Program Details
Program Details
- Ages: 5 to 18 years
- Cost: Pricing varies by level and location
- Schedule: Seasonal (afternoon and evening practices); contact your branch for details
- Locations & Teams:
- Floyd County Family YMCA: Penguins Swim Team (recreational)
- Northeast Family YMCA: Tsunami Swim Club (competitive)
- Oldham County Family YMCA: Orca Swim Club (competitive & recreational)
- Southeast Family YMCA: Swordfish Swim Team (recreational)
- Southwest Family YMCA: Hurricane Swim Team (recreational)
How It Works
YMCA Swim Teams are open to swimmers of varying skill levels who can swim at least 25 yards unassisted on both their front and back. An evaluation is required prior to joining, which may be scheduled at the start of each season or by appointment.
Participants benefit from structured coaching, skill development, and team-building experiences in a fun, supportive environment.
Practice Frequency:
Most teams practice 2–3 times per week, with higher-level groups training more frequently.
Membership Note:
You do not need to be a YMCA member to try out. However, active membership is required to practice and compete with the team.
Program Levels
Blue:
Beginner swimmers developing stroke technique, starts, and turns. Practices 2–3 times per week.
Silver:
Intermediate swimmers preparing for Y-USA competitive meets. Focus on endurance, skill refinement, and consistency.
Gold:
Advanced swimmers training for Regional Y-USA Zones and state competitions. Practices 3 days per week with elevated expectations.
Platinum:
Elite-level swimmers preparing for high-level competitions including Nationals. Includes conditioning, high-volume training, and strategic coaching. Practices 4–5 times per week.
Team Info & SwimTopia Access
Families can find practice schedules, meet information, registration details, and parent resources using SwimTopia links below:
Additional teams (Floyd County, Southeast, Southwest) may share team-specific details directly with participants.
Ready to Register?
Use the button below to view upcoming sessions currently available for online registration. If no sessions are listed, please contact your branch to ask about evaluations or seasonal start dates.
Why Choose Swim Team at the Y?
Fun Meets Focus
Whether your child is just starting out or training to compete, our programs blend energy, encouragement, and skill-building.
Lifelong Confidence
Swim team teaches perseverance, resilience, and the value of teamwork—skills that stick both in and out of the pool.
Inclusive Competition
We welcome swimmers of all backgrounds and abilities, with recreational and competitive pathways to meet every swimmer’s goals.
Creating A Safe Environment
The YMCA of Greater Louisville works in partnership with families, staff and volunteers to protect children from child abuse.
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