CHAMPS Meet Details
Venue: SwimRVA – 5050 Ridgedale Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23234
Approx. 25 minutes from Magnolia Green
Meet Schedule
Session 1: 8 & Under
Date: July 21
Doors Open: 7:00 AM
Warm-Ups: 8:00 AM
Competition Starts: 9:00 AM
Session 2: 9/10 Year Olds
Date: July 21
Doors Open: 1:00 PM
Warm-Ups: 1:00 PM
Competition Starts: 2:15 PM
Session 3: 11/12 Year Olds
Date: July 22
Doors Open: 7:00 AM
Warm-Ups: 8:00 AM
Competition Starts: 9:00 AM
Session 4: 13/14 & 15–18 Year Olds
Date: July 22
Doors Open: 12:00 PM
Warm-Ups: 1:00 PM
Competition Starts: 2:15 PM
What to Pack
Swimmers should bring a labeled bag containing:
- Water or sports drink (resealable, labeled bottle — no juice boxes)
- Towels (pool temperature will be colder than usual - have your swimmer bring an extra towel)
- Snacks
- Goggles
- Swimcap — CHAMPS caps will be distributed; pack a backup just in case
Labeling Reminder
Please label your swimmer with their first initial and full last name before arriving at the meet.
Example: J. Smith
We will not be able to label swimmers onsite. This ensures smooth operations for the Clerk of Course.
Deck Access Policy
Only swimmers actively participating in the current session may be on deck.
Siblings and non-participants — including parents — must remain in the stands.
After your swimmer completes all their events, you may come down and retrieve them.
Deck monitors will enforce this policy. You’ll be able to see your swimmer from the stands. Our coaching staff and volunteers are well equipped to handle your swimmers during the meet.
Parent Reminder
Swimmers in the stands who miss their event will not be allowed to swim later.
Coaches will not retrieve swimmers from the stands. Coaches will ensure each swimmer gets to the Clerk of Course on time. Please leave your swimmer on the pool deck with our coaching staff and volunteers.
Championship Cap Policy
Gold and silver caps are not distributed at CHAMPS, regardless of qualifying times.
Time standards change each year, and many swimmers shift into new age groups. Unless your swimmer received a gold or silver cap from a previous meet, they will NOT be receiving one at CHAMPS.
Awards Pickup
Deadline: July 30
Location: 7349 Mangrum Drive
Availability: July 23–30, daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (weather permitting)
Please take only the items designated for your swimmer to ensure accuracy.
Note: CHAMPS awards will not be distributed during the Monday 8U and 9/10 sessions. Awards for the 11/12 and 13/18 age groups will be handed out during their respective sessions. Ribbons from all regular season meets will be available these dates as well.
CHAMPS Shirt Distribution
Swimmers who ordered CHAMPS shirts will receive them at the meet.
They should immediately place their shirt into their labeled bag after receiving it.
