Why Join the Swim & Dive Team?
Joining a swimming team can be super beneficial for kids—physically, mentally, and socially. Here are some key perks:
Physical Benefits
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Full-body workout: Swimming strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular health, and builds endurance.
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Low-impact exercise: Great for growing bodies—easy on the joints while still being challenging.
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Coordination & motor skills: Learning strokes and turns enhances body awareness and control.
Mental & Emotional Benefits
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Discipline & time management: Practices and meets help kids learn responsibility and structure.
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Confidence & self-esteem: Hitting personal bests or just being part of a team can really boost their sense of achievement.
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Stress relief: Water has a calming effect, and physical activity in general can help with anxiety or stress.
Social Benefits
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Teamwork & friendships: Even though swimming is often individual, being on a team fosters camaraderie and support.
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Sportsmanship: Kids learn to win and lose gracefully and respect others' efforts.
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Goal setting & perseverance: Swimming is big on setting personal goals—great for teaching resilience.
Plus, it’s just a ton of fun! Early mornings and all, the team bonding and the sense of accomplishment really stick with kids for life.
2025 Gators Event Schedule
| Date | Time | Event |
| Saturday, June 21 | Swim Blast at Manorlou Swim Club | |
| Tuesday, June 24 | 5 p.m. | Away at Maple Manor Swim Club |
| Saturday, June 28 | 8 a.m. | Home vs. Sunny Willow Swim Club |
| Tuesday, July 1 | 5 p.m. | Away at Maplewood Swim Club |
| Tuesday, July 8 | 5 p.m. | Home vs. Manorlou Swim Club |
| Thursday, July 10 | 5 p.m. | Away at Fort Washington Swim Club |
| Sunday, July 13 | Megadistance event at Manorlou Swim Club | |
| Thursday, July 17 | 5 p.m. | Home vs. Hideaway Swim Club |
| Saturday, July 19 | Dive Blast (Location TBD) | |
| Wednesday, July 23 | B-champs at Maplewood Swim Club | |
| Friday, July 25 | A-champs at Maple Manor Swim Club | |
| Saturday, July 26 | Dive champs at Upper Moreland Swim Club | |
| Team banquet |
Practice Schedule Overview
RED GROUP
Pre-season PM (5/27-6/11): 4:00-5:0
In-season AM (6/12-7/24): 7:45-9:15
WHITE GROUP
Pre-season PM (5/27-6/11): 5:00-5:45
In-season AM (6/12-7/24): 9:00-10:00
BLUE GROUP
Pre-season PM (5/27-6/11): 5:45-6:30
In-season AM (6/12-7/24): 10:00-10:45
DIVING
Pre-season PM (5/27-6/11): 11 and younger: 4-5:15, 12 and older: 5:15-6:3
In-season AM (6/12-7/24) 11 and younger 8-9:15, 12 and older 9:30-10:45
MINI-GATORS (MG)
Pre-season PM: 5:15-5:45 (5/27-6/11)
In-season AM (6/12-7/24): 9:15-10
In-Season PM practices
Diving: TBD (DPM)
Swimmers (PM): Red/white 5:30-6:45, Blue 5:30-6:15
For More Information
For specific questions pertaining to the team, please contact us via e-mail: UMSCGators@gmail.com
For general questions about the Swimming and Diving Teams, you can also contact board member Chuck Jacobs, the director of the swimming & diving program, at umgators.cjacobs@gmail.com.
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