2009 Longhorns Swim Camp: Camp Description

2009 SESSION SCHEDULE and AVAILABILITY
Session	Date/Time	Ages	Cost
#1	May 31 - June 5, 2009 SOLD OUT! (1/1/09)	Boys & girls Ages 8-18	$765 resident $665 day camper
#2	June 7-12, 2009 SOLD OUT! (12/2/08)	Boys & girls Ages 8-18	$765 resident $665 day camper
#3	June 14-19, 2009 SOLD OUT! (12/29/08)	Boys & girls Ages 8-18	$765 resident $665 day camper
#4	June 21-26, 2009 SOLD OUT!(12/24/08)	Boys & girls Ages 8-18	$765 resident $665 day camper
#5	June 28 - July 3, 2009 SOLD OUT! (1/2/09)	Boys & girls Ages 8-18	$765 resident $665 day camper

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REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
Male and female swimmers (ages 8-18) of any ability level are welcome. It is highly recommended, but not required, that swimmers have competitive experience prior to attending.

Camp space is available on a first come - first serve basis. A $150 non-refundable deposit for each session attended (applicable to the camp fee) and registration form or on-line registration record is required. A pre-registration packet is sent with required forms in late January/early February. Camp space is not guaranteed until the application, required forms, and full payment are complete and received.

You have two ways to register for the 2009 camps:

1) REGISTER ONLINE (recommended) by clicking the link in the menu bar.

2) Mail or fax a registration form to the camp.

Campers not registering online should submit applications with $150 non-refundable deposit per session (checks made payable to "The University of Texas at Austin Swim Camp") to:

The University of Texas
2009 Longhorns Swim Camp
P.O. Box 65160
San Antonio, TX 78265-5160

If your first choice is closed upon receipt of application – you will be placed in your second, third, fourth choice if applicable based on available sessions or unless noted on your application. If camp is closed or no alternative session is available, your deposit will be returned.

Registration forms are available on the "Camp Registration" page at this Web site.

NOTE: Our bank is in San Antonio. Camp is held on The University of Texas at Austin campus. Registrations are not taken over the phone. The Camp is not responsible for failed fax attempts.

If paying by check, please note the checking account holder's driver's license state and number on the check.

Questions should be directed to:

Jon Alter, Director
Longhorns Swim Camp
The University of Texas at Austin
Intercollegiate Athletics
P.O. Box 7399
Austin, TX 78713-7399

phone: 512/475-8652
fax: 512/475-8739
e-mail: longhornswimcamp@athletics.utexas.edu

APPLY EARLY!
CAMP SESSIONS SELL OUT FAST!

CAMP FEES
Resident camper fees are $765 per session. For those staying more than one week, there is a $70 charge for the weekend stay. Day camper fees are $665 per session. Balance of camp fees due by May 1, 2009. After May 1, the remaining balance must be paid by cashier's check, money order or credit card, and a $25 late fee charged. ALL camp fees must be paid and forms submitted prior to arrival at camp. Fees not paid by May 15, 2008 will forfeit camp space. Fees cannot be paid at check-in. Cash payments not accepted.

MEDICAL EXAM, HEALTH CARE & INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
A physician’s statement of camper’s ability to participate in camp and proof of medical insurance is required. No one may attend camp without insurance. Physicals must be dated within one year of the campers session date. School/sports physicals may be substituted. Campers’ parents or guardians will be billed for all medical services not covered by insurance rendered by The University of Texas Student Health Care Center, Texas Sports and Family Medicine, or a local Austin hospital. Camp forms will be enclosed in your pre-registration packet. All medical forms are available on the "Camp Registration" page at this Web site.

THE TRAINING PROGRAM
Training at the Longhorns Swim Camp focuses upon intensive long-course conditioning and thorough stroke instruction and analysis. Camp is divided into four challenging ability groupings based on age and 100-yard freestyle times. One-hour daily sessions focusing on swim-specific dryland and strength training exercises. Long course training varies from one to two hours daily depending on ability level. Two 90-minute daily sessions focus specifically on technique work. Stroke drills, as well as start and turn mechanics are included along with classroom sessions and underwater video analysis of each swimmer. In addition, Burnt Orange training sessions are available to those campers whom the head coaches feel would benefit from while at camp. For more information on Burnt Orange Training sessions, please see the FAQ section, or contact Jon Alter, camp director. A typical daily schedule may be downloaded from the Registration page and is included in the pre-registration packet.

GUEST COACHES & SPEAKERS
The 2009 Longhorns Swim Camp is proud to feature seven Olympians as part of its camp staff. We welcome back Olympic gold medalists Ian Crocker, Neil Walker, and Aaron Peirsol as guest coaches. 2008 Olympian Eric Shanteau also joins the camp. 2008 Olympic gold medalist Kirsty Coventry returns as a featured guest speaker, and will be joined by gold medalist Garrett Weber-Gale! Josh Davis, three-time Olympic gold medalist, returns for his 13th year with the Camp, and will be coaching the Friday morning session.

FACILITIES
All pool sessions are held at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center on The University of Texas at Austin campus. Ranked by Sports Illustrated (October, 2002) as the second fastest pool in the United States, it is one of the premier competitive aquatic facilities in the world. Since its completion in 1977, there have been numerous American and World records set in its waters, and is home to 18 NCAA national team champions. The competition pool is nine feet deep, 50 meters by 25 yards, and can create either eight 50-meter lanes or 22 25-yard lanes. Movable, power-operated bulkheads can create one of the fastest pools in the world. The diving pool is 18 feet deep, 25 yards by 25 meters, and can create 10 lanes.

WHAT TO BRING
*Suits                          *Goggles
*Caps                          *Plenty of towels
*Alarm clock              *Personal toiletries
*Snacks and drinks   *Linens, blanket, and pillow
*Water bottle             *Sneakers
*Plenty of comfortable shorts, socks, and t-shirts

Campers should bring all personal swimming gear — suits, goggles, caps, and plenty of towels. Training equipment (kickboard, fins, etc.) should be left at home. For those who wear caps, writing the camper’s first name on the cap in block letters helps the coaches get to know the campers faster.

Lockers are available for rent at the Jamail Texas Swimming Center for a $37 per session fee. Locker rental information is included in the pre-registration packet and may also be purchased online. Campers may not bring their own lock for use at the Swim Center.

ROOM AND BOARD
Campers are housed two per room in Dobie Center, a privately owned high-rise dormitory within walking distance of the Jamail Texas Swimming Center and adjacent to the UT campus at 21st and Guadalupe. Each room has a private bath and refrigerator. Campers may bring snacks and drinks to keep in their rooms. Dobie also features an outdoor pool, sports courts, and game room for on-site recreation. The dining hall is adjacent to the main building and offers a variety of foods on an all-you-can-eat basis for a well-rounded, balanced diet.

ROOMMATES and SUITEMATES
Every reasonable effort is made to assign compatible roommates. Advance requests for specific roommates are welcomed, but cannot be guaranteed. Roommate requests must match. Do not list more than one person for a roommate nor more than two people for suitemates. All roommates are assigned according to age no more than two years difference. It is recommended that roommates/suitemates send their registrations together or register online at the same time to try and be in the same session.

CHECKING IN & OUT
Check-in occurs on Sundays from 2-5 p.m. each session. Campers traveling by air should plan to arrive before 4 p.m. Camp concludes by Noon on Fridays. All campers check out by 2 p.m. on Friday. Air departures should be made between 2-6 p.m. Campers will be supervised until their departure.

*Exceptions to 2009 Check-in and Check-out times:

SESSION 2: Friday, June 12: check-out will be in the morning (specific times in the pre-registration packet and posted on the website). Campers will swim from 6-8 a.m. due to the Senior Circuit Championships meet being hosted at the pool.

SESSION 3: Sunday, June 14: Regular check-in time of 2-5 p.m. still applies. Campers will not swim Sunday evening due to the Senior Circuit Championships finals session at the pool. We will watch finals as a camp.

TRANSPORTATION
Specific information is included in the pre-registration packet and on the FAQ page. The camp provides ground transportation to or from Austin Bergstrom International Airport for a $25 one-way or $35 round-trip fee. A transportation request form is included in the pre-registration packet, and also can be found on the "Camp Registration" page at this Web site.

PARKING
Parking on campus is very limited and strictly enforced by the City of Austin and UT Parking and Transportation Services. Please obey all parking signs and regulations. Check our FAQ page, the Parking and Transportation Services website, and pre-registration packet for parking information. Interactive parking maps are also available on our MAPS page.The Camp is not responsible for parking tickets received while at camp.

SUPERVISION
Experienced and mature male and female coaches/counselors provide 24-hour supervision for all campers, including weekends for those staying more than one session. All employees have passed a background check conducted by the University of Texas Human Resources Department.

CAMP MERCHANDISE
The Longhorns Swim Camp is offering exclusive Texas Swimming gear for its 2009 camp sessions! This custom made merchandise cannot be found anywhere else!

Texas Swimming gear is available for pre-order on the registration form, during online registration, or online anytime after registration. Merchandise will not be available at camp. Merchandise will be delivered upon arrival at camp. There are no refunds on camp merchandise after May 1, 2009. If you cancel your camp session after May 1, your merchandise will be shipped to you starting July 6, 2009.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Planned recreational activities are available Monday-Thursday between 3:30-5 p.m. and after the evening stroke sessions. In the past, some of the activities have included scavenger hunt, Olympic and National Team member celebrity night, and t-shirt tye-dye night.

For multiple session campers, weekend activities are planned including a Saturday training session (dependant upon facility schedule) and short side trips in Austin for their enjoyment.