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Ages 13+ Safe Sport Training

SafeSport Training for SwimmersHere’s the deal: USA Swimming requires all swimmers aged 13 and older to complete a quick online “SafeSport for Youth Athletes” course. Why? Because we’re all about making sure our athletes swim in the safest, most positive environment possible—no exceptions (and it’s required of our club to maintain our USA swimming registration).  […]
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Deck Policy for Parents

To ensure a safe, focused, and efficient environment for our swimmers, Viking Aquatic Swim Club has established the following policy regarding parent access to the pool deck during meets and practices. Pool Deck Access Restrictions Parents are not permitted on the pool deck during practices or meets unless one of the following conditions applies: Rationale […]
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Maapp Policy

Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention PolicyViking Aquatic ClubEffective: October 16, 2024 This Policy Applies To: In-Program Contact: Any contact (including communications, interactions or activities) between an Adult Participant and any Minor Athlete(s) related to participation in sport. Examples include, but are not limited to: competition, practices, camps/clinics, training/instructional sessions, pre/post event meals or outings, team travel, […]
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Mission Statement

The purpose of VAC is to develop motivated athletes who are driven to succeed in a competitive environment.  A committed staff of coaches and parent volunteers supports the growth of the team and swimmers by developing a safe, supportive, and educational environment for all athletes. Vision : VAC aspires to develop a premiere swim club inspiring […]
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Fundraising

We will co-host 4 US meets with the NYSA this year.  Traditionally,  the VAC Classic is our biggest fundraiser of the year.  Our hosted meets in which we require parents to volunteer are bolded and highlighted in yellow for quick reference within our team calendar. You may get other family members to help out – […]
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Payments – Registration or US Meet fees

Payments can be made online or mailed to: VAC  P.O. Box 321Montgomery, NY 12549OR Placed in Jen Thompson’s folder in the VAC Filing Cabinet Billing Questions All billing questions can be submitted via our contact form. Registration Registration will be done online through our seasonal registration pages. Links to the upcoming season will be emailed […]
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Parent Handbook

Parent Handbook Table of Contents The purpose of VAC is to develop motivated athletes who are driven to succeed in a competitive environment.  A committed staff of coaches and parent volunteers supports the growth of the team and swimmers by developing a safe, supportive, and educational environment for all athletes. Vision : VAC aspires to develop […]
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US/ESSL Meet Conflict Policy

If there is a US meet on our schedule that conflicts with an ESSL meet, a swimmer may chooseto attend the US meet if they meet all of the below criteria:*they are a member of the Junior or Senior groups
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Social Media Policy

PURPOSE The Viking Aquatic Club recognizes the prevalence of electronic communication and socialmedia in today’s world. Many of our swimmers use these means as their primary method ofcommunication. While the Club acknowledges the value of these methods of communication,the Club also realizes that there are associated risks that must be considered when adults usethese methods […]
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Team Travel Policy

Purpose: Athletes are most vulnerable to misconduct during travel, particularly overnight stays. This includes a high risk of athlete ­to­ athlete misconduct. During travel, athletes are often awayfrom their families and support networks, and the setting – new changing areas, locker rooms,workout facilities, automobiles and hotel rooms – is less structured and less familiar. Team […]
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