SWANSON SWIM TEAM

We are so excited to begin another swim season with our Swanson Sharks. This is a great for kids looking for a summer activity, those who would like to become better swimmers, swimmers who have recently graduated from swim lessons and would like to learn their strokes, as well as competitive swimmers who would like another place to practice and have fun! This is a low-pressure and fun introduction to competitive swimming.

We are thrilled to be welcoming back Coach Danny and Coach Matthew this year. We are adding Coach Josh, whom many of you will recognize, as he was a long-time Swanson Shark swimmer himself. While Coach Caleb won’t be an official coach this year, you’ll be happy to know that you can expect to see him on deck many mornings as he will be our pool manager.

Best Regards, 

Coach Danny, Coach Matthew, and Coach Josh

REQUIREMENTS

Swimmer must be able to swim* one length of the pool. (*doggy paddle and its infinite variations are copacetic, but repeatedly touching the bottom/side/lane-lines is/are not) If you are unsure you can email with any questions to swansonpoolreg@gmail.com. We also have a wonderful swim lesson program.

COST
Members- $160

Member families with four or more swimmers pay $125 for the 4th swimmer and after.

Non-member- $180

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT 

There are three things you must do to be fully signed up for swim team

  1. Fill out the Swanson Swim Team Registration Form - (signed up and paid by June 9th for a team t-shirt). T-shirt sizing questions? See this sizing chart.

  2. Make your payment. Credit card payments are made via Square - add the needed swim team option to your cart. Alternatively, you may bring a check or cash payment to the desk at the pool. Please note though that your payment secures your spot on the team and that payment is due before you can begin practice.

  3. Fill out the required MAPSC Form (one per child) - Must be completed prior to be able to attend first practice!

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

Equipment Needed:

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS

  • Athletes will only be permitted to enter the building 5 minutes before their scheduled practice. If they arrive early, they must wait with an adult until the appropriate time to enter the building. 

  • Athletes must be picked up on time at the completion of any practice. Keep in mind there are other scheduled events after your child’s practice.

  • Athletes should arrive prepared for practice, in their suits and with a water bottle (already filled).

TEAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

(M/TU/TH/F)      8:45-9:45 AM = 9 & under

                          9:45-10:45 AM = 10 & older

June 9th  - M, TU, TH, F

June 16th  - M, TU, TH, F      

June 23rd- M, TU, TH, F        

June 30th- M, TU, TH, No practice July 4th   

July 7th  - M, TU, TH, F        

July 14th  - M, T, TU, F

July 21st- M, T 

July 23rd Team party in the evening (possible date)

TEAM MEET SCHEDULE (Wednesday mornings) 

June 18th- Vs Morris Park (Home meet)

June 25th- vs. Benton Harbor YMCA (Away)

July 2nd is the bye week

July 9th vs. Knollwood (Home meet)

July 16th vs. St. Joe River Yacht Club (Home meet)

July 23rd- Conference at Knollwood Country Club

  • Swimmers must compete in 2 dual meets to participate in the Championship meet

  • Swimmers must inform coaches by Monday before the swim meet (by the latest!) if you are unable to make the meet. Preferably, you let coaches know at the beginning of the season your availability.

SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Weekly Fun Friday activities

  • Pancake Breakfast- parent volunteers and donations needed

  • End of the Season Banquet- parent volunteers and donation needed