I will provide at least one family member to work at least one job at each meet my swimmer(s) attend(s).

Click HERE to open the required MAFD Volunteer Form in a new tab which you can fill out after all the other registration requirements are fulfilled.  You may fill out one form for each family volunteer. 

I acknowledge that MAFD requires our attendance at the Friday set up for the Smoky Mountain Invitational on June 28th. 

I acknowledge that we are expected to provide a volunteer for at least one worker shift during the Smoky Mountain Invitational on June 29th or 30th. 

I, the parent/guardian of the registrant(s) listed above, a minor(s), agree that the registrant(s) and I will abide by the rules of GKAISA, the _____________ Swim Team, its affiliated organizations and sponsors. Recognizing the possibility of physical injury that could occur during a swim meet or practice session and travel due to vehicle accident or other unforseen accidents, I hereby release, discharge and/or otherwise indemnify the GKAISA, the _____________ Swim Team, its affiliated organizations, sponsors, and associated personnel, including owners of pools and facilities utilized by the swim program against any claim by or on behalf of the registrant or their family as a result of the registrant's participation in the swim program and/or being transported to or from the same, which transportation I hereby authorize by the signing of this release. 

I, the parent/guardian of the registrant(s), a minor(s), give my permission to any adult officially representing GKAISA or the _________________ Swim Team to obtain emergency medical treatment for the registrant(s) in the event of an accident resulting in personal injury requiring such treatment.

This team supports only those activities that are constructive, educational, and inspirational and that contribute to the intellectual and personal development of its swimmers. This team unequivocally opposes any situation created intentionally to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule.

Hazing is an intentional action taken, situation created, or any conduct or method of initiation into a team that denies a person his or her individual rights or results in mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, ridicule or endangerment. Hazing should be understood to include any forced treatment or physical activity that is likely to affect the physical health or safety of any swimmer, or that subjects a swimmer to extreme stress. Additionally, hazing can include exaggerated or excessive teasing.

Any act by a swimmer that compels another swimmer to participate in any activity that is against our team policy or state or federal law will be defined as hazing. The fact that a hazing victim may seem willing or may even agree to participate in some for of personal embarrassment or physical/mental anger does not change or lighten the responsibility of the one who is doing the hazing. In addition, any swimmer who knowingly witnesses or fails to report knowledge of any incidents of hazing may be considered to be a participant in the hazing. Actions and activities that are prohibited include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Any type of initiation or other activity where there is an expectation of individuals joining our team to participate in behavior designed to humiliate, degrade, or abuse them, regardless of the person's willingness to participate.
• Any requirement or pressure put on an individual to participate in an activity that is illegal, perverse, publicly indecent, contrary to his or her moral beliefs, etc.
• Any activity or action that creates a risk to the health, safety, or property of this team or any member of its community.
• Assigning or endorsing pranks, such as stealing or harassment of members of other teams, including harassment of a sexual nature.
• Pressuring an individual to participate in an activity that is against team rules.
• Physical abuse of any kind.
• Forcing or pressuring someone to wear in public apparel that is conspicuous and not within the norm of what is considered to be in good taste.
• Morally degrading/humiliating games or other activity that makes the member the object of amusement, ridicule, or intimidation.
• Subjecting a member to cruel and unusual psychological conditions.

I have been given an opportunity to read this policy (or have had it explained to me) and understand the following:

(initial) __________   The policy and regulations of this team regarding hazing and harassment.

(initial) __________   I agree and promise not to participate in any activity deemed to be hazing or harassment. I have read the examples of hazing as described in the policy herin or have had them explained to me.

(initial)  __________   I understand that if I am in violation or if my swimmer is in violation of this policy, I / my swimmer will be subjected to discipline that may include suspension or expulsion from the team. My signature below indicates that I have read and agree to follow the policy on hazing and harassment.

Signature of Swimmer: ____________________________________________________________

Swimmer's Printed Name: _________________________________________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian: _____________________________________________________

Date: ___________________________________________________________________________