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Aquatics: Swim Team (Ages 4yrs - 18yrs)
The YMCA Swim Team of Greater Pittsburgh is dedicated to fostering swimming skills for individuals of all ages and abilities. Our swimmers develop strength, speed, and endurance while honing their stroke technique through our comprehensive swim team programs, which also provide competitive opportunities. We offer a regional program spanning the Pittsburgh area, where swim teams uphold the YMCA’s core values and encourage personal progression, goal setting, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Our programs are available year-round for individuals aged 5 and above, ensuring accessible and continuous development opportunities.
Bronze Summer Season
Join the SPY Summer Swim Team!
Dive into an exciting season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun with the SPY Summer Swim Team at the YMCA! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your competitive swimming to the next level, we offer programs for ages 4–19 across Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. With expert coaching and a supportive team environment, it’s the perfect way to stay active and make a splash this summer!
Please click below flyer link for complete details and information:
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/25/25 | 6/15/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | - |
Available Sessions
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06/02/25 - 07/25/25
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Registration Closed |
Gold Summer Season
Join the SPY Summer Swim Team!
Dive into an exciting season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun with the SPY Summer Swim Team at the YMCA! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your competitive swimming to the next level, we offer programs for ages 4–19 across Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. With expert coaching and a supportive team environment, it’s the perfect way to stay active and make a splash this summer!
Please click below flyer link for complete details and information:
Registration Information ($165.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 5/25/25 | 6/15/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 165.00 | - |
Available Sessions
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06/02/25 - 07/25/25
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Registration Closed |
Jr Bronze
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 6/12/25 | 6/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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06/16/25 - 07/21/25
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Registration Closed |
JR Sharks Swim Team
Swimmers must have completed level 6 are able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke/tread water for 1 min. This class is for swimmers who want to be on the main swim team but still need to develop endurance and technique while starting to learn lap lane safety.
No Swim Meet Commitments.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member & Non-Member | 4/8/25 @ 09:00 AM |
5/31/25 | Front Desk | $ 150.00 | $ 300.00 |
| Member Only | 6/1/25 @ 09:00 AM |
6/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 200.00 | - |
| Member & Non-Member | 6/8/25 @ 09:00 AM |
7/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 200.00 | $ 400.00 |
Silver Summer Season
Join the SPY Summer Swim Team!
Dive into an exciting season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun with the SPY Summer Swim Team at the YMCA! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your competitive swimming to the next level, we offer programs for ages 4–19 across Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. With expert coaching and a supportive team environment, it’s the perfect way to stay active and make a splash this summer!
Please click below flyer link for complete details and information:
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/25/25 | 6/15/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 165.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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06/02/25 - 07/25/25
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Registration Closed |
Summer Swim Team
Join the BFY Sharks this summer for some relaxed competition and strengthening of skills. While there are no try-outs, there are basic criteria that must be met prior to joining. The season will start on June 2nd and run through July 24th, with the last meet the weekend of July 12th/13th followed by 2 weeks of skill specific training.
Requirement criteria for New Members:
100 yards freestyle with flip turns; 50 yards backstroke; 50 yards breaststroke; 25 yards butterfly; 2 minute tread
*If unsure, please email [email protected] for a swim test.
Practice Times: Monday through Thursday between 6pm-9pm depending on practice group. No minimum requirement for attendance; recommended to attend at least 2x/week.
Bronze – M/W 6:00 – 6:45pm | T/H 6:30 – 7:15pm
Silver/Gold – M/W 6:45 – 8:00pm | T/H 7:15 – 8:45pm
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/5/25 | 6/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 200.00 | $ 350.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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06/02/25 - 07/24/25
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Registration Closed on 06/04/2025 |
TLY Gators Summer: BRONZE
Bronze Squad
Practices T/W/Th 6:00–6:55pm
Swimmers should have completed group levels 1-6 or equivalent.
Bronze swimmers must be able to:
- Swim 25-50 continuous yards of Freestyle with rotary (side) breathing, continuous arm motion and continuous kick.
- Swim 25-50 continuous yards of Backstroke with continuous arm motion and continuous kick.
- Have previous knowledge of Breaststroke and Butterfly.
- Attempt a dive from the side of the pool or off the diving block.
- Pass an endurance set (Example: 4×25’s freestyle with 1:00 minute break after each 25.)
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6/25 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 110.00 | - |
TLY Gators Summer: GOLD
Gold Squad
Practices T/W/Th 6:00-6:55pm
Gold swimmers must be able to:
- Swim 200-500 Freestyle (continuous) with continuous arm motion, kicking and rotary (side) breathing.
- Swim 400 IM (continuous) with appropriate turns and continuous arm and kicking motion.
- Dive from the starting block.
- Perform proper flip turns/pullouts for all four strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly) and be completed during each practice.
- Pass an endurance set. (Example: 4x100s Freestyle and 4x100s choice with :30 second break after each 100.)
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6/25 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 110.00 | - |
TLY Gators Summer: SILVER
Silver Squad
Practices T/W/Th 6:00–6:55pm
Silver Swimmers must be able to:
- Swim 50-100 Freestyle with continuous arm motion, kicking and rotary (side) breathing.
- Swim 50-100 of the four competitive strokes continuously with appropriate turns and continuous arm and kicking motion.
- Dive from the starting block.
- Continuously perform flip turns – no open turns.
- Perform the appropriate streamline/turn for each stroke.
- Butterfly — Get their arms over the water and perform the butterfly kick.
- Breaststroke — Perform the breaststroke pull and kick.
- Backstroke — Swim on their back for the entire distance and perform a backstroke flip turn and appropriate finish.
- Pass an endurance set (Example: 4×50’s freestyle and/or Backstroke with 1:00 minute break after each 50.)
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6/25 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 110.00 | - |