These are snapshots of the programs we offer throughout the year. More detailed and specific information is available through the Aquatics Dept.
Fall/Winter Swim Team
Dates: Early September – Mid March
Times: Weekdays/Saturdays (am) – Afternoons/Evenings
Description: The fall/winter season makes up the bulk of the Orcas practice year-round. We attend meets during this fall/winter season. Program runs Monday through Saturday.
‘Starts, Turns, and Finishes Clinic’, and the ‘Stroke Improvement Clinic’
Dates: Late March – Late April
Times: Weekdays – Afternoons/Evenings
Description:
- Starts, Turns, Finishes: This clinic focuses on the technical refinement of starts, turns, and finishes. Program runs Tuesday/Thursday.
- Stroke Refinement Clinic: This clinic focuses on individual stroke refinement. We work on a more individual basis with our swimmers to determine and correct specific weaknesses in their strokes. Program runs Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Spring Swim Team
Dates: Early May – Mid June (End of School Year)
Times: Weekdays – Afternoons/Evenings
Description: During the spring season, we practice indoors, and continue progression from our winter season. We attend swim meets during the spring season. Program runs Monday through Friday.
Summer Swim Team
Dates: Mid June – End of July
Times: Weekdays – Mornings
Description: Summer swim team with the Orcas is held outdoors at the Large Pool! We do dryland each morning and then head to the outdoor pools for practice. Summer swim team is held Monday through Friday in the mornings. We may attend a meet or two during the summer season, but most spring/summer meets occur during the spring season.
End of Summer / Early Fall
We are considering another program for the Orcas that may take place in August, and will bridge the gap between our Summer and Fall/Winter offerings. We will update you if/when this program is announced.