Swim Programs ages 9 & 10 Required Skills: Be able to swim freestyle and backstroke 100 yards without stopping and breaststroke and butterfly 25 yrds; able to perform and regularly use skills such as flip turns, streamlining, and circle swimming. Kids build confidence through learning about goalsetting, and then working towards daily, personal and team goals.
SWIM TEAM Manta Rays Swim Team ages 5-18: This program is an introduction to competitive swimming in an “everybody swims, everybody wins” atmosphere. Coaches work on all four strokes and techniques. This team focuses on fun, building self-esteem, and prepares children to compete at the next level. Cost includes Manta Rays swim cap, Official team t-shirt, and end of season banquet. All new swimmers must tryout. SUMMER SWIM TEAM A great way to introduce swimmers to a swim team environment. The team will have evening practices at the Y, swims in the North Georgia Swim League and will swim against Y and Non Y teams. Meets are in June on Thursdays. Swimmers have the option to swim in the District meet, which qualifies for the Summer State Meet. May & June FALL/WINTER SWIM TEAM This 6-month swim season is for swimmers who have a good understanding of the fundamentals of swimming. The team practices at the Y and competes against other Y’s in Saturday meets. Swimmers have the option to participate in the Y League Championship meet the first weekend in March. September – February ages 8 & under Required skills: Be able to swim at least one length of the pool freestyle and backstroke without stopping. Kids build confidence and refine all four competitive strokes through drills and games, and learn lifelong skills like team work and good sportsmanship both while practicing and when competing in swim meets. This group is great for kids who have been enrolled in swim lessons.
ages 11 & up Required skills: Be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes for at least 100 yards without stopping. Swimmers will continue to development strokes and endurance. QUESTIONS? mcyswimteam@ymcaatlanta.org
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