Community Swim – Hornet Athletics

COMMUNITY LAP SWIM

Swim Lessons must be paid in person by cash or check upon time of registration.

or any questions, please

First Session will be August 21 – August 31 (M-TH) registration in person at Natatorium on August 16 – 6:00 doors open 5:00
Second Session will be September 18th – September 28th (M-TH) registration in person at Natatorium on September 13 – 6:00 doors open 5:00
Second Session will be October 30th – November 9th (M-TH) registration in person at Natatorium on October 25 – 6:00 doors open 5:00

Swim Lessons must be paid in person by cash or check upon time of registration

See class descriptions below
** Maximum of 10 – 12 participants per class time
(A sign-up page will be provided to determine the order of registration. Registration ends after both class times are full.)
LESSONS are for ages 5-10. The cost is $75 PER CHILD (cash or check ONLY written to Flour Bluff Swimming). Participants must be on time for their class – there will be NO make-up classes if a participant misses a class (or speak to a Coach if there are certain circumstances for missing a few classes due to illness, etc).
** A parent/guardian MUST remain present (inside the Natatorium) during their child’s lesson.
** Participants must wear comfortable swimsuit, bring a towel, and may wear a Rash guard shirt (not t-shirt) in case they get too cold in the water.
** Participants with long hair need to keep their hair pulled back in a ponytail/clips (or a swim cap)
** NO goggles or masks allowed unless participants are in the advanced classes or must wear something for medical reasons.
** NO flotation devices are needed

DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES:

Level 1 – (Ages 5 – 10) * Introduction to water & learning how to become comfortable in the water. Instructors will provide a lot of support (assistance) while learning skills. Slow – paced instruction.
Level 2 – (Ages 5 -10) * Participants are comfortable in water (can put face in & completely submerge underwater). Will learn how to float & glide independently and work on using correct breathing/arm stroke techniques.
Level 3 – (Ages 5 – 10) * Participants will learn the proper skills needed to perform Freestyle & Backstroke & learn how to perform various skills in water over their heads.
Level 4 – (Ages 5 – 10) * Participants will be working on swimming proper strokes and learning how to dive in deep water. This class is for those interested in becoming stronger swimmers, work on swimming longer distance and for those interested in competitive swimming. Possibly join the SWARM team??
Contact Coach Bryan Hutchinson (Bhutchinson@flourbluffschools.net) for details.

SWARM SWIM TEAM 2023-2024 Swim season will begin September 5^th:

ALL swimmers, new to SWARM and returning SWARM, will work with coaches Tues-Thurs Sept. 5^th -7^th to determine which group they will be placed into. Groups will be established and shared with parents. Two separate groups will begin on Monday, September 11^th.
**If you are joining SWARM after the September date, we would love to have you. Please contact Coach Ali Hutchinson for a tryout date ahutchinson@flourbluffschools.net
Registration forms and waivers will be available at the pool, in paper form, until the PayK-12 system is up and running. Pleases see Coach Ali for the forms. All forms must be completed prior to your swimmer beginning practice. The link will be posted as soon as it is up and running.
Cash or check Payments will be accepted at the pool until the PayK-12 system is up and running. Checks should be made out to FB SWARM. A receipt will be issued at the time of payment. Payments received after the 15^th of the month will be subject to a $10 late fee.

Minimum Requirements for SWARM Swim Team:

25 yards Freestyle unassisted without stopping.
25 yards backstroke unassisted without stopping.
25 yards freestyle kick with a board unassisted without stopping.
25 yards backstroke unassisted without stopping.
**if your swimmer is unable to make the tryout requirements, coaches will refer the swimmer to the FB SWARM lessons program. SWARM Coaches work closely with Coach Margie for movement through the lessons program to ensure they are prepared for the SWARM Team should that be the goal.

SWARM Practice Schedule: (Beginning September 11 continuing through the end of April- Swimmers are welcome to join at any time)

Other SWARM Swim Info:

Swimmers will be placed in groups by training/ability levels. We will have a scheduled move up date in January.

SportsYou will be utilized to communicate information to parents about SWARM swimming. Coach will provide the SportsYou access code to all SWARM team members. It is imperative to join the SportsYou APP for practice information and updates.
All SWARM swimmers are required to wear goggle and caps for girls.
Swim FINS are required for EVERY group – Upper-level groups are required to have kickboard, pull buoy and mesh bag.
No 2-piece swimsuits allowed.
Equipment may be purchased at Swimmin’ Stuff, Amazon, or Swimoutlet.com
Meet Schedule – TBD – separate meet fees will be charged per swimmer.
Meets are not mandatory but recommended – ALWAYS a FUN time to get together with friends.
Practice are offered 4 days a week, but we understand if you have other activities. Please keep in mind that when your swimmer is out, the other athletes gain important skills.
Practices will be held during Thanksgiving and Winter breaks.
Summer SWARM is a separate team that begins practice in May through mid-July. Look for information about Summer SWARM in April.