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Youth Swim Team
The YMCA of the Roses offers a variety of competitive swimming opportunities for athletes of all experience levels.
For younger swimmers or those returning to the sport after an extended break, the Novice and Advanced groups provide a welcoming introduction to competitive swimming. These programs feature reduced fees, shorter practice times, and participation in local competitions.
For experienced swimmers seeking a more advanced training and competitive experience, the Junior and Senior groups offer increased practice time and opportunities to compete in both YMCA and USA Swimming events at the regional and national levels.
Throughout the program, the following core values are emphasized:
- Technical Development – Building strong technique, efficiency, and grace in the water.
- Physical Development – Developing speed and endurance through training in all four competitive strokes and a strong endurance-based program.
- Cognitive Development – Understanding the principles behind stroke technique, training methods, nutrition, and overall athletic performance.
- Psychological Development – Cultivating the mindset of a champion through goal setting, confidence, discipline, and composure under pressure.
Swim Teams:
York Swim Team – Pre-Team, Novice, Advanced, Junior A, Junior B, Senior A, Senior B (practicing at Graham Aquatic Center) www.swimyorky.org
Lancaster Lightning – Pre-Team, Novice, Advanced, Junior A, Junior B, Senior A, Senior B (practicing at City Center, Millersville and Lampeter-Strasburg) www.swimlany.com
W. Dale Brougher Swim Team – Pre-Team, (practicing at W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA – Shrewsbury) www.swimyorky.org
Alumni Training
Otters Swim Team
2026 OTTERS PRACTICE SCHEDULE
May 18 – June 4 (Mondays – Thursdays) – Indoor Pool
Specific times to be determined.
June 5 – July 24
Mornings (Mondays – Fridays) – Outdoor Pool
13 & over: 8:30-9:45 AM
11/12 and experienced 10s*: 9:45-10:45 AM
10 & under: 10:45-11:30 AM
Evenings (Mondays & Wednesdays) – Indoor Pool
Evening practices as needed for swimmers unable to practice in the morning.
*Practice placement is at the discretion of the coaches
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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05/17/26 - 07/26/26
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 06/03/2026 |
W Dale Brougher Swim Team - Non Competitive (Pre-Team)
The Non-Competitive (Pre-Team) Swim Team focuses on building strong swimming fundamentals in a fun, supportive environment. Swimmers develop stroke technique, endurance, starts, turns, and overall water confidence while learning the structure and expectations of a swim team. Practices emphasize skill development, fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship without the pressure of competition. This program serves as a bridge between swim lessons and a competitive swim team.
This type of program is ideal for swimmers who want to improve their skills, gain confidence, and prepare for future participation on a competitive swim team.
W. Dale Brougher Swim Team – Pre-Team, (practicing at W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA – Shrewsbury) www.swimyorky.org
Available Sessions
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04/28/26 - 06/11/26
Tu,We - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
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Registration Closed |
