Practice Attendance Policy

At the Blue Springs Power Cats, we understand that our swimmers have various commitments, including school, family, and other extracurricular activities. We believe that fostering a healthy balance between swimming and other aspects of life is essential for overall well-being and success. Our practice attendance policy reflects this belief, emphasizing flexibility and personal responsibility.

• Flexible practice attendance

  • We encourage swimmers to attend as many practices as possible, but we understand that circumstances may sometimes prevent regular attendance. We do not have a strict attendance requirement, and we welcome swimmers to join practices whenever they are able to do so.

• Personal responsibility

  • While we promote flexibility, we also expect swimmers to take personal responsibility for their development and progress. Swimmers should communicate with their coaches if they need to miss practice or if they have concerns about their attendance. Consistent practice is essential for improvement, and swimmers should strive to attend as often as their schedule allows.

• Staying Active

  • Even if swimmers cannot attend every practice, we encourage them to stay active in other ways. Engaging in other sports, physical activities, or exercises can help maintain fitness levels and support overall athletic development.  It’s much better to miss a swim practice because you are at a game for another sport as opposed to missing swim practice because you are playing video games.

• Prioritizing Important Practices and Events

  • While we embrace a flexible attendance policy, we strongly encourage swimmers to prioritize key practices, such as those leading up to important competitions. Consistent attendance during these crucial periods can help ensure optimal performance and team cohesion.  The Coaching Staff will let the swimmers know which meets the team is prioritizing.

• Open Communication

  • Communication is vital to maintaining a positive and supportive environment. Swimmers should openly discuss their attendance plans and any concerns with their coaches and teammates. This will help us ensure that everyone is on the same page and working together toward shared goals.

By promoting a flexible practice attendance policy, we aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment for our swimmers. We encourage our athletes to balance their commitments, stay active, participate in multiple sports, and take responsibility for their growth and development in the sport of swimming.