Swim, Dive & Pre-Team

Swim Team Information

The Pound Ridge Swim and Dive Team will begin practice on June 9, 2025, with the final practice on July 31, 2025.

June 9 – June 30: Practices run from 4:15 PM to 7:15 PM (Swim & Dive)

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM → 11 and Over
5:15 PM - 6: 15PM → 10 and Under
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM → Dive

July 1 – July 31:
- Swim practices only will be held in the mornings from 7:30 AM to 9:15 AM (before camp)
- Campers can be dropped off at swim practice; coaches will bring them to their camp groups for morning meetings
July 31 onward: Dive practices only will be held in the afternoons from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Pre - Team:

Practice Times:

May 9 – June 30: 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
July 1 – July 31: 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM

To join the Pre-Team, swimmers must be able to swim one lap of the competition pool unassisted. Flotation devices are not permitted during tryouts or practices.

Pre-Team is ideal for beginners who are new to swimming strokes. Swimmers will be introduced to each stroke and learn the basic techniques needed to perform them correctly.

Pre-Team swimmers are encouraged to participate in B Meets, held both at home (Pound Ridge Town Park) and away (neighboring pools). These meets offer a supportive environment where swimmers can gain experience and choose to swim in as many heats as they wish.

10 and Unders:

Practice Times:

May 9 – June 30: 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
July 1 – July 31: 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM

The 10 & Under swim practice is designed for swimmers with some swim team experience and a basic understanding of stroke techniques. This practice focuses on refining existing skills and building endurance through structured sets created by the coaching staff.

10 & Under swimmers are encouraged to participate in both A and B Meets:

A Meets: Swimmers are assigned specific strokes by coaches and compete with their age group.
B Meets: A more relaxed environment where swimmers can try new strokes and gain experience in events they may not swim in A Meets.

11 and Overs:

Practice Times:

May 9 – June 30: 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
July 1 – July 31: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM

The 11 and Over swim practice is designed for swimmers ample swim team experience and a developed understanding of stroke techniques. This practice focuses on building endurance and targeting specific areas for improvement through structured sets created by the coaching staff.

11 & Over swimmers are encouraged to participate in A Meets. Swimmers are assigned specific strokes by coaches and compete with their age group.

Dive Team:

Practice Times:

May 9 – June 30: 6:15 PM - 7:15PM
July 1 – July 31

5 PM - 5:45 PM → B Team Divers
5:45 PM - 7 PM → A Team Diver

Open to all skill levels—from beginners to experienced club divers. The team focuses on introducing new dives and refining techniques.

Requirements:
Divers must be able to perform a basic dive off the board. Flotation devices are not permitted at tryouts or practices.

Meet Participation:
Coaches will assign divers to A or B groups based on skill development throughout the season.

A Meets: Divers are assigned a specific dive and compete with their age group.
B Meets: Similar format in a more relaxed setting, ideal for gaining meet experience and building confidence.