LMR MEETS 101
What is a LMR Meet?
A LMR meet is a swim competition for swimmers with some introduction to competition where they now
have the opportunity to swim all events. These are the first true competitions with proper officials and
official times. This is the next level up from the PASS meet system.
Where are LMR Meets located?
All swim meets are held throughout the Lower Mainland Region and swimmers compete against other
swimmers from other clubs throughout the region. Directions to the various pools can be found on the
website.
When are LMR Meets?
LMR meets run about once a month. They stretch across two days with 1 session on each day.
How long are LMR Meets?
The length of the sessions vary depending on the number of kids. They typically range from 4-6 hours
each session but can be longer.
How do I sign my swimmer up?
Under the events section of the website, swim meets will be listed. Next to the swim meet you wish to
attend, select attend this event, select your swimmer’s name, and indicate YES or NO. You can also leave
a note if your swimmer can attend only part of the event.
What is a scratch deadline?
A scratch deadline is a date after the entry deadline, where the club can remove swimmers from events or
the swim meet without having to pay the meet fees. Any changes or removals done after this date will
still be charged to the club, unless at doctor’s note is presented at the swim meet.
What’s the cost?
LMR meets cost around $6-8 per event, plus a $5 splash fee. Meet fees are taken off your swim meet
deposit.
What happens if my swimmer is sick or there is a family emergency?
If you email [email protected] or call the club cell phone (604-377-7807) before the
scratch deadline there is no charge. If it is after this deadline, you will be charge your meet fees unless
written documentation is provided (doctor’s note).
Can I volunteer at these meets?
Yes you can! Most meets are always looking for timers and other officials. If you are interested in
timing, please come down on deck and talk to the meet hosts. When we host meets there are other
volunteer positions available such as serving food. Information about available positions when SKSC
hosts meets will be posted and any questions can be answered by the Officials Coordinator.
What is a DQ?
DQ means disqualification. At these meets, there are officials on deck watching the swimmers race to
make sure that they are following all the rules. If a swimmer breaks a rule, they get disqualified and their
times don’t count. Disqualifications are not bad, as it provides a learning opportunity for the swimmers to
improve.
Are parents allowed on deck?
Parents during the swim meet, unless they are timing, are not allowed on deck. This is to help the kids
learn responsibility during swim meets as well as to give the coaches’ and volunteers running the meet
room to work.
What should my swimmer bring to the PASS Meet?
 SKSC T-Shirt
 2 SKSC Caps and 2 pairs of goggles (in case one breaks)
 2 towels
 Pair of sandals or shoes for on deck
 Extra pair of shorts or pants
 Water Bottle
 Healthy Snacks
What events will my swimmers swim?
Swimmers will swim around 3-4 events per day, with the coaches’ picking different events per meet. The
events offered at most meets are:
50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m freestyle (front crawl)
50m, 100m, 200m Backstroke
50m, 100m, 200m Breaststroke
50m, 100m, 200m Butterfly
100m, 200m, 400m Individual Medley (IM)
How does it work?
Swimmers are entered into the swim meet with their best times or a time the coach thinks they can go if
they haven’t swam the event before. Each event the swimmers are ranked and then split into heats and
lanes, with the faster swimmers in the later heats. Each swimmer will be in a different heat and lane for
each event. Parents are recommended to bring a highlighter so they can highlight their kids in the meet
program.