Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I join the swim team? Swimming is a wonderful sport. It develops self-discipline, it is fun, and it is great way to cool off.

Do I have to swim fast? No. We want you to work toward improving your personal time an technique in all four strokes.

Do I have to know all the strokes? Swimming is an individual sport. The more strokes you know, the more events you can enter.

Do I need to purchase goggles? Where do I purchase them? Yes, you should buy goggles! Goggles may be purchased at sports equipment stores like Academy Sports or online at https://www.swimoutlet.com/

When and where does the swim team practice? We practice at Woodfin Ridge Pool. Swimmers may attend all age-appropriate practices.

Do we have practice in the rain? Yes! Unless there is thunder or lightning.

How often are the swim meets? Meets are held on Tuesday evenings for 4 weeks beginning in June. We have a Championship Meet at the end of the season.

Where are the swim meets? How do I get directions? We will travel to other pools located in Spartanburg for away meets. Directions can be found at https://sssl.swimtopia.com/

Do I have to swim in the Championship Meet? We would highly recommend you support your team from the beginning to the end. The Championship Meet is an important event for our team, our swimmers, our coaches, and for our pool.

How do I sign up for each weekly meet? You login to https://wahoosswimteam.swimtopia.com/ and go to the Swim Meets tab. There is a button to select "sign up for meet" for each meet of the season.