Swim Teams
At the Y

Confidence. Discipline. Teamwork.

YMCA Swim Teams offer more than competitive training. They help swimmers build confidence, discipline, and teamwork in a positive, encouraging environment.

Our teams swim year-round and welcome swimmers at a variety of skill levels. Whether your swimmer is taking their first step beyond swim lessons or training for higher-level competition, YMCA Swim Teams focus on personal growth, goal setting, and sportsmanship both in and out of the pool.

Why Swim with the YMCA?

• Positive, values-based coaching that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and respect
• Year-round training with age-appropriate skill development
• Supportive team culture where every swimmer belongs
• Experienced coaches who focus on technique, confidence, and long-term growth
• Balanced approach to competition, fun, and personal achievement

Our goal is to help swimmers develop to their fullest potential while fostering skills that last a lifetime.

Competitive Swimming Programs

Competitive Swimming at Sherwood Regional Family YMCA

Dragons Junior Swim Team

The Dragons Junior Swim Team is designed for youth who are ready to take the next step after swim lessons. This program offers a fun, low-pressure introduction to competitive swimming without a large time commitment.

Swimmers will:

• Learn and practice all four competitive strokes
• Develop proper starts and turns
• Participate in common swim team drills
• Build endurance, confidence, and teamwork

Practices are held twice per week and include dryland exercises and stretching. The program also features monthly clinics and quarterly swim meets.

Prerequisites:

• Ability to swim continuously in lap lanes
• Completion of a swim team tryout

For tryout information, contact: sherwoodaqua@ymcacw.org

Competitive Swimming at Clark County Family YMCA

Masters

Join our Masters Swim Team at Clark County YMCA, for ages 18 and older who want to increase fitness, improve stroke technique and have fun in a supportive group environment.

Our coach-led workout sessions are open to adult swimmers of all levels, and you can always choose your own level of challenge. No competitive experience is needed, and while competitions are offered, they are completely optional.

• Practices are held M/W/F from 12 PM–1 PM, T/Th from 7:45 PM–8:45 PM, or Saturdays from 8 AM–9 AM (dryland 9 AM–10 AM).
• Contact Coach Sophia at sstone-holmbeck@ymcacw.org for further information!

Tornadoes

We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy the fun and competition that swim teams offer. When the competitive drive kicks in, join the Tornadoes Swim Team.

Tornadoes Swim Team is a member of USA Swimming and Oregon Swimming, Inc. The swim team trains and competes year-round, with both short and long-course swim seasons, provides qualified coaching and individualized swimmer development to athletes aged 6–18, and delivers results.

The Tornadoes coaches and families provide a supportive atmosphere that allows each swimmer to attain their highest potential.

Contact Coach Sophia at sstone-holmbeck@ymcacw.org for further information, or if you are interested in joining the Tornadoes Swim Team!

Tornadoes Swim Team Website