Held in the lap pool, tryouts are essential for determining the appropriate level for each swimmer, ensuring their safety and comfort in the water.
- If your swimmer is new to Kingfish, they must try out for our program even if they are a strong swimmer.
- If your swimmer is interested in moving up to Pre-Team or Team from the previous season, they must attend a tryout.
- Ages 3 and up
- Comfortable separating from a parent
- Small-group shallow pool lessons
- Feels comfortable in the water
- Safe in lap pool without a parent
- Swims ~¾ pool length without a kickboard
- Ready for 30-minute practices
- Safe in lap pool without a parent
- Can swim a full length of freestyle
- Has endurance for a full practice
- Ready for swim meets
Our Head Coach and Assistant Head Coach will determine the appropriate level for your swimmer. Placement is based on safety, swimming ability, independence in the water, and ability to follow instructions. Swimmers in Pre-Team and Team must be able to safely share a lane and participate in structured group instruction.
✅ REGISTER your swimmer before tryouts
You can pay your registration fees after tryouts if you are not sure which program is appropriate for your swimmer. Please bring a check to the tryouts payable to "Kentlands Swim Team".
✅ Sign-up for a Tryout slot
✅ Get comfortable in the pool before tryouts
Have your swimmer spend time in the water over Memorial Day weekend. The pool can be quite cold 🥶, and the lap pool may feel deep for younger swimmers.
Questions? If you need help deciding when your child should try out or need an alternate time, please email Tanya.