Arete Swim Camp
A Day at Camp
Morning::
Breakfast
Stretch/Flexibility
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Morning Swim Session- Technique Focus
Stroke Demonstrations
Classroom Sessions
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Goal Setting
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Nutrition
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Swimming in College
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Motivational
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Relaxation and Visualization
Afternoon:
Lunch
Video Review with coaches
Dryland
Swim Session
Team Time Games and Competitions
Evening:
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Dinner
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Nighttime activities
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FUN!
Camper Check In And Check Out
Please arrive Sunday, June 23rd at Rutherford Hall at 2pm. Room assignments and dorm keys will be passed out here.
All campers will depart Thursday, June 27th at 4 pm. Please join us at 3:30 pm as we will have a short camp recap, pass-out certificates, and then the campers will be dismissed.
FAQs
Who should attend the Arete Swim Camp?
We are open to competitive swimmers age 8-18. Participants should be able to swim a total of 100 yards (4 lengths) of the pool (any stroke) and 25 yards of each stroke: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Freestyle
What is included in my registration fees?
Resident camper fees include instructional fees, all meals, room and board Sunday evening through Thursday at 4 pm. Day camper fees include instructional fees, and lunch Monday through Thursday. Additionally, all campers will be recorded swimming and have the opportunity to review this footage with their coaches. After the coaches review the video with the camper, the video will be sent to the camper's phone and or the parent's phone.
If I'm a resident can I choose my roommate?
If both campers choose each other, then roommate requests will be accommodated. There are two campers per room.
How will medicine be administered?
We will have a staff member who will dispense medicine to campers.
What should an overnight camper pack?
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1-2 towels (One for after swimming and one for the dorm room)
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1-2 swimsuits (One for each swim session)
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Goggles
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Cap
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Water bottle (There will be a hydration station where water bottles can be filled)
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Training gear (Fins, Pull Buoy, Paddles, Kick Board), if you do not have any or all this equipment that is okay.
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Bag to carry swimsuit, cap, goggles, training gear, shower stuff, towel, and clothes to change into
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Bedding: Pillow, Sleeping Bag (If you would like to bring sheets, be advised that the beds may be twin XL)
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Shower Supplies: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Face Wash
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Shower shoes (flip flops)
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Sneakers for dryland
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Clothes for dryland (t-shirts and shorts- we will do 3-4 dryland sessions)
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PJS
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At least one sweatshirt in case it is breezy at night or in the morning (temps are likely to be low 60s in the morning and 90s by noon)
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Sunscreen if needed for morning dryland session. (All swim sessions are indoors so no need for sunscreen while swimming)
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Money to purchase souvenir items from the FDU store (Optional)
Pricing & Payment Options
Pay In Full
Paying in full allows for a one-time registration with payment online by credit card, debit card, or pay by check. Early bird rates are offered until March 1, 2024. Pay-in-full rates are as follows:
Before March 1, 2023 (Early Bird Rate):
Day Camp: $725
Resident Camp: $925
After March 1, 2023:
Day Camp: $750
Resident Camp: $950
Deposit
Deposits allow for a portion of camp tuition to be paid upfront, and the remaining balance to be paid before May 1, 2024. Both Payments #1 and #2 can be made with a credit card, debit card, or by check. The deposit rates are as follows:
Before March 1, 2024 (Early Bird Rate):
Day Camp Deposit Payment 1: $250
Day Camp Deposit Balance Payment 2: $475.
Resident Camp Deposit Payment 1: $400
Resident Camp Deposit Balance Payment 2: $550
After March 1, 2024:
Day Camp Deposit Payment 1: $250
Day Camp Deposit Balance Payment 2: $500
Resident Camp Deposit Payment 1: $400
Resident Camp Deposit Balance Payment 2: $550
Check
This option allows for a $1 payment to be made by credit card online to reserve your spot. The full camp tuition can then be paid by check within two weeks of online registration. All checks must be made out to Wender Swim Camps LLC and mailed to 2064 Spur Cross Road Grand Junction, CO. 81507. Rates are as follows:
Before March 1, 2023 (Early Bird Rate):
Day Camp: $725
Resident Camp: $925
After March 1, 2023:
Day Camp: $750
Resident Camp: $950
*Contact Kate Wender at 845-249-5451 for a sibling discount or with any questions
Other Details
T-shirts
Each camper will receive an Arete Swim Camp T-shirt.
Phones
Phones are allowed at camp, but your swimmer will be busy swimming, conditioning, learning, and having fun. Your texts may go unread and or unnoticed during the day. If you have an urgent concern, please text Kate Wender at 845-249-5415.
Photos
Photos will be posted in our “Arete Swim Camp” facebook group. This is a private page that parents of campers can join at camp check in.