Parent Handbook

Welcome to Flag Frenzy

Welcome

Thank you for choosing Flag Frenzy Football Camp. We want every child who attends to enjoy an active, positive and supportive camp experience.

Our camps introduce and develop flag football skills through drills, games, teamwork and age-appropriate activities. We aim to create an environment where children can build confidence, develop new skills, make friends and enjoy being active.

Please read this handbook before your child's first camp day and contact us if there is anything you think we should know before they attend.

Before Camp

Information specific to each camp will be provided separately when bookings are open and/or before attendance.

Dates & Times

Confirmed for each camp

Camp dates, start and finish times and arrival information will be provided before attendance.

Venue

Confirmed for each camp

The venue, meeting point and any relevant access information will be provided with camp details.

Age Range

Ages 7–15

Children may be grouped according to factors such as age, experience, ability and the activity being delivered.

Questions Before Camp

info@flagfrenzyfootball.co.uk

Please contact us before attendance if you need to discuss your child's needs or arrangements.

Example Camp Day

Each camp day is planned around a mixture of skill development, games, breaks and team activities. A typical day may include:

Arrival & registration

Sign-in and settling into camp.

Welcome & warm-up

Introductions, movement and preparation for play.

Skills & drills

Passing, catching, routes, defending and movement.

Break

Time to rest, hydrate and have a snack.

Games & challenges

Small-sided games, team challenges and activities.

Lunch

A scheduled break for food and rest.

Team play

Opportunities to put skills into practice.

Games & wrap-up

Final activities, review and preparation for collection.

The order and length of activities may change depending on the group, weather, venue and needs of the children attending.

What to Bring

Daily essentials

Comfortable sportswear suitable for the weather.
Sports trainers or suitable football boots. No metal studs.
A packed lunch and suitable snacks.
A refillable water bottle.
Weather-appropriate items such as a sun hat, sunscreen or light waterproof jacket.
Any medication or medical items your child requires, clearly labelled where appropriate.

Please avoid bringing

Unnecessary valuables, jewellery or large amounts of money.
Items that could interfere with activities or create a safety concern.
Nut-based products, where families have been asked to avoid these because of allergy considerations.

Optional extras & tips

Depending on the weather, a spare T-shirt, small towel or bag for wet or muddy clothing can be useful. Please label your child's belongings wherever possible.

Arrival & Collection

Exact arrival and collection times and the meeting point will be confirmed for each camp.

Arrival

Children should be signed in at the designated camp meeting point.
Please follow the arrival instructions provided for your camp.
Tell the camp team about any relevant changes to medical information, emergency contacts or collection arrangements.

Collection

Children will only be released in accordance with the authorised collection information provided by their parent or guardian.
We may use identification or another agreed safeguarding check where necessary.
If collection arrangements change, please contact us as soon as possible.

Late collection: Please collect your child promptly at the confirmed collection time. If you are delayed, contact the camp team as soon as possible so that we know you are on your way. Repeated or significant late collection may result in additional charges and/or affect future bookings.

Behaviour & Expectations

We want every child to feel safe, respected and included. Campers are expected to:

Treat other children, coaches, helpers and venue users with respect.
Listen to safety instructions and follow reasonable directions from the camp team.
Play safely and fairly.
Show good sportsmanship and teamwork.
Respect equipment, facilities and other people's belongings.

Behaviour that puts another person at risk or seriously disrupts the camp will be addressed by the camp team. Parents or guardians may be contacted where behaviour becomes a concern.

Please see our Code of Conduct / Behaviour Policy for further information.

Health, Safety & Welfare

The safety and welfare of children attending Flag Frenzy Football Camp is a priority.

Appropriate safeguarding arrangements are used during camp.
Children are supervised during organised camp activities.
First aid arrangements and first aid supplies are available during camp.
Parents and guardians must provide relevant information about allergies, medical conditions, medication and additional needs before attendance.
Medication brought to camp should be provided in accordance with the instructions given to families.

Illness & accidents

If a child becomes unwell during camp, their parent or guardian may be contacted and asked to collect them. Minor injuries may be treated using appropriate first aid and recorded. In an emergency, the camp team will seek appropriate emergency assistance and contact the child's parent or guardian as soon as reasonably possible.

Weather & contingency

Activities may be adapted because of heat, rain, wind or other conditions. Activities may be paused or changed if conditions are considered unsuitable or unsafe. Families will be contacted if a change materially affects the camp day.

More detailed information can be found in our Safeguarding Policy , Medical & Inclusion Policy and Health & Safety Policy .

How We Communicate

Please make sure the contact information supplied during registration is accurate and kept up to date.

Email may be used for camp information, reminders and updates.
Phone or text may be used where more immediate contact is needed, for example if your child becomes unwell or collection arrangements need to be discussed.
General information may also be published on the Flag Frenzy Football Camp website.

Absence: If your child will not be attending a booked camp day, please contact us as soon as possible before the camp day begins.

Useful Information

Lunch & Allergies

Children should bring enough food and drink for the camp day. Please tell us about allergies or dietary considerations during registration and follow any camp-specific allergen guidance sent before attendance.

Lost Property

Please label belongings wherever possible. If an item is lost, contact the camp team as soon as possible. Unclaimed items cannot be stored indefinitely.

Phones & Devices

Children do not need a phone or electronic device to participate in camp. If a device is brought, it should remain safely stored unless permission is given to use it. Personal belongings remain the responsibility of the family.

Photos & Media

Photography or video involving children will be handled in accordance with the permissions provided by their parent or guardian and our privacy arrangements. Please contact us if you need to update a preference.

Related Camp Policies

The Parent Handbook provides practical information. Please also review the relevant formal camp policies where you need more detail.

Camp Safeguarding Medical & Inclusion Refunds & Cancellations Code of Conduct / Behaviour Privacy Terms & Conditions Health & Safety View All Camp Policies

Need Help?

Contact Us

If you have a question about your child's attendance, medical or additional needs, collection arrangements or anything else relating to camp, please contact us.

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