Recreational Swim Team

Our recreational swim team is part of the Memphis Swim Conference (MSC), a developmental swim conference. This conference invites swimmers to participate in a competitive environment and still have fun no matter what the skill level. Swimmers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate but, must be able to comfortably swim across the lap pool. We practice year-round and compete in both the winter and the summer seasons. Our swim team is headed by Mindy Knight.

Our swim team competes year-round, taking the months of February and August off.

Practices are held at 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and at 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays. Practices will last for one hour each. Class days and times are subject to change.  Participants must be registered by the first of each month, in order to begin practices for that session.  Registrations received on the first or thereafter each month are subject to a late fee.

Swim Team Cost

Must be a member of the YMCA to participate.

Y Members:
$45/month for 3 day per week practices
$55/month for 4 day per week practices
MSC cost not included. (Fee is $15, payable twice annually)

Recommendations

Ages 5 to 18

Beginner: It is recommended that the participant be able to swim the length of the lap pool confidently and independently. This group will work on developing the four competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly), as well as build confidence.

Intermediate: Swimmer should be able to demonstrate the four competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly). This group will work our refinement of the competitive strokes and endurance.

What to bring: Proper swim attire. Swim trunks and one-piece swim suits are preferred (two piece may be worn, but should be secure for swimming laps). Goggles with an open nose are required (no diving mask). Towel, Bottled water, sports drink or sports bottle for water. Great spirit!

What we will provide: Kick boards, pull buoys, other training equipment.

Download 2010 Rec Swim Team Brochure.