and recording videos. Capturing photos and videos in restrooms, locker rooms, or other changing areas is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply with these policies and to be respectful of the privacy of others will result in dismissal from the camp. 

 

Due to safety and liability concerns, any participant found in or entering campus construction areas will be subject to immediate dismissal. 

Food and Housing

Campus housing participants will eat most meals in the all-you-can-eat cafeteria. Non-housing participants will meals in the same cafeteria. There is a $2 replacement cost for lost meal cards. BYU dress and grooming standards are strictly enforced in the cafeteria; therefore, please remember to bring pants, sweats, or knee-length shorts to wear at mealtimes. Flip-flops, slippers, swimsuits, and tank tops are not permitted in the cafeteria. 

Campus housing participants are lodged Monday through Tuesday nights in Helaman Halls. Campus housing participants who must stay due to travel arrangements may stay in the residence halls Wednesday night and check out by 9:00 a.m. Thursday morning. Meals after their camp ends are at the participant’s expense. The residence hall room is furnished with linen, bedding, towels, and a pullout drawer for valuables that can be locked (padlock must be provided by the participant). Laundry facilities are not available. Messages for those staying in campus housing can be left by calling the Sports Camps Office, 801-422-5724. 

Security Rules

Participants should be aware of the following rules and precautions: 

 

  • Do not bring a large sum of money or expensive items to camp. 

  • Do not leave equipment unattended, except in designated secure locations. 

  • Do not walk alone on campus or leave campus unattended (without a counselor, coach, or other camp staff member). 

  • Write your name clearly on all items you will be bringing to camp. 

 

Brigham Young University is not responsible for lost or stolen items. 

Insurance

Brigham Young University does not provide medical insurance for sports camps participants. Medical expenses incurred as a result of participating in a BYU sports camp are the responsibility of the family of each camp participant. Participants must carry primary insurance during camp or be self-insured. Expenses for treatment paid by BYU must be reimbursed to the university no later than  August 31, 2026. 

Illnesses and Injuries

For minor illnesses, participants may choose to remain at home. Counselors or coaches must be notified in such cases.  If medical treatment for a participant is deemed necessary, Brigham Young University will attempt to contact the parent or guardian.  In the event the parent/guardian cannot be timely reached, the participant may be transported off-site to receive medical treatment. 

Experienced athletic trainers will be on hand to treat injuries that may occur during workouts. For serious injuries, participants may be taken to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Athletes are encouraged to begin strength, flexibility, and nutritional training prior to camp to minimize the risk of injury during camp. It is the camp participant’s responsibility to follow the trainers’ instructions.

The information listed above is camp specific. For general information regarding camp policies and guidelines click here.  

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