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Kids and teens can join one of our four intra-city swim teams for an opportunity to experience competitive swimming in a fun, enjoyable, and relaxed environment.
About
Find out about age requirements, how to sign up, and types of competitions.
Eligibility Requirements
- Ages: Two groups, 3 to 10 year-olds, and 11 to 18 year-olds
- Open to residents and non-residents
- Participants must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted
Cost
The fee to participate is $82 for residents and $97 for non-residents. Financial assistance is available.
About Competitions
Youth compete in a variety of categories including strokes, medleys, and races.
How to Participate
- Sign up at one of our year-round pools (Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center, Millbrook Exchange Pool, Optimist Pool, Pullen Aquatic Center)
- Attend practices.
- Compete in meets.
Note: Each coach will send parents or guardians the swim meet and practice schedule at the beginning of the season.
Swim Practice and Meet Schedule
Summer Swim Practice Schedule
| Team | Practice Times |
|---|---|
Biltmore Pool | 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (ages 3-18 year) |
Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center | 4 - 4:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) 5 - 5:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 6 - 6:45pm (ages 3-18) |
Lake Johnson Pool | 9 - 9:45 a.m. (ages 3-18 ) 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7:15 - 8 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Longview Pool | 9 - 9:45 a.m. (ages 3-18) 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7:15 - 8 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Millbrook Exchange Pool | 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. (ages 3-18) 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Optimist Pool | 9 - 9:45 a.m. (ages 3-18) 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Pullen Aquatic Center | 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Ridge Road Pool | 9 - 9:45 a.m. (ages 3-18) 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7:15 - 8 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Summer Swim Meet Schedule
| Location | Date | Check-in | Warm-Ups | Meet Start | Other Pools in Meet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lake Johnson Pool | July 1 | 5 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | Millbrook, Pullen and Ridge |
Longview Pool | July 8 | 5 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | Biltmore and Optimist |
| Ridge Road Pool | July 15 | 5 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | Buffaloe and Pullen |
| Longview Pool | July 22 | 5 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | Biltmore and Lake Johnson |
| Millbrook Exchange Pool | July 29 | 5 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | Buffaloe and Optimist |
| Optimist Pool | Aug. 9 | Staggered check-in times and warm-up times (please see head coach for specific times) - Championship Swim Meet – all pools swimming | |||
Fall Swim Practice Schedule
| Team | Practice Days | Practice Times |
|---|---|---|
| Buffaloe Road | Monday/Wednesday | 4:15 - 5 p.m. (ages 11-18) 5 - 5:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-18) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 3-18) |
| Millbrook | Tuesday/Thursday | 5 - 5:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
| Optimist | Monday/Wednesday | 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
| Pullen | Monday/Wednesday | 6 - 6:45 p.m. (ages 3-10) 7 - 7:45 p.m. (ages 11-18) |
Fall Swim Meet Schedule
| Location | Date | Check-in | Warm-Ups | Meet Start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pullen Aquatic Center | Nov. 8 | 1 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. |
| Optimist Pool | Dec. 6 | 1 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. |
Volunteer Coaches
The Aquatics Division is looking for volunteers to assist the Raleigh Aquatics coaching staff in supervising or directing program participants of the intra-City Swim Team. Volunteers will help organize swim meet competitors to ensure efficient operations of the meet. They may also assist at team socials. The number of volunteer hours would vary by event. Please contact 919-996-6640 if interested.
Financial Assistance
The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department strives to provide programs to all. Thanks to generous donations and support, we are able to provide financial assistance to those in need. Financial assistance is provided on a sliding scale based on income and other financial circumstances. All patrons who wish to register for programs provided by the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department are eligible to apply. Please note that financial assistance is not available for specialty camps, organizations, adult teams, special events, or rentals. For more information on eligibility or to request the financial assistance application, please call 919-996-4839 or email Fee.Assistance@raleighnc.gov.