2012 Mizzou Swim Camps

• Camp Brochure (with map)
• FAQ
• 2012 Swim Camp Apparel

Staff

Greg Rhodenbaugh

On May, 5, 2010, the next chapter of Missouri men's and women's swimming and diving began when highly-touted Arizona assistant Greg Rhodenbaugh was introduced as the head coach of the Missouri Tigers. Regarded as one of the top swimming assistants in the country during his stay with the Wildcats, Rhodenbaugh became the newest head coach of the Tigers, bringing with him years of coaching NCAA and Olympic champions.

Rhodenbaugh is in his second year here at Mizzou where he has already produced multiple NCAA qualifiers and NCAA All-Americans in his first year. Before coming to Columbia Greg spent 11 years as an assistant at Arizona where he has been the primary coach for the middle distance, stroke and individual medley events. During his tenure as a Wildcat, Rhodenbaugh has been a part of the 2008 men's and women's national championship teams, and coached many Olympic swimmers, including two-time gold medalist Amanda Beard, Ryan Berube, Ricardo Prado and Lars Frolander. He is a member of the U.S. Swimming National Team staff and traveled with the U.S. National Junior Team to Barcelona in 2000 as a staff member.

Roric Fink

Roric Fink enters his second season as the Associate Head Coach of the Missouri Swimming and Diving program. Before coming to Mizzou he had been assisting at the University of Arizona since 2003, while also building one of the nation's elite aquatics clubs, Ford Aquatics out of Tucson, Ariz., since 2000.

Fink has played a huge role in developing NCAA championship talent over his career. Lacey Nymeyer, Dave Rollins, Tyler DeBerry and Marcus Titus can each trace their careers through his Ford Aquatics program before going on to win NCAA Championships at Arizona. This summer he coached Amanda Beard, helping her qualify for the 2010 Pan Pacific Championships and the 2011 World Championships in Shanghai, China and Fink's club won the USA Swimming National Championships in Irvine, Calif.

His extensive international experience continued this summer when Fink has also been on several USA Swimming coaching staffs including the 2008 National Junior Team and the 2010 NSCA All-Star Team. In 2006 Fink represented Mexico as a member of their coaching staff at the Short Course World Championships. Fink has also assisted with the U.S. National Team. He worked with athletes such as Jeff Rouse and Gary Hall Jr., who represented Team USA in the 1996 Olympic Games as well as Klete Keller who swam for Team USA in 2000 in Sydney.

Patrick Rowan

Patrick Rowan is entering his fifth year as an assistant with the Mizzou Swimming and Diving program and third year as Mizzou Swim Camp director.

Rowan coached the sprint group for the past three years. A number of his swimmers were Big 12 conference finalists and made NCAA provisional time standards. Rowan also saw multiple Tigers qualify for the 2008 USA Swimming Olympic Team Trials and 2009 World Championship Trials under his guidance. Prior to his tenure at Missouri, Rowan was at the University of Nebraska where worked as the head coach of Nebraska Aquatics, a post he gained in 2002.

Randi Vogel

Randi Vogel enters her second season as an assistant coach for the University of Missouri.

Vogel brings collegiate experience both as a student-athlete and as a coach to Columbia. She spent 2008-2010 as an assistant coach at Cincinnati, where she worked with 2010 NCAA 50m Freestyle Champion Josh Schneider. Vogel also coached the University of Cincinnati's Masters Swim Team in the summer of 2009 and was an instructor at the West Point Swim Camp (United States Army) in the summers of 2008 and 2009. She also served as an age group swim coach for 8-11 year olds with the Cincinnati Marlins in 2004.

Andrew Grevers

Andy Grevers enters his second season as an assistant coach for the University of Missouri.

Grevers brings a strong collegiate and club coaching background to Columbia. He served three years as a volunteer assistant at Northwestern, where he worked with national champions Mike Alexandrov, Kyle Bubolz, Bruno Barbie and his brother, 2008 U.S. Olympian Matt Grevers. He also led Northwestern's Wildcat Aquatics Club program, which produced three national records and 27 state records under his direction.

Camp Information

Camp	Date	Type	Ages	Cost
Starts, Turns and Breakouts 1	June 1-3	Commuters	8-18	$320
		Residents	9-18	$345
Tiger Technique Camp 1	June 3-6	Commuters	8-18	$495
		Residents	9-18	$545
Tiger Training Camp 1	June 3-6	Commuters	13-18	$495
		Residents	13-18	$545
Tiger Technique Camp 2	June 11-14	Commuters	8-18	$495
		Residents	9-18	$545
Tiger Training Camp 2	June 11-14	Commuters	13-18	$495
		Residents	13-18	$545
Starts, Turns and Breakouts 2	June 22-24	Commuters	8-18	$320
		Residents	9-18	$345
NO REFUNDS AFTER MAY 1 for reasons other than documented medical conditions.

Camp Descriptions

Mizzou Swim Camp offers a variety of different camps so that you can find the right experience for your swimmer. We have conveniently grouped our Starts, Turns and Breakouts Camp next to our Tiger Technique, and Tiger Training so that you can stay longer and take advantage of multiple camp experiences. Whether it's learning the details in our Starts, Turns and Breakouts Camps, or the intense workouts in our Tiger Training camp, we have something for everyone.

It is highly recommended, but not required, that swimmers have some form of competitive experience prior to attending camp. Campers will be grouped appropriately according to ability and age.

Residential Camp: Fees for residential camp include camp instruction, room and meals, t-shirt, swim cap, camp booklet, and use of the facility. Roommates may be requested online when doing your registration. Roommate requests MUST match each other. Campers coming without a roommate will be assigned according to age.

Commuter Camp: Fees for commuter camp include camp instruction, t-shirt, swim cap, camp booklet, lunch and dinner, and use of the facility. Campers will NOT stay in the dorm, parents will drop-off at the start of the morning workout and pick-up their camper after the evening workout.

Daily Schedule

A typical daily schedule will include three in-water sessions, an educational seminar, and meals.

Starts, Turns and Breakouts Camps

The focus of our most popular camp is on the racing mechanics of starts, turns and breakouts for all four strokes. These vital skills are often overlooked, but when done correctly will help shave time off swims. Open to swimmers ages 8-18.

Tiger Technique Camp

Technique camp is designed to teach fundamental and advanced stroke skills for all four strokes. Campers will learn new skills to make their swimming easier and faster. Open to swimmers ages 8-18.

Tiger Training Camp

Train like the Tigers! Our training camp has only 50 slots available to swimmers ages 13-18. Training focuses on intensive conditioning and thorough instruction and analysis of all four strokes. All sets are written by University of Missouri Head Coach Greg Rhodenbaugh.

Eligibility

Per NCAA rules, sport camps and clinics conducted by the University of Missouri are open to all entrants. Enrollment is limited only by age, grade level, gender, and capacity restrictions as specified by each camp.

Male and female swimmers of any ability level are welcome. It is highly recommended, but not required, that swimmers have competitive experience prior to attending- summer league, high school, YMCA, USA swimming, etc. Camps are not learn-to-swim programs.

Availability

Camp space is available online on a first come - first serve basis. A $150 non-refundable deposit for Tiger Stroke and Tiger Training Camps (applicable to the camp fee, final payments due by May 1st). Starts, Turns and Breakout Camps and Tiger Sprint Camp all require payment in full at time of registration. All camps require on-line registration. Each session has a limited number of spots.

Camp sessions have closed from 2007-2011, so be sure to sign up early to get into the camp you want!

Medical Forms

Insurance Information: Each camper is required to have health and accident insurance in order to attend camp.

Medication: If your child requires medication, he/she will be responsible for taking it. Our staff is not allowed to dispense or hold onto any medication. Please bring a detailed list of medication including: name of medication, dosage amount, and dosage times to give to your child's counselor. Counselors can remind and check to make sure your child remembers.

Allergies: If your child has any severe food allergies, please alert the staff before coming to camp.

A University of Missouri trainer is on staff for each camp and is at all pool sessions.

Facilities

All pool sessions are held at the Mizzou Aquatic Center on The University of Missouri campus. Ranked by Sports Illustrated (September, 2005) as the #1 Student Recreation Center in the United States. The Mizzou "Fast Water" pool it is one of the premier competitive aquatic facilities in the world. Since its completion in 2005, there have been multiple American and World records set in its waters. The competition pool is 8-8.5 feet deep, 50 meters by 25 yards, and can create either eight 50-meter lanes or twenty-two 25-yard lanes. The diving pool is 18 feet deep, 25 yards pool, and can create 8 lanes.

A couple of added features have made the experience even better for athletes, coaches and spectators. We have added Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection systems to both the 50M Pool and Diving Well. In concert with proper air handling and pool chemistry, the UV systems will provide better air and water quality in the Mizzou Aquatic Center, as well as a reduction in pool chemicals needed for proper maintenance.

Also, the competitive pools are surrounded by all-tile decks and seating for over 1000 spectators. Facilities also offer new team locker rooms, aquatic conference rooms and an operations center. With these new amenities, it's no surprise that The Mizzou Aquatic Center has been selected as the site of numerous Big 12 Championships for Men's Swimming and Diving and the annual Missouri Grand Prix, part of the USA Swimming Grand Prix Series.

For photos and more information please visit http://www.mizzourec.com/facilities/competitive_pool/

Room and Board

Campers are housed two per room in Johnston Hall, an air-conditioned, University of Missouri dormitory across the street from the Mizzou Aquatic Center and one block from Plaza 900 dining hall. Campers may bring snacks and drinks to keep in their rooms. The Plaza 900 is across the street from Johnston Hall and offers a variety of foods on an all-you-can-eat basis for a well-rounded, balanced diet.

Roommates

Roommates are assigned online when you register. Both campers need to request each other using the Buddy Request system online. All campers who do not request a roommate will be assigned according to age.

Buddy Request Instructions

Get connected with your friends! Accept a Buddy request by entering in the code you received in a Buddy request email or send a request to a friend. After completing Registration you can view the status of your requests and send more at any time by logging into your Online Account.

Checking in-Out

Check-in occurs in the lobby of Johnston Hall between 3:00-4:00pm for resident campers for each session.

Commuter campers will also need to check in at Johnston hall. Please plan to arrive between 4:00-4:30pm.

Check-out will be from 11:00am-Noon for each session. Campers will check-out at the front desk of Johnston Hall. There is a $25 charge for lost room keys or meal cards. There are larger charges for any damages done to the room. Campers are supervised until their departure by noon.

What to Bring

Bedding (sheets, pillow case, pillow, blankets)		alarm clock
Personal toiletries		work-out shorts, t-shirts and socks
suits		goggles
caps		plenty of towels
pen/pencils		healthy snacks
tennis shoes

Optional Items

games (cards, board games, etc.)		cell phone
sun screen		cash*

* The amount of cash you send with your child is your decision. All costs are covered in the registration fee. Your child may use cash for beverage machines, Mizzou Market, or at the bookstore.
** Campers are individually responsible for ALL belongings.

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones are permitted at camp. However, we caution sending them with your camper. If a camper becomes homesick, they can hinder more than help in the camp experience. Many campers will also call home first instead of receiving immediate help from a staff member, which lengthens the response time. Cell phones are ONLY to be used in the camper's room, and are not allowed during activities, or on walks to/from the pool. The Camp reserves the right to confiscate cell phones from campers who do not follow this policy. Please talk to your child about what he/she needs & doesn't need to call (or text) you about. If you feel a cell phone may be abused while at camp, please do not send one with your camper.

Supervision

Experienced and mature male and female coaches/counselors provide 24-hour supervision for all campers. In addition resident halls are supervised by University of Missouri personnel. An experienced athletic trainer is available during all workout sessions. All employees have passed a background check conducted by The University of Missouri Human Resources Department. Our camp is typically staffed by our very own University of Missouri Coaches and Student-Athletes!

Online Registration

Registration for the Mizzou Swim Camp is completely online and FREE. Once you register you can go online to manage and update your camper's information. The Roommate Request feature will allow you to lock in to your roommate. Be sure that both roommates request each other!

Step One: Login & User

Be sure to click on "Register Online as a New User" under "First Time Users" after going into the online system, and proceed from there.

Step Two: Fill out Form

Complete the online Registration Form. Please note that some fields require information in a certain format: Birthdate: must be entered in mm/dd/yyyy format. For example, May 15, 1990 must be entered as 05/15/1990.

Choose your roommate with the Buddy Request feature. Be sure to enter the correct email address for your roommate. They will be sent a "buddy code" to choose you as their roommate when they register. You can change or add a roommate after you register using the buddy request feature.

Step Three: Choose Additional Services

After completing the online registration form, you also have the option to add additional camps to your cart or additional siblings. If you aren't sure about these, don't worry. You can always log in later and add them.

Step Four: Payment

There is a $150 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit required for the Tiger Training Camp and Tiger Technique Camp. Payment for Tiger Training Camp and Tiger Technique Camp is due in full by May 1, 2012.

Payment in full is due at registration for Mizzou Starts, Turns and Breakout Camps.

The Mizzou Swim Camp accepts Visa Debit, Mastercard Debit, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover for online payment.

Discounts: We have sibling discounts for families that register more than one child and a multi camp discount if you register for more than one camp. Discounts vary by camp. For more information please contact the camp director at mizzouswimcamp@missouri.edu.

Step Five: Manage Your Account & Make Payments

Upon receipt of the completed online registration form and payment, an online account is created.

You receive two e-mails from the camp:

Email 1) Instructions on how to access your online account, including your username and password. Passwords are randomly created, and you need to reset it once your account is created by following the instructions in the account set-up e-mail.

Email 2) A confirmation e-mail with important camp information, camper name, sessions attending, and balance.

You or your registered camper is able to log into your account using the login and password created for you. This allows you to update your contact and billing information, make additional payments, add additional camps, make e-mail / phone changes, request a roommate, etc.

Payment for Tiger Training Camp and Tiger Stroke Camp are due in full by May 1, 2012. Camp fees not received by May 15 may result in forfeiture of camp space.

Remember: you are responsible for keeping your contact and camper information current. Be sure your e-mail address is correct, and enable any spam/junk e-mail blockers to accept e-mails from mizzouswimcamp@missouri.edu. You will receive confirmation e-mails and statements, as well as any future news or updates regarding camp sessions thru e-mail.

* If you need to change your session or request a refund, you need to contact the camp.

Mizzou Swim Gear

The Tiger Swim Camp is offering exclusive Mizzou Swimming gear for its 2012 camp sessions!

Mizzou Swimming gear is available for pre-order during online registration, or online anytime after registration. Merchandise is not available at camp for purchase. Merchandise is delivered upon arrival at camp. There are no refunds on camp merchandise after May 1, 2012. If you cancel your camp session after May 1, your merchandise is shipped to you starting July 5, 2012.

HOW TO ORDER:

1. Gear must be paid for at time of purchase.
2. The easiest way to order is during the registration process - just add gear to your shopping cart along with your camp session.
3. Access your on-line account, add gear to your cart, and check-out.
4. The Camp has the right to cancel/modify any merchandise due to manufacturer supply issues or insufficient orders.
5. When ordering hoodies, it is recommended that you order one size LARGER. Manufacturers vary in their sizing, and tend to run more true to size. The Camp cannot be responsible for differences in manufacturers sizing and cuts.
6. ALL merchandise is sold in ADULT SIZES (S-XL) ONLY unless noted.
7. Camp gear is delivered at camp check-in. There are no exchanges for sizes or colors.
8. If you cancel your camp session after May 1, 2012, there are NO REFUNDS for merchandise. It is shipped to you starting July 5, 2012.
9. Questions? Please contact Patrick Rowan, camp director at: MizzouSwimCamp@Missouri.edu

Contact Us

Email: mizzouswimcamp@missouri.edu

Phone: 573-882-0602

Fax: 573-884-2834

Mailing Address:
Mizzou Swim Camp
213 Rothwell Gymnasium
Columbia, MO 65211

Directions

Parking

Parking on campus is very limited and strictly enforced by the University of Missouri Parking and Transportation Services. Please obey all parking signs and regulations. Check the Parking and Transportation Services website at: http://map.missouri.edu/ for parking information and options.

Metered parking is available on the east side of Virginia Avenue Parking Garage. Parking in Virginia Garage is free on Saturday and Sunday only. There will be other camps finishing and starting while our camp is going on so carpooling is recommended.

Sorry, the camp is not responsible for your parking tickets and cannot provide assistance with appeals for any tickets issued.

Directions to Johnston Residence Hall - 1100 Rollins

Johnston Residence Hall is located on the corner of Hitt ST and E Rollins ST.

East of Columbia (St. Louis)

Directions - take I-70 West to the Providence Rd. exit & turn left - turn left onto Stadium Blvd. - turn left onto College Avenue - turn left onto Rollins Rd. - turn left onto Virginia Avenue - metered parking will be on the right next to the parking garage

West of Columbia (Kansas City)

Directions - take I-70 East to the Stadium Blvd. exit & turn right - turn left onto College Avenue - turn left onto Rollins - turn left onto Virginia Avenue - metered parking will be on the right next to the parking garage

North of Columbia (Moberly)

Directions - take US 63 to the Stadium Blvd. exit & turn right - turn right onto College Avenue - turn left onto Rollins Road - turn left onto Virginia Avenue - metered parking will be on the right next to the parking garage

South of Columbia (Jefferson City)

Directions - take US 63 to the Stadium Blvd. exit - turn left onto Stadium Blvd. - turn right onto College Avenue - turn left onto Rollins Road - turn left onto Virginia Avenue - metered parking will be on the right next to the parking garage