GENERAL FAQ:

** For info & updates related to COVID-19, refer to our SUMMER CAMP COVID-19 page. **

Divisions

• When we do the ultimate trainings, we’ll have players in four divisions according to skills, experience, and athleticism.

• When we are doing other activities (off the field), we’ll divide players into groups - sometimes by age/grade, and sometimes by other means. In other words, the Intermediate/Advanced divisions will apply mainly for our ultimate training activities. The rest of the time, kids will be interacting with each other across divisions!

• If a player is signed up for a division that does not seem like a good fit (in the eyes of the coaches), then we will move them up/down in order to improve the experience for all the players.

Which division should I choose?

• We recommend that you select a division according to what grade your kid is in:
      ES Intermediate (recommended for 3rd-4th graders)
      MS Intermediate (recommended for 5th-7th graders)
  MS Advanced (recommended for 7th-8th graders)
  HS Intermediate (recommended for 9th-10th graders)
  HS Advanced (recommended for 10th-11th graders)

• If your 6th/7th/8th grader is a relatively experienced player, sign them up for the MS Advanced division … and likewise, if your 9th/10th grader is brand new to ultimate, the HS Intermediate division will be the best fit for them.

• If you’re not sure which division to register for, choose Intermediate. Once we see how kids are doing on the first day, it will be a lot smoother to move a kid up a division than move them down.

• We’ll start off with players in the divisions they’re registered for… and then coaches we’ll make adjustments if need be.

MS kids in the HS division?

• Can I sign my 8th grader up for the HS Intermediate division? … Our intention is to have kids training with other players who are the same age/grade/size. If you think your 8th grader would be a better fit in HS Intermediate division, let us know and we’ll consider placing them there.

Grade limitations?

• Can I sign my kid up if they just finished 1st grade and they’re heading into 2nd grade? …NO.

• Can I sign my kid up if they just finished 2nd grade and they’re heading into 3rd grade? …YES.

• Can I sign my kid up if they just finished 11th grade and they’re heading into 12th grade? …YES.

• Can I sign my kid up if they just finished 12th grade? …NO.

Meals

• Players are responsible for their own meals. Cascades will provide snacks throughout the day, including fruit, bars, gummy bears (Haribo), chips etc.

• Water coolers are provided for the refilling of water bottles. Lemonade will also be served :)

• We’ll have a lunch break each day, and players will eat their own food in a space that is conducive to social distancing.

• Day Camp starts after breakfast and ends before dinner. Please plan accordingly, so that players get the food they need to actively participate in camp activities throughout the week.

Drop off & pick up

• When you arrive at Day Camp (8:30am-9:00am) we'll check kids in and answer any questions. Kids will be supervised from that point until they are picked up at the end of the day (4:00pm-4:30pm).

• We’ll begin each day at Jefferson Playfield, the turf field right beside Mercer Middle School. Throughout the day, we’ll do activities that span the turf field, the grass field near by, and the spaces in between. At all times, there will be at least one counselor posted up at “Camp Central” beside Jefferson Playfield (turf.)

• We ask that all friends & family follow up-to-date health & safety measures. Please wear a mask and use appropriate social distancing.

Contact Info / Emergency Numbers

• Contact Monica for questions regarding registration, specific player arrangements, etc. 206-550-2879

• Contact Xtehn for questions regarding coaching, programming, operations, media, etc.. 773-387-0502

• Contact either of us for emergencies!

• There are multiple hospitals and urgent/emergency care centers near by. In the case of an emergency, aid will come from the unit(s) that arrive soonest.

Cell phones

• Cell phones should remain in player bags during the day and will be accessible to players when we have scheduled breaks. Exceptions made upon parental request.
  
  

Safety / other

• One or two camp staff will be posted up at “camp central” at all times.

• We will have at least one first aid & CPR certified staff member on site at all times.

• No smoking, alcohol, firearms, fireworks, candles, illegal substances or pets allowed (with assistance dog exceptions).
  

Do you have a good question? —> Please ask us and we’ll add it to our FAQ! … Monica <monica@seattlecascades.com>