Prerequisites:

• Ability to swim 25 yards without stopping 
• Children enrolled in YMCA Swim Academy must have completed Minnow level or higher or in Red Cross Lessons, Level 3 or higher 
• Swimmers must be YMCA members to participate

Our trained coaches work to improve swimmers' skill level, endurance and to promote a healthy lifestyle.  Our program embraces the YMCA core values and promotes progression at an individual level.

There are also several volunteer opportunities to help support the YMCA swim team. 

Contact the YMCA location nearest you to learn more.

A Typical Class

Team Practice - The YMCA swim team offers up to 3 practice times a week and swimmers are encouraged to attend at least 2 practices a week.

Swim Meets - Meets are scheduled against other teams in the Minnesota State League, typically at other Y's in the metro area on Saturdays.

Outcomes/Benefits

• Improve swimming skills
• Fun exercise with other team members

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to practice dressed and ready for the pool.
• Clothes, street shoes, diaper bags and other personal items can be stored in the locker rooms; bring your own lock and leave your valuables at home.
• Family appropriate, clean swimsuit and swim attire is required.
• Sandals or flip-flops are permitted in the pool area; No street shoes permitted.
• Towel, goggles (if desired)