Swimming is one of the most popular sports in world. Unlike other sports, swimming is a life skill that is taught, first, to ensure safety and, secondly, for sports and competition purposes.
This swim program is for children & adults with intellectual disabilities. Practices will focus on developing the swimmers' endurance, technique, and competitive swimming skills. The Special Olympics Texas team practices once a week and swimmers can compete in the regional and state meets in the fall.
This swim team is for ages 6+ and anyone 8 years old & older can compete in local & state swim meets with other Special Olympic Texas teams. Team members will be placed into levels based on skill level: Learn-To-Swim, Stroke Development, or Squad Training.
Upcoming season begins July 17, 2021!
A 14 week program with 3 area meets and a state competition.
Costs:
• $80 per swimmer for the whole season
• State meet fee: $25 per swimmer (note: it's completely optional whether to compete or not)
• $15 fee if you scratch any meets
Important Forms:
• Please bring a competed Youth Program Waiver if swimmer is under 18 years old
• Also, bring a completed Medical Release form that needs to be filled out by a parent/guardian and a medical professional.
Practice Times:
Practice will be at the wave pool.
From July 17 - Sept. 4: Saturdays 9AM - 10AM
From Sept. 6 - October 25: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5PM - 6PM
Area Swim Meets:
Brenham August 28th (optional)
We'll need to know if you plan to attend by July 23
Sugarland September 11th (optional)
We'll need to know if you plan to attend by July 23
Cy-fair October 2nd (must attended this one to go to state)
We'll need to know if you plan to attend by August 25
State Swim Meet:
College Station October 29th & 30th