Camp AOS Safety Protocols

Will my child swim?

Not all campers are eligible to participate in the free swim activity at camp. Only campers who are registered in the 1st-6th grade afternoon Day Camp or Full-day Camp (not specialty camps) have the opportunity to swim.

What are the safety measures taken at the pool during the free swim activity?

• The University of St. Thomas provides 3 lifeguards during our free swim time.

• All swim sessions are supervised by multiple counselors and a member of the summer camp leadership team. 

• The pool will be closed to all other patrons during Camp AOS’ free swim time.

• Traffic is controlled by an AOS HPD Security Officer as we cross West Alabama to the UST campus. 

• Flotation devices (life jackets & puddle jumpers) are allowed and encouraged for weaker swimmers.

• A bill passed by the Texas Legislature requires parents to attest to their child’s swim ability during the camp waiver process. Any swimmer who cannot swim will be required to wear a lifejacket during their pool time. 

• Swimmers using a floatation device may not swim in the deep end of the pool and must stay in the shallow end. 

• We have multiple sessions at the pool to keep our numbers lower. 

What if my child becomes ill while at camp?

Camp AOS has a nurse on campus during camp hours and can attend to students if they become ill during the camp day. Our Camp Nurse will contact parents for pick up if necessary.

Will I receive a refund if my child is not able to attend camp due to illness?

Unfortunately, we are not able to issue refunds for illnesses that cause campers to be absent from camp.