Swim Team
Joining the Swim Team at the YMCA helps kids build endurance, speed, and drill techniques, with a healthy dose of teamwork and sportsmanship. Our trained swim coaches work with every child to improve swim skills for this competitive program. YMCA swim teams are designed to help team members improve and refine strokes, starts, turns, and finishes.
Barracuda's Swim Team - Spring
Joining the Swim Team at the YMCA helps kids Become experts in endurance, speed, and drill techniques, with a healthy dose of teamwork and sportsmanship. Our trained swim coaches work with every child to improve swim skills for this competitive program. YMCA swim teams are designed to help team members improve and refine on strokes, starts, turns, and finishes that they already know.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/24/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 200.00 |
Barracuda's Swim Team - Winter
Joining the Swim Team at the YMCA helps kids Become experts in endurance, speed, and drill techniques, with a healthy dose of teamwork and sportsmanship. Our trained swim coaches work with every child to improve swim skills for this competitive program. YMCA swim teams are designed to help team members improve and refine on strokes, starts, turns, and finishes that they already know.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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11/11/23 | 3/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 200.00 |
Dolphin's Swim Conditioning - Summer
Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. From the novice swimmer still building up endurance to the elite swimmer training for national competitions, we provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that helps swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
Prerequisites:
Swimmers must be at least a “Stage 6” swimmer and/or is capable of swimming 100 yards continuously for the beginner level.
*No classes will be held on Thursday, July 4th for the Independence Day holiday. A make-up class will be held on Friday, July 5th at the regular practice time.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Priority Registration | 4/27/24 | 4/30/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/1/24 | 8/8/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.00 | $ 80.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/18/24 - 07/11/24
Advanced (No class 7/4) - Tu,Th - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
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30 / 30 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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06/18/24 - 07/11/24
Novice (No class 7/4) - Tu,Th - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
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30 / 30 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/16/24 - 08/08/24
Advanced - Tu,Th - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
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30 / 30 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/16/24 - 08/08/24
Novice - Tu,Th - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
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30 / 30 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
Dolphin Swim Team (Ages 6-16) - Spring
Ventura Family YMCA Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. From the novice swimmer still building up endurance to the elite swimmer training for national competitions, we provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that help swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
All new swimmers must try out for the swim team prior to registration. To register for a tryout, please click here: Swim Team Tryouts.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/28/24 | 5/30/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 130.00 | $ 165.00 |
Dolphin Swim Team (Ages 6-16) - Winter
Ventura Family YMCA Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. From the novice swimmer still building up endurance to the elite swimmer training for national competitions, we provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that help swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
All new swimmers must try out for the swim team prior to registration. To register for a tryout, please click here: Swim Team Tryouts.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 11/15/23 | 3/29/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 200.00 | $ 250.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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01/09/24 - 03/29/24
Novice & Intermediate I - Tu,Th,Fr - 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
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4 / 30 Available | Register | |
01/09/24 - 03/29/24
Intermediate II & Juniors - Tu,Th,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
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- | Waiting List |
Gators Conditioning - Summer
Santa Barbara YMCA Gators Summer Conditioning
Our goal is to push each other to succeed, develop proper swim technique, endurance, and have fun! From the novice swimmer still building up endurance to the more experienced swimmer, we provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that help swimmers improve themselves and reach new lengths.
Summer sessions will be focused on improving speed, endurance, and technique.
Swimmers must be able to swim the following:
Front Stroke (freestyle) 100-200 yards
Back Stroke 100-200 yards
Breaststroke 50-100 yards
Butterfly 25-50 yards
Treading water 2 minutes
If athlete is unable to meet the requirements, please enroll in the appropriate School Age Group Lessons. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]
Thank you!
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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4/27/24 | 8/24/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 96.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/03/24 - 06/26/24
Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/01/24 - 07/24/24
Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/29/24 - 08/21/24
Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
Gators Stroke Workshop- Spring Break
Our stroke workshops allow for additional practice with one of our Swim Team coaches to work on a particular stroke. Workshops consist of a break down the critical features of each stroke and a 45-minute in pool session with the coach to practice and received detailed feedback on stroke mechanics and development.
These workshops are designed for swimmers on our Gator Swim Team or looking to join.
Workshop Schedule:
Monday 3/25 Freestyle & Back Stroke
Tuesday 3/26 Butterfly
Wednesday 3/27 Breaststroke
Thursday 3/28 Starts, Flip Turns, Put it all Together
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/24/24 | 3/29/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 15.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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03/28/24
Starts, Flip Turns, Put it all Together - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
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4 / 10 Available | Register |
Gators Swim Team - Spring
The Santa Barbara YMCA Gators Swim Team participants will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our coaches promote a positive team atmosphere, challenging swimmers skills, and overall support for our young Gators as they compete & grow in their swimming career. Our goal is to push each other to succeed, develop proper swim technique, endurance, and have fun! From the novice swimmer still building up endurance to the more experienced swimmer, we provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that help swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
TRYOUTS FOR NEW SWIMMERS WILL BE ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF EACH NEW SESSION @ 3:50pm & 4:50pm IF SPACE ALLOWS; please register for the team & show up at the times above to meet with the coach.
Advance team requirements: (4:00 pm practices)
Front Stroke (freestyle) 100-200 yards
Back Stroke 100-200 yards
Breaststroke 50-100 yards
Treading water 2 minutes
Novice team requirements: (5:00 pm practices)
Front Stroke (freestyle) 50-100 yards
Back Stroke 50-100yards
Breaststroke 25-50 yards
Treading water 1 minute
If athlete is unable to meet the requirements, please enroll in the appropriate School Age Group Lessons. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]
Thank you!
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/24/24 | 5/22/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 96.00 | $ 160.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/01/24 - 04/24/24
Advance - Mo,We - 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
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8 / 15 Available | Register | |
04/01/24 - 04/24/24
Novice - Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
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6 / 15 Available | Register | |
04/29/24 - 05/22/24
Advance - Mo,We - 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
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13 / 15 Available | Register | |
04/29/24 - 05/22/24
Novice - Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
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6 / 15 Available | Register |
Otter's Swim Team - Spring
Our YMCA swim team places an emphasis on participation, technique, character development, team building, discipline, and having fun. Swimmers will get experience with drills, endurance, and will learn how to become more well rounded as team. Our coaches will work with swimmers to prepare them for meets and for swimming competitively. The overall goal of swim team is to refine swimming skills and for swimmers to push each other to achieve their very best, all in an encouraging, positive, and fun environment.
All new swimmers must attend tryouts before registering for swim team. Tryouts will be held on April 1st, 2024, at 4:00pm. at the Montecito Family YMCA.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Open Registration | 2/26/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 160.00 | $ 220.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/01/24 - 05/23/24
Mo,Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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16 / 20 Available | Register |
Otter's Swim Team - Winter
Our YMCA swim team places an emphasis on participation, technique, character development, team building, discipline, and having fun. Swimmers will get experience with drills, endurance, and will learn how to become more well rounded as team. Our coaches will work with swimmers to prepare them for meets and for swimming competitively. The overall goal of swim team is to refine swimming skills and for swimmers to push each other to achieve their very best, all in an encouraging, positive, and fun environment.
All new swimmers must attend tryouts before registering for swim team. Tryouts will be held on June 5th 2023 at 4:00pm. at the Montecito Family YMCA. Swimmers only need to attend one tryout session.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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11/11/23 | 3/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 160.00 | $ 220.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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02/26/24 - 03/28/24
5 weeks - Mo,Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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4 / 20 Available | $134 - $184 | Register |
Otter's Swim Team Workshops - Summer
Our stroke workshops allow for additional practice with one of our certified swim team coaches to work on a particular stroke or skill. The coaches will provide targeted drills and practice and swimmers will receive detailed feedback on stroke mechanics and development.
While these workshops are designed for swimmers on our Swim Team, youth who are in the Stage 6 – Stroke Mechanics class are welcome to join.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Priority Registration | 4/27/24 | 4/30/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 12.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/1/24 | 8/17/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 12.00 | $ 15.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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06/25/24
Butterfly - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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06/27/24
Backstroke - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/02/24
Breaststroke - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/09/24 - 07/11/24
Starts, Turns & Finishes - Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $24 - $30 |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/16/24 - 07/18/24
Swim Team Basics - Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $24 - $30 |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/23/24
Butterfly - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/25/24
Backstroke - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/30/24
Breaststroke - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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08/01/24
Freestyle - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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08/06/24 - 08/08/24
Swim Team Basics - Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $24 - $30 |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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08/13/24 - 08/15/24
Starts, Turns & Finishes - Tu,Th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $24 - $30 |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
Seal's Swim Team - Spring
The Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. We provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that helps swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
All new swimmers are required to try out for the swim team before registration.
New swimmers will need to attend the following tryout date and meet the requirements to be eligible for the Swim Team.
Monday, April 8th at 4:00 PM
Must be able to swim:
Front Stroke (freestyle) 50-100 yards
Backstroke 50-100 yards
Breaststroke 25-50 yards
Treading water 1 minute
Equipment needed:
Goggles
Swim cap (recommended)
Swim fins (recommended)
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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2/22/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 210.00 | $ 240.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/09/24 - 05/30/24
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23 / 25 Available | Register |
Seal's Swim Team - Summer (Conditioning)
The Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. We provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that helps swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
All new swimmers are required to try out for the swim team before registration.
New swimmers will need to attend the following tryout date and meet the requirements to be eligible for the Swim Team.
No class July 4th
Must be able to swim:
Front Stroke (freestyle) 50-100 yards
Backstroke 50-100 yards
Breaststroke 25-50 yards
Treading water 1 minute
Equipment needed:
Goggles
Swim cap (recommended)
Swim fins (recommended)
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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4/27/24 | 8/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 110.00 | $ 140.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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06/04/24 - 06/27/24
June - Tu,Th - 4:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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25 / 25 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/02/24 - 07/25/24
July - Tu,Th - 4:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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25 / 25 Available | $100 - $130 |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
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07/30/24 - 08/22/24
August - Tu,Th - 4:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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25 / 25 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 04/27/24 |
Seal's Swim Team - Winter
The Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA Swim Team provides youth with positive experiences through competitive swimming! Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the water as a team while learning the core values of the Y. Our competitive swim teams are rewarding programs for children and teens of all ability levels. Our coaches maintain a positive and challenging environment where swimmers can learn and train together as a team, pushing each other to succeed with encouragement, individual discipline, and pride in everyone’s achievements. We provide a supportive and progressively challenging environment that helps swimmers improve themselves and reach new heights.
All new swimmers are required to try out for the swim team before registration.
Swimmers will need to attend one of the following tryout dates and meet the requirements.
January Session
Thursday, December 28th, 4:30-5:00
February Session
Thursday, February 15th, 4:30-5:00
Must be able to swim:
Front Stroke (freestyle) 50-100 yards
Backstroke 50-100 yards
Breaststroke 25-50 yards
Treading water 1 minute
Equipment needed:
Goggles
Swim cap (recommended)
Swim fins (recommended)
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Session 1 | 11/11/23 | 3/7/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 160.00 | $ 180.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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02/27/24 - 03/28/24
Tu,Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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10 / 25 Available | $105 - $125 |
Registration Closed |