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Recreational Swim Clinic offers both instruction and fun competition. Participants will focus on the four competitive strokes, racing starts, and conditioning. Each participant should bring their own goggles and cap. A fun meet will be scheduled on the last day of the season against other clinic participants.
Prerequisite: Demonstration of 25-yard deep-end swim without stopping or struggling. Please note age requirements for each practice time.
Registration
| Registration for members, passholders, and residents begins on the 18th day of the preceding month. Open registration begins on the 25th day of the preceding month. REGISTER NOW! |
Cost
Member/Passholder: $135/child
Resident: $165/child
Non-Resident/General Admission: $195/child
Practice Locations and Times
Practices will be held on Monday/Wednesday at Shaw Park Aquatic Center, and Tuesday/Thursday at the Center of Clayton. Please note there are 2 different sessions for each age group.
Age 5-8: Monday - Thursday from 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Session 1: June 5 - June 29
Session 2: July 3 - July 27 (no practice on 7/4)
Ages 8-14: Monday - Thursday from 6:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Session 1: June 5 - June 29
Session 2: July 3 - July 27 (no practice on 7/4)
FAQ's
Q: Are all practices mandatory?
A: No, we know summer is a time for vacations and other activities. There is no requirement on the number of practices you must attend to stay on the team or participate in the meets. However, in the interest of improvement and experience, it is best to attend as many practices as possible.
Q: What is the minimum distance my child needs to swim?
A: A minimum of 25 yards without stopping or struggling is required to be on the team. Participants will be tested on the first day of practice.
Q: What equipment is required?
A: Swimmers are required to have a pair of goggles. A swim cap is recommended for swimmers with longer hair. The City of Clayton will provide a kickboard to all swimmers for use during practice.
Q: Will there be swim meets?
A: We will have a fun swim meet as part of the clinic on the last day that is not timed.
Q: I don't think my child is in the correct group, what should I do?
A: Swimmers are tested and separated into groups based off of their swimming ability during the first week of practice. If you feel your child is in the incorrect group, you can discuss it with the Head Coach after practice. The Head Coach may reevaluate your child and place him/her in the appropriate swim group.
Coaching Staff:
You can reach the coaches with questions regarding the team at swimteam@claytonmo.gov.