CAMP INFO & DETAILS:
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CAMPER CODE OF CONDUCT:
If campers cannot follow these rules, they will be issued a warning and parents will be notified. If behaviors still do not change after a warning, campers may be expelled from camp at the discretion of Skate Like a Girl. DROP OFF / PICK UP: All campers are to be dropped off & picked up each day at camp check-in/out station. Drop off/pick up requires an adult to sign camper in/out on-site, unless noted on the registration form that camper can sign themselves in/out from camp. If you plan to have anyone other than the camper, parent/guardian or emergency contact listed in registration signing your camper in/out, please communicate this directly to Lead camp counselor on-site at pick-up or drop-off. If there are specific needs related to your child’s sign in/out, such as specific individuals that cannot interact with camper, please note this on the registration form. ON TIME DROP OFF / PICK UP: For drop off to camp, please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the start of camp. Our staff need intentional time to set up for camp each day, and will not have the ability to interact with campers or their families prior to 8:50 AM. For pick up, we expect parents/guardians to be on-time for pick-up each day of camp. If campers are not picked-up on-time, our staff will call contacts listed on registration form. If your camper is picked up later than 15 minutes, you may be charged a late pickup fee of $50*. Each additional 15 minutes delay may incur an additional $50 fee*. *These fees are put in place so that our staff can be paid for any additional time spent working after camp is completed, and so that this is not a continual issue that prevents our staff from getting to other post-camp jobs or other responsibilities. If this is a continual issue, it may result in your camper’s expulsion from camp. WHAT TO BRING:
NOTE: Any requested loaner skate equipment will be issued to campers on Day 1 of camp and will be asked to be returned at the end of camp on Day 5. Campers will be responsible for bringing their loaner gear to and from camp each day. Did you know? Skate Like A Girl has a free gear request program that provides skateboard equipment to those in need to keep. Please click here to submit a request. SKATEBOARDING GEAR 101 - If you are looking to purchase your child their own gear for skate camp, here is our best advice:
PRONOUNS: At Skate Like a Girl, we are committed to creating spaces where campers and counselors of all genders feel welcome. Every day we skate with little boys with long hair, girls who hate pink, and many more kiddos in between and beyond. In order to not misgender anyone, we ask our counselors and campers to share their pronouns with the group if they’d like. If youth don't wish to share their pronouns, and opt to use their name instead, that's totally cool. If you have additional questions, please contact your local chapter Director. NO CONTACT CAMP This year, in order to maintain 6 feet of distance between campers and staff, we will not be providing physical support, such as holding arms while skaters go down ramps. To help reduce injury, we will be skating “smarter not harder”, and only attempting obstacles or tricks that skaters can complete on their own. All campers must wear a helmet at all times, and we strongly encourage all campers to wear elbow, knee, and wrist protection as well. |
WHAT IF IT RAINS or IS WET?
Unfortunately, if the skate park is wet, or otherwise dangerous as a result of weather, camp will not be possible due to the danger of slipping. We will cancel camps in cases of dangerous inclement weather (Examples: rain, lightning, flood). If inclement weather comes during camp, campers will find temporary shelter nearby and parents will be notified immediately if camp is canceled. All campers will be entitled to a pro-rated refund or program credit for days of camp missed due to inclement weather cancellation. WHAT IF THERE IS POOR AIR QUALITY or SMOKE? In the case of poor air quality exceeding an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 200, camp will be canceled and parents will be notified immediately. If the AQI falls between 100-200 for multiple days, camp may be canceled. If the AQI is below 100, camp will not be canceled. All campers will be entitled to a pro-rated refund or program credit for days of camp missed due to a smoke cancellation. DISCIPLINARY EXIT: We typically do not honor refunds for youth who miss days of skate programming due to a behavior related expulsion. Refunds in this case will be dealt with via local Chapter Director and Executive Director on a case by case basis. INJURY POLICY: Campers who are injured during Skate Like a Girl program hours to the point that they can no longer participate, such as a sprain or broken bone, will be entitled to a full cash refund or program credit. Please contact your local chapter via email to receive your refund. PROGRAM CANCELATION POLICY: In the event of program cancellation, due to weather or other factors (example: instructor illness), campers are entitled to a pro-rated refund or program credit equal to the class time that was missed. To claim your refund, contact active@skatelikeagirl.com. GENERAL REFUNDS NOT RELATED TO COVID EXPOSURE, INJURY, OR WEATHER CANCELLATION All registrations generally have a 10% non-refundable deposit. This non-refundable deposit covers administrative processing and costs of registration. Any general refund request will be honored in full, minus the 10% non-refundable deposit, if requested more than 14 days prior to the first day of the program. No refunds will be processed within 14 days of the program start date, however, we can honor a program credit to be used towards a different program. Refunds can only be processed (a) back to the original form of payment, (b) a mailed check, or (c) as a credit towards a future Skate Like A Girl program. SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your experience, you must contact your local chapter via email within 24 hours of the start of the program. Skate Like a Girl will honor a full refund (minus 10% non-refundable deposit) or program credit for any camper who did not have a positive experience within 24 hours of the first day of a program. *NEW* COVID SPECIAL POLICIES: Please note that these policies are ever-evolving, and our team will do our best to communicate any/all changes as soon as possible.
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COVID FAQS - MARCH 9, 2022
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NOTE: We reserve the right to amend and adjust these protocols at any time due to updated CDC and local guidelines.
What are the COVID-19 screening procedures being conducted by Skate Like a Girl prior to the program start?
All participants must participate in a covid screening checkpoint upon arrival, which includes: a series of questions about recent symptoms or possible exposure to COVID-19 and proof of negative COVID test or vaccination status. If someone is unable to pass the screening checkpoint they will be turned away & issued a refund.
What are acceptable forms of NEGATIVE COVID TEST or VACCINATION STATUS I need to participate in a program?
Proof of Full Vaccination Status -OR- a Negative COVID Test (PCR or Antigen)
Acceptable forms of proof:
What COVID-19 safety procedures and PPE are being provided to staff AND participants throughout the entire clinic that will guarantee that no germs are being spread during this clinic?
Skateboarding is uniquely suited for reduced-risk programming since it is an individual activity where physical contact can be mitigated. All individuals will have access to hand sanitizer before/during/after the program and masks must be worn properly over nose and mouth at all times by participants and Skate Like a Girl staff and Volunteers. We will ask & remind our participants to maintain a distance of 6 feet at all times. Unlike typical Skate Like a Girl programs prior to the pandemic, we will not be physically supporting, contacting, or holding participants in any way. Instead, we will provide clear boundaries and skate goals skaters can try without physical support or contact.
Are parents/guardians allowed to watch their kids skate?
This may be possible, but is contingent upon the venue where programs are hosted or depending on what type of program it is. Please check with your program lead staff if there is capacity to stay to watch your skater skate. If they allow spectating, please maintain an absolute minimum of 6 feet distance from the main group.
Assuming there be no physical contact to help participants with riding their boards or putting on equipment, how will you ensure physical safety and support for each participant?
We have modified our curriculum to ensure social distance skating and demonstrations from coaches at a safe distance. All participants will be provided safety equipment and thorough instruction on reduced-risk ways to start skateboarding. We’ll continue to give tips and one-on-one advice to ensure that participants are staying within their ability level, while still being able to learn. In the case of a participant needing some extra support with skating, some ways to safely help them may look like a one on one social distance demonstration with a coach in the grass, or even tightening the bolts of the skateboard to adjust the stability on board.
My child is under 6 years old, can they participate in programming?
No. In order to ensure that our staff can confidently and safely support participants, the minimum age requirement for our programs is 6 years old.
What is the risk of COVID-19 spread in this program?
According to CDC.gov our program is Lowest Risk, which is determined as small groups of participants who stay together. Participants remain at least 6 feet apart and not share objects. Outdoor activities are prioritized. All participants are from the local geographic area (e.g., city, town, county, community). All participants are wearing masks and there is no physical contact. All parties are encouraged to stay home if they have symptoms or recent exposure to Covid-19.
What are the COVID-19 screening procedures being conducted by Skate Like a Girl prior to the program start?
All participants must participate in a covid screening checkpoint upon arrival, which includes: a series of questions about recent symptoms or possible exposure to COVID-19 and proof of negative COVID test or vaccination status. If someone is unable to pass the screening checkpoint they will be turned away & issued a refund.
What are acceptable forms of NEGATIVE COVID TEST or VACCINATION STATUS I need to participate in a program?
Proof of Full Vaccination Status -OR- a Negative COVID Test (PCR or Antigen)
Acceptable forms of proof:
- Actual vaccination card, photo of vaccination card, copy of vaccination card
- Copy or photo of negative COVID test result, PCR or Antigen administered by health professionals within 72 hours from the program start time.
- NOTE: Self administered Antigen tests or home tests are NOT acceptable forms of proof. Also, we are not requiring booster shots at this time.
What COVID-19 safety procedures and PPE are being provided to staff AND participants throughout the entire clinic that will guarantee that no germs are being spread during this clinic?
Skateboarding is uniquely suited for reduced-risk programming since it is an individual activity where physical contact can be mitigated. All individuals will have access to hand sanitizer before/during/after the program and masks must be worn properly over nose and mouth at all times by participants and Skate Like a Girl staff and Volunteers. We will ask & remind our participants to maintain a distance of 6 feet at all times. Unlike typical Skate Like a Girl programs prior to the pandemic, we will not be physically supporting, contacting, or holding participants in any way. Instead, we will provide clear boundaries and skate goals skaters can try without physical support or contact.
Are parents/guardians allowed to watch their kids skate?
This may be possible, but is contingent upon the venue where programs are hosted or depending on what type of program it is. Please check with your program lead staff if there is capacity to stay to watch your skater skate. If they allow spectating, please maintain an absolute minimum of 6 feet distance from the main group.
Assuming there be no physical contact to help participants with riding their boards or putting on equipment, how will you ensure physical safety and support for each participant?
We have modified our curriculum to ensure social distance skating and demonstrations from coaches at a safe distance. All participants will be provided safety equipment and thorough instruction on reduced-risk ways to start skateboarding. We’ll continue to give tips and one-on-one advice to ensure that participants are staying within their ability level, while still being able to learn. In the case of a participant needing some extra support with skating, some ways to safely help them may look like a one on one social distance demonstration with a coach in the grass, or even tightening the bolts of the skateboard to adjust the stability on board.
My child is under 6 years old, can they participate in programming?
No. In order to ensure that our staff can confidently and safely support participants, the minimum age requirement for our programs is 6 years old.
What is the risk of COVID-19 spread in this program?
According to CDC.gov our program is Lowest Risk, which is determined as small groups of participants who stay together. Participants remain at least 6 feet apart and not share objects. Outdoor activities are prioritized. All participants are from the local geographic area (e.g., city, town, county, community). All participants are wearing masks and there is no physical contact. All parties are encouraged to stay home if they have symptoms or recent exposure to Covid-19.