A QUICK GUIDE TO VOLUNTEERING

FOR ENFINITY AQUATIC CLUB HOME MEETS



Our swim meets and team events are made possible by the incredible support of our families. Parent volunteers are the backbone of our program, helping create a positive, organized, and successful experience for every swimmer.


Whether you're timing, officiating, helping with hospitality, assisting at team events, or supporting behind the scenes, your involvement makes a difference. No experience is necessary—we'll help you learn along the way. Volunteering is one of the best ways to support your swimmer, connect with other families, and become part of the community that makes EAC special.


Simply put, we couldn't do it without you. Thank you for helping us provide an outstanding experience for every swimmer who wears an EAC cap.


Here's a breakdown of the positions along with descriptions, giving you a clear understanding of what you are signing up for:

  • Lane Timers

    We require 2 volunteers per swim lane. You'll be provided with a detailed list of each event and heat, along with the swimmers allocated to your lane. Your primary task is to verify the designated swimmer for each heat as they approach the starting block. One timer operates a hand-held stopwatch, while the other holds a "plunger" to provide a secondary time for the touchpad. Upon the official's signal and the swimmer's start, the timer with the stopwatch initiates timing. As the swimmer nears the final lap, both timers monitor the wall closely. When the swimmer touches the touch pad (or wall or crosses the plane, stop the stopwatch and press the plunger. Finally, record the time from the stopwatch onto the provided sheet of paper. That's it! Typically, we require 16 timers to ensure smooth operations.

  • Head Timer

    An experienced timer oversees timers throughout the meet, providing guidance and support to new timers. Their role includes coordinating all lane timers, ensuring they are prepared and in position for each race. Additionally, they initiate backup stopwatches for every race to mitigate any potential watch malfunctions among the lane timers.

  • Runners

    We require 1-2 volunteers to collect the sheets from the timers after each event and deliver them to the scoring/administration table. Additionally, they will be responsible for obtaining DQ slips from the officials on deck and bringing them to the administration table.

  • Hospitality

    Help support coaches, officials, and volunteers by setting up, restocking, and cleaning the hospitality area throughout the meet. No experience is needed, and your support helps create a positive experience for everyone who makes the meet possible.


  • Clerk of Course

    The Clerk of Course helps organize swimmers before their events by lining them up in the correct heats and lanes and ensuring they are ready to report to the blocks on time. This role helps meets run smoothly and is a great way to interact with swimmers while supporting the competition process.


  • Meet Marshall

    We need a minimum of two meet marshals tasked with enforcing warm-up procedures and ensuring order within the swimming venue. Meet marshals must be aged 18 and over and associated with a USA Swimming member club. 


    Warm-ups are not permitted to commence without a meet marshal present on deck. The Meet Referee dismisses meet marshals at the conclusion of the meet, after warm-downs are finished, and locker rooms are vacated.

  • Volunteer Coordinator

    Responsible for welcoming and assisting volunteers in navigating their designated areas and providing guidance in addressing any inquiries they may have.