Seattle Youth Ultimate Camps

2012 Camp F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions)

 

Why split by age group instead of grade?
In the past we have split by elementary school, middle school, and high school. Our experience has taught us that age is less confusing. For example, some sixth graders are in middle school and some are in elementary school.

 

Can my child sign up for an age group that is different from his or her own?
In the past we have been flexible with regard to allowing campers to move up into older age groups. However, last year we experienced some concerns with this policy from a skills and safety standpoint. This year, we will allow younger players to play up only if they are in the same grade as the older group or if there is some very compelling reason to move them up (e.g., an older sibling is in the next highest age group) AND the move is made at least one week before camp starts. 

 

Can my child choose to be on the same team as his/her schoolmates?
Generally speaking, we encourage campers to expand their horizons and make new friends, especially because community is such an important aspect of Ultimate. All that said, campers will have several opportunities to hang out with old friends.

 

Is Financial Aid available?
Yes. There is more information here: http://www.discnw.org/youth/playerscholarships.html

 

Is there a discount for signing up for multiple camps?

Yes, but only for the same camper and only if they do BOTH June sessions. The cost for both June sessions for the same camper is $450 instead of $550. This option can only be paid for by check. And of course there is Financial Aid available. See above.

  

How do you split up the high school campers?
We have found that it makes the most sense to split the campers up by skill and gender at the high school level. We do plan to provide some fun coed and large group activities, and there will be plenty of time for socializing during breaks. In keeping with the tradition of open ultimate, any girl is welcome to join with the boys instead of playing with the girls.

 

Will there be any single gender play for the younger campers?
If we have enough campers of each gender, we may split up by gender on occasion during the week, but we will focus mainly on coed play for the younger campers.

 

Who are the counselors?
Our counselors are experienced, mostly local coaches, many of whom played in the local youth scene and are now playing in college and beyond.  We do have some coaches from outside of the area join us every year.  All counselors undergo a thorough application process, training, and background check before working with the campers.

 

Who are the camp co-directors?
Mike Mullen and Roger Crafts are the co-directors and founders of the Seattle Youth Ultimate Camps. Roger previously coached the high school boys’ team at Seattle Academy and is a three-time national Ultimate champion in the open division as a former member of Seattle Sockeye. He played for Carleton College before coming to Seattle. Mike Mullen is the founder of the Ultimate program at The Northwest School. He coached The Northwest School Boys team to three State Championships and two Western US Championships. He also coached the Seattle under-19 boys team in its first place finish in the 2007 Youth Club National Championship. Mike currently coaches middle school at The Northwest School, where he is a teacher.

 

Why 5 Ultimate jerseys for campers?
We are very excited to be working with 5 Ultimate this year. 5 Ultimate is a local company founded, owned, and operated by local ultimate players. 5 provides great ultimate products at a competitive price with unmatched service. 5 also has a history of supporting local, national, and world wide ultimate Frisbee outreach projects. Here is a link to 5 Ultimate.

 

Do I need to pay when I register?
No, but paying right away assures a spot in the session. Credit card payments are processed immediately. Checks usually take a week to process. Two weeks prior to each session all campers should have paid their registration fee. Those who sign up in the two weeks prior to a session should pay at the time that they register.

 

What is the weather policy?
Camp may be cancelled due to extreme weather, though that hasn’t happened yet. We make plans for safe shelter in case of severe weather. On hot days, we make sure to provide ample shade, and we take extra breaks for hydration and rest. We also suggest sunscreen, well ventilated headwear, and shatterproof sun glasses for all campers.

 

What is the individual cancellation and refund policy?
We request notification as soon as a registered camper finds out (s)he is unable to attend their session, even if (s)he hasn’t paid yet.


If given two weeks’ notice, we grant full refunds. All cancellations after the  two week deadline  are decided case-by-case. We try to be very accommodating in these situations.

 

What steps are taken to ensure the safety of the camp participants?
Safety of our campers and counselors is our first priority. Our counselors have first aid training, and we will have an onsite manager and an onsite athletic trainer.

 

How early and late are counselors at the fields?
Counselors are expected to be at the fields at least 15 minutes before each session starts. We require all campers to be picked up no later than 15 minutes after a session ends each day, though at least one counselor will stay at the site until all campers have left.

 

Why Magnuson for the camp location?
Magnuson is one of the only sites in Seattle large enough to accommodate all of our age/skill levels at the same time, and it has indoor areas that we can reserve for lunch and for weather evacuation. Considering that we serve campers from Edmonds, Shoreline, Bellevue, Redmond, and all of Seattle, it is a pretty central location.

 

Will more camps be added?
If there is enough demand we may offer other sessions. There are other summer ultimate opportunities for youth. Please check the "DiscNW Events" sidebar for information about those events.

 

Is there maximum number of campers for each session?
If we get too many campers we will add more fields and more counselors.

 

What is the routine for lunch and snack?
Campers should bring lunch and a snack with them each day. We take a mid-morning break for snacks. We also take at least 30 minutes for lunch.

 

What is your Tax ID number?

91-1720259