DISTRICT IV RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUMMER ACTIVITIES
BSD Summer Weight Room and Gym Use Protocols
Protocols will be used through June 26, 2020
** Unless our Governor changes recommendations **
Coaches/Supervisors are responsible to make sure that all protocols are followed.
Weight Room
No More than 20 athletes in the weight room at a time.
Enter outside weight-room stairs; exit downstairs doors south side of gym.
Locker rooms will be locked. Students will use the hall bathrooms.
Bring your own water bottle.
Sanitize entrance and exits.
Wipe down upholstery and bars after every lift using spray bottles and paper towels.
Athletes must be in same groups through the summer.
Maintain social distancing of 6 ft.
Encourage use of hand sanitizer.
Sanitize after weight room after every session.
Disinfect everything that has been touched or handled.
Wash hands thoroughly when finished.
Gym
No more than 20 athletes in the gym at a time.
Enter pride hall outside door and exit south side gym doors.
Wipe down equipment after every session (basketballs, volleyballs, etc.)
Bring your own water bottle.
Encourage use of hand sanitizer.
No more than 2 athletes on a basket.
No contact drills or scrimmaging.
Maintain social distancing of 6 ft.
Sanitize entrance and exits.
Locker rooms will be locked. Students will have use of the hall bathrooms.
Disinfect everything that has been touched or handled.
Wash hands thoroughly when finished.
Goals for Summer Programs
Protect the health and safety of students, coaches and spectators- physical, emotional and mental.
Consistency with Governor Little’s stages in Rebound Idaho.
Level and consistent playing field for all schools in District IV.
Adaptability and flexibility as we learn and things evolve with COVID-19.
AD’s and coaches will work together to create plans for their school based on the following information.
Key aspects to consider when planning:
Scheduling
Communication
Following guidelines
Face-masks as needed
Areas to sanitize. Who’s paying for it? Are sanitizing/deep cleaning dates built in the summer schedule?
Sanitize all equipment (before and after)
Keep athletes in same groups throughout the summer (especially in June)
All Stages – individuals should continue to: Engage in physical distancing of at least six feet, wear face coverings in public places, stay home if sick, practice good hand hygiene, cover coughs and sneezes, disinfect surfaces and objects regularly.
The following plan is subject to change based on local health district guidelines and policies.
No activity will begin until Monday, June 1st, 2020. We would hope all schools and all school personnel would comply with guidelines. This includes all activities on or off school property.
May 30th - June 12th, 2020 (Stage 3)- Stage 3 only if Stage 2 is met and satisfied:
Groups of less than 50 people where appropriate physical distancing and precautionary measures are observed. No competition between other schools.
Weight Room
Allow the appropriate number of people where social distancing may be maintained
Spotting/Safety procedures should not be minimized due to social distancing.
Space out to minimize contact
A disinfectant should be used after each session
Gymnasium - CDC Guidelines on Gymnasiums
No more than 20 people in the gym
Drills for individual development only
No full competition or drills that will not support social distancing
Stadium (Outside Spaces)
No more than 50 people on the playing field
Conditioning and Drills that allow for appropriate distancing.
No game like competitions.
All high school club sports, American Legion, softball, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, City Rec Departments, etc. must follow these guidelines when using District IV facilities.
June 13th - 26th, 2020 (Stage 4) State 4 only if Stage 3 is met and satisfied:
Groups of more than 50 people where appropriate physical distancing and precautionary
measures are observed can occur. Intrasquad scrimmages are acceptable. No FANS in
attendance.
Weight Room
The number of participants may increase as long as appropriate physical distancing is observed.
Spotting/Safety procedures should not be minimized due to social distancing.
Space out to minimize contact
A disinfectant should be used after each session
Gymnasium - CDC Guidelines on Gymnasiums
No more than 50 people in each gym that is available.
Drills for individual development
Limited competition between members of practice groups
Stadiums (Outside Spaces)
More than 50 people on the playing field
Conditioning and Drills that allow for appropriate distancing.
Limited competition between members of practice groups
No full contact with football
All high school club sports, American Legion, softball, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, City Rec Departments, etc. must follow these guidelines when using District IV facilities.
June 27th - July 30th | All subject to change based on state and local health district guidelines:
If all state criteria met and continued precautionary measures are observed the following can happen:
Kids clinics/camps, athletic camps, and tournaments will be allowed per current guidelines (all local)
No out of state travel to camps and/or tournaments
Competition/Scrimmages allowed between schools. FANS ALLOWED (subject to change based on state and southwest district health guidelines)
All high school club sports, American Legion, softball, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, City Rec Departments, etc. must follow these guidelines when using District IV facilities.
Contact Information
Stacy Wilson
Buhl High School
Athletic Director
Body Development
(208)-543-8262 Ext. 209