Are there competitions associated with the Swim Team?
Every six weeks from September to June, swim team students have the option of competing in scheduled swim meets.
Is there a swimming test required to join the Swim Team?
Yes, we require a swimming test that assessses proficiency and familiarity with a few basic swimming strokes.
Where are the classes located?
On Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, we practice at Chinquapin Park Rec. Center in Alexandria, Virginia. On Tuesdays, we will practice at Trinity Washington University Center in Washington, DC.
How many times a week are the swim team practices?
Four times a week.
Are Swim Team practices group classes?
Yes. Swim Team practices are held in groups.
How long are the swim team practices?
Narwhals Swim Team practices are one hour.
How will my child benefit from the swim team?
Students will fine-tune their swimming strokes and increase their overall stamina.
What do you learn on the swim team?
YM introduces students to the joy of competitive swimming—without the commitment level of joining a swim team.
What is the age range for the swim team?
Our recommended age range is four to eighteen years old.
What is the Narwhals Swim Team program?
The Narwhals Swim Team program are group lessons for our more comfortable swimmers between the ages of four and fourteen. YM is for those who know the four basic swimming strokes or who were proficient in our LTS class.
What is an Infant Swimming Resource Certification?
It’s a required certification for swimming instructors who teach infants.
What is the age range for ISR classes?
ISR lessons are available to students six months to four years old.
Is it OK to skip some ISR lessons?
While it’s OK to skip the occasional lesson, frequent absences can lengthen the process of forming muscle memory for your child.
Are ISR classes one on one?
Yes, ISR classes are one on one.