First Thing’s First!

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First Thing’s First…

This site is owned and operated by our Health Team Manager, Patrice Jones. Everything contained under the RCR-DBC tab at the top of the site is meant for RCR members. There is a lot of information contained in these pages. Set aside some time over a few days to take it all in, and come back to refresh your memory anytime. If new material is added, you will get a notification through Discord. All the information contained in these pages is the intellectual property of Patrice Jones, and may not be copied or used in any way without her express written consent. Everything here is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or take the place of your healthcare provider. If you have any questions or concerns, you can email Patrice at healthteam@rivercityrhythm.org or message her on Discord.

Medical Eligibility

Click the button below to download the RCR Member Medical Eligibility Form. This is an athletic physical, so it goes into a lot of detail designed to protect you and inform us about physical and mental conditions that could impact you while you’re with us. Typically, the season goes by with nothing more than sore muscles, tired bodies, and lots of good memories. Our Health Team plans for all the “what ifs” that may occur, so we can be prepared to help you and step in if an emergency arises.

Some tips for getting this form completed…

  • Be completely honest with your provider. There are very few things that will make you ineligible from a medical standpoint, but there are many things that could impact how you are treated during an emergency, especially unknown medical history.

  • Almost every chronic condition can be worked with in this corps, so let us know about it and we can get to work crafting a plan for you.

  • List all medications you will be taking on tour including prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements.

  • Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider now to be sure you have this completed well before move-ins.

  • Take a deep breath and try not to stress about it. This is just one step in the drum corps experience!

RCR Medical Eligibility Form

Click below to download the required RCR Medical Eligibility Form. Print it out, and take it in its entirety to your appointment with your provider. Most providers aren’t familiar with drum corps or the rigors involved, so have them read the explanation before completing the exam. You must have this athletic physical on file to participate.

We have 10 DAYS until move-ins!

Now’s the time to…get in shape, increase water intake, bump up your sodium intake, reduce caffeine consumption, eat more protein, and start preparations.

Begin by reading all the RCR pages in the order they’re given starting with our Drum Corps Survival Guide. If you have questions or concerns, email Patrice at healthteam@rivercityrhythm.org.

You’ve got this, and we can’t wait to meet everyone at the May camp!!

What to do next…

  1. You are an athlete!! Start living, eating, and exercising like one.

  2. Get outside! Start acclimating to outside temperatures and humidity now.

  3. Make your packing list. There are items you’ll need to buy, and making your packing list will help you determine what you need and how much everything will cost.

  4. Get 7-9 hours of consistent sleep every night.

  5. Do something you enjoy every day.

  6. Practice every day.

  7. Check Discord at least once a day and join in the fun!

  8. Direct any questions you have about Health & Wellness, physical conditioning, and mental health to our Health Team at HealthTeam@rivercityrhythm.org.