2026 Practice Dates & Times
Practice schedules vary early in the season based on school calendars and daylight. All practices are structured with safety, supervision, and swimmer development in mind.
Weather Note: Depending on conditions in early May, some sessions may include dryland activities and team bonding exercises.
May Practice Schedule
May 1 – May 29, 2026 (Before School Ends)
Afternoon practices are divided into three sessions. Swimmers will be assigned a practice time based on age, ability, and available space.
- Session 1: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
- Session 2: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Session 3: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
For the first week of practice, we ask that:
- All 6 & Under swimmers, and
- All swimmers new to the team for the 2026 season attend Session 1 (4:00–4:45 PM). During this first week, coaches will evaluate swimmers to help determine the most appropriate practice session for each athlete.
Ongoing Session Assignments
After the first week of evaluations, the coaching staff will connect with families to confirm each swimmer’s recommended practice session for the remainder of May.Depending on weather conditions, some early May practices may include dryland activities and team bonding exercises.
All 6 & Under swimmers, and
All swimmers new to the team for the 2026 season attend Session 1 (4:00–4:45 PM). During this first week, coaches will evaluate swimmers to help determine the most appropriate practice session for each athlete.
June Practice Schedule
June 1 – June 30, 2026 (After School Ends)
Beginning June 1, practices shift to morning sessions.
Daily Timing Notes
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Deck setup only: begins at 7:00 AM
(No swimmers in the water during this time) - Practice officially begins: 7:15 AM
Monday – Thursday
Two-Session Structure (for safety and spacing)
- Session 1: 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM
- Session 2: 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM
- Optional Clinic: 9:15 AM – 9:40 AM
- Pool Breakdown / Reset: 9:40 AM – 10:00 AM
Swimmers may attend either Session 1 or Session 2 on a given day.
If sessions become overcrowded, families may be asked to adjust attendance to help balance group sizes.
Friday
Single-Session Day
- Practice Session: 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
- Optional Clinic: 9:15 AM – 9:40 AM
- Pool Breakdown: 9:40 AM – 10:00 AM
Additional Notes
- Optional clinics are skill-focused and recommended but not required
- A detailed group assignment and attendance guide will be provided before the season begins
- Please communicate known absences in advance so coaches can plan safely and effectively
